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Simulated and Learning Resources: Critical Care

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Due to deficient student and new graduate nursing knowledge regarding critical care nursing skills, this project was designed to create additional resources to support increased education and competency. The specific skills identified by veteran nurses as an area of knowledge deficiency among student and new graduate nurses were those relating…

Due to deficient student and new graduate nursing knowledge regarding critical care nursing skills, this project was designed to create additional resources to support increased education and competency. The specific skills identified by veteran nurses as an area of knowledge deficiency among student and new graduate nurses were those relating to intra-arterial catheter management. Resources, including checklists and videos, were determined the most appropriate method for providing this education. Content for these resources was derived from a literature review to determine the most evidence-based methods for completing intra-arterial catheter management in practice. These resources were reviewed by an expert panel of critical care nurses and included feedback from a student as the end user of the resources.
ContributorsPowers, Jessica L (Author) / O'Brien, Janet (Thesis director) / Barnum, Leslie (Committee member) / Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation (Contributor) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
Created2020-05
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The Effects of Prior Knowledge of Students within Dyads on Learning Outcome

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Collaborative learning is a potential technique for teachers to use to meet the diverse learning needs of the students in their classrooms. Previous studies have investigated the contexts in which the benefits of collaborative learning show greater presence. The most important factor found was the quality of the interactions. Studies…

Collaborative learning is a potential technique for teachers to use to meet the diverse learning needs of the students in their classrooms. Previous studies have investigated the contexts in which the benefits of collaborative learning show greater presence. The most important factor found was the quality of the interactions. Studies have suggested that high achieving students are capable of improving the quality of interactions. This bears the question if prior knowledge plays an influence in the learning outcome of students in collaborative learning. Results show that high prior knowledge students do not face a detriment in having low prior knowledge students as a partner comparing to having another high prior knowledge student and that low prior knowledge students show significantly higher learning outcome when partnered with a high prior knowledge partner than with another low prior knowledge student. It is therefore likely that having a high prior knowledge student within a dyad improves the quality of interaction, resulting in greater learning outcome through collaborative learning.
ContributorsKeyvani, Kewmars (Author) / Chi, Michelene (Thesis director) / Wylie, Ruth (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Psychology (Contributor) / School of Life Sciences (Contributor)
Created2014-05
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Self-Care for the Caregivers of Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients

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For those living lives devoted to taking care of others, it can be difficult to remember to take care of themselves. This thesis project is a review of quantitative and qualitative literature pertaining to self-care for the caregivers of Alzheimer's and dementia patients. Three nursing diagnoses and related nursing interventions…

For those living lives devoted to taking care of others, it can be difficult to remember to take care of themselves. This thesis project is a review of quantitative and qualitative literature pertaining to self-care for the caregivers of Alzheimer's and dementia patients. Three nursing diagnoses and related nursing interventions were created using data from the evidence-based literature. With the proper knowledge and assistance, caregivers can better prepare for the future and participate in health-promoting self-care activities which may improve their quality of life.
ContributorsSchmidt, Anna Claire (Author) / Fries, Kathleen (Thesis director) / Barnum, Leslie (Committee member) / Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation (Contributor) / Watts College of Public Service & Community Solut (Contributor) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
Created2021-05

Stephens_Spring_2023.pdf

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Inflammatory genes are known to only show in African Americans and non-Hispanic Whites. The objective of this study was to observe the correlation from the obtained data of the prevalence of the APOE ε4 genotype. We examined cerebral free-water, a marker of neuroinflammation, hippocampal volume, and volume of white-matter hyperintensities…

Inflammatory genes are known to only show in African Americans and non-Hispanic Whites. The objective of this study was to observe the correlation from the obtained data of the prevalence of the APOE ε4 genotype. We examined cerebral free-water, a marker of neuroinflammation, hippocampal volume, and volume of white-matter hyperintensities in African Americans (AA) and non-Hispanic Whites who were categorized in groups based on whether they had APOE ε4 allele or not. AA had lower prevalence of APOE e4 genotype than non-Hispanic Whites. AA groups have a slightly higher hippocampal volume compared to the Non-Hispanic White (NHW) groups. African Americans also reported increased white-matter hyperintensities and cerebral free-water. Hippocampal atrophy is associated with Alzheimer's disease, this might suggest that the AA groups have a lower risk of Alzheimer's, although further research is needed to confirm this relationship. Lastly, our findings also suggest other potential socioeconomic factors that could contribute to increased incidence of dementia among AA and potential resilience factors early in the course of Alzheimer’s disease process.
ContributorsStephens, Sydney (Author) / Ofori, Edward (Thesis director) / Sklar, David (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
Created2023-05
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Ethnic Differences in Dementia Revealed by Multimodal Imaging.pdf

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Inflammatory genes are known to only show in African Americans and non-Hispanic Whites. The objective of this study was to observe the correlation from the obtained data of the prevalence of the APOE ε4 genotype. We examined cerebral free-water, a marker of neuroinflammation, hippocampal volume, and volume of white-matter hyperintensities…

Inflammatory genes are known to only show in African Americans and non-Hispanic Whites. The objective of this study was to observe the correlation from the obtained data of the prevalence of the APOE ε4 genotype. We examined cerebral free-water, a marker of neuroinflammation, hippocampal volume, and volume of white-matter hyperintensities in African Americans (AA) and non-Hispanic Whites who were categorized in groups based on whether they had APOE ε4 allele or not. AA had lower prevalence of APOE e4 genotype than non-Hispanic Whites. AA groups have a slightly higher hippocampal volume compared to the Non-Hispanic White (NHW) groups. African Americans also reported increased white-matter hyperintensities and cerebral free-water. Hippocampal atrophy is associated with Alzheimer's disease, this might suggest that the AA groups have a lower risk of Alzheimer's, although further research is needed to confirm this relationship. Lastly, our findings also suggest other potential socioeconomic factors that could contribute to increased incidence of dementia among AA and potential resilience factors early in the course of Alzheimer’s disease process.
ContributorsStephens, Sydney (Author) / Ofori, Edward (Thesis director) / Sklar, David (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
Created2023-05

The Efficacy of Atypical Antipsychotics on Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia

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Objective: The purpose of this meta-analysis is to identify if one atypical antipsychotic (risperidone, aripiprazole, olanzapine, clozapine, quetiapine) is more effective in treating behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). The secondary aim is to identify a difference in dosage between the atypical antipsychotics when used to treat BPSD. Methods:…

Objective: The purpose of this meta-analysis is to identify if one atypical antipsychotic (risperidone, aripiprazole, olanzapine, clozapine, quetiapine) is more effective in treating behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). The secondary aim is to identify a difference in dosage between the atypical antipsychotics when used to treat BPSD. Methods: Articles regarding atypical antipsychotics and BPSD were located on the Arizona State University Library website and Google Scholar. A total of 13 studies were included in analyses. The mean difference of the measurement of BPSD from baseline to end of study were extracted from the studies, converted to z-scores using standard error, and the average was found for each medication and placebo groups. Data on dosage was also collected and the total mg of medication for an average participant was calculated based on type of medication. Two ANOVAs were conducted: one to identify a significant difference between the average effect of each medication on BPSD and another to identify a significant difference between the level of dosage given on average for each medication. Results: These analyses indicated that there was no significant difference between individual atypical antipsychotics or placebo (F(5,19) = 0.254, p = 0.932). There was a significant difference in level of dosage with quetiapine having a significantly higher dosage on average than every other medication (F(4,12) = 18.49, p = 0.0000456). Conclusions: There is a lack of evidence that supports the use of atypical antipsychotics for the treatment of BPSD, however, future research that focuses on lower doses of these medications and interactions with psychotherapy may prove beneficial.
ContributorsHawkinson, Emily (Author) / Ofori, Edward (Thesis director) / Tang, YiYuan (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of International Letters and Cultures (Contributor) / Department of Psychology (Contributor)
Created2023-05
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Evaluating the Dementia Friendly Design of Long-Term Care Facilities

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Due to the enormous effect that dementia has on an individual’s behavior, spatial orientation, and wayfinding, among other things, an emphasis on resilience factors is imperative when designing an appropriate long-term care facility. Some resilience factors in improving quality of life for individuals with dementia include: walking spaces or physical…

Due to the enormous effect that dementia has on an individual’s behavior, spatial orientation, and wayfinding, among other things, an emphasis on resilience factors is imperative when designing an appropriate long-term care facility. Some resilience factors in improving quality of life for individuals with dementia include: walking spaces or physical activity, social integration, learning new skills, and support from family or caregivers. To increase these resilience factors and improve the quality of life of those living with dementia, the built environment plays a large role in the facilitation of each factor. For example, having open spaces that allow for families to interact with each other, outdoor space for physical activity or learning new skills, or an intuitive layout for lost individuals to find their way can greatly lessen distress and enhance a living environment. While some of these factors can be assessed from floor plans, understanding how the space is used and organized will further contribute to understanding how accessible and useful the care facilities are for those who inhabit them. Through the analysis of three long-term dementia care facilities, better practices to aid wayfinding, physical activity, and accessibility of the built environment with the ultimate goals of ensuring safety, promoting autonomy, and aiding a person’s adjustment to life in a long-term care facility.
ContributorsSolomon, Santana (Author) / Ofori, Edward (Thesis director) / Yu, Fang (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / College of Health Solutions (Contributor)
Created2022-05