2008 Pollak Library Prize
for Undergraduate Research Papers and Projects

 
Honorable Mention Andrea Keak
Major Nursing
Paper The stress of Lupus in a young female adult
Course Nursing 305 L
Supporting Faculty Dr. Stephanie Vaughn

Andrea's paper is an investigation of the psychosocial issues that young women with Lupus face. It details "non-medical" aspects of patient care for those suffering from this debilitating disease.

Comments from Dr. Stephanie Vaughn's support letter: 

“[Andrea] applied the nursing process to the clinical scenario and established a plan of care that could be used to meet the holistic needs of the clients who suffer with LE [Lupus]....I am pleased that Andrea enjoyed developing this paper and the information that she gained is invaluable as I am confident she will apply it in her clinical practice."