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Gaining Insight into the Experiences of Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Improving Outcomes

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Year: 2023, 2023, 2023, 2023
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Bhatia, Padam, Hain, Debra, Reyes, Margaret Mary
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Full Text: Gaining Insight into the Experiences of Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Improving Outcomes Margaret Mary Reyes MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC Debra Hain PhD, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNN-NP, FAAN, FAANP, FNKF, and Padam Bhatia MD, FAPA …

Implementation of Mobile Health Applications Safety Plan (MHASP) to Reduce the Risk of Suicide

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Year: 2022, 2022, 2022, 2022
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Hershorin, Tracian Kelly, Joseph, Myrbelle F.
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Suicide is one of the most serious public health issues in the US today. Suicide is of particular interest because it is the tenth leading cause of death for all ages in the United States, the second leading cause of death in ages 10-34, and the fourth leading cause of death in ages 35-54 (CDC, 2020). Despite national goals to lower the suicide rate, several recent reports have documented a… more
Full Text: Implementation of Mobile Health Applications Safety Plan (MHASP) to Reduce the Risk of Suicide Myrbelle F Joseph MSN APRN CNL CCRN PMHNP-BC DNP-Student Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University Tracian Kelly Hershorin, DNP, APRN, …

Enhancing Upper Respiratory Infection Self-Care for Improved Health Outcomes: A Simple Strategy

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Exantus, Maude, Williams, Anna E.
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Upper respiratory infections (URIs) are among patients' most common complaints in an urgent care setting. URIs involve upper airway structures and include the common cold, pharyngitis, sinusitis, and more. These complaints are of a viral nature and typically require symptomatic treatment with over-the-counter (OTC) medications to improve patient comfort. Depending on comorbidities,… more
Full Text: 1 ENHANCING UPPER RESPIRATORY INFECTION SELF-CARE Enhancing Upper Respiratory Infection Self-Care for Improved Health Outcomes: A Simple Strategy Anna E. Williams MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, NPC, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of …

Implementation of a Community Prevention Program to Reduce Cardiovascular Risks

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Year: 2022, 2022, 2022, 2022
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Evans, Altavia, Hain, Debra, Walters, Debby
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Cardiovascular disease is a serious health condition that affects the blood flow to and from the heart. It is currently one of the leading causes of death globally as it accounts for approximately 32% of deaths each year (WHO, 2021). In Palm Beach County, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death accounting for 23.7% of overall deaths (Palm Beach County, 2022). The risk for developing… more
Full Text: COMMUNITY PREVENTION PROGRAM TO REDUCE CARDIOVASCULAR RISK Implementation of a Community Prevention Program to Reduce Cardiovascular Risks Altavia Evans, APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2022 Debra Hain, …

Optimizing Opioid Abuse Treatment in the Young Adult in an Outpatient Psychiatric Setting

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Year: 2023, 2023, 2023, 2023
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Desrosiers, Charlene, Mammah, Kyndall
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Substance abuse, specifically opioid abuse, continues to be one of the largest epidemics in the United States. Death caused by overdose has seen a steady increase over the past few decades, and despite public health initiatives such as clean needle exchange programs, methadone clinics, and Narcan, there continues to be a concerning rise in the number of drug usage and death secondary to drug… more
Full Text: DNP MANUSCRIPT 1 Optimizing Opioid Abuse Treatment in the Young Adult in an Outpatient Psychiatric Setting Charlene Desrosiers, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC DNP Manuscript Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Florida Atlantic University Dr. Kyndall Mammah, PhD, …

Reduce Psychotropic Medication Use for Nursing Home Residents with Alzheimer’s/Dementia: A Quality Improvement Project

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Year: 2021, 2021, 2021, 2021
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Guerda, Joseph Valere, Gupta, Shobha, Hain, Debra
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: There is an increase in residents with dementia receiving care in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). As the person's dementia progresses there is an increased risk of behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) which include aggressive behaviors, screaming, and yelling. Frequently, psychotropic medications are used to treat behaviors, but it is associated with several risks,… more
Full Text: REDUCE PSYCHOTROPIC MEDICATION USE Reduce Psychotropic Medication Use for Nursing Home Residents with Alzheimer’s/Dementia: A Quality Improvement Project Guerda Joseph Valere, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. …

The Use of Spinal Cord Stimulator for Chronic Pain Management and Opioid Use – A Program Evaluation

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Year: 2020, 2020, 2020, 2020
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Alexis, Florine, Echeona, Xochil, France, Nancey E. M.
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Chronic pain is defined by the International Association of the Study of Pain as, “pain that persists beyond normal tissue healing time, which is assumed to be three months” (CDC, 2018 p.2). Chronic pain can be in any part of the body, but is most commonly experienced in the mid-back, lower back, leg, and head, in the form of headache. It is estimated that 80 percent of the U.S. population has… more
Full Text: 1 The Use of Spinal Cord Stimulator for Chronic Pain Management and Opioid Use – A Program Evaluation - Student: Florine Alexis APRN Student: Xochil Echeona APRN Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing November 30, 2020 Faculty …

Evaluation of an Established In-Home, Palliative Care Program and its Impact on Improving Patient Health Outcomes

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Year: 2022, 2022, 2022, 2022
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Guillaume, Keishan, Hain, Debra, Kennedy, Karen
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Background and Review of Literature: Palliative care has a high potential to increase quality of life for patients with serious illnesses through symptom management and providing care and support. There are various settings and organizations where individuals can receive such care. Still, many people prefer staying at home in a familiar environment. The problem is that palliative care programs… more
Full Text: Running head: EVALUATION OF AN ESTABLISHED Evaluation of an Established In-Home, Palliative Care Program and its Impact on Improving Patient Health Outcomes Keishan Guillaume Florida Atlantic University College of Nursing Chair: Dr. Debra Hain Mentor: Dr. …

Call to Reduce Patient Readmissions Post-Kidney Transplant Through Improved Self-Care

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Year: 2021, 2021, 2021, 2021
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Beringhaus, Sonya L., Blum, Cynthia, Guerra, Giselle
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: The overwhelming number of hospital readmissions thirty days after kidney transplantation as well as the risk of further readmissions, graft failure, and even mortality, are not being given the appropriate time, attention, and intervention. The literature review shows a correlation between complications and a lack of education and understanding post-transplant. The literature review also revealed… more
Full Text: 1 Call to Reduce Patient Readmissions Post-Kidney Transplant Through Improved Self-Care Sonya L. Beringhaus ARNP, FNP-BC, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2021 Dr. Cynthia Blum PhD, RN, CNE, Associate Professor …

Increasing the Uptake of the HPV Vaccine through Motivational Interviewing and Standardized Provider Education

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Year: 2021, 2021, 2021, 2021
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Bulfin, Susan, Giammalvo, Kristen, Hodgers, Selena
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Human papillomavirus (HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection(STI) in the United States, with an estimated 80% of sexually active people contracting it at some point. HPV can cause cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers in females, as well as anal cancer and genital warts in males. However national data demonstrates less than 50% of females are fully vaccinated. This quality… more
Full Text: Increasing the Uptake of the HPV Vaccine through Motivational Interviewing and Standardized Provider Education Kristen Giammalvo, RN, MSN and Selena Hodgers MSN, APRN-BC Doctor of Nursing Practice Program Students College of Nursing: Florida Atlantic …

Well Balanced Yoga: Impact of Chair Yoga on Balance and Well-Being Among Older Adults Residing in Assisted Living

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Year: 2023, 2023, 2023, 2023
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Barrett, Karrah
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Falls among older adults are steadily increasing and contribute to the growing mortality and morbidity rates of this population. Fall prevention measures are complex and require a multidimensional approach to reduce associated risk factors. Older adults with more engagement were less prone to feelings of loneliness and, consequently, exhibited elevated levels of physical, psychological, and… more
Full Text: WELL-BALANCED YOGA 1 Well Balanced Yoga: Impact of Chair Yoga on Balance and Well-Being Among Older Adults Residing in Assisted Living Karrah Barrett, APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Fall 2023 …

Gaining Insight into the Experiences of Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and Improving Outcomes

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Type: Text
Year: 2023, 2023, 2023, 2023
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Reyes, Margaret M.
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Premenstrual symptoms have the potential to impact all women of reproductive age. Roughly 70-90% of women experience some level of premenstrual discomfort, while 3-8% experience the most severe, complex form, PMDD (Mishra, Elliot, and Marwaha, 2022). PMDD symptomatology is complex, and therefore overlaps with other diagnoses, which has complicated the diagnostic process. There is a growing body… more
Full Text: IMPROVING OUTCOMES OF PREMENSTRUAL DYSPHORIC DISORDER Gaining Insight into the Experiences of Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and Improving Outcomes Margaret M. Reyes, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC For Fulfillment of the Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree …

The Impact of Enhanced Instruction on Self-Care Behaviors in Adults with Heart Failure

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Year: 2021, 2021, 2021, 2021
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Eddison, Alan, Hershorin, Tracian Kelly, Miller, Alexandra
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Heart failure is a chronic disease affecting millions of people worldwide and carries a high burden on both patients and society. Current guidelines encourage the use of patient education along with medical therapy to improve outcomes. The aim of this manuscript is to describe a quality improvement (QI) project conducted to improve self-care behaviors among participants living with heart failure… more
Full Text: The Impact of Enhanced Instruction on Self-Care Behaviors in Adults with Heart Failure Alexandra Miller, APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2021 Tracian Kelly Hershorin DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-C Alan …

Getting Physical with Back Pain

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Year: 2019, 2019, 2019, 2019
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Gordon, Shirley C., Harvey, Kathi, Langley, Jessica
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Low back pain (LBP) can be debilitating and result in decreased mobility and reduced quality of life. This paper describes a quality improvement project focusing on managing LBP using an evidenced-based, multimodal approach. The multimodal approach included physical therapy combined with an analgesic and/or anti-inflammatory medication for pain that provide different mechanisms of action. The… more
Full Text: Getting Physical with Back Pain Getting Physical with Back Pain Jessica Langley APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2019 Dr. Shirley C. Gordon PhD, RN, NCSN, AHN-BC Dr. Kathi Harvey DNP, FNP 1 Getting …

The Effectiveness of Diabetes Self-Management Educational for Adults with Uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in a Primary Care Setting

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Year: 2022, 2022, 2022, 2022
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Dorival, Sandy, Gropper, Sareen, Tumminia, Louis
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a fast-growing global problem with vast social, health, and economic consequences. Approximately 382 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with the disease, and this number is expected to increase by 55% by 2035. Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. More than 34 million Americans have diabetes, including 2.4 million cases in… more
Full Text: Running head: THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 1 The Effectiveness of Diabetes Self-Management Educational for Adults with Uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in a Primary Care Setting Sandy Dorival, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, NP-C, DNP …