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Through programs of interdisciplinary research and scholarship, faculty at the FPB School of Nursing are committed to the development and dissemination of new knowledge to support nursing practice and education. Focused programs of research and research training include:


Collaborative relationships with students, clinical agencies and communities support innovative, outcome-based research and the advancement of knowledge.


Cardiopulmonary

This area of research focuses on various topics that include behavioral changes to effectively prevent or manage cardiovascular events; weaning from mechanical ventilation; and adult failure to thrive.

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Gerontology

The gerontology research area encompasses both behavioral and physiologic studies of the elderly. Primary areas of research interest include aging, caregiving, and chronic disease management.

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Health Services

This area includes tw broad topics: (1) hospital systems and workplace issues such as staffing levels, patient safety, and policies and (2) patient discharge issues such as home health care, rehospitalization, and health care utilization.

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Maternal-Child

The maternal-child area of research is comprehensive, encompassing all aspects of the mother, including pregnancy, lactation, and caregiving. Child behavior, development, and health from infancy through adolescence are also a focus. All research is based on the Healthy People 2010 goals, with a significant portion devoted to disparity issues.

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Mental Health

Mental health research focuses on the behavioral, psychological, and social processes involved in preserving and promoting optimal mental health for individuals across the lifespan and their families. Research integrating physical and mental health care issues is of primary concern.

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Oncology/Genetics

The oncology research focus is dedicated to research on cancer symptom alleviation and follow-up care for cancer survivors. The genetics research focus involves the study of the genetic bases for a variety of diseases and their effects.

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