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Schedule
2026
Wednesday, April 22nd
10:20 AM

A Historical Analysis of the Development of Childbirth in the U. S.

Kristen Montgomery
Kayleigh Berg BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Emily Greer BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Marsha Hedgecough BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Emma Holden BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Halle Ingle BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Alexis Tolbert BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University

10:20 AM - 10:30 AM

10:20 AM

Needs of Military Families Living Off Base

Kristen Montgomery PhD, CNM, APRN
Jacqui Dowell BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
julia Ferrell BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Allie Freund BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Holly Magner BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Nicole Miller BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Silvana Skoko BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University

10:20 AM - 10:30 AM

10:45 AM

Using Path Analysis to Examine the Psychological Well-being Model for U.S. College Students

Pi-Ming Yeh, East Tennessee State University
Cheng-Huei Chiao, Missouri Western State University
Gavin Waters, Missouri Western State University

10:45 AM - 11:05 AM

11:05 AM

A Historical Analysis of Prior Pandemics and Societal Responses

Kristen Montgomery, East Tennessee State University
John Laws BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Chelsie Everhart BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Paige Foutch BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Lee Gourley BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Haley Redwine BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Hannah Whelchel BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University

11:05 AM - 11:25 AM

11:05 AM

A Historical study of the Nursing role

Kristen Montgomery
Jessica Aranda BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Amanda Dalton BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Machea Scott BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Lisa DeSantis BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Halle Hilton BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University

11:05 AM - 11:25 AM

11:05 AM

Nurses and Families Readiness for Care Expectations

Kristen Montgomery
Jade Witham BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Dallas Tucker BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Joseph Healy BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Courtney Ball BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Hannah Wood BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Blair Tidwell BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Monica Roberts BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University

11:05 AM - 11:25 AM

11:05 AM

The Effects of Coal Mining on Health Outcomes in Appalachia

Kristen Montgomery
Anna Mueller BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Afrodita Agular BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Olivia Carr BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Ashleigh Helton BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Amy Register BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University

11:05 AM - 11:25 AM

11:25 AM

Implementing the ABCDEF Bundle in a Rural Critical Care

Kayla Hubbard, East Tennessee State University

11:25 AM - 11:45 AM

1:00 PM

Association of Self-Efficacy, Preceptor Teaching, and Role Modeling with Practice Preparedness in Student Nurse Practitioners

Quinton Carroll, East Tennessee State University
Pi-Ming Yeh, East Tennessee State University
Jean Croce Hemphill, East Tennessee State University
Melessia Webb, East Tennessee State University
Alex Sargsyan, East Tennessee State University

1:00 PM - 1:20 PM

1:30 PM

Building the Nursing Leadership Pipeline: Outcomes of a Statewide Emerging Nurse Leader Fellowhip

Kathleen Kinser DNP, APRN, East Tennessee State University
Belinda J. Fleming PhD, East Tennessee State University
Christie Manasco PhD, East Tennessee State University
Monaco M. Briggs EdD, East Tennessee State University
Yan Cao PhD, East Tennessee State University
Jennifer Hitt PhD, East Tennessee State University

1:30 PM - 1:50 PM

1:50 PM

A Systematic Literature Review Examining Suicide Risk Factors in Older Adults

Carolyn Bivens, East Tennessee State University

1:50 PM - 2:20 PM

1:50 PM

Adolescent Depression, Telepsychiatry, and Access

Dustin Strickland, East Tennessee State University

1:50 PM - 2:20 PM

1:50 PM

Improving GLP-1 RA Initiation in Primary Care Through a Paper-Based Clinical Decision Support Tool

Carissa R. Bowery, East Tennessee State University
Karen Carver, East Tennessee State University

1:50 PM - 2:20 PM

1:50 PM

Mindfulness-based Therapy for the Treatment of Anxiety in Adolescents

Alicia LeMaster, East Tennessee State University

1:50 PM - 2:20 PM

1:50 PM

Postpartum Psychosis Risk in Women with Bipolar Disorder

Rachel R. Lay, East Tennessee State University

1:50 PM - 2:20 PM

1:50 PM

The Role of Nurses in Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Tehya Wiedemeier, King University
Gretchen Faith Grambow, King University
Ella Froehlich, King University
Whitney Anna Holmes, King University

1:50 PM - 2:20 PM

2:30 PM

A Historical Analysis of the Development of Prenatal Care in the U. S.

Kristen Montgomery PhD, CNM, APRN
Shelby Greene BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Lauren Griffin BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Destiny Lewis BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Lauryn Lewis BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Bryleigh Newberry BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Brittany Scott BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2:30 PM

A Systematic Literature Review on Alternative Treatment Modalities in Adults with Treatment Resistant Depression

Brian Miller, East Tennessee State University

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2:30 PM

Does mandated paid maternity leave affect postpartum depression?

Amaya S. Hall, King College
Shay Y. Bullwinkel, King College
Loran M. Hurley, King College
Sara Cook, King College

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2:30 PM

Does Time Matter? Comparing 8- and 12-Hour Registered Nurse Shifts.

Ava P. King, King College
Abby L. Goodall, King College
Cheryl L. Goodall, King College
Makayla B. Ramsey, King College
Imari K. Golden, King College

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2:30 PM

Historical Development of Vaccines and the Public's Response

Kristen Montgomery
Samantha Prince BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Melissa Ealey BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Jarrad Morelock BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Shelby Johnson BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Kokeshia Crosby BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Stephanies Himes BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University
Theresia Hinton BSN, RN, East Tennessee State University

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2:30 PM

Nurse-to-Patient Ratios in Adult Medical-Surgical Units

Kayleigh A. Runion, King University
Emily G. Barnette, King University
Maddison K. Wood, King University
Jeremy Walker, King University

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2:30 PM

The Impact of Social Interaction on Patient Well-Being with Transition into Long-Term Care Settings: A Review of Interventions for Improved Patient Outcomes

Helen Whitney Harmon, East Tennessee State University

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

2:30 PM

Treating Depression with L-Methylfolate: A Review of Evidence

Marianna G. Pettit, East Tennessee State University

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM