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Online Friendships and the Bird’s Nest Drawing in the Age of the Internet
Get PDFThis study was a qualitative exploration of friendships facilitated through the internet and online video games. The goal was to investigate how online friendships compare to in-person friendships in terms of quality. Three English-speaking participants who played an online video game and had an online friendship provided unique case studies describing the differences between an online and in-person friendship. The Bird Nest Drawing art assessment by Kaiser (1996; 2016) revealed themes of attachment security which helped explain the variations in the friendships. The findings of this study opened the topic of online friendships for further exploration in the field of art therapy, both in research and in a therapy setting
Education on the Early Recognition of Antepartum Sepsis
Get PDFEven though rare in occurrence, sepsis in pregnancy causes high morbidity and mortality rates, most deaths preventable with timely recognition and intervention. With symptoms difficult to identify, adjusted screening tools were created. The literature review highlighted the importance of using approaches such as these tools to improve on maternal outcomes and treatment. The review displayed how nurses in other departments find difficulty defining and identifying sepsis in adults as well as education surrounding interventions in maternal sepsis and obstetrical emergencies improve knowledge deficits. In response, questions emerge about what labor and delivery nurses know about recognizing sepsis in the pregnant population. Even further, there is a lack of research of how education on approaches to antepartum sepsis identification impacts nurses’ knowledge. This proposed one group pretest posttest research study will gather 50 labor and delivery nurses across multiple hospitals in the San Francisco Bay Area to collect data on their demographics (experience, education, and last sepsis training), knowledge before an educational intervention on screening for antepartum sepsis with a 20 multiple choice test, and knowledge after an educational intervention with the same test. The results of the pretest Statistical analysis will be used to analyze the data, using a paired t-test and p value to prove any statistically significant information. Descriptive statistics will also be used to describe the results of the knowledge tests. Further research may include studying the retention of education on the recognition of antepartum sepsis, or assessing how education impacts mortality rates.https://scholar.dominican.edu/nursing-student-research-posters/1104/thumbnail.jp
Effectiveness of Harm Reduction and Narcan Education for Young Adults
Get PDFEducation on the Harm Reduction Model is an upstream preventative approach to addressing the opioid crisis and a strategic method to promote safety among young adults.https://scholar.dominican.edu/nursing-student-research-posters/1114/thumbnail.jp
Religious Influences Upon Blood Transfusion Therapy: Best Practices for Nursing Care During Ethical Dilemmas Regarding Treatment Refusal Among Jehovah’s Witnesses
Get PDFBlood transfusion therapy is a vital medical intervention that can be life-saving in numerous clinical scenarios. However, the ethical dilemmas that surround this procedure become evident when religious beliefs begin to interfere with healthcare decisions, specifically those of Jehovah’s Witnesses. This proposal discusses the best practices for nursing care during these dilemmas involving blood transfusion therapy with a direct focus on the Jehovah’s Witness community and pediatric patients whose parents affiliate with these beliefs. These practices incorporate a comprehensive approach to patient care, which employs collaborative decision-making between patients, their families, and healthcare professionals as well as open communication and religious competence. The purpose of this proposal is to explore possible blood alternatives and the progressive steps that can be taken to provide safety and optimal care for Jehovah’s Witnesses who refuse blood transfusions. It aims to emphasize the importance of upholding patient autonomy and health, even in cases where religious convictions contradict with healthcare recommendations
Postpartum Depression: The Effects on Infant Development During the First Year of Life
Get PDFChildbirth is considered one of the most pivotal events in a woman’s life, bringing along profound changes. While often seen as joyful, the experience can be extremely challenging or stressful. This might trigger a wide range of emotions that can hinder a mother’s ability to care for herself as well as her newborn. Unlike temporary “baby blues,” postpartum depression (PPD) is similar to major depressive disorder, with symptoms like guilt, anxiety, hopelessness, and even suicidal thoughts. Though typically diagnosed within 4-6 weeks after birth, it often goes untreated or underdiagnosed due to inadequate screening. Untreated PPD can pose a risk for mother-infant bonding and adversely affect a child’s cognitive and emotional development, highlighting the importance of early detection and treatment. This thesis highlights the importance of early detection and early interventions for PPD.https://scholar.dominican.edu/nursing-student-research-posters/1129/thumbnail.jp
Reducing Paternal Stress in the NICU: The Role of Supportive Nursing Interventions
Get PDFThe neonatal intensive care unit, also known as the NICU, is a special unit for newborn babies who require intensive medical care (Stanford Medicine Children\u27s Health, 2019). As of February 2024, 1 in 10 infants born in the United States is admitted to the NICU (Goodman et al., 2024). An infant’s NICU hospitalization generates significant stress for parents. Fathers of NICU infants often face unique stressors, and are commonly overlooked in the NICU environment (Rajabzadeh et al, 2020). With limited research on nursing interventions to address this stress specifically for fathers, this emphasizes the importance of exploring the stressors and support needs of fathers with infants in the NICU, as well as understanding what nursing interventions are being implemented to support fathers and reduce their stress during this difficult period.https://scholar.dominican.edu/nursing-student-research-posters/1110/thumbnail.jp
Nursing Students’ Attitudes and Preparedness for MAiD
Get PDFAs the aging population grows, terminal illness diagnoses are increasing, which has increased global interest in Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), Physician-Assisted Suicide (PAS), and euthanasia. However, there hasn’t been much research on how nursing students in California feel about MAiD or how well their education prepares them for these practices. Studies show that religious beliefs and prior knowledge or clinical experience with MAiD can influence students’ attitudes and sense of preparedness. Qualitative research has also identified common challenges, like role confusion, conflicts between ethics and religion, and the need for better education on the topic. Despite this, there’s no research exploring whether nursing students’ attitudes match their stage of moral development or how Mezirow’s Transformative Learning Theory might shape this development. This study aims to explore how nursing students feel about MAiD and how prepared they think they are to support patients, which is especially important as chronic illnesses and end-of-life care needs continue to grow.https://scholar.dominican.edu/nursing-student-research-posters/1103/thumbnail.jp
Power to the People: The Black Panther Legacy from 1966-2024
No full textThe Black Panther Party for Self-Defense was born in the heart of the Bay Area in 1966 when the struggle for civil rights escalated and the fight against racial oppression reached a boiling point. It was founded in Oakland, California by Huey P. Newton and Bobby Seale, two young political activists who were disappointed in the failure of the civil rights movement to improve the condition of blacks outside the South. The Panthers quickly became a symbol of defiance and empowerment, challenging not only systemic racism but also the foundation of inequality and police brutality. Though often vilified by the mainstream media, the Panthers’ legacy in the Bay area is undeniable. Founding over 60 community programs such as the free breakfast program, health clinics, and educational services, the Party sought to address the immediate needs of the black community while also pushing for systemic change.
The history of the Black Panther Party offers invaluable insights into the complexities of racial, economic, and social justice in America. It provides a lens through which to examine the intersection of grassroots activism and institutional resistance, shedding light on how communities can mobilize for change in the face of systemic obstacles. Studying the history of the Black Panther Party not only enhances our understanding of the past but also offers lessons in the power of collective action, the challenges of political organizing, and the enduring fight against racial inequality–issues that remain relevant to today’s social justice movements.https://scholar.dominican.edu/mapping-bay-area-memory-places/1010/thumbnail.jp
Fantasia on a Theme of Purpose: Using a Music-Guided Scribble Technique to Support Meaning-Making in Older Adult Retiree Musicians
Get PDFWithin the population of older adults, overall well-being corresponds with the ability to self-actualize and seek meaning, but age-related changes combined with ageism and isolation can negatively impact this capacity to maintain a sense of purpose, especially following retirement. It may be that retired musicians are especially vulnerable to this experience later in life due to a loss of the primary method of creative engagement and community that is facilitated by musical performance in a group setting. Integrating phenomenological and ethnographic approaches, this study utilized a qualitative design to understand how music-guided art-making incorporating the scribble technique could support a sense of purpose among older adult retiree musicians. In an art-based intervention that collected art and interview data, participants responded to self-selected music with a variety of fluid and resistive drawing materials categorized as Media Dimension Variables (MDV). Data analysis was executed in conjunction with theories of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and the Expressive Therapies Continuum (ETC). Results obtained via thematic analysis suggested that the intervention facilitated access to creative intentionality in support of a sense of purpose. The process of self-selecting music that was rich with personal significance provided an optimal frame of reference in a novel art experiential that engaged individual strengths, values, and expertise. Responding to music in real-time with a kinesthetically-focused drawing technique presented a non-threatening approach to visual composition; the spontaneity in this process also offered opportunities for self-discovery and contact with the present moment
Perspectives of OT Students on Co-Curricular Resilience Activities and Resources
No full textOccupational Therapy (OT) students and healthcare workers face significant stress due to academic and professional demands. This stress, if prolonged, can lead to burnout and exhaustion. Resilience, the ability to adapt to challenging experiences, can mitigate the effects of stress and burnout. Resilience has been linked to mindfulness, self-compassion, social support/ connection, and physical activity. While resilience programs have shown positive effects for college students and healthcare providers, there is limited research on resilience programming tailored for OT students. This study aimed to fill this research gap by assessing OT students’ utilization of and satisfaction with a co-curricular resilience program offered by the OT department at Dominican University of California. This study also sought to assess the perceived impacts of this resilience program. To meet these objectives, this research project employed a 57-item survey developed using Qualtrics. Results showed that an Instagram page was the most utilized resilience resource and that participants were most satisfied with group hiking events. Group meditation sessions had the greatest impact on participants’ ability to focus on the present moment, while group hiking events had the greatest impact on participants’ sense of belonging, ability to cope with stress, and ability to extend kindness to themselves. This study’s results demonstrate the value of the co-curricular resilience program offered through the Dominican OT department. These results may inform future resilience programming at Dominican or the formation of new resilience programs at other higher education settings