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Publication THE EFFECTS OF CHEST PHYSIOTHERAPY AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ON EXERCISE TOLERANCE IN CHILDREN WITH CYSTIC FIBROSIS(2025-04-17) Barton, Breanne; Bedi, SarahCystic fibrosis (CF) affects the daily life of children drastically through the types of treatment they have to complete each day. Many children complete chest physiotherapy (CPT) as their primary form of treatment for this disease. Other children will also complete cough/deep breathing exercise or different forms of physical activity. This study looks at whether exercise tolerance in the pediatric CF population can be increased when they take part in CPT and aerobic exercises combined versus CPT alone. This study found that exercise tolerance did not increase significantly when aerobic exercises were added to the treatment regimen. Although exercise tolerance was not improved, other aspects did such as overall wellbeing, increasing sputum clearance, improved oxygen saturation, and motivation. Researchers also found that children enrolled in a monitored exercise program which helped to instill accountability and motivation in pediatric CF clients. Many different aspects of CF children's lives can be improved through a monitored exercise program, but should not be the primary treatment for this population.Publication THE EFFECT OF THE JADA DEVICE ON POSTPARTUM HEMORRHAGE IN THE FIRST 24 HOURS(2025-04-17) Dow, Hazel; Bedi, SarahPostpartum hemorrhage (PPH), an extreme loss of blood after birth, is the leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide. 80% of the time, this is due to uterine atony. The uterus is tired after birth and remains completely relaxed. A woman experiencing PPH can bleed out and die in minutes. In the past, controlling a PPH took hours utilizing traditional uterotonic medications and balloon-tamponade devices. Women frequently lost their uterus and were left with lifelong reproductive issues. However, now, we can solve this problem in as little as three minutes with the Jada Device. The Jada device was created in 2011 and FDA approved in 2020. It is a vacuum-tamponade device. It is inserted into the atonic uterus and suctions it, forcing it to clamp down and stopping the hemorrhage. A balloon-tamponade device is simply inflated and puts pressure on the walls of the uterus. The Jada device, however, treats the cause of the hemorrhage (uterine atony) instead of simply masking it, as the balloon device does. Right now, the Jada device is in 2,000 hospitals nationwide. However, there are over 6,000 in the nation total, not to mention the rest of the world. The risk for fatal PPH skyrockets in underdeveloped countries. This device needs to be put into every hospital in every country in the world. The Jada device is the solution for PPH when traditional uterotonics have failed. A balloon tamponade system is 87% effective, while the Jada system boasts 94% efficacy. Other options are surgical intervention, which is risky and likely not available in underdeveloped countries and rural areas. The Jada device can be used anywhere and by almost anyone.Publication RACIALLY CONCORDANT CARE IN THE TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION IN AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN(2023-04-20) Nyambo, Leslie; Bedi, SarahPostpartum depression (PPD) is part of the postpartum mood disorders experienced by women during the postpartum stage. It is characterized by feelings of extreme sadness, depressed mood, and loss of interest in formerly liked activities (Liu et al., 2015). Postpartum depression (PPD) is an ongoing issue notably for African American women. Ethnic, cultural, physiological, and demographic factors all play a role in the high prevalence of PPD in African American women compared to Caucasian women. Racially concordant and culturally aware peripartum care is crucial in the prevention, and treatment of PPD among African American women. Racially concordant care is one that is provided by a healthcare provider of the same racial or ethnic background as the patient (Shen et al., 2019). Its preference among minority populations is vastly due to the evidence that it greatly reduces instances of racism and bias, and increases patient satisfaction (Shen et al., 2019). The review method of the research was done using the PICO question, “In African American women, what is the effect of racially concordant perinatal care on the prevention and treatment of postpartum depression compared with discordant care within the postpartum period?” Using CINAHL Ultimate database, research of relevant literature was conducted using the following key terms: African American women, racially concordant care, and postpartum depression. Evidence-based practices such as racially concordant care and culturally-aware practices are important and should be implemented in nursing education as part of lowering health disparities. While racially concordant care for every African American mother might not be feasible, nurses that are informed and able to provide culturally sensitive screenings and postpartum care are crucial in decreasing the prevalence of postpartum depression in African American women.Publication FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH CHRONIC PAIN, WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF EFFECTIVE EMOTIONAL REGULATION COMPARED TO INEFFECTIVE REGULATION?(2025-04-17) Usher, Alexis; Bedi, SarahChronic pain is a debilitating issue that oftentimes leads to negative emotional regulation strategies that affect the psychological state of the person with chronic pain. The consequences of this type of pain extend more than just physical pain and limitations. Chronic pain can lead to psychological issues such as anxiety and depression. There is also an economic impact including loss of workdays and healthcare bills. The clinical issue in this study is the impact of emotional regulation on chronic pain and chronic pain management. Emotional regulation focuses on managing the emotional state and how to manage and change the negative emotional regulation that can lead to an increase in pain and negative coping strategies. The study focuses on whether emotional regulation can reduce pain perception and improve coping compared to ineffective regulation. The usefulness of evidence-based practice (EBP) in nursing is seen in this study as it promotes the use of research findings and their application in the clinical setting. The research in this study suggests that non-pharmacological interventions, such as emotional regulation strategies (mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy), can help to reduce pain intensity and improve the psychological state of patients with chronic pain. When in the clinical setting strategies that can be implemented right away can be deep breathing, practicing mindfulness meditation, and what cognitive therapy would look like. This intervention can be put in place during the education on pain management or when a patient is experiencing severe pain.Publication CORRELATION BETWEEN SOCIAL MEDIA AND MENTAL HEALTH IN ADOLESCENTS(2026-04-16) Tillotson, Faith; Bedi, SarahIn adolescents, how does limiting social media use or not using it at all, compared with using social media often, affect symptoms of anxiety and depression over 6-12 months? A search was conducted using CINAHL and PsycINFO through the Husson University Library database. For the searches, the keywords used were social media, mental health, and adolescents. Along with this, filters were added for peer-reviewed, full-text, and published within the past 10 years. Social media among adolescents is a growing public health concern. There has been a concerning association between the increase in anxiety and depression symptoms. Evidence from the studies reviewed shows the correlation between excessive or addictive social media use and mental health challenges. These mental health challenges include mood disturbances, sleep disturbances, and self-diagnosed anxiety and depression. The research reviewed suggests that the quality and addictive patterns of social media use, rather than just the duration, are essential factors that play a role in the mental health of adolescents. Limiting social media usage or addressing addictive patterns early on may reduce these mental health risks in adolescents. The data support evidence-based nursing practice by emphasizing the importance of routine psychosocial screenings. These screenings would include social media habits, sleep patterns, and self-reported mental health symptoms. Nurses could play a key role in reducing the effects of social media on mental health. Educating families, setting realistic boundaries, and referring adolescents to resources for mental health can prevent or decrease anxiety and depression symptoms. Implementing routine screening for social media use and mental health symptoms during adolescents' yearly physicals or school nurse visits to educate and identify adolescents who may be at risk of developing mental health concerns due to their social media usage. The next step would be to conduct longitudinal research to evaluate how these interventions can impact symptoms of anxiety and depression in adolescents over a period of time to provide more substantial evidence for clinical guidelines and education development.Publication EXPLORING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GENETIC VULNERABILITY AND ADDICITION IN DRUG-INDUCED PSYCHOSIS(2026-04-16) Martinez, Sophia; Bedi, SarahThe primary question of this study is whether a family history of psychosis and an increased risk for an individual who struggles with addiction to experience drug-induced psychosis? The study aims to identify what drug-induced psychosis is and how it differs from other variations of psychosis, while exploring underlying factors. The overall research is a literature review of three separate sources with a patient sampling ranging from 48-148 individuals. The first study discovered there are risk factors, such as drug use, that can increase and individual’s likelihood of developing this disease. While the second study focuses on a family history of psychosis and substance abuse, both separated and combined in individuals, to identify id one influences the other. The final study was a comparison of individuals who had primary psychosis with comorbid drug abuse and drug-induced psychosis: Diagnostic and clinical evolution at follow-up. The study revealed that overall, both groups showed similar diagnosis stability over time. There was no evidence that symptoms in drug-induced psychosis groups improved more after stopping substance abuse. Collectively, the evidence suggests that a family history of psychosis and a history of substance abuse are independent factors. Indicating a family history does not directly influence the likelihood of developing drug-induced psychosis if the individual is struggling with addiction. While these factors may not directly influence each other, both of them can increase the risk of the individual experiencing drug-induced psychosis.Publication EFFECTIVE NON-PHARMACOLOGICAL PAIN MANAGEMENT IN PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE UNIT PAITENTS(2026-04-16) Rizzo, Addison; Bedi, SarahEffective pain management in pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) patients is a critical nursing responsibility. When pain is not properly managed, it can lead to negative physical and psychological outcomes, including increased blood pressure, weakened immune function, delayed healing, and prolonged recovery. Pain also affects a child’s emotional well-being, sleep quality, and behavior, which may extend hospital stays. Because children in the PICU often have limited ability to communicate their pain, fear, and frustration, it can heighten their emotional distress. Hospitalization and unfamiliar procedures can be overwhelming, making individualized pain management strategies essential. This evidence-based practice review explores how non-pharmacological pain management strategies, such as distraction techniques, compare to pharmacological interventions in reducing pain and anxiety among pediatric ICU patients. The clinical question guiding this review asks: In pediatric ICU patients, how do non-pharmacological pain management measures, such as distraction techniques, compared to pharmacological measures, affect pain reduction and the need for medications during the ICU stay? Evidence for this review was gathered from the CINAHL, PubMed, and Cochrane Library databases using key terms including non-pharmacological interventions, distraction techniques, pediatric intensive care unit, and pain management. Research demonstrates that non-pharmacological strategies such as music therapy, audiobooks, and hand massage can significantly reduce pain and fear in pediatric patients. These approaches provide comfort, decrease anxiety, and address children’s developmental and emotional needs during hospitalization (Akay et al., 2024b). While pharmacological interventions remain important for managing pain and supporting recovery, they carry risks such as respiratory depression and oversedation. Integrating non-pharmacological methods alongside medication can reduce these risks while improving patient comfort and overall outcomes (Alemdar et al., 2023d). Expanding nurse training and incorporating these strategies into care plans may enhance pediatric pain management and create a safer, more supportive environment for children and their families.