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Thesis/Dissertation Information
- Degree Disciplines:
- Nursing
Notes
- Abstract:
- Background: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2012) reported that coronary heart disease was the leading cause of death in the United States. Only 27% of women could identify the symptoms of a heart attack (CDC, 2012). Women on average take an additional two to four hours to seek medical intervention compared to their male counterparts (CDC, 2012). Purpose: The purpose of this project was to implement an educational intervention to increase awareness of atypical signs and symptoms and the course of action that should be undertaken upon identification of a myocardial event in older women. Theoretical Framework: Hildegard Peplau’s interpersonal model was the selected theoretical framework utilized in this project investigation. Methods: The overall project design utilized an education using the steps of Peplau’s interpersonal relations theory followed by a post-intervention survey adapted from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) survey (CDC, 2011). Results: The educational intervention evaluations indicated 87.5% of the participants were able to identify the atypical symptom presentation during a heart attack. In addition, 100% of the participants were able to correctly identify that upon recognition of symptoms, they should call 911. Conclusions: The study revealed that the selection of a question and answer style education for older women was an effective means to convey critical knowledge regarding symptoms of a myocardial infarction. The education incorporated atypical presentation of a heart attack and the entire group reported that they acknowledged that seeking medical intervention immediately was critical to long-term survival.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (DNP)--Barry University, 2014.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 67-72).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Shannon Smith. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- RC685.I6 S65 2014_SmithShannon ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- RC685.I6 S65 2014 ( lcc )
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