Thanh Cubria, Emerson B Nairon, Jami Landers, Sonia Joseph, Mishu Chandra, Maria E Denbow, Ryan Hays, DaiWai M Olson
{"title":"Implementation of a Novel Seizure Assessment Tool for Unified Seizure Evaluation Improves Nurse Response.","authors":"Thanh Cubria, Emerson B Nairon, Jami Landers, Sonia Joseph, Mishu Chandra, Maria E Denbow, Ryan Hays, DaiWai M Olson","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000784","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000784","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>BACKGROUND: Ictal and postictal testing is an essential aspect of clinical care when diagnosing and treating seizures. The epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) has standard operating procedures for nursing care during and after seizure events, but there is limited interrater reliability. Streamlining ictal and postictal testing processes may enhance care consistency for patients in the EMU unit. The purpose of this study was to create an ictal and postictal seizure assessment tool that would increase the consistency of nursing assessment for EMU patients. METHODS: This prospective study had 4 phases: baseline assessment, instrument development, staff education, and field testing. During baseline assessment, an advanced practice provider and an epilepsy fellow graded nurse ictal and postictal assessment via survey questions. After instrument development, education, and implementation, the same survey was administered to determine if nursing consistency in assessing seizure events improved. The tool used in this study was created by a team of clinical experts to ensure consistency in the assessment of seizure patients. RESULTS: A total of 58 first seizure events were collected over a 6-month intervention period; 27 in the pretest and 31 in the posttest. Paired t test analyses revealed significant improvement in the clinical testing domains of verbal language function ( P < .005), motor function ( P < .0005), and item assessment order ( P < .005) postintervention. There was nonsignificant improvement in the domains of responsiveness (feeling [ P = .597], using a code word [ P = .093]) and visual language function ( P = .602). CONCLUSION: The data captured in this study support the need for this instrument. There is strong need to increase consistency in assessing seizure events and to promote continued collaboration among clinical teams to enhance care to EMU patients. Validation of this instrument will further improve team collaboration by allowing nurses to contribute to their fullest extent.</p>","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":"245-249"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142134879","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Fiona S Smith, Meagan Whisenant, Constance M Johnson, Jason Burnett, Sean I Savitz, Jennifer E S Beauchamp
{"title":"Development of an Acute Stroke Care Seeking Framework.","authors":"Fiona S Smith, Meagan Whisenant, Constance M Johnson, Jason Burnett, Sean I Savitz, Jennifer E S Beauchamp","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000782","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000782","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>BACKGROUND: A multitude of variables influence an individual's decision to seek care in emergency situations. By recognizing these variables and their impact on the timeline of an individual seeking care for a stroke, nurses have an opportunity to positively affect the outcomes of stroke within the community. The purpose of this narrative review was to develop a research framework describing the variables involved in care seeking during an acute stroke. METHODS: Using a theory synthesis methodology that included variable identification and the establishment of relationships between variables based on existing literature, a framework describing variables relevant to acute stroke care seeking behavior was developed. RESULTS: Fourteen recently published studies reported significant variables related to seeking emergency medical care during the hyperacute phase of a stroke. Eight variables were identified and characterized as either promoters or distractors. Promoters led an individual to seek acute stroke care earlier, such as perceived symptom severity, stroke knowledge, and the presence of others. Distractors led an individual to delay seeking acute stroke care and resulted in later hospital arrival times, such as a lack of social network or resources, comorbid conditions, and incongruity with the local health system. CONCLUSION: Although individual decision making is exceedingly complex and varies by individual and situation, the developed acute stroke care seeking framework may provide a basis on which to develop stroke awareness programs and interventions targeted at individuals at risk for delayed acute stroke care.</p>","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":"250-255"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141918470","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Examining the Effect of Peppermint Oil on Postoperative Nausea After Cervical Surgery.","authors":"Nurdan Cetin, Gulsah Kose, Aykut Gokbel","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000790","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000790","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of peppermint oil aromatherapy on postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and hemodynamic parameters in patients undergoing single-level cervical surgery. METHODS: This prospective randomized controlled study consisted of 76 single-level cervical surgery patients admitted to the neurosurgery department between March 2021 and November 2022. The patients were randomized into 2 groups: the intervention group received peppermint oil aromatherapy through inhalation, whereas the control group received routine clinical treatment. Both groups were observed for the presence and severity of PONV, the use of antiemetics, and hemodynamic parameters at minute 5, 35, 65, and 95, and at hour 2, 6, 12, and 24 after surgery. RESULTS: In the control group, 18 (47.8%) patients experienced nausea, 11 (28.9%) experienced vomiting, and 7 (18.4%) used antiemetics. In contrast, the intervention group included only 2 (5.3%) patients who experienced nausea, and none of those patients experienced vomiting or used antiemetics. It was determined that peppermint oil had a 40% effect on reducing PONV, 34% effect on reducing postoperative antiemetic use, and 75% effect on reducing severity of nausea. Hemodynamic parameters did not differ significantly between the 2 groups. The systolic blood pressure of the control group was significantly greater than that of the intervention group only at minute 95 and at hour 24 after surgery. CONCLUSIONS: The results suggest that the use of peppermint oil aromatherapy can have a positive effect on reducing the presence and severity of PONV and the need for antiemetic medication in patients undergoing single-level cervical surgery.</p>","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":"203-208"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142515681","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"RÁPIDO Is a Step in the Right Direction.","authors":"Sarah M Ortenzo, Anita Fetzick","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000789","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000789","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":"195"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142038140","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Family Caregivers' Experiences of People With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Undergoing Gastrostomy Tube Feeding.","authors":"Hyeon Sik Chu, Juyeon Oh","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000792","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000792","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>INTRODUCTION: In amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients with impaired swallowing function, gastrostomy tube (G-tube) placement is recommended, but significantly increases the caregiving burden on families. This study aimed to describe the experiences of family caregivers of patients with ALS receiving home enteral nutrition through a G-tube. METHOD: Using purposive sampling, 8 family caregivers participated in the study. Data collection was conducted between February 2021 and October 2022 at a university hospital in Seoul, Korea. Semistructured face-to-face interviews were used to collect data until saturation. Data were analyzed using Krippendorff's content analysis approach. RESULTS: Qualitative analysis of the data revealed 3 main themes regarding caregiving. The emerging themes included psychological distress, unmet practical needs, and the struggle to provide care. CONCLUSION: After a G-tube placement, family caregivers experience various emotional stresses and have numerous unmet practical needs. Healthcare professionals caring for people with ALS receiving enteral nutrition should provide a tailored support program that addresses the specific needs of these family caregivers.</p>","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":"224-228"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142134878","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kayla Wynja, Anne W Alexandrov, Mona Newsome Wicks, Ansley Grimes Stanfill
{"title":"Measures and Influencers of Reintegration for the Stroke Patient: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Kayla Wynja, Anne W Alexandrov, Mona Newsome Wicks, Ansley Grimes Stanfill","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000783","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000783","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>BACKGROUND: Stroke survivors may experience continued difficulties with reintegration, including challenges participating in social roles and performing activities of daily living across settings (eg, home, work). This article assessed the reintegration measures currently used in this clinical population, defining factors that most influence reintegration for these persons. METHODS: A systematic review of PubMed, Scopus, and the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature databases explored reintegration measures and factors influencing reintegration in stroke populations. Study inclusion criteria for this review were as follows: data-based articles (quantitative and qualitative), studies measuring reintegration or examining outcomes of reintegration, participants being adult stroke populations, and studies published in English. The resulting articles were critically analyzed, and common themes regarding barriers, facilitators, and influencers of reintegration were established. RESULTS: A total of 24 articles met the inclusion criteria and were synthesized for use in this systematic review. Across stroke populations, 13 reintegration tools were used. A few factors, including residual stroke impairments, unmet needs, social support, and sociodemographic characteristics, are currently known to influence reintegration for this population. CONCLUSION: Reintegration must be uniformly defined and measured to best support stroke survivors, and further investigation into influential factors is critical to advance this goal. This review defines current assessments and factors influencing reintegration within stroke populations. Achieving these goals is critical to optimizing reintegration efforts and designing quality-of-life-improving nursing interventions for affected persons.</p>","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":"196-202"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142038138","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Nursing Lens Contribution to Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Neurocritical Care.","authors":"DaiWai M Olson","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000797","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000797","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":"193-194"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142484781","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Linda L Pierce, Julie L Smith, Scott W Pierce, Edna R Smith
{"title":"Empowered Family-Centered Care: Our Story.","authors":"Linda L Pierce, Julie L Smith, Scott W Pierce, Edna R Smith","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000800","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000800","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142607876","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clinical Effectiveness of Multimodal Exercise Combined With Supportive Music and Imagery in the Management of Poststroke Mood Disorders.","authors":"Yu-Cui Mao, Hui-Hua Li, Sheng Tao, Wei-Wei Zhang, Liu-Hong Zhang, De-Qin Geng, Neng Ren, Li-Yan Gao","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000798","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000798","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>BACKGROUND: The objective of this study is to investigate the clinical effectiveness of the combination of multimodal exercise (MME) with supportive music and imagery in the management of poststroke mood disorders (PSMD). METHODS: A total of 200 PSMD patients treated in the neurology department of a tertiary hospital in Jiangsu Province were enrolled. They were assigned to either a control group or the observation group using a random number table at a 1:1 ratio, with 100 patients in each group. The control group received conventional nursing care, and the observation group received both MME and music and imagery in addition to the conventional nursing interventions. The scores of the 10-item Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), and Well-being Index Scale (WBIS) were recorded before and 3, 6, and 9 months after the interventions and compared between the 2 groups. RESULTS: Changes in K10, HADS, and WBIS scores significantly differed between the 2 groups after interventions (all P < .05) and among different time points (all P < .05). There were interactions between the time points of the K10, HADS, and WBIS assessments and the intervention methods in both groups ( P < .05). The improvements in anxiety or depression and psychological distress in the observation group were significantly superior to those in the control group. CONCLUSION: MME combined with music and imagery can effectively improve anxiety and depression, reduce symptoms of psychological distress, and improve well-being in PSMD patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142607874","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Caitlin Palmisano, Madelyn O'Neal, Mary Ann Bautista, Carol A O'Neil, Suzanna Fitzpatrick
{"title":"Assessing Adherence to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Screening in Young Stroke Survivors.","authors":"Caitlin Palmisano, Madelyn O'Neal, Mary Ann Bautista, Carol A O'Neil, Suzanna Fitzpatrick","doi":"10.1097/JNN.0000000000000808","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JNN.0000000000000808","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Abstract: </strong>Background: Over 795 000 US people per year experience a stroke, and 10% are younger than 50 years. After a stroke, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects 10% to 30% of those patients and may compromise a survivor's secondary prevention compliance. At an inner-city clinic in Maryland where up to 300 young adult stroke survivors are followed, zero patients were screened for PTSD. A quality improvement project was implemented to screen for PTSD in a young adult stroke survivor clinic and to provide them with psychotherapy referrals and follow-up. Methods: Over 15 weeks in the fall of 2023, all patients presenting to the young adult stroke survivor clinic were screened for PTSD using the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist-5 validated screening tool. Providers and medical staff were all educated on the tool before implementation. Results: During the 15-week implementation period, 72 patients presented to the clinic. Posttraumatic stress disorder screening was completed for 88.9% (64/72). Of those, 32.8% (21/64) completed the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist-5 via the electronic health record, and 67.2% (43/64) completed it by in-person screening. Of the 64 patients screened, 12 patients screened positive for PTSD (18.8%, 12/64). Among those screening positive, 75% (9/12) were given a referral for psychotherapy. Conclusions: Literature reports that PTSD compromises stroke survivors' ability to optimize their health after a stroke. Screening identifies those experiencing symptoms of PTSD, providing an opportunity for referral and treatment. Results show that routine care of young stroke survivors can effectively include screening for PTSD.</p>","PeriodicalId":94240,"journal":{"name":"The Journal of neuroscience nursing : journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142741738","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}