Research methods for graduate students: a practical framework to guide teachers and learners.

abstract：PURPOSE:Guidelines for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease (CVD) have recently changed. Goals of these guidelines have shifted to the promotion of health and control of risk rather than solely on treatment of CVD. This article summarizes the six new cardiovascular screening, prevention, and treatment...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Lefler LL,Hadley M,Tackett J,Thomason AP

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:More than one third of American adults are obese. Extreme obesity is rapidly rising. Nine medications are approved for weight loss yet they remain underutilized with the focus primarily on lifestyle modifications. The objective was to determine current prescribing patterns and attitudes of weight...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Granara B,Laurent J

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Communication about risk factors for diabetes between nurse practitioners and college students may not be occurring as the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes increases. The purpose of this secondary analysis was to evaluate if college students are being told of their risk for diabetes based on known r...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Saylor JL,Calamaro CJ,Hardie T,Ness M,Selekman J

更新日期：2018-07-01 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：:Many studies are available in the literature considering effects of deployment on older school age and adolescent children, but less is known about the effects on younger children. The purpose of this study was to describe the experience of deployment/separation for military children aged 4-10 years from both the depl...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Agazio J,Cunningham CA,Amos-Mejia D

更新日期：2020-11-16 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To provide an overview of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), specifically the efficacy and tolerability of treatment options for diarrhea-predominant IBS (IBS-D). DATA SOURCES:Research articles available via PubMed were reviewed. CONCLUSIONS:IBS is a chronic multifactorial disorder that has a negative impact on ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Lacy BE,Moreau JC

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/PURPOSE:The growth of advanced practice nursing specialties requires additional expertise for practice that goes beyond entry-level competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities. A practice standards model for specialty nurse practitioners (PSMSNPs) is introduced that differentiates entry-to-practice popula...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Ramirez E,Schumann L,Agan D,Hoyt KS,Wilbeck J,Tyler D,Evans DD

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To describe an intervention among overweight and obese hypertensive patients, encouraging Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet and lifestyle changes, designed and led by a primary care nurse practitioner (NP). DATA SOURCES:A pre- and postintervention quasi-experimental time-series design was imp...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Jarl J,Tolentino JC,James K,Clark MJ,Ryan M

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The increased use of prescription opioids has resulted in widespread misuse. As a result, more than 40,000 Americans lost their lives to opiate overdose in 2016 alone. These data have led to a national movement focused on appropriate opioid prescribing practices. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) de...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Medina R,Sorrell T,Techau A,Weiss J

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Vitamin D deficiency and asthma share risk factors. Epidemiologists suggest that the U.S. prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency has increased as a result of the Westernization of culture and less time spent outdoors. Numerous studies support a patient's Vitamin D deficiency as a contributing cause to increased ast...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Rance K

更新日期：2014-05-01 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：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 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：:Homelessness has always existed worldwide and it presents challenges to society. Delivering health care can be challenging but relationships can be built by starting with wound care, a common problem. Often, the homeless and rough-sleepers need expert attention from caring individuals. However, this population does no...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Kirkland-Kyhn H

更新日期：2020-04-01 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

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：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：PURPOSE:To report and interpret findings from national pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) job analysis surveys reflecting the changes in the knowledge and skills required for advanced practice. DATA SOURCES:National role delineation studies (RDS) conducted by American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in 2003, 2008, ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Aruda MM,Griffin VJ,Schartz K,Geist M

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Accessibility to health care services remains a global challenge, and this has affected the quality of services delivered. This has affected the quality of health care services. Poor accessibility to health care services in Tanzania has hindered the achievements of health care system goals. The d...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Mboineki JF,Chen C

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Preceptors are essential in advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) and physician assistant (PA) fellowships; however, no tools exist for fellows to evaluate their preceptor. PURPOSE:The study's purpose was to examine the use of a modified preceptor evaluation tool (PET) in a new population APRNs and PAs ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Klein CJ,Chan GK,Pierce L,Van Keuren-Parent K,Cooling M

更新日期：2020-09-23 00:00:00

abstract：:The evaluation of new-onset seizure activity must raise a much broader differential than just epilepsy. This case study highlights that broad differential and identifies an important, but less common, cause of seizure activity in specific patient populations. Information is summarized from recent primary research, cas...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Gersch K,Spencer TR

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obesity is a chronic, progressive, relapsing disease that impairs health and quality of life and shortens lifespan. Genetic and environmental factors contribute to its development and persistence. If left untreated, it worsens and leads to serious health consequences for those affected, as well as their offspring and ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Christensen S

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To present case studies of a 36-year-old woman and a 73-year-old man who presented with the syndrome of acromegaly, and to provide primary care nurse practitioners (NPs) with the understanding of the clinical and laboratory features needed for early recognition and treatment of this fascinating disease. DATA S...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Iuliano SL,Laws ER Jr

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Doctoral prepared nurse practitioners (NPs) are uniquely positioned for responsible leadership as essential members of the health care system and have a professional responsibility to contribute to research and clinical inquiry initiatives that advance health care delivery and improve outcomes. Academic preparation of...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Falkenberg-Olson AC

更新日期：2019-08-01 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：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Prosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a serious complication resulting from total knee arthroplasty (TKA) or total hip arthroplasty (THA). In this study, patients with a PJI are compared with patients with an uncomplicated postoperative course to identify relevant risk factors for PJI. METHODS:A m...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Kremers K,Leijtens B,Camps S,Tostmann A,Koëter S,Voss A

更新日期：2019-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:To explore the experience of committing medical error from the perspective of nurse practitioners (NPs). Overall, the purpose of the study is to discern NPs' behaviors, perceptions, and coping mechanisms in response to having made a medical error. METHODS:Qualitative research based on two face-t...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Delacroix R

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Overweight and obesity are sensitive issues to address with pediatric patients during any visit. Patients and families may not recognize that their child is overweight or obese and may not be ready to make change. The goals for this study were to collect overall statistics on the clinic in regard...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Reyes I,Higgins M

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) is a systemic autoinflammatory disease in which mast cells behave erratically. It is unknown whether MCAS recently evolved or if it has been an unrecognized entity for years. Clinically, the patient may present in a constant to near-constant state of allergic reaction. However, the...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Vacheron N,McClinton T,Lynch-Smith DJ,Umberger R

更新日期：2020-04-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:Female athletes struggle harder than male athletes to lose body fat and maintain a leaner physique. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of an educational and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-based intervention on knowledge, body composition, anxiety, stress, and nutritional i...

journal_title：Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

authors： Buffington BC,Melnyk BM,Morales S,Lords A,Zupan MR

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00