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Christian-Based Health Promotion Program
Get PDFChronic diseases are on a rise and placing hardship on healthcare in the United States. Regular physical activity and consumption of fruits and vegetables have proven to have health benefits related to decreasing chronic disease and improving the management of chronic diseases. A majority of the United States adult population do not meet the guidelines that are set forth by the CDC that will have a positive effect on the reduction of chronic diseases.
The purpose of this six-week Christian-based health promotion program was to improve the health of individuals in the congregation by increasing each individual’s weekly physical activity and daily fruit and vegetable consumption. These two key factors were the target while using biblical foundation along with motivational counseling to promote lifestyle changes. The program was based on the biblical principle that physical health and spiritual health are intertwined.
The pre- and post- surveys were analyzed to determine the effectiveness of the intervention from baseline. The data analysis also provided feedback on the effects that the participants believed the intervention had on their health
Tollman Photo
No full textA man and a woman hold books. A table and candles are between them. The back is labelled Tollmann but it is unclear if that is the subject or the photographer.https://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/mccraybuilding/1047/thumbnail.jp
North Entrance of McCray
No full textMcCray north entrance, the leaves on the trees are orange.https://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/mccraybuilding/1050/thumbnail.jp
McCray, Winter
No full textBlack and white photo of McCray Hall in winter. A light dusting of snow covers the roof and bushes.https://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/mccraybuilding/1061/thumbnail.jp
Students Walking
No full textStudents walking past McCray, a tree is blooming with purple budshttps://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/mccraybuilding/1078/thumbnail.jp
McCray as seen from Russ Hall
No full textBlack and white photo of McCray front entrance as seen from Russ.https://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/mccraybuilding/1096/thumbnail.jp
McCray - Stage Event
No full textBlack and white photo of the McCray stage, people are seated in the auditorium watching six people on stage. There are three tables on the stage with three people sitting at the left most, one in the middle, and two on the right. This appears to be a live meeting or debate.https://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/mccraybuilding/1103/thumbnail.jp
COMPARING STUDENT AND NP FACULTY SIMULATION SATISFACTION AND CONFIDENCE FOLLOWING DEBRIEFING
Get PDFThe utilization of simulation technology can increase critical thinking, as well as advance practice skills, satisfaction and confidence in learning. The purpose of this research was to evaluate the impact of in-person student debriefing on students and NP faculty confidence and satisfaction in student learning utilizing standardized patient simulation. The study was open to the 50 enrolled students and 10 faculty participating in the summative SP simulation for advanced health assessment at Pace University’s Pleasantville campus. Students were randomly selected to undergo in-person debriefing by faculty. After simulation, students and faculty participated in a survey. Of the 33 students, 15 (45%) were provided in person debriefing. Four (40%) faculty participated in the survey. In general, both students and faculty were satisfied and confident with learning after completion of a SP summative simulation. The was no statistically significant difference in student satisfaction or confidence between students who were debriefed in person and students who were not debriefed in person. Differences in faculty satisfaction and confidence in student learning could not be measured
IMPROVING IMMUNIZATION RATES IN CHILDREN UNDER TWO YEARS OF AGE IN LINN COUNTY, KANSAS THROUGH NURSING EDUCATION
Get PDFImmunizations are one of the most beneficial preventive health measures available to children under two years of age. Failing to receive these preventative immunizations during these crucial years could result in the child developing serious diseases that may lead to long term disability or even be fatal. By increasing immunization rates, children will be more protected against common childhood diseases which will allow them to grow and thrive. The purpose of this scholarly project was to identify ways to improve vaccination rates in children under two years of age at specific clinics in Linn County, Kansas, using healthcare professional education. This descriptive study was used to gather information about improving immunizations in children up to the age of two years. Pre- and post-surveys along with a video on how immunizations work was used as an educational resource to help provide further education to healthcare professionals regarding immunizations
Yates East Entrance
No full textBlack and white photograph of Yates Hall entrance next to the Kelce Planetarium.https://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/unihistoryphotos/1261/thumbnail.jp