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Title: "Poverty Porn": The Narratives of INGO Media Campaigns.
Creator: Costner, Monique, Kohli, Tanu
Abstract/Description: International non-governmental organizations (INGOs) have different strategies of raising awareness and funds for their causes. Sometimes however, these strategies can rely on the use of stereotypical or dehumanizing depictions of people from the developing world. We have all seen the images of hungry children with bloated stomachs, presumably from some African or Asian country. To what extent do these narratives present a grossly simplified version of the struggles people in poverty face?...
Show moreInternational non-governmental organizations (INGOs) have different strategies of raising awareness and funds for their causes. Sometimes however, these strategies can rely on the use of stereotypical or dehumanizing depictions of people from the developing world. We have all seen the images of hungry children with bloated stomachs, presumably from some African or Asian country. To what extent do these narratives present a grossly simplified version of the struggles people in poverty face? The term “poverty porn” has been coined to describe these kinds of shock-based images which reduce people to their vulnerability and helplessness. Narratives within INGO media campaigns can either contribute to, or combat stereotypical images of developing regions. The first section of this research will discuss representations of people from developing regions. Second, the research will examine strategies employed in several digital-based INGO media campaigns through their use of visual and verbal tools. Third, the research will analyze the ethical nature of media campaigns which contribute to or combat stereotypes. It is important for international non-governmental organizations and those within the field of international development to consider how communication strategies impact the understanding we have of developing regions. This research aims to look critically at INGO communications and provide best practices for organizations constructing their own media campaigns.
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Date Issued: 2018-05-04
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1525459546_a796c8ef
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Title: Advance Care Planning in Primary Care: A Quality Improvement Project.
Creator: Dennis, Amanda Lang
Abstract/Description: Purpose of the Project: Advance care planning (ACP) has been shown to reduce unwanted care at end of life. However, rates of documentation of advance directives (ADs) are low in most settings. The aim of this project was to increase the number of ACP discussions that occur in a primary care clinic between provider and patient. Methods: The setting for this project was a family medicine residency program in a health system-owned practice, which included 20 resident physicians, six faculty...
Show morePurpose of the Project: Advance care planning (ACP) has been shown to reduce unwanted care at end of life. However, rates of documentation of advance directives (ADs) are low in most settings. The aim of this project was to increase the number of ACP discussions that occur in a primary care clinic between provider and patient. Methods: The setting for this project was a family medicine residency program in a health system-owned practice, which included 20 resident physicians, six faculty physician providers and one advanced registered nurse practitioner (ARNP). The first phase was an evaluation of an educational program for providers on ACP with the goal of increasing provider willingness to engage in ACP. The second phase was a quality improvement (QI) initiative involving clinical and non-clinical staff in the primary care office, using the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) framework. Results: Through the initial stages of the PDCA, participants identified awareness of ACP among patients, staff, and providers to be the most important factor in improving rates of ACP. A month-long awareness campaign was initiated, with specific activities to promote ACP. No significant change was identified in the number of ADs scanned into the EMR or in the number of ACP procedure codes billed before and after initiation of the QI intervention. Discussion: Through the course of the QI initiative, participants recognized that both staff and provider education is essential in improving ACP. They also identified that more patient education and outreach is needed. An awareness campaign was successful in encouraging discussion of ACP and its importance, but did not have an overall impact on rates of ACP. Conclusions: Changing culture and attitudes about ACP requires a comprehensive, multi-level strategy to engage providers, staff, and patients.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-12
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1523550044_6c0b0a2c
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Title: Improving Cervical Cancer Screening Rates in a Community Health Center: A Quality Improvement Project.
Creator: Balaji, Anusuyadevi Rajeevi
Abstract/Description: Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project was to increase the rates of routine cervical cancer screening (CCS) in eligible women of ages 21-64 years in an Adult Health Clinic (AHC) at a Community Health Center (CHC). The specific aim of this project was to determine the effect of a new CCS protocol and “Pap & Physical” appointments on cervical cancer screening incidence rates (CCSIRs). Methods: A QI committee developed a new CCS protocol and provided staff training on it....
Show morePurpose: The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project was to increase the rates of routine cervical cancer screening (CCS) in eligible women of ages 21-64 years in an Adult Health Clinic (AHC) at a Community Health Center (CHC). The specific aim of this project was to determine the effect of a new CCS protocol and “Pap & Physical” appointments on cervical cancer screening incidence rates (CCSIRs). Methods: A QI committee developed a new CCS protocol and provided staff training on it. Pap & Physical appointments were also implemented along with client and provider reminder/recall interventions. A pretest/posttest design was used to determine effectiveness of these interventions. Results: The sample (N = 3354) consisted of all women of ages 23-64 years who presented for care during the pre- and post-intervention periods. The chi-square test did not reveal a significant association between the screening status and the pre- and post-intervention periods. The effect size was small (χ2 = 2.89, df = 1, p = 0.089, φ = 0.067). The overall CCSIRs did not improve from the pre- to post-intervention period (23% and 19.6% respectively). Discussion: There was no improvement in CCSIR from the pre- to post-intervention period despite interventions that targeted multiple barriers. Patients, staff, and system related factors affected CCSIRs. Information gleaned from this preliminary study should be used in further PDSA cycles and this has the potential to streamline processes and improve CCS rates in the AHC. Conclusion: To meet Healthy People 2020 goal for CCS, healthcare environments should evaluate their current CCS rates and implement evidence-based interventions in a manner that is adaptable to the healthcare environment’s workflow. Effective training and post-training assessment should be provided to staff. Providers should administer Pap smears on the same day as physical exams to reduce the need for multiple appointments. Studies addressing provider unwillingness to perform Pap smears are needed.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-23
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524536894_2efa2cb3
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Title: Improving Patient Safety and Minimizing Alarm Fatigue through Effective Alarm Management.
Creator: De Leon, Jizzel Anne Velasco, Little, Barbara B.
Abstract/Description: Abstract Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project was to develop, implement and evaluate an Alarm Management QI Program in an intensive care unit (ICU) of a community hospital. The specific aims of the project were to reduce the number of ECG and pulse oximetry nuisance alarms, increase RN knowledge of alarm management and improve RN competency in management of ECG and pulse oximetry alarms. Methods: An online education program was developed and required for all ICU...
Show moreAbstract Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement (QI) project was to develop, implement and evaluate an Alarm Management QI Program in an intensive care unit (ICU) of a community hospital. The specific aims of the project were to reduce the number of ECG and pulse oximetry nuisance alarms, increase RN knowledge of alarm management and improve RN competency in management of ECG and pulse oximetry alarms. Methods: An online education program was developed and required for all ICU nursing staff. In addition, RN alarm management competency was validated through a peer review process. A descriptive comparison design was used to examine the effectiveness of this quality improvement program. Results: The number of alarms elicited during the period of study significantly improved (p < 0.05) as a result of the educational program. Pre and posttest scores also showed improvement from a mean score of 57% to 78%. Competency validation results confirmed the majority of the peer review participants performed the expected practices. Conclusions: The Alarm Management Quality Improvement Program demonstrated positive changes to staff knowledge and competency, as well as the overall alarm occurrences in the unit after the intervention. Healthcare facilities can improve patient safety and minimize alarm fatigue by establishing alarm management policies, providing education and utilizing peer review to assure staff competency.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-16
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1523563144_99236d7d
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Title: Factors Influencing Parental Perception of Child's Weight Status.
Creator: Mauldin, Sabrina
Abstract/Description: Purpose: Childhood obesity is one of the most challenging and complex epidemics in today’s society. According to the World Health Organization, it is estimated the prevalence of childhood obesity will increase from 7% in 2012 to 11% in 2025. The purpose of the project is to identify factors that may influence parental perception of a child’s weight status. Methods: Parents of children aged 6-12 were surveyed regarding their child’s healthy behaviors, demographic information and perception of...
Show morePurpose: Childhood obesity is one of the most challenging and complex epidemics in today’s society. According to the World Health Organization, it is estimated the prevalence of childhood obesity will increase from 7% in 2012 to 11% in 2025. The purpose of the project is to identify factors that may influence parental perception of a child’s weight status. Methods: Parents of children aged 6-12 were surveyed regarding their child’s healthy behaviors, demographic information and perception of child’s current weight. Parents were also asked to select a body type they felt most accurately represented their child from a sketch which included 7 different body types. Children’s height and weight were measured and BMI was calculated. Parents were also asked to give a verbal description such as a little underweight, about the right weight, or overweight. Results: Thirty-two parents participated the survey. Nineteen out of 27 parents (70%) correctly perceived their children’s weight status. Common factors such as income, employment status, providing opportunities for physical activity and healthy eating habits were identified as impacting how a parent perceived their child’s weight status. Eighty percent of parents that provided an opportunity for physical activity to their child perceived their child to be about the right weight. Half of the parents that never/almost never provided an opportunity for physical activity perceived their child to be overweight. Discussion: If health care providers understand the elements affecting parental perception, there is an opportunity for change. Discussing healthy eating habits, limiting amount of screen time spent on electronics or television, and the importance of physical activity may heighten understanding. Conclusion: As a country with an increasing rate of childhood obesity it is imperative to identify causative factors prompting this epidemic. Although parents play an integral role in managing their child’s weight there are many other influences affecting obesity. Future research is needed to gain more insight and create a shared responsibility.
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Date Issued: 04/16/2018
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1523928001_5e75d773
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Title: Senior Nursing Students’ Early Recognition of Sepsis.
Creator: Powell, Zacharey A, Hauber, Roxanne
Abstract/Description: Problem Statement: Sepsis continues to be a major problem in many hospitals and healthcare settings throughout the United States. The effectiveness of early recognition accompanied by evidence-based treatment can make the difference between life and death. Nursing students must possess the knowledge and needed training to recognize early onset of sepsis in order to implement protocols for earlier resuscitation. Purpose: Apply educational interventions coupled with prep-test and post-test...
Show moreProblem Statement: Sepsis continues to be a major problem in many hospitals and healthcare settings throughout the United States. The effectiveness of early recognition accompanied by evidence-based treatment can make the difference between life and death. Nursing students must possess the knowledge and needed training to recognize early onset of sepsis in order to implement protocols for earlier resuscitation. Purpose: Apply educational interventions coupled with prep-test and post-test questions to evaluate nursing students’ requisite knowledge to identify and address early signs of sepsis. Methods: Employed a pre and post-test comparative design to measure the effectiveness of an educational session given to two groups of senior nursing students on the topic of early recognition and treatment of sepsis. Participation: ASN students (N=19 pre/post test) from a rural public state college in southeastern United States and BSN students (N= 72 pre-test) (N=73 post-test) from a large public state university in the southeastern United States. Results: N= 91 ASN and BSN students completed the pre-test and N = 92 ASN and BSN students completed the post-test. Majority of students were female 87.4%. The average age of participants largely fell within the age group of 18-25. ASN pre-test proportion of 0.36 pre-test, BSN proportion of correct answers on pre-test was 0.38 pre-test. ASN proportion of correct answers on post-test was 0.93 post-test and BSN proportion of correct answers on post-test was 0.90. Confidence interval of p < .001. Conclusions: There was a positive correlation between the sepsis educational session and post- test results in both the ASN and BSN cohorts.
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Date Issued: 04/26/2018
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524775052_0f5d5cce
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Title: Self-Perception of Interpersonal Communication Competency and its Relationship to Job Satisfaction among Nurses in Florida.
Creator: Carroll, Myeshia La'tway, Dickey, Sabrina
Abstract/Description: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine if there was a relationship between self-perceived interpersonal communication competency and job satisfaction amid nurses in Florida. Methods: The study used a descriptive, cross-sectional design to obtain a convenience sample of nurses in the state of Florida. Surveys were dispensed electronically using Qualtrics, to active, licensed nurses listed within the publicly-accessible email database of the Florida Board of Nursing. Nurses of all...
Show morePurpose: The purpose of this study was to determine if there was a relationship between self-perceived interpersonal communication competency and job satisfaction amid nurses in Florida. Methods: The study used a descriptive, cross-sectional design to obtain a convenience sample of nurses in the state of Florida. Surveys were dispensed electronically using Qualtrics, to active, licensed nurses listed within the publicly-accessible email database of the Florida Board of Nursing. Nurses of all educational backgrounds were invited to rate self-reported levels of communication competency and job satisfaction. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, analysis of variance (ANOVA), chi-square, t-tests, and Spearman correlation coefficients. Results: There were a total of 1,997 participants. The majority of nurses (50.2%) reported to “almost always” achieve their communication goals. Most participants (28.3%) indicated being “satisfied” on the job. On average the nurses who reported consistent achievement of their communication goals also indicated high levels of job satisfaction (31%). Chi-square analysis revealed a significant association between accomplishing communication goals and job satisfaction, χ2 (18, n=1559) =100.18, p<.05. However, Spearman correlation coefficient showed that there was a negative relationship between those accomplishing communication goals and job satisfaction, r(1502)= -0.15, p<.05. Discussion: Most participants reported to “often” achieve high levels of interpersonal communication competency. There was a significant association between this variable and job satisfaction. This study provides insight on the role of self-perceived interpersonal communication competency regarding job satisfaction among a sample of active Florida nurses. Conclusions: Effective communication seems to play a role in the levels of job satisfaction. Health care institutions should consider incorporating ways to cultivate introspective communication skills to help improve levels of satisfaction in the work environment.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-27
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524840242_95949f9a
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Title: Screening and Treatment Methods for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis by Florida’s Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners.
Creator: DeCastro, Brittany
Abstract/Description: The state of Florida has the largest number of people over the age of 65 in the country; a cohort that continues to increase. Florida’s Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNPs) play an integral role in providing health care for this cohort which often includes managing their comorbid conditions. This project was designed to identify existing knowledge gaps among Florida’s ARNPs regarding the screening and treatment methods of postmenopausal osteoporosis. The assessment tool, focused on...
Show moreThe state of Florida has the largest number of people over the age of 65 in the country; a cohort that continues to increase. Florida’s Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNPs) play an integral role in providing health care for this cohort which often includes managing their comorbid conditions. This project was designed to identify existing knowledge gaps among Florida’s ARNPs regarding the screening and treatment methods of postmenopausal osteoporosis. The assessment tool, focused on four areas including: current screening and treatment practices for postmenopausal OP, prescription of Calcium, Vitamin D and anti-OP medications, referrals for bone density scanning and endocrinology, and fall prevention and education. A convenience sample of 24,115 active licensed Florida ARNPs was employed over a one-month period using an online needs assessment survey. Based on the analysis of data, 60% of the participants had never used a screening tool for postmenopausal women and 62% had never used a treatment algorithm for postmenopausal OP. Additionally, two of the focus areas were correlated with specific demographic variables. Findings from the project identified important knowledge gaps related to screening and treatment of individuals with postmenopausal OP.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-26
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524772642_d50dcbf2
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Title: An Exploration of Learning Needs: Identifying Knowledge Deficits among Hospitalized Adults with Heart Failure.
Creator: Raines, Erika M, Dickey, Sabrina
Abstract/Description: Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the learning needs of hospitalized patients with heart failure (HF) by identifying their current HF self-care behaviors and knowledge levels, while identifying relationships between clinical variables (sociodemographic data and health history) and their learning needs. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional design was utilized to examine a convenience sample of 42 hospitalized patients with HF. Self-care behaviors and knowledge levels were...
Show morePurpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the learning needs of hospitalized patients with heart failure (HF) by identifying their current HF self-care behaviors and knowledge levels, while identifying relationships between clinical variables (sociodemographic data and health history) and their learning needs. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional design was utilized to examine a convenience sample of 42 hospitalized patients with HF. Self-care behaviors and knowledge levels were measured using the Self Care of Heart Failure Index (SCHFI) V. 6.2., and the Japanese Heart Failure Knowledge Scale. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the learning needs and sociodemographic data. Pearson product moment correlation coefficient was utilized to examine relationships between the learning needs and clinical variables. Results: The mean scores of self-care were 38.6% (maintenance), 41.6% (management) and 17.8% (confidence). The participant’s mean knowledge level score was 74.9%. Multiple HF hospital readmissions had a significant negative correlation with HF knowledge scores (r = -.358, p = 0.020), suggesting the lower the knowledge score, the higher the prevalence of HF readmissions. There were significant positive correlations between self-care maintenance (r=.525, p<0.05), management (r=.435, p<.05), confidence (r=.366, p <.05), knowledge level (r=.752, p<.05) and not living alone. Thus, indicating that living with family support is correlated with better self-care and greater knowledge. The presence of multiple comorbidities revealed significant positive correlations (p<.05) with self-care scores (maintenance [r=.391], management [r=.438], and confidence r=.504]), indicating a higher number of comorbidities, yields lower self-care behaviors. Discussion: Findings reveal poor self-care behaviors in all three areas (maintenance, management, confidence). These findings suggest that patients have difficulty implementing knowledge into self-care. Conclusions: By identifying knowledge deficits and contributing factors to suboptimal self-care, the chronic care model can be used as a guideline for ideal HF education and management. Improving self-care behaviors can be obtained by initiating an active engagement between health care teams and the patient.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-27
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524874859_831d78b8
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Title: The Current State of Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Training.
Creator: Vilches, Jacine
Abstract/Description: Purpose: Postgraduate training provides support to help new NPs adjust to their role during the first year of practice. These programs have grown in number over the years, yet there is a lack of comprehensive data. The goal of this study was to gather in-depth data to connect these programs with APRN students. Methods: This descriptive research study used an inventory tool to collect data from program directors. Data was analyzed using univariate statistics. Results: Of the 67 active programs...
Show morePurpose: Postgraduate training provides support to help new NPs adjust to their role during the first year of practice. These programs have grown in number over the years, yet there is a lack of comprehensive data. The goal of this study was to gather in-depth data to connect these programs with APRN students. Methods: This descriptive research study used an inventory tool to collect data from program directors. Data was analyzed using univariate statistics. Results: Of the 67 active programs, 30 directors responded (45%) with most respondents in the Northeast (33%) or the West Coast (27%). Fifty percent of the responding programs had a primary care focus and were operating for an average of 51.4 months (mode 36, range 12 – 120). A master's degree, APRN licensure in the program's state, and national board certification were required for admission to most (>80%) programs. The average monthly compensation was $5,729.16 (Mode $6,000) and all programs offered medical insurance. The programs boasted an estimated employment rate of 89% upon completion with 12 months being the most common. Programs offered access to a resource person 96% of the time and many (68%) of them trained residents at multiple training sites and included specialty rotations (86%). Discussion: Further studies to track the development of postgraduate training are necessary as these programs continue to grow. Studies that compare the performance outcomes between NP postgraduates and NPs with comparable years of practice should be performed to assist with meaningful appraisals of this training. Conclusions: Data obtained assists in the understanding of current postgraduate training. Postgraduate training provides useful supplementary education for newly graduated NPs and specialty care NPs.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-27
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524876747_c4e0df79
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Title: Coping with Pediatric Death in the Emergency Department Setting: Are Healthcare Providers Prepared?.
Creator: Wiggins, Travis
Date Issued: 2018-04-10
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1523372897_a0fbfb24
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Title: Evaluation of a Process Change Using SBAR to Reduce Inappropriate Patient Placement and Increase Nursing Satisfaction.
Creator: Hernandez, Michelle Lynn, Hauber, Roxanne
Abstract/Description: Purpose: To determine the impact of the implementation of a standardized report sheet, SBAR, to improve verbal patient handoffs, inappropriate patient placement, and nursing satisfaction. Methods: The project used a pre/post descriptive design that included: 1) review of retrospective data from two sources to determine the number of inappropriate patient placements pre- and post- implementation of the SBAR tool and 2) a survey to determine nursing staff’s satisfaction before and after...
Show morePurpose: To determine the impact of the implementation of a standardized report sheet, SBAR, to improve verbal patient handoffs, inappropriate patient placement, and nursing satisfaction. Methods: The project used a pre/post descriptive design that included: 1) review of retrospective data from two sources to determine the number of inappropriate patient placements pre- and post- implementation of the SBAR tool and 2) a survey to determine nursing staff’s satisfaction before and after implementation. Data collection took place in a 300-bed inpatient hospital in Florida for seven months pre- and post- implementation through retrospective review of PRISM reports and unit logs, as well as, pre- and post -implementation surveys completed by RNs and LPNs. Results: Frequencies were calculated on both PRISM and Unit log data. Due to small sample sizes, only cumulative unit log totals were analyzed using a t-test and revealed no statistically significant difference between the pre –and post implementation data. None of the participants identified the new process as completely successful. Discussion: The discrepancy between the data in the unit logs and the data reported into the PRISM was significant and inferred that a lack of clarity and communication in reporting methods that may have played a role in the outcomes for this project. Conclusion: The limitations identified in the project need to be considered and addressed when planning similar studies.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-26
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524782494_89b0f520
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Title: Does an Educational Intervention for a Nurse-Driven Indwelling Urinary Catheter Protocol Increase Nurses’ Knowledge and Compliance to the Protocol?.
Creator: Miller, Meghan
Abstract/Description: Purpose: Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) are responsible for approximately 40% of all hospital acquired infections. Over the past several years, hospitals have developed tools attempting to decrease CAUTI rates. Research suggests that nurse-driven protocols are effective in reducing CAUTI rates. The purpose of this project was to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational intervention related to a nurse-driven urinary catheter protocol in increasing registered nurses’ ...
Show morePurpose: Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) are responsible for approximately 40% of all hospital acquired infections. Over the past several years, hospitals have developed tools attempting to decrease CAUTI rates. Research suggests that nurse-driven protocols are effective in reducing CAUTI rates. The purpose of this project was to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational intervention related to a nurse-driven urinary catheter protocol in increasing registered nurses’ (RN) knowledge and compliance to the protocol. Methods:This study utilized a quasi-experimental pre-test, post-test and compliance self-report, to assess RNs’ knowledge and compliance to a nurse driven-urinary catheter protocol at a Southwest Florida hospital. RNs attended a nurse-driven protocol educational intervention, in which they completed both pre and post surveys and a compliance self-reports. The surveys and compliance self-reports were administered through SurveyMonkey. RNs reported compliance to the protocol on a Likert-type scale from 1-5. A paired sample t-test was done to compare the pretest and posttest results. A second paired sample t-test was done to compare the compliance self-reports completed before and after the educational session. Results: Thirty-two RNs participated in the study. The mean compliance prior to the educational intervention was 4.2, which increased to 4.7 after the educational intervention. The mean score on the pretest was 77%, increasing to 92% on the posttest. Discussion: Overall, the educational intervention was successful in increasing RNs’ knowledge and compliance to the nurse-driven urinary catheter protocol. Conclusion: The results suggest that providing education to RNs is critical. Reported compliance to the nurse-driven urinary catheter protocol is a critical step in increasing patient safety and decreasing the risks of CAUTIs.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-24
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524596940_51d3cd69
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Title: Potential Predictors of Disposition and Recidivism in Emergency Department Visits: A Regression Analysis.
Creator: Gaillard, Garrett L
Abstract/Description: Background: Recidivism in the Emergency Department (ED) is often used as a measure of efficiency, quality of care, and ED performance. Additionally, disposition of the emergency department patient is an important decision that influences the patients follow up as well as future ED visits. Objective: This study examined: age, gender, marital status, ethnicity, payer status, principle diagnoses, triage acuity as predictors of ED disposition and recidivism. The primary aim was to establish a...
Show moreBackground: Recidivism in the Emergency Department (ED) is often used as a measure of efficiency, quality of care, and ED performance. Additionally, disposition of the emergency department patient is an important decision that influences the patients follow up as well as future ED visits. Objective: This study examined: age, gender, marital status, ethnicity, payer status, principle diagnoses, triage acuity as predictors of ED disposition and recidivism. The primary aim was to establish a model and assesses the predictability of different variables on incidence of admission or discharge and return to the ED. Method: A retrospective secondary analysis took place analyzing patient encounters from October 2015 to September 2016 at a 772-bed acute care hospital. A binary logistic regression was used to analyze variables and their correlation with disposition while a multinomial regression was used to correlate recidivism. Results: An analysis of 84,712 patient visits revealed that a binary logistic regression model containing all predictors was statistically significant at the level of p<.000 CI=95%. The model distinguished between those patients that were admitted and discharged from the ED. The model accurately classified 81.7% of cases. The model correctly classified patients who were discharged with a sensitivity of 93.5% and those who were admitted with a specificity of 38.5%. A mulitnomial model showed little significance in using socio-demographic variables as predictors of recidivism. Discussion: The model supports the use of socio-demographic variables and acuity of visit as predictors of disposition in the ED population. However, only single independent socio-demographic variables were useful in prediction of recidivism. These variables contribute to the development of care models in the ED. Additionally, implementation into the ESI triage index may help to further classify an accurately delineate patients during the triage process.
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Date Issued: 08/01/2018
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524503836_e3b429ce
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Title: Perceived HIV/AIDs Related Stigma Among Black Men Who Have Sex with Men.
Creator: Hawthorne, Kenara Ja' Nay, Whyte, James
Abstract/Description: The transmission of HIV is increasing around the world and BMSM are at in increased risk for transmission because of the associated stigma related to HIV. The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of HIV stigma, HIV status disclosure, and BMSM ability to access healthcare for prevention and treatment. A descriptive, correlational study examined the relationship between perceived stigma, HIV/AIDs disclosure, and access to healthcare. This study utilized a convenience sample for...
Show moreThe transmission of HIV is increasing around the world and BMSM are at in increased risk for transmission because of the associated stigma related to HIV. The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of HIV stigma, HIV status disclosure, and BMSM ability to access healthcare for prevention and treatment. A descriptive, correlational study examined the relationship between perceived stigma, HIV/AIDs disclosure, and access to healthcare. This study utilized a convenience sample for recruitment of participants on Facebook and Craigslist. A total of 30 young BMSM participated in this study. Feelings regarding knowledge of others regarding disease and the likelihood of disclosure were regressed. There was a statistically significant correlation between the participant’s feelings and likelihood of disclosure (p=0.37). The study indicated that perceived stigma affected BMSM undesirably, which in return decreased the likelihood of disclosure to others. Additionally, HIV-related stigma was considered to be a significant barrier for disclosure. Lastly, a total of 90% of the participants visited their HIV doctor. Many of the participants took antiretroviral medications despite the associated stigma that is surrounded by BMSM who are HIV positive. Additional educational interventions will need to be developed to decrease the rate of transmission in HIV positive BMSM.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-24
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524622203_032f23ff
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Title: Clinician Knowledge on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders in Florida.
Creator: Salib-Barrios, Margaret Kathleen
Abstract/Description: Purpose: To understand knowledge gaps and barriers among Florida healthcare providers in the assessment and treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). The information gathered should assist in making future recommendations to improve early screening and treatment of women with PMAD. Methods: The study was designed as a needs assessment questionnaire. ARNPs, PAs, DOs, and MDs with email addresses listed in the Florida Health Care Practitioner Data Portal were sent an...
Show morePurpose: To understand knowledge gaps and barriers among Florida healthcare providers in the assessment and treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). The information gathered should assist in making future recommendations to improve early screening and treatment of women with PMAD. Methods: The study was designed as a needs assessment questionnaire. ARNPs, PAs, DOs, and MDs with email addresses listed in the Florida Health Care Practitioner Data Portal were sent an investigator-developed survey. Following the survey, participants were provided a link to MothersMentalHealth.org, developed by the FSU College of Medicine, which provides resources and education for mothers, families and clinicians. Analysis was conducted using Statistical Packages for the Social Sciences (SPSS) to determine how clinicians identified areas where they lacked preparedness in addressing PMADs and to identify differences in provider characteristics. Results: A total of 552 respondents completed the survey. Clinicians lack preparedness in six significant areas: appropriate use of language, detection of PMADs, care development, time and resource management, awareness of community resources, and provision of culturally specific care. Significant differences in preparedness were observed between disciplines. Discussion: Barriers to effectively addressing PMADs are all modifiable. Efforts are needed to improve the confidence, knowledge and preparedness of clinicians, regardless of specialty area, in the early detection, appropriate treatment and long-term management of patients with PMADs. Conclusions: Successful management of PMADs is critical for the welfare of women and their families. To further this research, it would be valuable to have PMAD education built into the requirements for all health care providers (HCPs) across the state of Florida. Simply increasing the awareness of available resources could improve PMAD outcomes.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-27
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524802543_c4536779
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Title: Managing Urinary Retention: A Quality Improvement Project.
Creator: Dorenko, Tatiana
Abstract/Description: Abstract Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement project was to develop, implement and evaluate the impact of an Urinary Retention Management protocol on indwelling urinary catheter utilization and incidence of bladder overdistention. The specific aims of the study were to decrease indwelling urinary catheter utilization and decrease the incidence of bladder volumes greater than 600 ml. Methods: The new protocol was implemented on inpatient medical-surgical, rehabilitation, and...
Show moreAbstract Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement project was to develop, implement and evaluate the impact of an Urinary Retention Management protocol on indwelling urinary catheter utilization and incidence of bladder overdistention. The specific aims of the study were to decrease indwelling urinary catheter utilization and decrease the incidence of bladder volumes greater than 600 ml. Methods: The new protocol was implemented on inpatient medical-surgical, rehabilitation, and intensive care units. An online education module was required for all nurses. A descriptive comparison design was employed to evaluate the impact of the protocol utilizing de-identified retrospective electronic medical record data to compare the Urinary Catheter Utilization ratio and the incidence of bladder volumes above 600 ml pre- and post-implementation of the new protocol. Results: The data for pre-implementation period included 655 bladder scans with 295 volumes above 600 ml and 1125 bladder scans with 489 volumes above 600 ml for post-implementation period. The mean Catheter Utilization ratio decreased from 0.225 to 0.437, but the z-score 1.60 was not statistically significant. The ratio of incidences of bladder overdistention decreased from 0.450 to 0.437. There was a statistically significant decrease in mean bladder volumes above 600 ml from 786.72 ml to 765.51 ml in the pre-and post-implementation periods. The ratio of documented bladder scans increased from 1.9 to 3.20. Discussion: The implementation of a standardized urinary retention management protocol improved the monitoring of urinary retention, decreased severity of bladder overdistention and incidence of bladder volumes above 600 ml. Conclusions: This study reflected a modest positive effect on reducing the Indwelling Urinary Catheter Utilization ratio and incidences of bladder overdistention. Regardless of challenges associated with managing of urinary retention, implementation of evidence-based urinary retention management protocols can lead to early recognition and treatment of urinary retention for improving patient safety.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-11
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1523497769_7495ff4e
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Title: Nurses' Knowledge and Attitude Toward Chronic Pain Management in the Emergency.
Creator: Kostic, Michelle Noel
Abstract/Description: Purpose: The purpose of this project was to assess registered nurse’ knowledge and attitudes toward chronic pain in the ED. Methods: This project employed a non-experimental, descriptive design with use of an online electronic survey. The convenience sample included volunteer participants who completed two survey tools (The Chronic Pain Myth Scale and the KnowPain-12) and demographic information. Data analyses were performed with version 2.0 IBM SPSS software, using descriptive statistics,...
Show morePurpose: The purpose of this project was to assess registered nurse’ knowledge and attitudes toward chronic pain in the ED. Methods: This project employed a non-experimental, descriptive design with use of an online electronic survey. The convenience sample included volunteer participants who completed two survey tools (The Chronic Pain Myth Scale and the KnowPain-12) and demographic information. Data analyses were performed with version 2.0 IBM SPSS software, using descriptive statistics, and ANOVA. Results: The most common negative belief was that people suffering from chronic pain become dependent on their medications, like drug addicts (64%, n=323). There was also evidence that respondents believed that the severity of pain was exaggerated. In addition, findings revealed that respondents had an understanding of the biopsychosocial impacts of CP, yet demonstrated a limited opioid knowledge. Discussion: The knowledge gaps identified suggest that ER nurses need targeted pain management education, to enhance nurse’s knowledge, skills and attitude towards chronic pain. Reducing pain management disparities, by providing effective, safe and timely pain relief, requires sufficient knowledge, and ability to perform a thorough, unbiased pain assessment. Educational interventions should also be focused on CP’s pathophysiology, accurate assessment, non-opioid analgesia, and opioid treatment which includes information on state guidelines and regulations. Additionally, with considerable attention on the opioid crisis, ER nurses have a formidable task to ensure that chronic pain is not synonymous with drug addiction.
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Date Issued: 2018-04-27
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1524850027_68b86e27
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Title: Supporting the Second Victim.
Creator: Bryant, Shara
Abstract/Description: The purpose of this study was to examine “Second victim” phenomenon. Second victim phenomenon relates to healthcare providers’ response to an unanticipated adverse patient event, a medical error, or a patient related injury. The provider becomes a victim in the sense that the provider is traumatized by the event. The clinical question is: What physical and psychological effects do adverse event/medical errors have on second victims?
Date Issued: 2018-03-23
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1521927412_8fab3b52
Format: Citation

Title: Psychometric report on the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions test administered to elementary educators in six states in spring 2017 (Research Report No. 2018-13).
Creator: Schoen, Robert C, Yang, Xiaotong, Paek, Insu
Abstract/Description: This report provides evidence of the substantive and structural validity of the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions Test. Field-test data were gathered with a sample of 241 elementary educators, including teachers, administrators, and instructional support personnel, in spring 2017, as part of a larger study involving a multisite cluster-randomized trial evaluation design to investigate the effects of lesson study and a fractions resource toolkit on classroom instruction and student...
Show moreThis report provides evidence of the substantive and structural validity of the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions Test. Field-test data were gathered with a sample of 241 elementary educators, including teachers, administrators, and instructional support personnel, in spring 2017, as part of a larger study involving a multisite cluster-randomized trial evaluation design to investigate the effects of lesson study and a fractions resource toolkit on classroom instruction and student achievement in fractions. The web-based test was designed to measure mathematical knowledge for teaching (MKT) in the domain of fractions at the elementary level. We found that the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions test measures a dominant factor, supporting unidimensionality in the data. The purpose, or intended use, of the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions (K-TEF) test data gathered in spring 2017 is to produce ability estimates that can be used to serve as the dependent variable in models estimating the effect of the intervention on teacher MKT, as well as to investigate MKT as a potential mediator of the effect of the program on students. Reliability, test-information, and item-discrimination estimates appear to fit the intended purpose of the test.
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Date Issued: 2018-08-31
Identifier: 10.17125/fsu.1537295574, FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1537295574_c8595071
Format: Citation

Title: Measuring teacher ability to predict student success in solving specific mathematics problems: Procedures and initial findings of accuracy, overprediction, and underprediction.
Creator: Schoen, Robert C, Iuhasz-Velez, Naomi
Abstract/Description: This report describes efforts to measure teachers’ knowledge of their own students’ abilities in mathematics. We refer to the assessment instrument described in this report as the Teacher Ability to Predict Student Success (TAPSS) instrument. The purpose of this report is to describe the data-collection procedures we used in our attempts to measure teacher judgment accuracy. The present report provides a description of the sample, a description of the study design and its realization, and...
Show moreThis report describes efforts to measure teachers’ knowledge of their own students’ abilities in mathematics. We refer to the assessment instrument described in this report as the Teacher Ability to Predict Student Success (TAPSS) instrument. The purpose of this report is to describe the data-collection procedures we used in our attempts to measure teacher judgment accuracy. The present report provides a description of the sample, a description of the study design and its realization, and descriptive statistics. The analytic sample for the spring 2014 wave of data collection involved grade 1 and grade 2 students (n = 504) and their mathematics teachers (n = 146). The analytic sample for the 2015 wave of data collection included a larger sample of students (n = 785) and their teachers (n = 200). For each student and item, the teachers predicted whether the student would solve the item correctly. Overall, teachers accurately predicted their students' performance about 60% of the time. Overprediction was more common than underproduction. We anticipate that teacher judgment accuracy will ultimately yield important insight into the elusive link between teacher knowledge and student learning. During each wave of data collection, teachers were shown a set of problems from the interview and were told which students would be attempting to solve the problems. The work described here was completed as part of a randomized controlled trial evaluating the implementation and impact of a teacher professional-development program called Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI). We anticipate that data generated with the TAPSS instrument will be used to determine the effects of the teacher professional-development program on teacher judgment accuracy and the extent to which this type of knowledge is associated with student learning. The TAPSS instrument and the sample described here represent several advancements in the field of measuring teacher judgment accuracy, including the iterative development of a new instrument available to researchers and program evaluators.
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Date Issued: 2017-05-01
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1507903318_c844f076, 10.17125/fsu.1507903318
Format: Citation

Title: Elementary Mathematics Student Assessment: Measuring the Performance of Grade K, 1, and 2 Students in Counting, Word Problems, and Computation in Fall 2015.
Creator: Schoen, Robert C., Anderson, Daniel, Champagne, Zachary, Bauduin, Charity
Abstract/Description: This report provides a description of the development process, field testing, and psychometric properties of a student mathematics test designed to assess grades K, 1, and 2 student abilities. The test was administered to 4,486 participating grade K, 1, and 2 students in 67 schools located in 10 public school districts in Florida during fall 2015. Focused on counting, word problems, and computation, the student assessment was designed to serve as a baseline measure of student achievement for...
Show moreThis report provides a description of the development process, field testing, and psychometric properties of a student mathematics test designed to assess grades K, 1, and 2 student abilities. The test was administered to 4,486 participating grade K, 1, and 2 students in 67 schools located in 10 public school districts in Florida during fall 2015. Focused on counting, word problems, and computation, the student assessment was designed to serve as a baseline measure of student achievement for use as a covariate in a randomized controlled trial evaluating the impact of a teacher professional development program called Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) on student learning.
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Date Issued: 2017-05-01
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1522170756_b9aee8c6, 10.17125/fsu.1522170756
Format: Citation

Title: Elementary Mathematics Student Assessment: Measuring the Performance of Grade 1 and 2 Students in Counting, Word Problems, and Computation in Fall 2013.
Creator: Schoen, Robert C., LaVenia, Mark, Bauduin, Charity, Farina, Kristy
Abstract/Description: This report provides a description of the development process, field testing, and psychometric properties of a student mathematics test designed to assess grades 1 and 2 student abilities. The test was administered to 2,373 participating grade 1 and 2 students in 22 schools located in 2 public school districts in Florida during fall 2013. Focused on counting, word problems, and computation, the student assessment was designed to serve as a baseline measure of student achievement in a...
Show moreThis report provides a description of the development process, field testing, and psychometric properties of a student mathematics test designed to assess grades 1 and 2 student abilities. The test was administered to 2,373 participating grade 1 and 2 students in 22 schools located in 2 public school districts in Florida during fall 2013. Focused on counting, word problems, and computation, the student assessment was designed to serve as a baseline measure of student achievement in a randomized controlled trial evaluating the impact of a teacher professional development program called Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) on student learning.
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Date Issued: 2016-12-01
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1508170543_88b3bb98, 10.17125/fsu.1508170543
Format: Citation

Title: Elementary Mathematics Student Assessment: Measuring the Performance of Grade 1 and 2 Students in Counting, Word Problems, and Computation in Fall 2014.
Creator: Schoen, Robert C., LaVenia, Mark, Bauduin, Charity, Farina, Kristy
Abstract/Description: This report provides a description of the development process, field testing, and psychometric properties of a student mathematics test designed to assess grades 1 and 2 student abilities. The test was administered to 3,080 participating grade 1 and 2 students in 22 schools located in 2 public school districts in Florida during fall 2014. Focused on counting, word problems, and computation, the student assessment was designed to serve as a baseline measure of student achievement in a...
Show moreThis report provides a description of the development process, field testing, and psychometric properties of a student mathematics test designed to assess grades 1 and 2 student abilities. The test was administered to 3,080 participating grade 1 and 2 students in 22 schools located in 2 public school districts in Florida during fall 2014. Focused on counting, word problems, and computation, the student assessment was designed to serve as a baseline measure of student achievement in a randomized controlled trial evaluating the impact of a teacher professional development program called Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) on student learning.
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Date Issued: 2016-12-01
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1508174887_7414870c, 10.17125/fsu.1508174887
Format: Citation

Title: Psychometric report on the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions test administered to elementary educators in six states in fall 2016.
Creator: Schoen, Robert C, Yang, Xiaotong, Liu, Sicong, Paek, Insu
Abstract/Description: This report provides evidence of the substantive and structural validity of the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions Test. Field-test data were gathered with a sample of 277 elementary educators, including teachers, administrators, and instructional support personnel, in fall 2016, as part of a larger study involving a multisite cluster-randomized trial evaluation design to investigate the effects of lesson study and a fractions resource toolkit on classroom instruction and student...
Show moreThis report provides evidence of the substantive and structural validity of the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions Test. Field-test data were gathered with a sample of 277 elementary educators, including teachers, administrators, and instructional support personnel, in fall 2016, as part of a larger study involving a multisite cluster-randomized trial evaluation design to investigate the effects of lesson study and a fractions resource toolkit on classroom instruction and student achievement in fractions. The web-based test was designed to measure mathematical knowledge for teaching (MKT) in the domain of fractions at the elementary level. we found that the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions test measures a dominant factor, supporting unidimensionality in the data. The purpose, or intended use, of the Knowledge for Teaching Elementary Fractions test is to produce ability estimates that can be used to investigate baseline equivalence of groups of educators in four treatment conditions, to serve as a covariate in models estimating the effect of the intervention on MKT, as well as to investigate MKT as a potential moderator of the effect of the program on teachers and students. Reliability, test-information, and item-discrimination estimates appear to fit the intended purpose of the test, although further validation will be necessary to determine whether the test is well suited for its intended use.
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Date Issued: 2018-05-30
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1531453537_f9a90ab3, 10.17125/fsu.1531453537
Format: Citation

Title: Psychometric Report for the Early Fractions Test (Version 2.2) Administered with Third- and Fourth-grade Students in Spring 2017.
Creator: Schoen, Robert C, Yang, Xiaotong, Liu, Sicong
Abstract/Description: The Early Fractions Test v2.2 is a paper-pencil test designed to measure mathematics achievement of third- and fourth-grade students in the domain of fractions. The purpose, or intended use, of the Early Fractions Test v2.2 is to serve as a measure of student outcomes in a randomized trial designed to estimate the effect of an educational intervention on student understanding and ability in the domain of early fractions concepts. In this report, we discuss our exploration of options for...
Show moreThe Early Fractions Test v2.2 is a paper-pencil test designed to measure mathematics achievement of third- and fourth-grade students in the domain of fractions. The purpose, or intended use, of the Early Fractions Test v2.2 is to serve as a measure of student outcomes in a randomized trial designed to estimate the effect of an educational intervention on student understanding and ability in the domain of early fractions concepts. In this report, we discuss our exploration of options for scoring and data modeling and make recommendations for optimal scoring and data modeling procedures. We also report on the results of data modeling, including analyses of dimensionality, scale reliability estimates, item difficult estimates, test information, and the distribution of student ability estimates. The results of these analyses are largely consistent with the findings from the analysis of data from the previous version of the Early Fractions Test (Schoen, Liu, Yang, & Paek, 2017).
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Date Issued: 2017-12-01
Identifier: FSU_libsubv1_scholarship_submission_1522698235_251a5a33, 10.17125/fsu.1522698235
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