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Using a Caring-Based Follow-up Phone Call Protocol to Improve Appointment Adherence in a Mental Health Setting

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Kelly, Tracian, Valbrun, Daphney
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Telemedicine is a more beneficial technology that can make it easier for people to get preventive treatment and help their long-term health. Missed appointments are detrimental to clients’ health, create scheduling problems, reduce productivity, increase healthcare costs, cause revenue loss, and diminish access to adequate healthcare for clients who could have been seen in the unused appointment… more
Full Text: APPOINTMENT ADHERENCE VIA TELEHEALTH 1 Using a Caring-Based Follow-up Phone Call Protocol to Improve Appointment Adherence in a Mental Health Setting Daphney Valbrun MSN APRN, PMHNP-BC Doctor of Nursing Practice Program Florida Atlantic University …

Participation in a Mindfulness Program to Improve Non-Motor Symptoms for Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Harris, Nancy, Loomis, Randi B.
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: This project aimed to address the challenge of managing non-motor symptoms in individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD) through a mindfulness-based intervention. Non-motor symptoms, including mood disturbances, cognitive impairments, and urinary issues, significantly impact the quality of life and are often overlooked in clinical practice. The mindfulness program demonstrated statistically… more
Full Text: Running Head: MINDFULNESS FOR PARKINSON’S NON-MOTOR SYMPTOMS 1 Participation in a Mindfulness Program to Improve Non-Motor Symptoms for Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease Randi B. Loomis, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University …

Implementing KDIGO Guidelines into Primary Care Practice

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Hain, Debra, Laucella, Oniel D.
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects millions globally, often remaining undiagnosed until reaching advanced stages. Early detection, especially in high-risk populations such as those with diabetes, hypertension, or a family history of CKD, is critical for improving outcomes (National Kidney Foundation, 2020). Diabetes is the leading cause of CKD, followed by hypertension, and screening for… more
Full Text: IMPLEMENTING KDIGO GUIDELINES INTO PRIMARY CARE Implementing KDIGO Guidelines into Primary Care Practice Oniel D. Laucella, APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2024 Debra Hain, PhD, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, …

Increasing Skin Cancer Knowledge and Self-Assessments Amongst Individuals with Skin of Color

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Calvo, Cristina
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Skin cancer is a prevalent malignancy in the United States, with disparities in outcomes notably affecting individuals with skin of color (SoC). To avoid the assumption that "skin of color" refers solely to African Americans, skin of color also includes individuals of Asian, Hispanic/Latino, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Pacific Islander and Native American descent. While the incidence… more
Full Text: Increasing Skin Cancer Knowledge and Self-Assessments Amongst Individuals with Skin of Color Cristina Calvo APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University 2024 SKIN CANCER Abstract: Skin cancer is a prevalent malignancy in the United States, with …

Patients with Diabetes: Increasing Identification and Referral for Common Mental Health Issues

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Lunina, Anastasia M.
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Diabetes is one of the fastest-growing global health emergencies of the 21st century (IDF, 2021), with over 37 million Americans currently living with the condition (CDC, 2023). People with diabetes are at increased risk for mental health disorders such as diabetes distress, depression, and anxiety, which can worsen disease outcomes (ADA, 2021; Nouwen et al., 2019). These comorbidities heighten… more
Full Text: PATIENTS WITH DIABETES REFERRAL FOR MENTAL HEALTH Patients with Diabetes: Increasing Identification and Referral for Common Mental Health Issues Anastasia M. Lunina Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Florida Atlantic University December 3, 2024 1 …

A Mindfulness Self-Compassion Huddle Initiative for Emergency Room Nurses

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Nelson, Shannon R.
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: This quality improvement initiative aimed to improve levels of compassion satisfaction (CS), burnout, and secondary traumatic stress (STS) among Emergency Room (ER) nurses. This project was implemented during shift huddles in a busy urban city ER. Adopted from a previous study conducted by authors Tripathi and Mulkey in 2023 where the authors incorporated mindfulness-based self-compassion (MBSC)… more
Full Text: Running head: A MINDFULNESS SELF-COMPASSION INITIATIVE Nelson 1 A Mindfulness Self-Compassion Huddle Initiative for Emergency Room Nurses Shannon R. Nelson, ARNP, FNP-BC, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2024 A …

The Impact of Routine Scripted Follow-up Phone Calls on Missed Appointments and Patient Satisfaction

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Kelly, Tracian
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: This QI project assessed the effectiveness of scripted follow-up telephone calls in improving patient satisfaction and reducing no-show rates at my project site. This project aimed to identify whether maintaining caring-based communication patterns could produce patient involvement and clinic functional efficiency improvements using a pre- and post-intervention design. This study presents… more
Full Text: REGULAR FOLLOW-UP PHONE CALLS 1 The Impact of Routine Scripted Follow-up Phone Calls on Missed Appointments and Patient Satisfaction Lekeisha L. Fiffie, ARNP, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2024 Faculty: …

Enhancing Provider Self-Efficacy in Caring for Neurodivergent Patients in Primary Care

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Awan, Brummit, Morgan L., Harris, Nancy
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project was to enhance primary care providers' self-efficacy in delivering effective care to neurodivergent adults. Despite the growing recognition of neurodivergence, many primary care providers report feeling inadequately prepared to meet the complex healthcare needs of autistic patients, resulting in barriers to care, miscommunication, and suboptimal… more
Full Text: Running head: PROVIDER SELF-EFFICACY FOR NEURODIVERGENT CARE 1 Enhancing Provider Self-Efficacy in Caring for Neurodivergent Patients in Primary Care Morgan L. Brummit, APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing …

Improving Nurse Practitioner Students’ Confidence in Assessment and Treatment Vaginal Infections in Low Resource Settings

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Holtzclaw, Laurie, Murphy, Natalie, Wilson, Candy
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: In February of 2024, eleven Florida Atlantic University (FAU) nurse practitioner (NP) students arrived in Guatemala to participate in a medical mission trip led by two clinical professors from the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing (CON) in conjunction with the non-profit organization, Nursing Heart Incorporated (NHI). The collaboration between NHI and FAU allows NP students to assess, evaluate… more
Full Text: IMPROVING NP STUDENTS’ CONFIDENCE 1 Improving Nurse Practitioner Students’ Confidence in Assessment and Treatment Vaginal Infections in Low Resource Settings Laurie Holtzclaw, ARNP, DNP Student Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2024 Faculty Leader: …

Improving Type II Diabetes Self-Efficacy Through Education and Follow Up

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: De la Cerda, Jodie, Mateo, Frances, Ortega, María de los Ángeles
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Aims: The aim of this quality improvement project is to improve the quality of care for those with uncontrolled type II diabetes at the primary care facility (Palm Beach Family Medical Associates). The current standard of care of following up every 3 months is deficient in controlling HgbA1c. Literature and caring science supports an intervention with education and self-efficacy as the focus.… more
Full Text: Running Head: DIABETES SELF-EFFICACY Improving Type II Diabetes Self-Efficacy Through Education and Follow Up Frances Mateo Florida Atlantic University Dr. María de los Ángeles Ortega, DNP, APRN, GNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CDP Jodie de la Cerda APRN, FNP-BC …

Employing a Skin Cancer Prevention Program to Decrease Skin Cancer among Racially and Ethnically Diverse Adults

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Pardo, Janeth Noguera
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Skin cancer remains a significant public health concern due to limited knowledge of prevention and early detection. Late diagnoses contribute to substantial financial burdens and loss of life. This quality improvement project aimed to improve skin health outcomes and reduce serious diagnoses, such as melanoma, by increasing awareness of prevention and early detection strategies. Targeting a… more
Full Text: Employing a Skin Cancer Prevention Program to Decrease Skin Cancer among Racially and Ethnically Diverse Adults Janeth Noguera Pardo, ARNP, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E Lynn College of Nursing 2024 INCREASING SKIN CANCER AWARENESS 2 …

Reducing Missed Appointments in Primary Care: A Three-Pronged Approach

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Eggenberger, Terry, Mercadante, Juliette
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Missed appointments disrupt care continuity, delay diagnoses, and decrease revenue in primary care settings. This quality improvement project at Meadow Clinic aimed to reduce no-show rates through evidence-based interventions targeting identified barriers such as forgetfulness, scheduling conflicts, and transportation issues. Participants included 72 patients with a history of missed appointments… more
Full Text: Running head: REDUCING MISSED APPOINTMENTS IN PRIMARY CARE Reducing Missed Appointments in Primary Care: A Three-Pronged Approach Juliette Mercadante, RN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2024 Terry Eggenberger, …

Enhancing Palliative Care Referrals for Primary Care Patients with Noncommunicable Diseases

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Mammah, Kyndall, Marcellus, Nadia
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Timely identification of palliative care needs in primary care is pivotal in improving patient outcomes and quality of life for individuals with chronic or life-limiting illnesses. Conversely, delayed recognition of these needs frequently results in missed opportunities for early intervention and comprehensive care planning. This quality improvement (QI) project focused on implementing the… more
Full Text: FINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL 1 Enhancing Palliative Care Referrals for Primary Care Patients with Noncommunicable Diseases Nadia Marcellus, APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2024 Kyndall Mammah PhD, APRN, FNP-BC …

Evidence-Based Program Evaluation of a Primary Care Weight Loss Plan

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Mowett-Fuller, Joy L., Wisdom-Chambers, Karen
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: This evidence-based program evaluation assesses the effectiveness and patient adherence to a structured weight loss intervention at a local primary care clinic. The program targeted 21 adults, aged 27-60, with BMI ≥ 27 kg/m², many of whom faced cardiovascular risks. Over nine months, participants engaged in a program combining semaglutide injections, dietary guidance, behavioral counseling, and… more
Full Text: Running head: PRIMARY CARE WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM Evidence-Based Program Evaluation of a Primary Care Weight Loss Plan Ms. Joy L. Mowett-Fuller DNP (Candidate), APRN, MSN, FNP-BC Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing November 24, …

Insomnia Management via Smartphone Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: De la Cerda, Jodie, Ereckson, Elisa, Mammah, Kyndall
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: The purpose of this quality improvement initiative was to improve sleep quality and reduce insomnia severity in individuals diagnosed with insomnia. This project was completed with 11 total participants, in which smartphone-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (i.e., CBT-I Coach) was utilized four or more days out of the week. The project spanned the course of six weeks. Insomnia… more
Full Text: Insomnia Management via Smartphone Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Elisa Ereckson, APRN, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing 2024 Kyndall Mammah, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC Jodie de la Cerda, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC …

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 …

Enhancing Maternal Mental Health: A Quality Improvement Project to Increase Postpartum Depression Screening

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Year: 2024, 2024, 2024, 2024
Member of: Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Doctor of Nursing Practice
Contributors: Louis, Louisana, Richemond-Etienne, Phabrina
Publisher: Florida Atlantic University
Description: Background: Postpartum depression (PPD) remains a significant public health concern, often leading to adverse outcomes for both mothers and infants. The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is a validated screening tool that can facilitate early identification and timely referral for mental health services. At the community partner’s Health Department, low referral rates for mental health… more
Full Text: ENHANCING MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH 1 Enhancing Maternal Mental Health: A Quality Improvement Project to Increase Postpartum Depression Screening Phabrina Richemond-Etienne, MSN, PMHNP-BC, DNP Student Florida Atlantic University Christine E. Lynn College of …