Are college students told by health care providers about their risk factors for developing diabetes?

abstract：PURPOSE:This integrative review was conducted to examine factors that influence mammography screening and use of cancer genetic services among younger African American women at increased risk for developing breast cancer. DATA SOURCES:Research articles were identified using PubMed, CINAHL, PsychINFO, and Cochrane libr...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Jones TP,Katapodi MC,Lockhart JS

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Criteria for admission to nurse practitioner (NP) and other professional programs provide a snapshot of students' potential for success in those programs. Critical examination of admission criteria is a vital component of ensuring timely matriculation and completion of NP programs. The purpose of...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Richard-Eaglin A

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radiographic neuroimaging in minor pediatric head injuries contains risks of radiation-induced malignancy. The Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network (PECARN) head injury protocol identifies head-injured children who are at very low risk of clinically important traumatic brain injuries and can saf...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Zarchi TB

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To evaluate if pharmacogenetic testing (PT) holds value for pain-management practitioners by identifying the potential applications of pharmacogenetic research as well as applications in practice. DATA SOURCES:A review of the literature was conducted utilizing the databases EBSCOhost, Biomedical Reference Coll...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： DeFeo K,Sykora K,Eley S,Vincent D

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Since development of the nurse practitioner (NP) role, NPs have been advocating for policy allowing them to practice to the full extent of their training. The aim of this research was to determine whether passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) had an impact on expansion of NPs' scope of practic...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Brom HM,Salsberry PJ,Graham MC

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of the article is to describe the scope of practice legislation in Taiwan, with some comparisons to the scope of practice legislation in the United States, as well as to identify the issues of nurse practitioner (NP) practice. DATA SOURCES:A literature review was conducted to determine the limitati...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Chiu HJ,Tsay SL,Tung HH

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Over 250,000 bariatric surgical procedures for the management of morbid obesity are performed in the United States annually. The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is an effective bariatric procedure because of its efficacy in achieving significant weight loss, low complication rates, and outcomes in reducing card...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Sahebzamani FM,Berarducci A,Murr MM

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Advanced pediatric nurse practitioners (APNPs) working in acute settings are represented in pediatric hospitals, clinics, and wards around the world. They work independently and autonomously. The aim of this study was to compare the role of APNPs in four different countries to gain knowledge on the qualifi...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Würtz GMF,Jensen CS,Egerod I

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:A large degree of variation in clinical practice exists among clinicians evaluating and treating individuals with minor head injuries. Noncontrast head computerized tomography (CT) scans are commonly used to assess for intracranial damage in patients presenting with head injury. This practice is ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Zakhari R,Sterrett SE

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity disproportionately affect minority adults, including African Americans. Engaging in lifestyle changes such as improving dietary habits and increasing physical activity can decrease the incidence and severity of these chronic dis...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Downes LS,Buchholz SW,Bruster B,Girimurugan SB,Fogg LF,Frock MS

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe the challenges shared by schools of nursing and precepting institutions in meeting the clinical rotation requirements for nurse practitioner (NP) students. A formal process was developed to screen students and provide appropriate clinical placement with ongoing evaluations. Detailed description of a...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Logan BL,Kovacs KA,Barry TL

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Assess the context of psychological distress, violence, and substance use among African- and Mexican-American adolescent women with a history of STI, violence, or high sexual risk behavior. These adolescents experience multiple health disparities, limited access to care, and are at particularly high risk of adv...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Champion JD,Young C,Rew L

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Nurse practitioners (NP) and physician assistants (PA) serve as independent or semiautonomous providers and as fundamental members of healthcare teams. PURPOSE:Differentiating roles of health professionals is needed for optimal employment utilization. Clinically practicing PAs and NPs were characterized. M...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Hooker RS,Brock DM,Cook ML

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This integrative review of the existing literature was conducted to identify dimensions related to nurse practitioner (NP) autonomy and to recommend future areas of research related to the important topic of NP autonomy in this era of cost-conscious healthcare reform. DATA SOURCES:Articles were identified from...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Choi M,De Gagne JC

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A common barrier to implementation of precision medicine is the lack of use of published clinical practice guidelines. Consequently, a user-friendly mechanism to easily adopt these guidelines is imperative. PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to evaluate the perceptions of a prototype of a clinical decisi...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Dodson CH,Baker E

更新日期：2020-02-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) is one of the most effective forms of contraception available. The utilization of LARC remains low despite being recommended by major health organizations such as Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecol...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Phillips J,Sandhu P

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Expert nurse practitioners (NPs) grounded in clinical practice are needed to prepare the future NPs. This article discusses key considerations for moving from the role of expert clinician to nurse educator. The considerations for making the move to the educator role including reflection on rewards associated with teac...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Marfell J,Mc Mullen PC,Onieal ME,Scheibmeir M,Hawkins-Walsh E

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Weight loss is recommended as first-line therapy for many chronic illnesses, including obesity. Most patients who do successfully lose weight are unable to maintain their reduced weight. Recent research findings are reviewed and synthesized to explain the biology of obesity, adaptation to weight ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Rogge MM,Gautam B

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To explore negative self-evaluation following weight loss surgery (WLS). METHODS:In-depth interviews were conducted with 11 women who had WLS. Thematic analysis was conducted through an iterative process, allowing categories and themes to emerge. To ensure rigor, two coders analyzed the data. Data were colle...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Alegría CA,Larsen B

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To explore rural parents' behaviors and expectations regarding acute respiratory infections (ARIs) in children. DATA SOURCES:A random digit dial telephone survey administered to 655 rural adults; 176 answered questions regarding care of their children. CONCLUSIONS:Increasing fluid intake was the action most p...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Hart AM,Morgan KM,Casper GM

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Caring for frail older adults is a significant healthcare concern as the frailest 10% of the population account for over 70% of healthcare expenditures. Research reveals the use of comprehensive models, such as Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), leads to improved functional out...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Meunier MJ,Brant JM,Audet S,Dickerson D,Gransbery K,Ciemins EL

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Demand for primary care services is rising. Nurse practitioners (NPs) serve vital roles in meeting primary care demands. Workforce planning requires understanding NP retirement intentions. This study examines factors that relate to NPs, aged 55 years and older, and their intent to retire within 5...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Falk NL,Rudner N,Chapa D,Greene J

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this article is to describe this use of relative value units (RVUs) among nurse practitioners (NP), including the challenges NPs may experience. Relative value units were developed as a means to determine reimbursement for health care based on time spent with the patient and skills required to complete ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Sheppard KG,Duncan CG

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:The past two decades brought changes in cervical cancer screening guidelines. Frequent modifications and earlier lack of agreement about recommendations created confusion. The purpose of this study was to explore to what extent advanced practice nurses (APNs) adopted cervical cancer screening gui...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Cappiello JD,Boardman M

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study was to examine body mass index (BMI) of college freshmen and compare with BMI in senior or graduate year of school. DATA SOURCES:A convenience sample was drawn from health records of students at a small private university in the northeast United States. BMIs were calculated for those ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Nicoteri JA,Miskovsky MJ

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Colorectal cancer (CRC) ranks third in both cancer diagnoses and cancer-related deaths in men and women in the United States. Fortunately, both incidence and deaths have declined due to the increased use of CRC screening to find and remove precancerous polyps and to diagnose CRC at earlier, more treatable stages. Deat...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Morrow L,Greenwald B

更新日期：2020-07-29 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To conduct a pilot survey to assess acceptance of mobile teledermoscopy (MTD) by primary care nurse practitioners (NPs) working in Arizona. DATA SOURCES:Sixty-two participants recruited from NP and academic listservs in Arizona completed an online survey prefaced by a MTD definition, device photographs, and a ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Stratton D,Loescher LJ

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To enhance outcomes of patients with chronic noncancer pain (CNCP) treated with opioids in a primary care setting by implementing an evidence-based quality improvement project. DATA SOURCES:The project consisted of the implementation of a 6-week cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program. Twenty-two patients w...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Whitten SK,Stanik-Hutt J

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Our health care landscape is rapidly changing. With the aging population and seemingly increasing outbreak of communicable diseases, it is expected that there will be a continued demand for inpatient/critical care providers. The current COVID-19 pandemic provides a glimpse of a health care system in severe provider sh...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Chen LL

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Although wound care guidelines are available for primary care providers, barriers to assessment and treatment remain. This article examines current evidence supporting wound management, wound guidelines, and provider comfort with wound management in primary care and discusses the need for improve...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Kulikov PS,Sandhu PK,Van Leuven KA

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00