Faith Community Nurses Making a Difference for Older African Americans in a Pandemic Bradley, Linda Bradley, Linda Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 39(4):E80-E84, October/December 2022. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
A Faith-Based Intervention to Improve Hypertension Management Among African Americans Harvin, Lori A.; Winter, Dorothea M.; Hoover, Evelyn L.; More Harvin, Lori A.; Winter, Dorothea M.; Hoover, Evelyn L.; Lewis, Lisa M. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 37(1):38-45, January/March 2020. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy CE Test
The Family Meal Challenge: A Faith-Based Intervention to Empower Families Fruh, Sharon M.; Mulekar, Madhuri S.; Crook, Errol; More Fruh, Sharon M.; Mulekar, Madhuri S.; Crook, Errol; Hall, Heather R.; Adams, James; Lemley, Trey Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 35(3):191-197, July/September 2018. Show More Show Less A Family Meal Challenge was developed to empower individuals to eat healthy meals together as a family. This article discusses how the challenge was presented in churches faith-based ministries, and community service programs in health disparity zip codes.Information is provided to create and implement the challenge in any faith setting. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy CE Test
African American Hemodialysis Patients' Perceptions of Faith and Nursing Nix, Elizabeth Seaton Nix, Elizabeth Seaton Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 34(4):E56-E59, October/December 2017. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Abstinence-Only Sex Education Fails African American Youth Breunig, Michelle Breunig, Michelle Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 34(3):E41-E48, July/September 2017. Show More Show Less ABSTRACT: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) disproportionately affect U.S. African American (AA) youth. In AA faith communities, cultural practices have contributed to increased STI rates because abstinence-only-until-marriage education programs do not teach the use of condoms or birth control for preventing STIs or pregnancy. Comprehensive sex education or abstinence-plus programs have been reported to increase STI knowledge and reduce risk-taking behaviors in adolescents and young adults. Evidence supports computerized education to increase STI knowledge and decrease risky sexual behaviors of AA churchgoing youth. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Spiritual/Religious Beliefs & Medication Adherence in Black Women with Hypertension Abel, Willie M.; Greer, Danice B. Abel, Willie M.; Greer, Danice B. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 34(3):164-169, July/September 2017. Show More Show Less Hypertension in Black Women Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy SDC
End of Life in a Haitian American, Faith-Based Community: Caring for Family and Communal Unity Ladd, Susan Charlotte; Gordon, Shirley C. Ladd, Susan Charlotte; Gordon, Shirley C. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 34(1):E8-E18, January/March 2017. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Defining Hope Among HIV-Positive African American Females Kennedy, Toshua W. Kennedy, Toshua W. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 32(3):156-161, July/September 2015. Show More Show Less HIV affects heterosexual African American females with morbidity and mortality rates higher than females of any other race. Understanding how to promote hope in this population is an important nursing task. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: HIV affects heterosexual African American females with morbidity and mortality rates higher than females of any other race. Understanding how to promote hope in this population is an important nursing task. Buy
Equipping African American Clergy to Recognize Depression Anthony, Jean Spann; Morris, Edith; Collins, Charles W.; More Anthony, Jean Spann; Morris, Edith; Collins, Charles W.; Watson, Albert; Williams, Jennifer E.; Ferguson, B'nai; Ruhlman, Deborah L. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 33(4):230-237, October/December 2016. Show More Show Less Many African Americans turn to clergy when depressed, but clergy don’t know how to help or when to refer to mental health services. Nurse developed workshops can train clergy to effectively offer help. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Many African Americans turn to clergy when depressed, but clergy don't know how to help or when to refer to mental health services. Nurse developed workshops can train clergy to effectively offer help. Buy CE Test
Church Member Support Benefits Psychological Well-Being of Pregnant African American Women Giurgescu, Carmen; Murn, Nicole L. Giurgescu, Carmen; Murn, Nicole L. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 33(2):87-91, April/June 2016. Show More Show Less How does faith community support help pregnant AA women with depressive symptoms? Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: African American (AA) women are more likely to experience depressive symptoms in pregnancy compared with pregnant non-Hispanic white women. Does faith community support help? Buy
Older African Americans' Beliefs about Pain, Biomedicine, and Spiritual Medicine Booker, Staja Q. Booker, Staja Q. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 32(3):148-155, July/September 2015. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Persistent pain affects 100 million Americans, but is especially problematic for older African Americans due to disparities in pain management and health outcomes. How can nurses help? Go to Full Text of this Article Free SDC CE Test
Faith in Action: Serving Single Moms Briggs, Crista L.; Lovan, Sherry; Cornell, Audrey Briggs, Crista L.; Lovan, Sherry; Cornell, Audrey Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 28(4):223-225, October-December 2011. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: What do single mothers, oil changes, and health promotion have in common? See how these nurses made the connection. Buy
Recipe For Health: Impacting Diabetes in African Americans Through Faith-Based Education Gore, Teresa N.; Williams, Anne; Sanderson, Bonnie Gore, Teresa N.; Williams, Anne; Sanderson, Bonnie Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 29(1):49-53, January/March 2012. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Training lay leaders in churches who in turn teach others can create a ripple effect of knowledge, improve health, and reduce diabetes complications. Buy
Defy Diabetes! A Unique Partnership With Faith Community/Parish Nurses to Impact Diabetes Austin, Sandra; Brennan-Jordan, Nancy; Frenn, Debra; More Austin, Sandra; Brennan-Jordan, Nancy; Frenn, Debra; Kelman, Glenda; Sheehan, Angela; Scotti, Dolores Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 30(4):238-243, October/December 2013. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Using the Chronic Care Model, Defy Diabetes! demonstrates unique partnerships for impacting community health. Buy
Using Community-Based Participatory Research in Parish Nursing: A Win-Win Situation! Maitlen, Lynn A.; Bockstahler, Amie M.; Belcher, Anne E. Maitlen, Lynn A.; Bockstahler, Amie M.; Belcher, Anne E. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 29(4):222-227, October/December 2012. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: University graduate students partnered with a large urban Hospital Parish Nurse Program for a CBPR project that helped everyone win! Data were used to write grant proposals and expand services to impact high obesity rates in the community. Buy
Soul Therapy: Humor & Music with African-American Clients Campinha-Bacote, by Josepha Campinha-Bacote, by Josepha Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 10(2):23-26, Spring 1993. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
The Consequences of Crushing Poverty: A Nurse Fights Back Schomus, Irene Schomus, Irene Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 30(1):30-33, January/March 2013. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Originally printed in 1984, this author offers powerful insight into the cycle of poverty, how healthcare professionals can make a difference, and God's vision for treatment of the poor. Buy
Creating a Culture for Evidence-Based Practice in the Faith Community Lashley, Mary Lashley, Mary Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 30(3):158-163, July/September 2013. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: There is little research that addresses the impact of faith community nursing (FCN) on health outcomes or evaluates FCN programs. How can FCNs bring research into the faith community and build evidence-based practice?The CE test for this article is available only online at NursingCenter.com/CE/CNJ. Buy CE Test
From Doing to Being: Incorporating Faith into Diabetes Self-Care Education Ammerman, Cathy Eden; Harden, Kelly; Mitchell, C. Ben Ammerman, Cathy Eden; Harden, Kelly; Mitchell, C. Ben Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 32(4):224-231, October/December 2015. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Many with diabetes see making long-term lifestyle changes as overwhelming. Discover tools that can empower a lifetime commitment to health. Buy SDC CE Test
Using the Internet to Increase Physical Activity in a Faith Community Washington, Enrika; Weed, Latricia Diane; Vardaman, Shellye A. Washington, Enrika; Weed, Latricia Diane; Vardaman, Shellye A. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 32(3):168-173, July/September 2015. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The Internet offers a simple, no cost way to deliver health information. Discover how an Internet intervention to increase physical activity was implemented in one church—and what happened. Buy CE Test
Is Faith-Based Health Promotion Effective? Results From Two Programs Whisenant, Debra; Cortes, Cyndi; Hill, John Whisenant, Debra; Cortes, Cyndi; Hill, John Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 31(3):188-193, July/September 2014. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Can churches promote health and impact the rising problem of obesity and chronic illness? Buy
Teleclasses Improve Belonging, Vitality, and Health in Church Homebound Hayman, Kimberly Hayman, Kimberly Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 29(4):243-245, October/December 2012. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: This nurse started a class in her church to reach out to and connect homebound members using the telephone and conference calling. The results and health outcomes are astonishing. Buy
Health Ministry Partnerships: Creating a Habit for Health Horton, Shalonda E. B.; Alvear, Elizabeth E.; Horton, Daryl L. Horton, Shalonda E. B.; Alvear, Elizabeth E.; Horton, Daryl L. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 31(1):28-34, January/March 2014. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Learn about a partnership between a church and a state university that grew out of a desire to reduce obesity in the congregation and a nurse educator looking for clinical experience for students. The results are exciting!The CE test for this article is available only online at NursingCenter.com/CE/CNJ Buy CE Test
Prostate Cancer Support Groups in a Local Faith Community Wilson, Sonya Marie Wilson, Sonya Marie Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 31(4):E8-E11, October/December 2014. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: In 2014, there will be 233,000 new cases and 29,480 prostate cancer deaths. Support groups can make a difference. Buy
Complementary and Alternative Therapy Use in Breast Cancer: Notable Findings Eckerd Lambe, Camille Eckerd Lambe, Camille Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 30(4):218-225, October/December 2013. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: How do African and European American women with breast cancer use CAM? Buy SDC
African American Church Health Programs: What Works? Timmons, Shirley M. Timmons, Shirley M. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 27(2):100-105, April-June 2010. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Churches can address African American health through primary prevention, but little is known about what is effective. Buy
African American Women and Smoking: Spiritual Well-Being Makes A Difference Franklin, Wanda J. Franklin, Wanda J. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 28(3):162-167, July-September 2011. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Spiritual well-being may provide a protective property against stress and the desire to smoke in African American women—and should impact nursing care in this population. Buy
Training Lay Volunteers to Promote Health in Central-City African American Churches Ellis, Julie L.; Morzinski, Jeffrey A. Ellis, Julie L.; Morzinski, Jeffrey A. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 30(2):112-116, April/June 2013. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The Elder Community Health Upholder (ECHU) project addressed health needs of older African Americans in medically underserved areas of Milwaukee. Discover how professionals and lay volunteers started health initiatives in nine churches. Buy
Tipping the Scales on Obesity: Church-Based Health Promotion for African American Women Cooper, Kami C.; King, Michalene A.; Sarpong, Daniel F. Cooper, Kami C.; King, Michalene A.; Sarpong, Daniel F. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 32(1):41-45, January/March 2015. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Learn about project TEACH - Transforming, Empowering, and Affecting Congregation Health, a sustainable faith-based, culturally competent, nutrition and exercise program. Buy
Faith, Beliefs, and “Not Claiming” Disease: An African American Woman's Story of Diabetes and Coronary Symptoms McKenzie, Carolyn; Skelly, Anne H. McKenzie, Carolyn; Skelly, Anne H. Less Journal of Christian Nursing. 31(2):E1-E6, April/June 2014. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Diabetes affects more African American women and outcomes are more severe than in other ethnic groups. An African American woman's experience with diabetes offers insights to improve care. Don't miss “Caring Suggestions to Help Patients With Challenges of Diabetes Self-Management.” Buy
