Abstracts Winner's List 2008

Summer Institute on Evidence-Based Practice
"2008 Summer Institute Winner's List "
Copyright 2008

Summer Institute

The Educators’ EBP Workshop®

Top 2 Poster Presentations

1st Place:
The Curriculum Audit: Defining What It Means to Integrate Evidence-Based Practice
Rebecca J. Sisk, PhD, RN, CNE
Methodist College of Nursing, Peoria, IL
View Abstract
2nd Place:
Teaching-Learning Strategies to Improve Evidence-Based Nursing Practice in a Magnet-Designated Community Hospital
Judith Moran-Peters, RN, DNSc, CNA, BC
Huntington Hospital Center for Nursing
View Abstract

CONGRATULATIONS to these EBP Leaders for their exemplary work!

ABSTRACTS SELECTED FOR POSTER PRESENTATION

2008 EBP Across the Nation: Attended Poster Presentations
1	In Oncology Patients, Does the Type and Size of PICC Affect the Risk of Thrombosis? Rodulfo T. Aranas, Jr., RN, CRNI MD Anderson Cancer Center Eva Basada View Abstract
2	Prevention of Ventilator Associated Pneumonia Christopher P. Baglio, CPT, RN, BSN Brooke Army Medical Center James E. Simmons Darlene Deters (Presenter) View Abstract
3	Integrating Evidence Based Practice Using a RN-MD Collaborative Model Jackie Bartlett, RN, MSN, MBA, HCM Children's Mercy Hospital & Clinics Nancy Allen (Presenter) View Abstract
4	EBP Flash Cards: A Strategy for Achieving AACN Magnet™ Recognition Jane Bliss-Holtz, DNSc, BC Meridian Health Ann May Center for Nursing and Allied Health Christine Hedges View Abstract
5	Nevada Nurses' Knowledge, Attitude and Application of EBP Mary D. Bondmass, RN, PhD University of Nevada Las Vegas Sheri Stucke View Abstract
6	Teaching EBP Principles Through Senior Nursing Student Projects Lina Denise Bostwick, MSN, RN BryanLGH College of Health Sciences View Abstract
7	Evidence-Based Tight Glycemic Control for Post Surgical Patients Heather L. Bowen, BSN, MHA, MBA Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center Hamam Alrabaa (Presenter) View Abstract
8	Improving Team Communication: Daily Interdisciplinary Unit Briefing Catherine A. Broome, RN,C, BS William S. Middleton Memorial VA Hospital Stephanie A. Bondow View Abstract
9	Mentorship-A Key to Evidence-Based Practice and Policies Terri L. Brown, MSN, RN, CPN Texas Children's Hospital View Abstract
10	Growing Evidence-Based Practice in a Small Community System Sandra H. Bryan, MHA, BSN, RN-BC Shore Health System of Maryland, Inc. View Abstract
11	Fostering Enthusiasm for Nursing Research Barbara Celia, EdD, RN Drexel University Kathleen Faulkenstein View Abstract
12	Advancing Evidence-Based Practice & Quality: Factors Related to Uptake of Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines Paula Cooper Clutter, PhD, RN, CNS-BC UT Health Science Center San Antonio, School of Nursing Kathleen R. Stevens View Abstract
13	Becoming ACE Stars: Evidence-Based Practice Staff Development Eileen Deges Curl, PhD, RN Lamar University Candice L. Herman View Abstract
14	Hand-Off Communication in a Cardiac Surgical Unit: A Nursing Driven Process Susanne M. Cutshall, MS, RN, CCNS Mayo Clinic, St. Marys Hospital H eather L. Zak (Presenter) View Abstract
15	Evidence Based Practice: Measuring and Reporting Patient Satisfaction with Pain Management and Overall Care in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab Elnora Annette Darland, RN, BSN, CCRN, MHA Harris Methodist HEB Hospital View Abstract
16	Champions of Pressure Ulcer Prevention: Best Practice Team Carolyn W. Davis, RN, BSN, CNA St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital Puneet Freibott (Presenter) View Abstract
17	Perinatal Safety Drills - Improving Patient Outcomes Cheryl Lynn DeGray, RNC, BSN, MHA JPS Health Network View Abstract
18	Using Metrics to Move Quality Forward: Nursing Dashboards Jean Dowling Dols, PhD, RN, CNAA-BC, FACHE CHRISTUS Health Shirley Stewart View Abstract
19	Lift Off! Launching a “No Lift” Environment on an Acute Care Unit: Implementation of a Safe Patient Handling Program Marsha Doughtery, BSN, RN Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital View Abstract
20	An Evidence Based Approach to Creating a New Nursing Dress Code Cheryl P. Dumont, PhD, RN Winchester Medical Center Kathy Johnson, Laura Windle, Kelly Halbert, Kathryn Tagnesi View Abstract
21	Improving Education for Diabetics with Low Health Care Literacy Kathleen Falk, MSC, FNP New York City College of Technology/Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation View Abstract
22	Mapping the Literature: A Bibliometric Analysis of Evidence Based Practice Literature in English Language Nursing Journals M. Jane Fayland, DNS(c), APRN, CCRN, CNS Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center View Abstract
23	A Description of Further Dissemination (as published manuscripts) of Scientifiic Evidence Initially Presented at a Nursing Research Conference Marsha E. Fonteyn, PhD, RN, OCN The Phyllis F. Cantor Center Research in Nursing and Patient Care Services Dana-Farber Cancer Institute View Abstract
24	An Evidence-Based Approach for Graduate Nurse Orientation in Critical Care Rose Nagle Girgenti, RN-BC, MA St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center MaryAnn Hozak View Abstract
25	Patient Safety: Decreasing Pressure Ulcers in Acute Care Judee L. Gozzard, RN, MSN Bay Pines VA Healthcare System Cheryl Ann Howard View Abstract
26	Control of Norovirus Outbreak with Infection Control Practices Patti G. Grota, APRN, MS, CIC South Texas Veterans Healthcare System View Abstract
27	Know the Game Plan: HUDDLE! Kim Hall, RN, BSN South Texas Veterans Healthcare System Monica Horton, Victor Garcia View Abstract
28	Making It Stick: Evidence-Based Practice Nursing Recruitment and Project Sustainability Jo M. Hanson, RN, MSN, CNS, OCN City of Hope, Dept of Nursing Research & Education Marcia M. Grant View Abstract
29	Reducing Hospital Acquired Pressure Ulcers Through Nursing Autonomy Candice L. Herman, MSN, RN, CNA, BC Memorial Hermann Baptist Hospital View Abstract
30	Texas Falling Star Prevention Program Clarissa Silva Herrera, RN, MSN UT Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Nursing Jerry Asumbrado, Susan Richardson-Alecozay View Abstract
31	Collaborative Management of the Adult with Sickle Cell Disease Linda Ann Humphries, RN, CNS, CCRN Harris Methodist Southwest Hospital View Abstract
32	A Study Comparing Coagulation Test Results from PICCs and Venipunctures Linda Ann Humphries, RN, CNS, CCRN Harris Methodist Southwest Hospital View Abstract
33	Improving Beta Blockade Continuation During the Perioperative Period Elizabeth M. Hyslop, MSN, RN, ACNS-BC Northeast Baptist Hospital View Abstract
34	Implementing Evidence-Based "Patient Safety Plans" in Acute Psychiatry Bernadette Y. Jao, MSN, RNBC Bay Pines VA Healthcare System Kristine Ashley, James Morello View Abstract
35	Use of Acetaminophen in Circumcision Pain Management Kathy J. Johnson, BSN, RN Medcenter One Jacie L. Emineth View Abstract
36	Bed Baths - Back to the Basics Nancy K. Johnson, MSN, RN, CRRN, CLNC Saint Francis Medical Center View Abstract
37	Kangaroo Mother Care Fatemeh Khaghani, EdD, MSN, RN Kaiser Permanente Southern California View Abstract
38	The Process of Implementing Evidence Based Practice in the Clinical Setting Doris Kimbrell, RN, MSN, ARNP-CNS, CMSRN Via Christi Regional Medical Center View Abstract
39	Nurse to Researcher: How Ready Are We? Measurement of Evidence Based Practice (EBP) Readiness and Competencies Vivian Low, RN, BSN, MPH El Camino Hospital Cathy Patton View Abstract
40	Bridging the Gap Between Primary Care and Mental Health Services Robert J. Machado, MSN, PMHCNS-BC Bay Pines VA Healthcare System Suzanne Foster View Abstract
41	Improving the Care and Financial Management of Patients Needing Close Observation Karen Magarelli, RN, MSN Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Tracey Malast View Abstract
42	Glucometer Error in the Anemic Patient Elizabeth A. Mann, RN, MS, CCRN, CCNS US Army Institute of Surgical Research View Abstract
43	Economics vs. Patient Acuity? Which Provides Better Patient Outcomes? Maria M. Marquez, BSN, RN Sierra Medical Center View Abstract
44	Chill Them and They Will Respond! Cindy L. Martin-Salinas, RN, BSN, CCRN, CSC Kadlec Medical Center View Abstract
45	Transition of an Acute Psychiatric Facility to a Non-Smoking Environment Allison Mason, BS, RN JPS Health Network Mei-Yi Lee View Abstract
46	The Recovery Transformation Project: From Day Treatment to STEPS OF LIFE Brenda G. Matthews, BSN, MS, CPRP Bay Pines VA Healthcare System Nancy Maxwell View Abstract
47	The Big Chill-Induced Hypothermia Tracey Ann Melhuish, MSN, RN Holy Cross Hospital Mary Naccarato View Abstract
48	Cardiac Catheterization Lab Quality Improvement: Integrating Evidence Based Guidelines to Reduce Door to Balloon Times in ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Beverly A. Mendes, DSc, APRN,BC Hartford Hospital Jeanne Bodett Lisa Moriarty (Presenter) View Abstract
49	Utilizing a Central Line Cart to Increase Bundle Compliance Jeannette (Jeannie) Meyer, RN, MSN, CCRN, CCNS, PCCN Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital View Abstract
50	Changing Perceptions: Implementation of a Protocol to Decrease CAUTIs Crista N. Minthorn, RN,C, MSN, ANP, BC Hackettstown Regional Medical Center View Abstract
51	Model of a Pediatric New Onset Seizure Clinic to Improve Outcomes Sally R. Monahan, RN, MSN, CPNP Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center View Abstract
52	Positive Effect of Evidence-Based Nursing Strategies on Patient Outcomes Judith Moran-Peters, RN, DNSc, CNA, BC Huntington Hospital Center for Nursing Barbara Lahey View Abstract
53	Effective Pain Management Promotes Positive Patient Outcome Andrea R. Nolan CPT/AN, BSN, RN Brooke Army Medical Center Sarah D. Eccleston View Abstract
54	Quality Evaluation of the Structure of a USF Michele Mandagará de Oliveira, Doctoral Student Escola de Enfermagem da Universidade Federal da Bahia Ione Carvalho Pinto (Presenter) Valéria Cristina Christello Coimbra, Eneida Mandagará de Oliveira View Abstract
55	Hospital Lift Teams Keep Nurses at the Bedside Patricia Anne O'Malley, PhD, RN, CNS Miami Valley Hospital, Center of Nursing Excellence View Abstract
56	356 No Fall Days Evelyn C. Overman, RN, BSN, MSNc Kaiser Roseville Kelly DiGiacomo View Abstract
57	If To Err Is Human - To Distract Is Inhuman Tess M. Pape, PhD, MSN, BSN, RN, CNOR Nelda C. Stark School of Nursing Texas Woman's University, Houston Center Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing Abilene Christian, Hardin Simmons and McMurry Universities, Abilene TX Abilene Regional Medical Center, Abilene TX Rebecca D. Richard View Abstract
58	Tight Glycemic Control in Non-Critically Ill Patients Gita Wasan Patel, PharmD Medical Center of Plano Nicki S. Roderman (Presenter) View Abstract
59	Nurses’ Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice Dorothy M. Perron, RN Fletcher Allen Health Care Annette Parker (Presenter) View Abstract
60	The White Book the Family Health Team: The Nurse Collaborating with the Workmanship Ione Carvalho Pinto, RN, MD, PhD University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto College of Nursing, WHO Collaborating Center for Nursing Research Development Andréia Arantes Batista Guedes, Luana Alves de Figueiredo View Abstract
61	Acute Care Setting: Facilitators to Promote Evidence Based Practice Rebekah L. Powers, RN, MSN Midland Memorial Hospital View Abstract
62	Redesigning a Subcutaneous Insulin Double-Check Process Jennifer Pribbenow, RN, BSN William S. Middleton Memorial VA Hospital Virginia Olson View Abstract
63	Maintaining Normothermia in Surgical Patients Christina Sarswattie Ramdeo, BA, RN, CNOR Midland Memorial Hospital View Abstract
64	Affirming the Commitment to Patient Safety: A Fall Prevention Strategy Beverly Rashad, MSN, RN, CNAA, BC Overton Brooks VA Medical Center View Abstract
65	Improving Glycemic Control in the ICU with a Data Management Software Program Charles C. Reed, MSN, RN, CNRN University Hospital Michael G. Corneille View Abstract
66	The Role of Education and Innovative Communication Tools in Improving Non-Verbal Communication Charles C. Reed, MSN, RN, CNRN University Hospital Michele Sherman View Abstract
67	Impact of a Tight Glycemic Control Protocol in Critically Ill Patients Nicki S. Roderman, RN, MSN, CCRN Medical Center of Plano Gita Patel View Abstract
68	Reducing Sepsis Mortality: A Collaborative Approach Nicki S. Roderman, RN, MSN, CCRN Medical Center of Plano Hollie Gehring View Abstract
69	Creating an Information Fluent Culture for Evidence Based Practice Education Judith P. Ruland, PhD, RN, CNE University of Central Florida College of Nursing Pamela Ark, Jean D. Leuner, Diane Wink, Jean Kijek View Abstract
70	What Leadership Behaviors Impact Staff Nurse Retention Mary A. Scurlock, BSN, RN Conroe Regional Medical Center Rowena Sneather View Abstract
71	Hepatic Arterial Catheter Removal: A Performance Improvement Initiative Julie H. Segovia, RN-C, MSN University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Patricia C. Hasen View Abstract
72	Coaching and Mentoring Support Staff Nurse-Driven Geriatric EB Project Claudia DiSabatino Smith, PhD(c), RN, CNA-BC St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital Geraldine B. Jones View Abstract
73	History of Violence Screening in a Psychiatric Emergency Center Lesley Ann Smith, RN,C JPS Health Network View Abstract
74	Creating a More Positive Work Environment for Nursing Students: Breaking the Cycle of Horizontal Hostility Terri G. Smith, RN, BSN INTEGRIS Health View Abstract
75	Implementing the Acuity Adaptable Care Model in a Pediatric Pulmonary Unit Michelle M. Stephenson, DNP, MSN, RN Children's Memorial Hospital View Abstract
76	Evidence-Based Tool to Assess Alcohol and OTC Drug Abuse in Older Women Joanne S. Stevenson, PhD, RN, FAAN Mount Carmel College of Nursing View Abstract
77	Education of the New Mother Carla Ruth Stover, RN Trinity Mother Frances - Hospitals and Clinics View Abstract
78	Implementing Hand-Off Shift Change at the Bedside Enhances Quality and Safety Jill M. Tahmooressi, RN-BC, MBA, BS Miami Children's Hospital Adam Fader View Abstract
79	Transition-PACU: Improving Throughput and the Environment of Care Marian Bomba Thomas, RN, BSN, CPAN, BC MD Anderson Cancer Center Yolanda DeLeon Ayson View Abstract
80	Delivery Models and Reimbursement: Can Evidence Override History? Patricia L. Thomas, PhD, RN University of Detroit-Mercy, McAuley School of Nursing View Abstract
81	What Makes You Think I Am in Pain Gretchen L. Umlor, RN ADN Harris Methodist H-E-B Sandi L. Price View Abstract
82	Quality Improvement Project Utilizing Evidence Based Guidelines for Cardiac Surgical Wound Prophylaxis Dorothy M. Urschel, MS, RNFA, ACNP-BC, CNAA-BC St. Peters Hospital View Abstract
83	Innovative Approach to Managing Pediatric Migraine: What is the Evidence? Polly Vaughan, MS, CPNP Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center View Abstract
84	Bylaws Development Process for A Functional Committee Mirian Vázquez-Ortiz, RN Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center Lisa V. Johnson View Abstract
85	Rectal Diazepam vs. Intranasal Midazolam for Acute Management of Prolonged Seizures Without Intravenous Access: A Synthesis of the Evidence Based Research Melissa C. Whitesell, MS, CPNP-AC Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Department of Neurology View Abstract
86	Evidence-Based Quality Improvement in Curriculum Vi Wilkes, EdD, RN West Suburban College of Nursing View Abstract
87	Decrease in the Incidence of Retinopathy of Prematurity in a Level 3 Tertiary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Julie Withaeger, RNC, BSN Cook Children's Medical Center Tammy Hoff, Barbara Greer View Abstract

For More information, please contact:
Kathleen R. Stevens, RN, EdD, FAAN
Professor and Director
Academic Center for Evidence-Based Nursing
Email: acestar@uthscsa.edu
Phone: (210) 567-1480

Academic Center for Evidence-Based Nursing and the School of Nursing
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

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Top 2 Poster Presentations

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Top 3 Poster Presentations

The Educators’ EBP Workshop®

Top 2 Poster Presentations

Links provided from Health Science Center pages to other websites do not constitute or imply and endorsement of those sites, their content, or products and services associated with those sites.

© 2008 UTHSCSA - School of Nursing Last updated: 6 November 2008 By: Web Admin

Summer Institute on Evidence-Based Practice
"2008 Summer Institute Winner's List "
Copyright 2008

Links provided from Health Science Center pages to other
websites do not constitute or imply and endorsement of those sites,
their content, or products and services associated with those sites.

© 2008 UTHSCSA - School of Nursing
Last updated: 6 November 2008
By: Web Admin