Applied Nursing Research RSS feed: Current Issue. Applied Nursing Research presents original, peer-reviewed research findings clearly and directly for clinical applications in all nursing specialties. Regular features include "Ask the Experts," research briefs, clinical methods, book reviews, news and announcements, and an editorial section. Applied Nursing Research covers such areas as pain management, patient education, discharge planning, nursing diagnosis, job stress in nursing, nursing influence on length of hospital stay, and nurse/physician collaboration. The Journal is listed in PubMed/MEDLINE, CINAHL and the Journal Citation Reports published by Thomson Reuters. http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/?rss=yesElsevier Inc.en © 2012 Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Applied Nursing Research0897-1897252May 2012 © 2012 Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. healthpermissions@elsevier.comhttp://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189712000067/abstract?rss=yesEditorial Board10.1016/S0897-1897(12)00006-7Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2012-05-01Applied Nursing Research2012-05-01252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XIFCIFChttp://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS089718971200002X/abstract?rss=yesConcept building is a process that provides a rigorous structure for moving beyond traditional concept analysis as the starting point for the research endeavor. For the past 8 years, we have used this concept-building process to guide PhD students. The process offers a logical and creative approach that brings depth and meaning to the beginning phase of conceptualizing a phenomenon for research.Concept building: Applying rigor to conceptualize phenomena for nursing researchMary Jane Smith, Patricia R. Liehr10.1016/j.apnr.2012.01.001Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2012-05-01Applied Nursing Research2012-05-01252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XGuest Editorial6567http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189710000583/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Eliminating falls and fall-associated injuries are priorities in health care. This study examined the impact of revised fall prevention interventions on psychiatric and medical patient falls. After policy revisions were well established, psychiatric falls diminished and medical falls increased. A contributing factor to the medical population finding was policy intervention noncompliance.Acute care patient falls: evaluation of a revised fall prevention program following comparative analysis of psychiatric and medical patient fallsKimberly M. Yates, Rebecca Creech Tart10.1016/j.apnr.2010.06.003Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-08-05Applied Nursing Research2010-08-05252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XOriginal Articles6874http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189710000716/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Experienced bedside nurses identified 14 nursing diagnoses, 78 interventions, and 76 health outcomes for hospitalized persons with diabetes. Using these terms, the nursing department revised the standards of care and the electronic health record. Nurses' engagement in generating knowledge translated to increased interest in research. This methodology is recommended for other agencies.Participant action research with bedside nurses to identify NANDA-International, Nursing Interventions Classification, and Nursing Outcomes Classification categories for hospitalized persons with diabetesCrista Minthorn, Margaret Lunney10.1016/j.apnr.2010.08.001Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-10-28Applied Nursing Research2010-10-28252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XOriginal Articles7580http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189710000728/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Purpose: The aim of this study was to explore a novel approach toward investigating violence in adolescent dating relationships by administering a reflective survey to female college students.Research Hypothesis: Results from the Danger Assessment (DA) tool and the Abuse Assessment Screen (AAS) will be highly correlated with concepts from the Theory of Female Adolescents' Safety as Determined by the Dynamics of the Circle (TFASDC).Design: A descriptive cross-sectional survey of 188 female college students was conducted.Setting: This study was carried out in a Northeastern academic university and health center.Main Research Variables and Measurement: Main research variables and measurement included the AAS, the DA, and concepts from the TFASDC.Findings: One in three participants reported dating violence on the DA; and one in five, on the AAS. Nine percent of the sample reported forced sex on the DA. Concepts from the TFASDC correlated to dating violence include the following: low scores on group belonging, increased number of sex and/or dating partners, dating an older boy, and time in relationship.Conclusion: The TFASDC holds promise for use as both a risk- and a strength-based assessment in teenagers, with the ultimate goal of fostering the development of healthy relationships.Exploration of a methodology aimed at exploring the characteristics of teenage dating violence and preliminary findingsSharyl Eve Toscano10.1016/j.apnr.2010.08.002Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-10-28Applied Nursing Research2010-10-28252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XOriginal Articles8188http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189710000376/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Background: Pain management science results are derived from research conducted using medical record.Approach: This article describes methodological issues arising from abstracting pain management documentation (PMD) from the electronic medical record in three hospitals. After approval, PMD data were collected from the patient's history and physical, discharge summary, operative care notes, computerized nursing flow sheets, progress notes, and medication records.Results: Each acute care facility required a different approach to abstract data. Inconsistent documentation in pain management assessments, interventions, and reassessments were identified across hospitals.Discussion: Inconsistencies pose measurement threats and hinder benchmarking efforts. Work to standardize PMD across propriety computer systems is warranted.Abstracting pain management documentation from the electronic medical record: comparison of three hospitalsJoanne G. Samuels10.1016/j.apnr.2010.05.001Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-06-30Applied Nursing Research2010-06-30252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XClinical Methods8994http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189710000595/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: The mandate for interdisciplinary health research is clear, but barriers persist and researchers are unprepared for collaborative roles. This article explores strengths/challenges/facilitative approaches for interdisciplinary research. Teen Eating and Activity Mentoring in Schools, an example of interdisciplinary research, uses comprehensive communication and information management to enhance interdisciplinary research.Interdisciplinary health science research collaboration: strengths, challenges, and case exampleRuth C. Bindler, Barbara Richardson, Kenneth Daratha, Douglas Wordell, For the TEAMS Project (Teen Eating and Activity Mentoring in Schools)10.1016/j.apnr.2010.06.004Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-08-18Applied Nursing Research2010-08-18252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XClinical Methods95100http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS089718971000008X/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: The purpose of this article was to describe recruitment and retention of vulnerable hematopoietic cell transplant patients participating in a longitudinal intervention study. Utilizing Swanson's theory of caring model, nurse researchers facilitated patients' visualization of how study participation could enable them to share their experience and further clinical insights.Challenges and strategies for recruitment and retention of vulnerable research participants: Promoting the benefits of participationRobin Gemmill, Anna Cathy Williams, Liz Cooke, Marcia Grant10.1016/j.apnr.2010.02.003Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-04-12Applied Nursing Research2010-04-12252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XClinical Methods101107http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189710000091/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: Data obtained from the patient medical record are often a component of clinical research led by nurse investigators. The rigor of the data collection methods correlates to the reliability of the data and, ultimately, the analytical outcome of the study. Research strategies for reliable data collection from the patient medical record include the development of a precise data collection tool, the use of a coding manual, and ongoing communication with research staff.Research strategies that result in optimal data collection from the patient medical recordKatherine E. Gregory, Lucy Radovinsky10.1016/j.apnr.2010.02.004Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-04-12Applied Nursing Research2010-04-12252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XClinical Methods108116http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189710000911/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: This study examined the relationships among external counterpulsation (a noninvasive treatment for angina), cardiac output, functional limitations, and quality of life. Patients significantly improved their distance walked from the beginning to the end of the external counterpulsation program yet did not perceive differences in angina or quality of life.A pilot study to examine relationships among external counterpulsation, cardiac output, functional capacity, and quality of lifeLinda Creadon Shanks10.1016/j.apnr.2010.09.002Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-12-30Applied Nursing Research2010-12-30252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XResearch Briefs117122http://www.appliednursingresearch.org/article/PIIS0897189710000364/abstract?rss=yesAbstract: The Tiredness Management Guide (TMG), developed by N. W. Troy and P. Dialgas-Pelish (1995), consists of 59 interventions that may be helpful in decreasing maternal fatigue in the postpartum period. The purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate which interventions mothers perceived as most helpful and thus reduce the length of the TMG and update its relevance. A convenience sample of 30 Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC) participants between the ages of 18 and 35 years completed a demographic tool and the TMG. The 25 most helpful interventions can be placed into the following broad categories: rest and relaxation, time management, rearranging usual activities, relief/prevention of hemorrhoids/constipation, signs of infection, and emotional support.Evaluation of the Tiredness Management Guide: a pilot studyMegan Shepard Varcho, Pamela D. Hill, MaryAnn Anderson10.1016/j.apnr.2010.04.002Applied Nursing Research 25, 2 (2012)2010-06-30Applied Nursing Research2010-06-30252S0897-1897(11)X0006-XResearch Briefs123128