What is holistic nursing

Holistic nursing isn’t new. Florence Nightingale’s environmental theory emphasized the healing power of light, air, and cleanliness, an early recognition of the interconnectedness of…

Workplace Safety: A multidisciplinary approach

Nurses know that although workplace violence (WPV) isn’t part of our job, we frequently encounter it. Patients, visitors, and, unfortunately, sometimes co-workers can become verbally, sexually, or physically aggressive. As noted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), healthcare…

When “just asking AI” becomes a HIPAA problem

It takes 10 seconds. A confusing lab value, an odd medication combination, a wound that doesn’t look like anything in the textbook, and your phone is in your pocket. Pulling up an AI chatbot on your personal phone for a…

The nurse’s role in ketamine infusion therapy

According to Rawat and colleagues, one-third of patients receiving treatment for depressive disorders may be resistant to commonly prescribed antidepressants while others may wait weeks for symptom improvement. However, these same researchers note that many patients who haven’t responded well…

Alcohol use disorder in hospitalized patients

A team of nurses—including a bedside nurse, a director, and a doctorally prepared nurse—launched a retrospective chart review to inform practice and to better understand changes in alcohol use disorder (AUD) prevalence and screening accuracy before and after the pandemic.…

Your vote, our voice

From your ANA President: Every day, nurses make decisions that affect lives. We assess, advocate, educate, intervene, and stand with people at…

Acute sepsis

A nurse’s knowledge leads to immediate intervention. Takeaways: Sepsis is a life-threatening condition resulting from a dysregulated immune response to infection that can rapidly progress to septic shock and organ failure. For each hour of delayed treatment, mortality rates increase.…

Boerhaave syndrome

A 27-year-old man with no significant past medical history received a diagnosis of viral gastroenteritis 2 days ago and has had persistent vomiting despite treatment with promethazine 25 mg oral tablets. He arrived at the ED with sudden onset of…

A post-TAVR emergency

Mr. James tells Lizzy, the PACU nurse, that he doesn’t feel well and might pass out. Lizzy knows that conduction disturbances after TAVR can…

Epiglottitis in adults

One week ago, a 46-year-old man developed a sore throat that’s progressively worsened despite supportive therapy, resulting in a visit to the ED. The…

Peritonsillar abscess

When William arrives in the ED, he tells Kara, a triage nurse, that he has right-sided throat pain with radiation to his right ear,…

Inpatient stroke

Nurses can use the BEFAST mnemonic (Balance—trouble walking, Eyes—trouble seeing, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911), developed by Intermountain Healthcare,…

Acute sepsis

A nurse’s knowledge leads to immediate intervention. Takeaways: Sepsis is a life-threatening condition resulting from a dysregulated immune response to infection that…

Boerhaave syndrome

A 27-year-old man with no significant past medical history received a diagnosis of viral gastroenteritis 2 days ago and has had persistent…

A post-TAVR emergency

Mr. James tells Lizzy, the PACU nurse, that he doesn’t feel well and might pass out. Lizzy knows that conduction disturbances after…

Epiglottitis in adults

One week ago, a 46-year-old man developed a sore throat that’s progressively worsened despite supportive therapy, resulting in a visit to the…

Education can be the key to professional success. Whether you’re a new or experienced nurse, returning to school to get your BSN or another advanced degree can make the difference between thriving and stagnating in your career. Tap into the articles presented in this year’s education guide for tips and thoughtful advice on nursing education. The American Nurse Education and Career Guide, provides you with facts, figures, other nurses’ experiences, and tons of other resources to help you in your journey.

Breast cancer and nursing care

Breast cancer, the second most common cause of cancer throughout the world, according to the Global Cancer Observatory, is the fourth leading cause of cancer death. In the United States, breast cancer is the most prevalent cause of cancer and…

Understanding and preventing diabetic foot complications

In patients with Type 1 diabetes, glycemic control can nearly halt the progression of neuropathy; however, in those with Type 2 diabetes, glycemic control can limit but doesn’t halt its progression. Feldman and colleagues highlight the importance of addressing the…

Nurse educator burnout

Burnout, a condition discussed frequently in relation to clinical beside nurses, also impacts nursing faculty. As defined by the American Nurses Association, burnout results…

Ultrasound guidance and PIV insertion

Nurses frequently encounter challenges with peripheral I.V. (PIV) insertion, especially among adult patients with difficult I.V. access (DIVA), resulting in multiple unsuccessful skin punctures.…

Microbiome and depression

Patient education serves as an opportunity for nurses to share information about nutritional interventions that support a diverse gut microbiome aimed at improving overall…

Breast cancer and nursing care

Breast cancer, the second most common cause of cancer throughout the world, according to the Global Cancer Observatory, is the fourth leading…

Nurse educator burnout

Burnout, a condition discussed frequently in relation to clinical beside nurses, also impacts nursing faculty. As defined by the American Nurses Association,…

Ultrasound guidance and PIV insertion

Nurses frequently encounter challenges with peripheral I.V. (PIV) insertion, especially among adult patients with difficult I.V. access (DIVA), resulting in multiple unsuccessful…

Evolving nursing practice

The American Nurse's Association (ANA) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice has long served as one of the profession’s foundational documents defining the “what,…

Nurses shaping policy

In practice, nurses may encounter visitation rules that are unclear, inconsistently applied, or influenced by individual interpretation. This causes patients and families to receive…

Nurses leading AI

ANA-convened Think Tank defines a forward path. NO LONGER a future concept in healthcare, artificial intelligence (AI) actively shapes nursing practice today. Recognizing both…

Men’s health equity

According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, male nurses comprise only about 13% of the nursing workforce, yet their presence creates meaningful…

Innovation accelerators

What would our global healthcare ecosystem look like if all nurses had access to innovation education, a collaborative innovation network, and mentors…

Youth vaping detection in primary care

The risks associated with smoking electronic cigarettes (vaping), particularly for adolescents, make it a critical issue for primary healthcare providers. Marketing portrays…
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Protecting nurses, preserving dignity

Our emergency department occasionally receives patients from law enforcement wearing spit hoods, and staff continue using them during care. If we have appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) available, is it ethically acceptable for nurses to continue using spit hoods in…

Truth telling and patients with dementia

Is it ethical to “go along” with a patient who has dementia to prevent agitation? This article is available to American Nurses Association members and ANJ subscribers only. Already a member? Log in here

Behind the curtain

I occupy a leadership role that places me at the decision-making table for complex, often politically sensitive discussions. In this position, I’m exposed to…

Social media influencers

How does the Code of Ethics for Nurses (Code) guide nursing professionals who want to post on social media about their experiences? This article…

Responding to refusals of basic care

I’m not sure how to respond when my patients decline basic tasks such as hygiene or dressing changes. I’m uncomfortable proceeding with this level…

Protecting nurses, preserving dignity

Our emergency department occasionally receives patients from law enforcement wearing spit hoods, and staff continue using them during care. If we have…

Behind the curtain

I occupy a leadership role that places me at the decision-making table for complex, often politically sensitive discussions. In this position, I’m…

Social media influencers

How does the Code of Ethics for Nurses (Code) guide nursing professionals who want to post on social media about their experiences?…

If AI knows everything, what is a teacher for?

I don’t know why, but lately, in those quiet moments when I’m alone with my thoughts, or just before sleep settles in, I find myself returning to my earliest memories as a pupil. There is Mrs. Buenaseda, my first-grade teacher,…

COVID-19 pronouncement team

Villa Marie Claire is an inpatient residential hospice facility that is part of Holy Name Medical Center. The Villa is located in…

Technology outperforms humans

Technology continues to be debated. Do we rely on it too much? Do we not embrace it enough? But sometimes, there’s no…

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