Year of the Nurse: Take the Challenge
No abstract available (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - December 18, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: EDITORIAL Source Type: research
The Use of Closing Questions in Qualitative Research: Results of a Web-Based Survey
Discussion
Researchers frequently included closing questions in qualitative studies. The reasons for including these questions and how data are used vary, and support limited previously published literature. One unique reason, adding “new breath” to the interview, emerged. Study findings can aid qualitative researchers in deciding whether to include closing questions. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY Source Type: research
Decreasing Barriers to Research Utilization Among Labor and Delivery Nurses
Background
Intermittent fetal monitoring (IFM) is a recommended strategy for intrapartum fetal heart rate assessment in low-risk pregnancies; however, this “high touch, low tech” approach is underutilized.
Objective
The aim of the study was to examine the relationships between labor and delivery nurses’ intellectual capital and their perceptions of barriers to research utilization in the work setting.
Methods
A cross-sectional correlational design using data derived from a larger study of labor and delivery nurses (N = 248) was used. Covell’s theory of nursing intellectual capital was used as the conceptual...
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY Source Type: research
Pilot Study of the Mastery Lifestyle Intervention
Discussion
Pilot testing of the MLI indicated that it was well accepted from the participants and feasible as a culturally tailored behavioral therapy administered in a group setting by nurse practitioners. Our initial pilot results also suggest preliminary efficacy as indicated by moderate to large Cohen's d effect sizes for depression and anxiety. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: BRIEF REPORTS Source Type: research
Perspectives on Conducting Research in Indian Country
Discussion
Our previous experiences as novices leading research projects in Indian country have produced unique sensibilities that may serve to guide nurse researchers who seek to partner with tribal communities. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: BRIEF REPORTS Source Type: research
Using REDCap to Facilitate Web-Based Therapeutic Intervention Research
Discussion
REDCap is cost-effective, is readily available, and, through its advanced functionality, is able to facilitate confidential, secure interactions with participants, robust data management, and seamless participant progression in web-based intervention research. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: BRIEF REPORTS Source Type: research
Agent-Based Modeling: A Method for Investigating Challenging Research Problems
Discussion
ABM and simulation is a powerful method with tremendous potential in nursing research. It is vital that nursing embrace and adopt innovative and advanced research methods if we are to remain a progressive voice in health research, practice, and policy. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: METHODS Source Type: research
Review of Mixed-Methods Research in Nursing
Discussion
Mixed-methods research is still in its infancy in nursing, and researchers encounter challenges during its conduct, analysis, and reporting. There is a need to determine researchers’ attitudes and challenges toward using mixed methods and educate them about advanced mixed methods. Emphasis should be placed on use of advanced data integration methods so that the rigor and quality of mixed research can be enhanced in nursing research. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: METHODS Source Type: research
Stress and Health in Nursing Students: The Nurse Engagement and Wellness Study
Discussion
These data comprehensively summarize the lives of predominately Hispanic nursing students and highlight risk and resilience factors associated with their health and well-being. The findings are timely, as the nursing field diversifies in preparation to care for a diverse and aging population. Comprehensively assessing stress–health relationships among student nurses ought to inform the policies, practices, and curricula of nursing schools to better prepare nurses to thrive in the often-strenuous healthcare environment. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURE ARTICLES Source Type: research
Diabetes Distress, Depressive Symptoms, and Cardiovascular Health in Adults With Type 1 Diabetes
Discussion
This is a sample with elevated diabetes distress and depressive symptoms, both of which may affect their risk of cardiovascular disease. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURE ARTICLES Source Type: research
Validation of the Presence of Nursing Scale Using Data Triangulation
This study asked if the Presence of Nursing Scale (PONS) is a reliable and valid instrument to measure nursing presence from the patient’s perspective.
Methods
A convenience sample of 75 adult acute care inpatients were verbally administered the 25-item PONS considering the registered nurse taking care of them on the day of data collection. Open-ended questions elicited the patients’ explanations of their ratings. They also rated their overall satisfaction with the nursing care provided by the subject nurse using a 5-point scale.
Results
The mean PONS score was 104.5 (SD = 17.26) on the 25–125 scale. Instrument...
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURE ARTICLES Source Type: research
Health Literacy Risk in Older Adults With and Without Mild Cognitive Impairment
Discussion
These results suggest that low health literacy may be a predictor of mild cognitive impairment. Screening for lower health literacy risk should be included in multidimensional geriatric evaluation. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURE ARTICLES Source Type: research
Integrative Review of Recruitment of Research Participants Through Facebook
Discussion
FB is used to recruit participants for a variety of studies, with researchers using both free and paid ads to reach potential participants. Reporting of recruitment methods needs to be more rigorous, streamlined, and standardized in scientific papers. (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: FEATURE ARTICLES Source Type: research
The Problem With p and Statistical Significance
No abstract available (Source: Nursing Research)
Source: Nursing Research - November 1, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: EDITORIAL Source Type: research
Experience of Perinatal Death From the Father’s Perspective
Discussion
While women are receiving care, health staff may neglect or forget men. Men suffer alone while seeking ways of attunement with their partners’ emotions to support them during the grieving process. Fathers can overcome and adjust to the loss when they transcend it and find new meaning. Men felt neglected and marginalized at hospitals while their partners were receiving treatment. Health professionals should recognize and acknowledge the pain of fathers who face perinatal death and include them as much as possible in the standard of care. The results identify opportunities for healthcare providers in clinical ...
Source: Nursing Research - August 30, 2019 Category: Nursing Tags: AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY Source Type: research
