UCI School of Nursing senate and clinical faculty are researchers actively engaged in leading-edge research that is breaking down barriers to care and transforming how it is delivered. Publications on which they are the primary investigator or co-investigator are included here.

Factors Influencing Implementation Success of the Clinical Nurse Leader Care Delivery Model: Findings From a National-Level Mixed-Methods Study

March 22nd, 2023|1 Comment

Journal of Nursing Care Quality; Miriam Bender, Marjory Williams, Gianna Chandler; Published March 22, 2023; DOI: 10.1097/NCQ.0000000000000706 Abstract Background The clinical nurse leader (CNL) care model has existed since 2007. However, there is limited [...]

Irritability: A concept analysis

March 16th, 2023|0 Comments

International Journal of Mental Health Nursing; Babak Saatchi, Ellen F. Olshansky, Michelle Fortier; Published March 16, 2023; DOI: 10.1111/inm.13140 Abstract Irritability is a term used to describe feelings of anger, annoyance and impatience, and [...]

The Association Between Korean American Nurse and Primary Care Provider Burnout, Areas of Worklife, and Perceptions of Pandemic Experience: Cross-sectional Study

March 8th, 2023|0 Comments

Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal; Linda Y. Kim, Adrienne Martinez-Hollingworth, Harriet Aronow, Isa Caffe, Wenrui Xu, Christine Khanbijian, Mason Lee, Bernice Coleman, Angela Jun; Published March 8, 2023; DOI: 10.2196/42490 Abstract Background Korean immigrants are [...]

Comparing prenatal and postpartum stress among women with previous adverse pregnancy outcomes and normal obstetric histories: A longitudinal cohort study

February 7th, 2023|0 Comments

Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare; Hannakaisa Niela-Vilen, Eeva Ekholm, Fatemeh Sarhaddi, Iman Azimi, Amir M. Rahmani, Pasi Liljeberg, Miko Pasanen, Anna Axelin; Published February 7, 2023; DOI: 10.1016/j.srhc.2023.100820 Abstract Objective The aim of this study [...]

Supporting lifestyle change in obese pregnant mothers through the wearable internet-of-things (SLIM) -intervention for overweight pregnant women: Study protocol for a quasi-experimental trial

January 19th, 2023|0 Comments

PLoS One; Johanna Saarikko, Anna Axelin, Emilia Huvinen, Amir M. Rahmani, Iman Azimi, Miko Pasanen, Hannakaisa Niela-Vilen; Published January 19, 2023; DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0279696 Abstract Objectives To assess, in terms of self-efficacy in weight management, [...]

A Descriptive Comparative Pilot Study: Association Between Use of a Self-monitoring Device and Sleep and Stress Outcomes in Pregnancy

November 28th, 2022|0 Comments

Computers Informatics Nursing; Jennifer Auxier, Milad Asgari Mehrabadi, Amir M. Rahmani, Anna Axelin; Published November 28, 2022; DOI: 10.1097/CIN.0000000000000958 Abstract Pregnancy is a challenging time for maintaining quality sleep and managing stress. Digital self-monitoring [...]

A scoping review of the literature addressing psychological well-being of racial and ethnic minority nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic

November 17th, 2022|0 Comments

Nursing Outlook; Heather L. Abrahim, E. Alison Holman; Published November 17, 2022; DOI: 10.1016/j.outlook.2022.11.003 Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the well-being of nursing professionals, especially long-term and acute care nurses, many of [...]

An Intelligent Algorithm to Predict GDP Rate and Find a Relationship Between COVID-19 Outbreak and Economic Downturn

October 26th, 2022|0 Comments

Computatioinal Economics; Amir Masoud Rahmani, Seyedeh Yasaman Hosseini Mirmahaleh; Published October 26, 2022; DOI: 10.1007/s10614-022-10332-9 Abstract With the spread of COVID-19, economic damages are challenging for governments and people's livelihood besides its dangerous and [...]

Novel blood pressure waveform reconstruction from photoplethysmography using cycle generative adversarial networks

September 8th, 2022|0 Comments

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; Milad Asgari Mehrabadi, Seyed Amir Hossein Aqajari, Amir Hosein Afandizadeh Zargari, Nikil Dutt, Amir M. Rahmani; Published September 8, 2022; DOI: 10.1109/EMBC48229.2022.9871962 Abstract Continuous monitoring of blood pressure [...]

The effectiveness of language-specific personal care education on Improving the Knowledge and Skills of Vietnamese American in-home supportive service caregivers

September 7th, 2022|0 Comments

Journal of Transcultural Nursing; Thu Hoang Vu, Eunae Ju, Julie Rousseau, Lisa Gibbs, Neika Saville, Jung-Ah Lee; Published September 5, 2022; DOI: 10.1177/10436596221121331 Abstract Background: In-Home Supportive-Services (IHSS) caregivers provide personal care assistance to low-income [...]

Pioneering COVID-19 pandemic partnerships: Federally Qualified Health Centers and geriatric workforce enhancement programs work together to care for diverse underserved older adults

September 6th, 2022|0 Comments

SAGE Journals; Lisa Gibbs, Julie Rousseau, Nina Tumosa, Roopali Gupta, Bonnie Olsen, Anna Faul, Jennifer Reichstadt, Samantha Cotton, Theresa Sivers-Teixiera, Neika Saville, Jung-Ah Lee; Published September 6, 2022; DOI: 10.1177/23337214221122523 Abstract Background: The COVID-19 [...]

A multi-method exploration of mindfulness as a coping tool: Perspectives from trauma-exposed, unhoused women residing at a drug treatment facility

August 6th, 2022|0 Comments

Stress and Health; Dana Rose Garfin, Alexandra Amador, Jessica Osorio, Krista Sadiwa Ruivivar, April Torres, Adeline M. Nyamathi; published August 6, 2022; DOI: 10.1002/smi.3188 Abstract This multi-method study examined perspectives on mindfulness and coping [...]

Perceptions of homeless adults and their providers on coping with the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on mental health, substance use, and harm reduction services

August 1st, 2022|0 Comments

Global Qualitative Nursing Research; Adeline M. Nyamathi, Lillian Gelberg, Darlene Lee, Nicholas Arce, Alexandria Patten-Jones, Kartik Yadav, Maniyah Goodwine, Mitra Alikhani, Maritas Yao, Alicia H. Chang, Benissa E. Salem; published July 27, 2022; DOI: [...]

Psychiatric nurses’ experiences and the emotional and psychological sequelae after being psychologically or physically assaulted in psychiatric units: A phenomenological study

July 3rd, 2022|0 Comments

Archives of Psychiatric Nursing; Abdallah Abu Khait, Shaher H. Hamaideh, Mohammed Aldalaykeh, Ayat Alhamdan, Mark Lazenby; Published July 3, 2022; DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2022.06.005 Abstract Aim: This study aimed to describe psychiatric nurses' experiences and the [...]

Priming close social contact protective behaviors enhances protective social norms perceptions, protection views, and self-protective behaviors during disasters

June 27th, 2022|0 Comments

International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction; Gabrielle Wong-Parodi, Dana Rose Garfin; Published June 27, 2022; DOI: 10.1016/j.ijdrr.2022.103135 Abstract Many people do not make choices that minimize risk in the face of health and environmental threats. [...]

Priming close social contact protective behaviors enhances protective social norms perceptions, protection views, and self-protective behaviors during disasters

June 27th, 2022|0 Comments

International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction; Gabrielle Wong-Parodi, Dana Rose Garfin; Published June 27, 2022; DOI: 10.1016/j.ijdrr.2022.103135 Abstract Many people do not make choices that minimize risk in the face of health and environmental threats. [...]

Acute Stress, Worry, and Impairment in Health Care and Non-Health Care Essential Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

April 29th, 2022|0 Comments

Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy; Dana Rose Garfin, Lindita Djokovic, Roxane Cohen Silver and E. Alison Holman; Published May 2022; https://doi.org/10.1037/tra0001224 Objective Health care and non-health care essential workers working in face-to-face interactions [...]

Parental Preconception Adversity and Offspring Health in African Americans: A Systematic Review of Intergenerational Studies

March 4th, 2022|0 Comments

Trauma, Violence, & Abuse; Josiah A. Sweeting, Adebisi A. Akinyemi, Ellen Alison Holman; published March, 4, 2022; DOI: 10.1177/15248380221074320. Abstract Background This systematic review explores the empirical literature addressing the association between parental preconception adversity [...]

Comparison of Oura Smart Ring Against ActiGraph Accelerometer for Measurement of Physical Activity and Sedentary Time in a Free-Living Context

February 22nd, 2022|0 Comments

Computers, Informatics, Nursing; Hannakaisa Niela-Vilen, Iman Azimi, Kristin Suorsa, Fatemeh Sarhaddi, Sari Stenholm, Pasi Liljeberg, Amir M. Rahmani, Anna Axelin; published February 28, 2022; DOI: 10.1097/CIN.0000000000000885 Abstract Smart rings, such as the Oura ring, might [...]

Risk Perceptions and Health Behaviors as COVID-19 Emerged in the United States: Results From a Probability-Based Nationally Representative Sample

January 26th, 2022|0 Comments

Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied, Vol. 27, Issue 4; Dana Rose Garfin, PhD; Baruch Fischhoff, PhD; Alison Holman, PhD; Roxane Cohen Silver, PhD; Original publication date: Jan. 25, 2022; https://doi.org/10.1037/xap0000374 Abstract Understanding psychosocial correlates of [...]

Accuracy Assessment of Oura Ring Nocturnal Heart Rate and Heart Rate Variability in Comparison With Electrocardiography in Time and Frequency Domains: Comprehensive Analysis

January 18th, 2022|0 Comments

Journal of Medical Internet Research; Rui Cao, Iman Azimi, Fatemeh Sarhaddi, Hannakaisa Niela-Vilen, Anna Axelin, Pasi Liljeberg, Amir M. Rahmani; 2022 Jan. 18; PMID: 35040799; DOI: 10.2196/27487. Abstract Background: Photoplethysmography is a noninvasive and low-cost method to [...]

34th Annual APRN Legislative Update: Trends in APRN practice authority during the COVID-19 global pandemic

January 13th, 2022|0 Comments

Susanne J Phillips; Original Publication Date: Jan. 1, 2022; DOI: 10.1097/01.NPR.0000802996.14636.1c.  Abstract  Relaxation of existing regulations in supervision, collaboration, license renewal, and portability due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic improved practice authority for advanced practice [...]

Lean Mass Improvement from Nutrition Education and Protein Supplementation among Rural Indian Women Living with HIV/AIDS: Results from Cluster Randomized Factorial Trial at 18-Month Follow-Up

December 30th, 2021|0 Comments

Nutrients; Catherine L. Carpenter, Kavita Kapur, Padma Ramakrishna, Suresh Pamujula, Kartik Yadav, Jennifer E. Giovanni, Olivia Julian, Maria L. Ekstrand, Sanjeev Sinha and Adeline M. Nyamathi; Published: Dec. 30, 2021; DOI: 10.3390/nu14010179 Abstract Loss of [...]

Association Between Maternal HIV Stigma Among South Indian Mothers Living with HIV and the CD4 Count of Children Living with HIV

December 17th, 2021|0 Comments

Valerie Pham, Adeline M. Nyamathi, Maria L. Ekstrand, Sanjeev Sinha, Kartik Yadav, Sanghyuk S. Shin; Original publication date: Dec. 11, 2021; DOI: doi.org/10.1007/s10461-021-03537-w Abstract HIV stigma takes a multidimensional toll on a mother’s ability to [...]

Designing an mHealth Roadmap for the Journey to Self-Management: A Qualitative Study with Adolescents and Young Adults Living with Chronic Illness

December 17th, 2021|0 Comments

Caitlin S. Sayegh, Ellen Iverson, Clarissa Newman, Diane Tanaka, Ellen F. Olshansky, Clarisa Wijaya, Marvin Belzer; Original publication date: Dec. 14, 2021; DOI: 10.1177/17423953211067436 Abstract Objectives: Adolescents and young adults (AYA) with chronic illnesses often struggle [...]

Telemedicine and patient satisfaction during the COVID-19 pandemic: A case-control study of outpatient pediatric urology patients

December 6th, 2021|0 Comments

Sarah A. Holzman, Carol A. Davis-Dao, Antoine E. Khoury, Michelle A. Fortier, Zeev N. Kain; Original publication date: Dec. 6, 2021; DOI: 10.1177/13674935211058272 Abstract Telemedicine has increased during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. Our objective [...]

Investigation of machine learning and deep learning approaches for detection of mild traumatic brain injury from human sleep electroencephalogram

November 13th, 2021|0 Comments

Manoj Vishwanath, Salar Jafarlou, Ikhwan Shin, Nikil Dutt, Amir M. Rahmani, Carolyn E. Jones, Miranda M. Lim, Hung Cao; Original publication date: November 2021; DOI: 10.1109/EMBC46164.2021.9630423 Abstract Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a highly prevalent [...]

Transition to Practice for California’s Nurse Practitioners: Lessons from Other States

November 3rd, 2021|0 Comments

Susanne Phillips, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN; Publication date: Nov. 3, 2021; https://www.chcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/TransitionPracticeNPsLessonsOtherStates.pdf Abstract The signing of AB 890 (Wood) in September 2020 opened the pathway for nurse practitioners (NPs) in California to treat patients [...]

Self-care: A concept analysis

September 5th, 2021|0 Comments

Nicole Martínez, Cynthia D.Connelly, Alexa Pérez, Patricia Calero; Publication date: September 5, 2021; https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnss.2021.08.007 Abstract Objectives There is extensive literature from various disciplines on self-care, an important aspect of nursing intervention via evaluation and education, but [...]

Effect of a Nurse-Led Community Health Worker Intervention on Latent Tuberculosis Medication Completion Among Homeless Adults

August 9th, 2021|0 Comments

Nyamathi, Adeline; Salem, Benissa E.; Shin, Sanghyuk S.; Jones, Adrianna A.; Garfin, Dana R.; Yadav, Kartik; Chang, Alicia; White, Kathryn; Morisky, Don; Original publication date: Aug 9, 2021; DOI: 10.1097/NNR.0000000000000545 Abstract Background Tuberculosis (TB) disproportionately affects [...]

Multivariable Analysis of Patient Satisfaction in the Pediatric Emergency Department

August 4th, 2021|0 Comments

Theodore W Heyming, Candice D Donaldson, Louis Ehwerhemuepha, William Feaster, Michelle A Fortier, Zeev N Kain; First published: Aug 4, 2021; DOI: 10.1097/PEC.0000000000002514 Abstract Background: Published data on predictive factors associated with parent satisfaction from care in a pediatric emergency department (ED) [...]

Engaging the Community in Designing a Hepatitis C Virus Treatment Program for Adults Experiencing Homelessness

June 30th, 2021|0 Comments

Adeline M. Nyamathi, Sarah Akure Wall, Kartik Yadav, Sanghyuk S. Shin, Alicia Chang, Nicholas Arce, Helena Cuellar, Shannon Fernando, Kathryn White, Lillian Gelberg, Benissa E. Salem; First published June 30, 2021; https://doi.org/10.1177/10497323211021782 Abstract Despite the [...]

A study protocol to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the Clinical Nurse Leader Care Model in improving quality and safety outcomes

May 3rd, 2021|0 Comments

Miriam Bender, Marjory Williams, Maricela F. Cruz, Claude Rubinson; Nursing Open 2021; First published 03 May 2021; DOI: 10.1002/nop2.910 Abstract Aims: Patients are harmed or die every year because of unsafe, inappropriate or inadequate healthcare [...]

“It’s a horrible assignment”: A qualitative study of labor and delivery nurses’ experience caring for patients undergoing labor induction for fetal anomalies or fetal demise

April 21st, 2021|0 Comments

Blake Zwerling, Julie Rousseau, Kelly Marie Ward, Ellen Olshansky, Alyssa Lo, Heike Thiel de Bocanegra, Tabetha Harken; First published April 21, 2021; DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.contraception.2021.04.014 Abstract Objectives This study sought to explore labor and delivery (L&D) nurses’ [...]

Evaluating Opioid Dispensing Rates among Pediatrics and Young Adults based on CURES Data Reporting in California from 2015-2019

March 3rd, 2021|0 Comments

Michael T Phan, Courtney Wong, Daniel M Tomaszewski, Zeev N Kain, Brooke Jenkins, Candice Donaldson, Michelle Fortier, Sun Yang; First published: March 3, 2021; DOI: 10.37901/jcphp20-00012 Abstract Background: Receipt of opioid prescriptions in pediatric and young adult patients may be a risk factor for [...]

Mental health of women living with HIV and its impact on child development in Andhra Pradesh, India

February 22nd, 2021|0 Comments

Veena A. Satyanarayana, Hadley R. Burroughs, Elsa Heylen, Kartik Yadav, Sanjeev Sinha, Adeline Nyamathi and Maria L. Ekstrand; Original publication date: Feb. 22, 2021; DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/17450128.2021.1883785 Abstract Global literature examining the association between mental health [...]

National Opinions on Death Penalty Punishment for the Boston Marathon Bomber Before vs. After Sentencing

November 1st, 2020|0 Comments

Rebecca R Thompson, Dana Rose Garfin, E. Alison Holman, Roxane Cohen Silver; First published: Nov 2020; DOI: 10.1037/law0000244 Abstract Humans seek consistency between their internal thoughts and the outside world. Thus, when legal authorities make decisions, people are likely [...]