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Showing 1 to 20 of 535 for “"DNP"”.
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Investigation of DNP mechanisms : the solid effect
Dynamic Nuclear Polarization (DNP) enhances signal to noise in NMR experiments, by transferring the large electron Boltzmann polarization to nuclear polarization, via application of pulsed or continuous-wave microwave irradiation. This results in increases in NMR sensitivity of 2-3 orders of …
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Pain medication management : a quality improvement DNP project
Problem: Medication administration errors (MAEs) related to pain management remain a significant patient safety concern in hospital settings. A safety event involving opioid overmedication requiring naloxone at a community hospital prompted a root cause analysis. Findings identified inconsistent …
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Creating an Interactive DNP Project Repository:A Model for Change
… systems and technology. With the growth of the DNP clinical doctorate programs, and final outcome projects there is a need for specialized DNP database for a new method of data entry and retrieval for DNP’s. The creation of a resource specific to DNP students and faculty can provide easier …
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Approaches to intermolecular structure elucidation utilizing NMR and DNP parameters
… transfer (LLIT) dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) to study the microwave power needed to achieve saturation using deuterated and nondeuterated 2,4,6-tri-tert-butylphenoxy and galvinoxyl radicals, and ¹⁴N labelled, nondeuterated and ¹⁴N labelled, deuterated 4-hydroxy-TEMPO radicals. Also, …
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Improving skin care and cancer prevention patient education : a DNP project
A DNP project focusing on the skin cancer prevention and education. The project implemented a online-based teaching method to improve primary care provider knowledge and confidence in skin cancer prevention education.
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Improving clinical confidence in nursing residents through mentorship : a DNP project
Problem: Based on feedback from previous nurse residents, they did not feel sufficiently supported within their units during their transition from student to professional. New RNs often lack confidence in performing tasks, including advanced nursing skills, medication administration, managing …
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Improving best practice guidelines for Xylazine-related wounds : a DNP project
Problem: Xylazine, an alpha 2-agonist used in veterinary medicine, is increasingly found in illicit drugs, leading to severe cutaneous injuries among substance use disorder (SUD) patients. These wounds are often misidentified and improperly treated due to a lack of awareness and guidelines among …
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Educating on Xylazine-associated wound care best practices : a DNP project
Problem: There has been an increase in xylazine use across the United States. This is due to xylazine being used as an adulterant into illicit drugs. There are several adverse effects from xylazine use, with a major complication being xylazine-associated wounds. Purpose: To spread awareness about …
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DNP project : improving childhood wellness knowledge in a mid-Michigan community
… The purpose of this Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project was to implement and evaluate a childhood wellness program in a public library setting to improve knowledge of nutrition, physical activity, and mental wellness among children ages 8-11 and their families. Using a program evaluation …
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DNP project : improving cardiovascular health knowledge in a mid-Michigan community
Problem Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States, yet many adults lack the knowledge and confidence needed to adopt heart-healthy behaviors. Limited access to community-based education contributes to gaps in health literacy, prevention, …
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Applications of DNP and solid-state NMR for protein structure determination
… MAS NMR with dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP). The application of SSNMR-DNP to protein structure determination is explored using malonic acid and a model peptide system, WT-TTR105-115. A custom built MAS-SSNMR probe is modified for the purpose of MAS-SSNMR DNP experiments.
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High Field DNP NMR probe design and application in crystalline solids
Dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) is a valuable tool which can be used to enhance nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) signal intensities in a variety of biological and materials science systems, by transferring polarization from unpaired electrons to nuclei. In this thesis, the mechanical design and …
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High field DNP and cryogenic MAS NMR : novel instrumentation and applications
… based high-field dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) permits increasing the sensitivity of ssNMR by 1-2 orders magnitude, significantly extending the reach of ssNMR. Successful application of ssNMR/DNP at 5T and 9.4T stimulated interest to extending this technique to higher fields and new …
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LC - ¹³C NMR utilizing dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) for signal enhancement
… has utilized dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) to ameliorate these otherwise weak or non-existent signals. For favorable molecules, sensitivity recoveries of up to two orders of magnitude have been developed. This improvement (relative to 'H) narrows the sensitivity gap between 'H and ¹³C …
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A DNP project : implementation of a monitoring agreement for patients receiving antipsychotic treatment
This quality improvement project evaluated the implementation of a standardized antipsychotic monitoring and informed consent form within an outpatient psychiatric practice. The aim was to improve documentation of informed consent and adherence to guideline-based metabolic monitoring among …
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Implementation of a care bundle model for pressure injury prevention, a DNP project
Background: A small suburban hospital in the southern United States has seen an increase in hospital-acquired pressure injuries over the past two fiscal years. Care bundles are evidence-based interventions used in healthcare to standardize preventative measures and improve patient outcomes. The …
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A DNP project : training teachers in mindfulness techniques to address ADHD-related classroom challenges
Problem: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects 11.3% of children aged 5-17 years, often leading to classroom disruptions and behavioral issues. These challenges contribute to increased disciplinary actions, negatively impacting academic and social outcomes. Teachers often lack the …
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Evaluating mitochondrial uncoupling potentials of A7E and DNP in Saccharomyces cerevisiae : implications for human obesity
… basal metabolic rate. 2,4-Dinitrophenol (DNP) successfully uncouples but was banned in 1938 because of a narrow window between efficacy and toxicity. PURPOSE: To measure the ability of a blend that reportedly contains 17-dihydroxy-delta-5-etiocholane-7-one and p-methylcarbonylethylphenol …
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Increasing knowledge of stress reduction strategies for school bus drivers : a quality improvement DNP project
Work-related stress is a significant challenge impacting employee well-being, particularly among school bus drivers. This project aimed to enhance stress management awareness among school bus drivers through educational interventions focused on awareness of mindfulness and resilience techniques. …
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