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Submissions from 2025

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Enhancing Pediatric Nurses’ Education Delivery on Fever Management: A Quality Improvement Project, Eileen Bermudez

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Improving Insulin Resistance Management in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): A Lifestyle Medicine Approach, KATHLEEN BUCARITO and Deana Goldin

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Evaluating the Impact of Targeted Education and Counseling on HPV and HPV Vaccine Among Women Aged 27–45, Sara Cabeza and Latisha Barfield

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The Efficacy of GAD-7 in Diagnosing Anxiety and Identifying Psychosomatic Symptoms in Primary Care, Dianez Canto and Dianez Canto

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Enhancing the Adult ADHD Diagnosis: Developing a Best Practice Protocol for the Psychiatric Outpatient Setting, Isis Cendan

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Enhancing Medication Adherence for Class II Medications Aligned with the Joint Commission Standards to Improve Patient Outcomes: A Quality Improvement Project, Rosanne Charles

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Incorporating Micro-Mindfulness in Pediatric Urgent Care: A Quality Improvement Project, Kristen Cordero and Deana Goldin

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Evaluating and Educating Bedside Nurses on the Utilization and Interpretation of Appropriate Pain Assessment Tools for Postoperative Pediatric Neurosurgical Patients: A Quality Improvement Project, Veronica G. Cordoba

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Reducing Nurse Burnout Through Guided Meditation: A Quality Improvement Project, Alexis M. Delgado

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Increasing Provider Awareness of the Relationship Between ASD and GI Conditions by Implementing an Educational Intervention: A Quality Improvement Project, Melissa Fundora APRN, MSN, FNP-BC; Rosa Roche PhD, APRN, PPCNP-BC; and Jean-Pierrot Orelus DNP, APRN, FNP-BC

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Optimizing Blood Draw Practices and Nurse-Driven Vancomycin Trough-Level Monitoring to Enhance Patient Outcomes in the Intensive Care Unit: A Quality Improvement Initiative, tajae harris townsend and victor delgado

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Improving Diabetes Knowledge and Self-Management Confidence Through Structured CGM Education Among Pregnant Women with Gestational Diabetes: A Quality Improvement Project, Ana Isabel Hevia

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Implementing a Standardized Protocol in Primary Care to Improve Depression Screening and Management in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Quality Improvement, Macrina Lisbey

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Educating Staff To Empower Parental Involvement While Visiting NICU Through The SENSE Program: A Quality Improvement Project, Farah Mandani

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Educating Staff To Empower Parental Involvement While Visiting NICU Through The SENSE Program: A Quality Improvement Project, Farah Mandani

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An Educational Intervention to Increase Providers Knowledge in Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS) Screening for Patients Taking Antipsychotic Medication, Elsa McDaniel

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Enhancing Advanced Practice Providers’ Knowledge of Wound Care Protocol Through a Computer-Based Educational Intervention: A Quality Improvement Initiative Using Kotter’s Change Model, Alexandre Faissol Mendes

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A Quality Improvement Project to Mitigate Menopausal Weight Gain in Primary Care, Katherine V. Mendez-Martinez and Deana Goldin

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Empowering Parents/Caregivers: Enhancing Antibiotic Stewardship in Pediatric Primary Care Through Education- A Quality Improvement Project, Michelle Mendez

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Improving Trauma Identification and Treatment Recommendation through Trauma Screening: A Quality Improvement Project, Lizbeth Perez

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Enhancing Patient Outcomes through the Integration of the Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Questionnaire in Initial Patient Assessments: A Quality Improvement Project, Amber Petras

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Enhancing Warfarin Therapy Knowledge and Health Outcomes in the Elderly Hispanic Population: A Quality Improvement Project, Janet Quintana and Latisha Barfield

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Continuous Glucose Monitoring Usage in Rural Primary Care: A Quality Improvement Project, Nicole M. Rodriguez, FNP-BC and Michael Sanchez, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP

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Advocating for Change: Strengening Antenatal Depression Management in Practice, Jienne Marie Torres

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Implementing a QTc Prolongation Risk Assessment Template for ECG Monitoring in Patients on Psychotropic Medication: A Quality Improvement Project, Alexis Sheree Williams, Dr. Antonella Grana, Dr. Craig Jordan Jr., and Dr. Michael Sanchez

Submissions from 2024

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CRAFFTing Change: A Quality Improvement Project to Enhance Knowledge and Confidence Assessing Substance Use in Adolescents

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Suicide Prevention and Screening Using the Suicide Risk Screening Tool Developed by National Institute of Mental Health in a Primary Care Clinic in Miami, Florida: A Quality Improvement Project

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An Educational Module on the Use of Dexmedetomidine as a TAP Block Adjuvant to Reduce Postoperative Pain and Opioid Prescribing for the Abdominal Surgical Patient: A Quality Improvement Project, Ali F. Adams, MSN, RN; Vicente Gonzalez, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Kiersten De La Vega, DNP, CRNA

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Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist-induced Delayed Gastric Emptying: An Educational Module, Lemya Alarab, Christina Vera, and Enrique Orta

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An Educational Intervention Regarding Headache Management to Increase the Knowledge of Emergency Department Providers in a Tertiary Care Facility – A Quality Improvement Project, Christopher Arocha

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Increasing Human Papillomavirus Vaccination Rates Among Adolescents ages 11-18 Through an Educational Intervention Program: A Quality Improvement Project, Nishka Lynn Baptiste

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The Anesthetic Implications for The Patient Who Vapes, Lindsey Hunter Bell, Charles Buscemi, and Karina Grubbs

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Improvement of Anesthesia Provider Knowledge on the Risks of Perioperative Forced Air Warming and Surgical Site infections: A Quality Improvement Project, Katherine Ross Black, MSN, RN and Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, ARNP, CNE, CHSE

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Improving Knowledge of Use of Dexmedetomidine and Dexamethasone on Pain Control for Patients with Adductor Canal Blocks Among Anesthesia Providers, Luis Blandon, Charles Buscemi, and Jordany Gattorno

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Empowering Primary Care Providers to Transform Pediatric Acne Care: A Quality Improvement Project, Claudia Char

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An Educational Module Explaining the Use of Norepinephrine to Treat Post-Spinal Anesthesia-Induced Hypotension in Parturient Undergoing Elective C-Sections: A Quality Improvement Project, Sadikie Clarke, Ann Miller, and Alex Salgado

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Prevention Protocol for Parturient Patients Undergoing Spinal Anesthesia for Cesarean Sections Utilizing Ondansetron, Atropine, and the Aroma of Alcohol, Alison Cook MSN, BSN, RN; Jorge Valdes DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA, FAAN; and Alexander Rodriguez-Diaz DNP, CRNA, APRN

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Catching Up the Kids: Implementation of an Educational Program for Pediatric Providers to Overcome Barriers to Immunization Amongst Immigrant Children, A Quality Improvement Project, Cristina Lopez Damas

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Improving Haitian Parent Knowledge in Detecting Signs of Autism and managing autism among Children: A Quality Improvement Project, Sherley Mardel David Gratia

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Improving Haitian Parent Knowledge in Detecting Signs of Autism and managing autism among Children: A Quality Improvement Project, Sherley Mardel David Gratia

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Increasing Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices for the Management of Perinatal Depression: An Educational Module Among Healthcare Providers, Isis de Armas

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Impact of intermittent fasting education program in an adult population: A community-based quality improvement project, Cecilia de Socarraz-Novoa

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Educational Intervention to Improve the Knowledge of Anesthesia Providers in the Use of Dexamethasone and Ketamine to Prevent Postoperative Sore Throat: A Quality Improvement Project, Luis Diaz Mendez

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Medical Assistants Competency Based Training Program on the Proper Blood Pressure Measurement Techniques: A Quality Improvement Project, Gretel D. Dominguez

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Motivational Enhancement Therapy as a Tool for Managing Cannabis Use in Adult Patients with Depression in a Psychiatric Outpatient Setting: A Quality Improvement Project, Roobenstein Ducrepin

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Educating Patients About Heart Failure to Improve Self-Care Behaviors: A Quality Improvement Project, Mathias Duru

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Implementation of Diabetes Self-Management Education to Improve Glycemic Control in Patients with Type II Diabetes: A Quality Improvement Project, Natacha Etienne and deborah Sherman

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Implementation of Diabetes Self-Management Education to Improve Glycemic Control in Patients with Type II Diabetes: A Quality Improvement Project, Natacha Etienne and Deborah Sherman

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Assessing Utilization and Outcomes of Pharmacogenomic Testing Among Children and Adolescents in Outpatient Psychiatric Treatment: A Quality Improvement Project, Rebecca Fleisher

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Does Needs Assessment Guided Education Improve Students' Knowledge on Portal Utilization for Assessing Health Care and Health Promotion? A Quality Improvement Project, C. Victoria Framil

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Optimizing Clinical Training for First-Year Nurse Anesthesia Residents by Comparison of Rapid Cycle Deliberate Training Versus Boot Camp Approach: A Quality Improvement Project, NImisha Anna Francis MSN, BSN, RN and Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, ARNP, CNE, CHSE

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Knowledge and Skills for the Maintenance of Confidentiality and Autonomy in the Care of Young Adults and Their Parents: A Quality Improvement Project Among Healthcare Providers, Sonia Garcia

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An Evidence Based Practice Educational Module Utilizing a Risk Stratification Algorithm for Surgical Patients on GLP-1 Agonists, Hana Getahun, BSN, RN, CCRN and Ann Miller DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA

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Colloid Versus Crystalloid Administration to Blunt the Sympathectomy of Neuraxial Anesthesia, Sean Glennon; Jorge Valdes DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA; and Robert Dillon DNP, CRNA, APRN

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An Educational Intervention to Reduce Falls Associated with Benzodiazepine Use in Older Adults: A Quality Improvement Project., VLADYMIR GRATIA

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Using Esmolol as an Adjunct to Prevent Postoperative Pain: An Educational Module, Melanie Grossman, Fernando Alfonso, and Alexander Fukes

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Educating patients with Atrial Fibrillation (AF) on screening for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) with the STOP-Bang Questionnaire (SBQ): A Quality Improvement Project, Jessica Hernandez

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“Improving the Knowledge among Anesthesia Providers Regarding the Utilization of Remimazolam and Propofol in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea during Procedural Sedation: A Quality Improvement Project.”, Leyla Hernandez, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC; Charlie Buscemi, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC; and Joseph Benson, DNP, CRNA, APRN

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Implementation of the Flipped Classroom in Nurse Anesthesia Curriculum: A Quality Improvement Project, Pedro Hernandez, MSN, RN, CCRN; Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE, CHSE; and Valerie Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE, CHSE, FAANA, CAPT (Ret), USN, NC

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Improving Pediatric Parent-Provider Interactions and Care Satisfaction Through the Use of an Artificial Intelligence Documentation Tool as Compared to Standard Documentation: A Quality Improvement Project, Christopher Hill

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An Educational Module on Ultrasound Guided Endotracheal Tube Sizing and Placement Verification in the Pediatric Surgical Patient, Shaina Hoo; Ann Miller DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Jessica Pheasant DNAP, CRNA, APRN

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Utilization of Artificial Intelligence Algorithms in the Perioperative Management and Reduction of Pain: An Evidence-Based Educational Module, Cristine Jacob BArch, MGeo, RN, BSN, CCRN, MSN and Valerie J. Diaz DNP, CRNA, PMHNP-BC, APRN, CNE, CHSE, FAANA, CAPT (ret), NC, USN

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The Benefits and Effects of Long-Acting Injectable Psychotropic Medication Education to Improve Provider Knowledge and Outcomes, Priscilla M. Juncadella

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Introducing a Standardized Approach to the Diagnosis of Anxiety and Depression in a Women’s Health Clinic, Robert C. Lohlein II

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Erector Spinae Plane vs. Transverse Abdominis Plane Block, and Their Effects on Reduction of Opioid Consumption Post-Operatively: An Educational Module, Jennifer Ashley Lopez, Yasmine Campbell, and Marisa Gonzalez

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Benefits of Endotracheal Tube Intracuff Lidocaine Use, Erick Macri, Charles Buscemi, and Robert Howell

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Improving the Pharmacological Approach to Prevention of Postoperative Delirium in Elderly Surgical Patients: A Quality Improvement Project, Albert James L. Malmis, Vicente Gonzalez, Valerie vdiaz@fiu.edu, and Daniella Narvaez

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A Teaching Module Utilizing Cryoneurolysis for Pain Management in Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty, Daniela Matallana, MSN, RN; Vicente Gonzalez, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Olga Gay, DNP, CRNA

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An Educational Module on the Utilization of Audiovisual Technology to Reduce Preoperative Anxiety in Pediatric Surgical Patients, Katherine May, Fernando Alfonso, and Alexis Salgado

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An Educational Module on the Use of Simulation-Based Learning and Its Effects on Medication Errors and Medication Error Reporting: A Quality Improvement Project, Andrew Mesa, MSN, RN; Christina Vera, PhD, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Alexander Rodriguez-Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN

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Increasing Providers’ Awareness of Virtual Reality Therapy for the Management of Pain and Anxiety in Pediatric Patients Perioperatively: An Educational Module, Valencia Miller, Chistina Vera, and Nerlande Fectiluse

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Improving the Knowledge of Anesthesia Providers on the Use of Amisulpride vs. Ondansetron as Rescue Treatments for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting: An Educational Module, Mauricio Montes San Martin, Charles Buscemi, and Daniel Fortich

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Facilitating Metabolic Screening and Monitoring in Adults Prescribed Antipsychotics, Robert R. Morales

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Elevating the Standard of Post-Dural Puncture Headache Treatment: An Educational Module, Alejandra Morato; Christina Vera Dr.; and Jordany Gattorno CRNA, APRN

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Reducing Door-to-Balloon Time in STEMI via Interprofessional Collaboration Protocol: A Quality Improvement Project, Lina P. Mosquera Rosales

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The Effect of Simulation-Based Training vs. Web-Based Education on Anesthesia Provider Confidence in the Perioperative Management of Malignant Hyperthermia, Jessica Drew Mulet; Valerie Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Yasmine Campbell DNP, CRNA, APRN

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The Effect of Simulation-Based Training vs. Web-Based Education on Anesthesia Provider Confidence in the Perioperative Management of Malignant Hyperthermia, Jessica Drew Mulet; Valerie Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Yasmine Campbell DNP, CRNA, APRN

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A Teaching Module on the Use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing as Part of a Multidisciplinary Treatment Regimen for Patients With Chronic Pain Disorders, Seth Hans Muller, Vicente Gonzalez, and Valerie Diaz

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The Perioperative Utilization of Dexmedetomidine vs. Melatonin to Reduce Postoperative Delirium: An Educational Module, Erica Logan Newberry MSN, RN; Yasmine N. Campbell DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE, CHSE; and Patricia Massaro DNP, CRNA, APRN

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Education Module on the Efficiency of Pregabalin and Conservative Treatments to Reduce Post-Dural Puncture Headache, Vinh Nguyen; Vicente Gonzalez DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Michael Drossos DNP, CRNA, APRN

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Improving Knowledge, Attitudes, and Skills of Healthcare Providers and Informal Caregivers through an Educational Intervention Regarding Non-Pharmacological and Complementary Therapies for Patients with Dementia: A Quality Improvement Project., Alexandra Nozier

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Early Identification and Interventions to Mitigate Burnout in Mental Healthcare Nurses-A Quality Improvement Project., Olanrewaju Onigbanjo, Victor Delgado, and Nicholas D. Torres

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Decreasing the Incidence of Postoperative Sore Throat in Surgical Patients with the Use of Glidescope Intubation Versus CMAC D Blade Laryngoscopy: An Educational Module, Elliot Ortiz and Yasmine Campbell, DNP, CRNA, ARNP, CNE, CHSE

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Reduction of the Technical Difficulties Associated with Spinal Anesthesia among Elderly Patients with Difficult Anatomies and Fractures, Sindy Parrado; Christina Vera PhD, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE; and Jainette Fernandez DNP, CRNA, APRN

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Reduction of the Technical Difficulties Associated with Spinal Anesthesia among Elderly Patients with Difficult Anatomies and Fractures, Sindy Parrado; Christina Vera, PhD, DNP, CRNA, APRN, CNE; and Jainette Fernandez DNP, CRNA, APRN

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An Educational Intervention for Mental Healthcare Providers to Improve Their Knowledge and Skill in the Assessment and Treatment of Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Utilizing a Treatment Algorithm: A Quality Improvement Project, Jessica Lauren Penate, Deborah Witt Sherman, and Ernesto L. Sarduy

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Assessing the Knowledge of Pediatric Healthcare Providers on Mental Health in Children with Chronic Conditions: A Quality Improvement Project, Jennifer Perez

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Enhancing Autism Diagnosis: Early Intervention and Support Access for ASD Families, Claudline Pierre-Louis

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An Educational Intervention to Improve Knowledge of Behavioral Healthcare Professionals Regarding Suicidal Assessment and Intervention for Adults in an inpatient Behavioral Health Unit: A Quality Improvement Project, Linda Pinchinat

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The Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction in Increasing Knowledge and Attitudes regarding Mindfulness-based Meditation and Reducing Nicotine Use and Anxiety Symptoms in Adult Patients in a Psychiatric Outpatient Setting: A Quality Improvement Project, Claudia Porter-Lawrence

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The Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction in Increasing Knowledge and Attitudes regarding Mindfulness-based Meditation and Reducing Nicotine Use and Anxiety Symptoms in Adult Patients in a Psychiatric Outpatient Setting: A Quality Improvement Project, Claudia A. Porter-Lawrence

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An Educational Module in the Usage of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) as an Alternative to Epsilon Aminocaproic Acid (EACA) in Cardiac Surgery to Reduce Perioperative Transfusion Requirements: A Quality Improvement Project, Lianet Ramirez MSN, RN; Vicente Gonzalez, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Carmen Chan DNP, CRNA

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An Educational Module for Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring during Shoulder Surgery in the Beach Chair Position, Priscilla Ramos, MSN, RN and Fernando Alfonso, DNP, CRNA, APRN

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An Educational Module for Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring during Shoulder Surgery in the Beach Chair Position, Priscilla Ramos

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An Educational Intervention Among Clinicians to Prevent Postpartum Depression: A Quality Improvement Project Among Healthcare Providers in an Outpatient Clinic in Miami Florida, Claudia Rivero

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Education of Caregivers of Pediatric Patients on Therapeutic Inhaled Essential Oils (TIEO) in Pediatric Primary Care: A Quality Improvement Project, Kelsey Ruiz

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The Use of Exercise to Manage Chronic Work-Related Stress in the Prevention of Nursing Burnout: A Quality Improvement Project, Rachel J. Shaver and Jean Hannan

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DNP, Deborah Witt Sherman and JOSEFINA DORT

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The Utilization of Nitrous Oxide During Labor to Enhance Patient Satisfaction: An Educational Module, Sarah Shonty; Fernando Alfonso, DNP, CRNA, APRN; and Daniella Narvaez DNP, CRNA, APRN

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Comparison of Efficacy of Serratus Anterior Plane Block Versus Thoracic Epidural in Patient Undergoing Thoracic Surgery, Iman Silmi, Fernando Alfonso, and Lissette Lopez Lopez