Articles tagged with Nursing
A recent study by NYU researchers found that older adults with specific combinations of cardiopulmonary and cerebrovascular conditions are at higher risk for hospitalizations. The study's findings suggest the need for early identification and intervention strategies to prevent hospitalizations in chronically ill patients.
A new approach, SystemChange, focuses on manipulating environments to change habits without relying on individual motivation. This approach has proven effective in reducing screen time, improving sleep, and developing healthy eating and exercise habits.
A new European study published in BMJ Quality and Safety found that hospitals employing more nurse assistants than professional nurses have higher mortality rates, lower patient satisfaction, and poorer quality of care. The study highlights the risks to patient safety and quality in these settings.
A large European study reveals that replacing professionally qualified nurses with lower skilled nursing assistants is associated with a 21% rise in patient deaths and other indicators of poor quality care. The study found that higher proportions of professionally qualified nurses were linked to significantly lower risks of death, pati...
A recent study from Indiana University highlights the challenges of ensuring medical care is consistent with patient preferences. The authors propose practical recommendations to overcome barriers, including documenting specific treatment preferences and reviewing patient records regularly.
A new study led by Indiana University researcher Susan Pressler will examine the impact of computerized cognitive training exercises on heart failure patients with memory loss. The study aims to determine if brain training programs, such as BrainHQ, can improve memory and quality of life for these patients.
A new study published in The Diabetes Educator found that nearly 1 in 5 women with diabetes also suffer from depression. Younger age, poor health, not completing high school, and inactivity due to pain or poor health were identified as key predictors of comorbid depression among adult women.
The study found that economic and inequality variables significantly impact healthcare workforce production, with more schooling correlating to a better nurse-to-population ratio. Gender inequality is also a significant factor, with nurse/midwife production being more sensitive to broader gender issues than physician production.
A new study highlights the importance of advance care planning in nursing homes, where most residents prefer less aggressive treatment and comfort care over life-extending measures. The study found that formal conversations facilitated by specially trained nurses resulted in changes to care plans about two-thirds of the time.
A study by Brown University researchers found that hospital readmission history is a strong predictor of future readmissions after controlling for key confounding factors. The analysis showed that patients are going to skilled nursing facilities based on logistics-related preferences rather than the severity of their illness.
A cross-sectional study of nearly 107,000 Medicare patients found that older black adults have a 30% increased likelihood of readmission compared to white counterparts. Increasing nurse-to-patient staffing ratios may help reduce these disparities by improving health outcomes for all patients, particularly high-risk groups.
A new NIH-funded project aims to encourage young men at risk for HIV and other STIs to get tested using a personalized web app. The Get Connected app provides customized content based on users' risk profiles, values, and needs.
A recent study by NYU researchers found that nearly half of business managers in NYC reported encountering drug users in their bathrooms, with many calling 911 due to unresponsive users. The study suggests supervised injection facilities could help address the issue, reducing public injecting and overdose mortality.
New research highlights the need for nurses to receive more support when dealing with disrespectful behavior from colleagues. The study, led by Dr. Roberta Fida, found that self-efficacy plays a protective role in mitigating the negative effects of workplace incivility and burnout.
The UMass Nursing UManage Center aims to develop technologies to help people with chronic illness manage fatigue and impaired sleep. The center will test wearable devices to monitor fatigue or sleep pattern changes, enabling patients to make informed decisions about their health activities.
Research shows that trained nurses can significantly increase quit rates among hospital patients. The study found that patients who received coaching from a nurse had higher self-reported and lab-confirmed quit rates compared to those who did not receive similar training.
A new mobile app, TOLF, is being developed to assist breast cancer survivors in identifying and treating lymphedema through self-assessment tools, avatar videos for exercise guidance, and symptom management features. Researchers found that 90% of participants reported no problems using the system.
The NYU Holodeck is a well-integrated software/hardware instrument that combines visual, audio, and physical components to create an immersive research environment. It has the potential to create new insights into fundamental natural phenomena, offering unparalleled tools for intellectual and creative output across disciplines.
The OPTIMISTIC study aims to improve care and communication within nursing facilities and between them and acute-care institutions. The program focuses on early detection and prevention of problems such as medication errors and delayed recognition of changes in medical status, resulting in reduced health decline and hospitalization.
Researchers developed a non-wearable sensor system to measure walking patterns and predict falls in seniors. A gait speed decline of 5 cm/s was associated with an 86.3% probability of falling within three weeks.
A recent study published in Journal of General Internal Medicine found that hospitals with adequate staffing levels, particularly registered nurses, experience reduced restraint use. The research suggests that the type of nursing staff rather than just total staffing is a crucial factor in preventing restraints from being used.
A research team led by Rebecca Schnall is developing a mobile app using existing in-person intervention MyPEEPS to deliver HIV prevention information to diverse young men. The five-year clinical trial will test the effectiveness of the mobile version among 700 racially and ethnically diverse adolescent MSM.
A research team from Penn Nursing, University of Michigan School of Nursing and Emory's School of Public Health is awarded a $9 million grant to test an HIV prevention intervention for adolescent men who have sex with men. The iCON intervention offers life skills training and community-based resources through an online app.
The Gayle Greve Hunt School of Nursing at TTUHSC El Paso has received a $430,780 grant from the USDA to offer free health education services via live video conferencing to 10 underserved communities in rural West Texas. The project aims to improve health outcomes and inspire young students to pursue careers in healthcare.
A new peer mentoring program, developed by NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, aims to enhance early career gerontological nursing faculty. The program has shown promising results, with 64.7% of mentors and 72.7% of mentees finding value in it.
A study found that using off-site monitoring for cardiac telemetry reduced the number of monitored patients without increasing cardiopulmonary arrest events. The system also improved alarm management by minimizing noise distraction from hospital activity and allowing standardized practices.
Researchers at Binghamton University are developing a smartwatch application to enhance communication systems in nursing homes. The proposed design integrates existing safety systems, providing alerts to users. Studies show that using this system can reduce staff response time to alarms and improve patient safety.
Marilyn Rantz, PhD, RN, FAAN, receives the 2016 Doris Schwartz Gerontological Nursing Research Award for her pioneering work in quality measurement and research programs to improve care of older adults. Her extensive research funding exceeds $60 million.
Researchers at UCLA found opposite responses in the right front of the insular cortex between men and women, a critical area for emotions and blood pressure control. The study suggests differences in brain structure and function might contribute to varying clinical symptoms in medical disorders.
A NYU Meyers study found that changes in the NCLEX-RN licensure examination and global economic crisis led to a significant drop in internationally educated nurses (IENs) in the US. IEN pass rates on the exam have steadily declined from an average of 58% in 2004 to 32% in 2015.
A study published in International Journal of Nursing Studies found that first professional degree was a baccalaureate or higher, greater variety and autonomy, and better perceived RN-MD relations are positively associated with nurse retention. The internal turnover rate for new nurses was nearly 30%, significantly higher than previous...
A study published in Public Health Nursing highlights the cognitive factors that inhibit effective driving among older adults with dementia. The authors propose a three-pronged approach to testing for safety, including patient assessments and medication reviews, computerized simulations, and road tests. This evaluation program aims to ...
A new study by NYU researchers found that only 8.3% of high school seniors reported past-year nonmedical opioid use, but when accounting for discordant responses, the prevalence rate is estimated to be 11.1%. This underestimation highlights the need for better drug education and more accurate data to combat the opioid crisis.
Researchers at NYU and Penn State aim to increase engagement in HIV care for African American/Black and Hispanic Patients Living with HIV using a pioneering framework. The study will identify effective intervention components, mediators, and moderators to build the most cost-effective package.
Researchers found that reported lifetime use of ecstasy was significantly higher when 'Molly' was included in the definition. The study suggests that underreporting among infrequent users may be contributing to the perceived decrease in ecstasy use among adolescents and young adults. The researchers emphasize the need for better educat...
A study by Dr. Leslie Rideout found that language barriers were a significant hindrance to educating non-English speaking parents about shaken baby syndrome, with hospitals providing multilingual brochures being three times more likely to meet guidelines. Supportive leadership was also identified as a key facilitator of implementing th...
A study found that ICU noise levels significantly exceeded recommended limits, with average sound levels above 45 dBA and peaks exceeding 52 dBA. The authors recommend measures to reduce sound levels, including earplugs for patients and smart alarm systems.
Researchers aim to understand the root causes of coronary microvascular dysfunction, a condition that damages tiny coronary arteries in women. The study will test the hypothesis that impaired relaxation of the heart muscle contributes to progression of heart failure.
A study found that a better nurse work environment can increase VAP risk, while a closed physician staffing model is not significantly associated with lower VAP risk. The interaction between the two factors reveals a complex relationship where better work environments may minimize VAP in open ICUs but increase it in closed ICUs.
The BMJ OnExamination tool helps overseas nurses prepare for the NMC's Test of Competence, a mandatory computer-based test. After passing the test, they can register with the NMC and practice in the UK.
A new study from the University of Missouri reveals that the relationship between a child and stepgrandparent is influenced by cultural stereotypes, parental relationships, and family norms. In cases where parents facilitate bonding between stepgrands and children, kinship in the family is stronger.
Single parents living in urban low-income neighborhoods with high levels of community violence experience significant symptoms of stress and depression, affecting their children's emotional health. Research emphasizes the need for further study and programmatic interventions supporting the overall health of housing unstable families.
A University of Pennsylvania study examined intimate partner violence and relationship power among South African adolescents, finding that girls with lower power were more likely to have multiple partners. The research suggests that targeting gender-specific components in HIV prevention interventions could help reduce transmission rates.
A Penn Nursing study found that unmet nursing care is associated with higher rates of rehospitalization among black patients with acute myocardial infarction. The study suggests that ensuring adequate resources for nurses can help reduce health disparities.
A study published in Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice reveals that children with type 1 diabetes are at risk of low vitamin D levels, affecting bone health, glucose metabolism, and immune function. The research emphasizes the importance of vitamin D screening for all children with type 1 diabetes.
Researchers found that Greek dancing improved jumping ability, muscular strength, and lower limb endurance in cardiac rehabilitation programs. Patients who participated in the study jumped higher and faster, had stronger legs, and could walk further, demonstrating more endurance.
A study found that unmet nursing care varies widely across US hospitals and is associated with a higher risk of repeat hospital admission for black patients after a heart attack. The strongest factor was not receiving medications in a timely manner, increasing the odds of readmission by 26 percent.
The University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing is expanding its Missouri Quality Initiative for Nursing Homes, a program that reduces avoidable hospitalizations by 34.5% through increased payments to participating nursing homes. The expanded program aims to create a national model for senior care and improve patient outcomes.
The editorial highlights the need for evidence-based investigation into nurse-industry relationships to understand their effects on ethical conduct. The authors emphasize the importance of balancing potential benefits with harms for patients and maintaining public trust.
A new animal study finds that exposure to triclocarban, a common ingredient in antibacterial soap, can alter the composition of intestinal bacteria and other micro-organisms in offspring. The study suggests that this disruption may have unintended health consequences, including changes in obesity, diabetes, and asthma.
The new federal legislation aims to reduce rehospitalization rates by penalizing both hospitals and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) for rehospitalizations within 30 days. However, clinicians warn of potential problems with the mandate, including inadequate communication between healthcare providers, SNF staff, and patients/caregivers.
A new nursing care needs assessment model has been developed for pediatric patients with complex medical conditions, aiming to quantify long-term care needs and improve healthcare coordination. The N-KICS tool measures 40 factors on a scale from one to four, assessing vital signs, observation, bathing, ambulation, and respiratory support.
A new training program at the University of Missouri's Sinclair School of Nursing uses simulation to equip nurses with confidence in screening patients for intimate partner violence. The program shows significant positive impact on nursing students' perceived confidence and knowledge. It may also be effective in training healthcare pro...
A new hearing aid adjustment program, HEAR, has shown promising results in increasing overall use among patients who need them. By systematically gradual adjustments, the program helps reduce frustration and social isolation caused by inadequate hearing aid use.
A study by University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing found that 60% of child care centers do not have staff trained on the benefits of breastfeeding and human milk. The researchers recommend widespread education for child care providers and staff to ensure adherence to breastfeeding support guidelines.
The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) model provides coordinated and comprehensive services to high-cost and high-need populations. Nurse-leaders Tara A. Cortes and Eileen M. Sullivan-Marx drove expansion through legislative advocacy and policy guidance.
A NYU Nursing researcher developed the Dementia Symptom Management at Home (DSM-H) Program to enhance home healthcare providers' knowledge and confidence in caring for people with dementia. The program improved pain, depression, and neuropsychiatric symptom knowledge and attitudes among clinicians.
The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing is selected for a grant to increase the number of PhD-prepared nurses. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Future of Nursing Scholars program will provide financial support and leadership development to two nursing students over three years.
A cross-sectional study of 112,000 Medicare patients found that inadequate nurse staffing and poor work environments increase risk of postoperative readmissions. Patients undergoing elective hip and knee surgery in hospitals with supportive nursing environments are 12% less likely to be readmitted.
The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing will fund the scholarship of five doctoral nursing students in 2016 thanks to a $60,000 grant from the Jonas Center. This is part of a national initiative to support 1,000 nurse scholars across all 50 states.