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Coleen Saylor

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PubMed2004

The circle of health: a health definition model.

Beginning with a holistic definition in ancient times, the predominant American definition of health now focuses on physical health and disease symptoms. This limited definition of health is an inadequate foundation for holistic health care strategies. This article provides a conceptual model with an expanded definition of health as a basis for holistic and conventional health strategies. The model includes concepts of balance, energy systems, and mind-body integration from non-Western health practices. A holistic definition of health suggests an expanded range of positive, pleasurable health behaviors. The visual representation of the model can be used by health care professionals and clients to identify disease reduction strategies or a health improvement program for well individuals. Understanding and expanding the conceptualization of health and health improvement strategies offers the possibility of improving client satisfaction and health status outcomes.

Attitude to Health↗
PubMed2002

Nursing school curricula and hospital-based training programs.

Perioperative nursing is at the threshold of an unprecedented shortage that may affect the profession for years to come as the existing workforce ages and nursing schools continue to marginalize perioperative curricula. The purpose of this study is to investigate perioperative staffing issues, preceptorship training programs, and nursing school curricula in the metropolitan area surrounding the city of San Jose, Calif. Results show that 77% of the ORs surveyed had vacant positions and experienced moderate to severe difficulty in filling these vacancies. Results for the schools of nursing show that 83% do not offer preceptorships or clinical internships in the perioperative setting. Recommendations regarding the development of professional, community, and academic partnerships to help address the perioperative nursing shortage are presented.

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Staff nurse perceptions of the work environment: a comparison among ethnic backgrounds.

This study examined the relationship among ethnicity and perceptions of the work environment among staff nurses in a large urban hospital in Northern California. Moos' Work Environment Scale, System Maintenance and Change Dimensions, was used to investigate staff nurse perception of the work environment related to role clarity, managerial control, and innovation. Findings of this study suggest statistically significant differences in the way Caucasian and non-Caucasian nurses viewed the extent to which management used rules and pressures. The perception of control in the work environment is an important factor in retention and in maintaining a quality workplace.

Adult↗
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Work environmental factors and retention of nurses.

Perceptions of the work environment were studied among acute care nurses working in a large county hospital who left their units during an 18-month period, compared to those who stayed. Analysis using Moos' work environment subscales suggests that the nurses who remained in their units perceived less work pressure and had greater perception of peer cohesion, supervisor support, and autonomy than nurses who left. Moos' Work Environment Scale suggests that a supportive work environment enables nurses to provide quality patient care, enhance their own self-esteem, increase job satisfaction, and provide cost savings to their employers. Such an environment promotes retention of skilled, caring, knowledgeable, and experienced nurses who provide better patient care with fewer complications, and reduces the economic and social costs of healthcare for both providers and consumers.

Acute Disease↗
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Health redefined: a foundation for teaching nursing strategies.

SUMMARY: Current models of health are inadequate to meet nursing education and healthcare needs related to the growth in alternative health. Concepts of energy, holism, and balance expand the current health definition and provide conceptual understanding for mind-body and energy system strategies. As a result, nurses will increase alternatives for promoting health. Nurse educators have an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of this trend by providing a broader, more holistic definition of health.

Complementary Therapies↗
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Public health nurse interventions for women in a dependency drug court.

There is an increasing number of children placed in foster care due to abuse and neglect. Parents of these children often have difficult drug abuse problems leading to the removal of their children. The cost of caring for these children is staggering, reaching an estimated $24 billion. One program in Northern California that has been created to assist parents is dependency drug court. This research utilized qualitative and quantitative data to identify the perceived needs of women who have graduated from this dependency drug court (n = 50) and what they think the public health nurse (PHN) could do to intervene in the difficult process of going through dependency drug court and reunifying with their children. Two main themes emerged from select interviews with former drug court recipients who were functioning as "mentor moms" (n = 4). Common barriers contributed to stress during recovery, and specific strategies promoted reunification and program success. Among strategies recommended by the mentor moms was a suggestion for PHNs to bridge the information gap through regular reports on the development and health of their children during the time they reside in foster care.

Adolescent↗
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Academic performance of nursing students: do prerequisite grades and tutoring make a difference?

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship of prerequisite science course performance and tutoring services with academic performance of first semester nursing students. Quantitative data were gathered from student records after a semester in which tutoring services were offered. The convenience sample consisted of 37 students enrolled in first semester nursing courses. Influence on academic performance was determined by comparing the academic performance of two groups, students who attended four or fewer tutorial sessions and students who attended five or more tutorial sessions. Previous academic performance was shown to have a statistically significant relationship with first semester nursing school performance. Recommendations for nursing faculty are offered.

Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate↗