Browsing Sigma Biennial Convention by Title
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Waist circumference as a measurement tool for pediatric obesity
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Monday, November 9, 2015 and Tuesday, November 10, 2015: Background: The focus of this project was exploring methods for the early identification of childhood obesity. Significance: With the advent ... -
Walking for Heart Health in Rural Women
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Tuesday, November 10, 2015: Purpose: To examine the effects of a walking program on outcomes such as blood pressure, total and HDL cholesterol, body mass index (BMI), 10 year cardiovascular risk and ... -
Walking the Language Technology Talk
(2017-09-25)Recognizing and addressing cultural and linguistic diversity is essential to nursing practice. Presentation outlines development, implementation and evaluation of a pilot study using clinical simulation to deliver evidence ... -
Walking the walk: Designing a 10-week research course and integrating an EBP model
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Monday, November 9, 2015 and Tuesday, November 10, 2015: In the 21st century's healthcare, behind every clinical decision making, there should be evidence to support it. Using Evidence-Based Practice ... -
Wanted! Leaders to advance excellence, not mediocrity, in nursing education
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Monday, November 9, 2015 and Tuesday, November 10, 2015: Chances are good that if you ask faculty teaching in almost any nursing program about the quality of their program, you will get a response ... -
Wartime nurse heroes recognition
(2016-03-21)Session presented on Tuesday, November 10, 2015: Over the centuries nations have engaged in conflicts that have often resulted in massive physical and emotional injuries. Warriors have fought with bravery and courage. ... -
A way toward ensuring a relevant undergraduate curriculum: BSN curriculum assessment plan
(2017-10-13)Responsive-situational leadership strategies were used to lead and engage a team of college of nursing faculty in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive BSN curriculum assessment plan. -
We're all on the same team! Approaching interprofessional collaboration in an on-line nursing education program
As a model for Interprofessional Development, our course is designed and led by an interprofessional instructional team. The team's approach models collaboration through work in the online classroom. In turn, students ... -
We're doing what? Taking report
Nursing assessment begins with report. The current evidence for teaching nursing students how to engage in report will be discussed. Participants will learn how a low-fidelity classroom simulation serves as an active ... -
Weaving evidence-based practice into nursing shared governance: One model for the magnet journey
(2017-09-18)This presentation describes integration of evidence based practice (EBP) within all aspects of nursing shared governance in a hospital system. Nursing's journey to EBP integration will be explored. Attendees will be provided ... -
A web-based educational and social platform for pregnant women with a history of perinatal loss
A positive pregnancy test of a planned conception is often celebrated. Women with a history of perinatal loss, emotions of grief, fear, anxiety, and depression are felt. This project aimed to develop a Website that provides ... -
Welcome to nursing: Millennial nurse graduates' perceptions of transition to professional practice
(2017-10-13)Nursing is experiencing a shortage which millennial nurse graduates may help alleviate with a successful transition to practice. Eleven nurses were interviewed to obtain perceptions of their preparedness as they transitioned ... -
Welcome to the nursing profession: Fostering professionalism in new graduates
Developing a professional identity is essential for a nursing studentsâ successful transition to practice. It involves the internalization of core values and perspectives recognized as integral to the art and science ... -
What about fathers when their partner suffers from peripartum cardiomyopathy?
Fathers' experience of childbirth has been described as both distressing and wonderful. This research highlights professionals understanding to meet the supportive care needs of fathers when their partner suffers from a ... -
What are best strategies for symptoms management, health, and wellness promotion of individuals with diabetes?
The prevalence of diabetes has double within the past years.This study aims to identify the best strategies for symptoms management, health and wellness promotion of individuals with diabetes.Continuous creation of awareness ... -
What do adolescents think about teen parenting?: Informing policy with research
(2012-01-04)Purpose: While teen birth rates have declined, selected groups of adolescents continue to experience parenting. Although many adults share beliefs about the costs associated with teen parenting, the attitudes of teens are ... -
What do we know about women with peripartum cardiomyopathy?
(2017-10-02)To fill the knowledge gap of peripartum cardiomyopathy in health care personnel. To prompt timely diagnosis and avoid unnecessary suffering it is important to listen seriously to, and respect, women's narratives and act ... -
What factors influence veterans returning to civilian life to go back to school: Grounded-theory study
(2017-10-03)As millions of veterans return home to civilian life it's imperative for healthcare providers to be aware of what these veterans face during transition. Understanding what the transition is like for them and their families ... -
What factors may predict nursing students' knowledge and attitude toward older persons?
Due to the aging population with complex health needs globally, the researcher investigated the factors that could affect knowledge and attitude toward older adults. Findings from the national sample of final semester ... -
What if I faint? Concerns of maternal-child nursing students prior to clinical
While often a much anticipated clinical rotation, the impending experience in the obstetrical environment evokes unique concerns from pre-licensure nursing students. During this presentation, concerns of nursing students ...
