April 2014 Vol. 9 No. 4 Archives

April 2014 Vol. 9 No. 4

Caring for patients with metabolic syndrome

April 11, 2014

A precursor to serious complications, this dangerous condition is on the rise among Americans.

Celiac disease linked to increased risk for CAD

April 11, 2014

People with celiac disease may have a nearly twofold increased risk of coronary artery disease compared with the general population, according to research to be presented at the…

Clinical nurse leaders and clinical nurse specialists: harmonious partners

April 11, 2014

Collaboration between these two valuable resources depends on understanding how their roles differ.

Constructive feedback and disciplinary action

April 11, 2014

The thought of telling someone that he or she is not doing a great job provokes anxiety for many of us. Most of the time, it’s easier to…

Don’t forget ‘and mobility’

April 11, 2014

Mobility is an integral component of safe patient handling.

FDA allows marketing of military dressing

April 11, 2014

On April 3, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it is allowing marketing of an expandable, multi-sponge wound dressing to control the bleeding from certain types…

FDA approves Tanzeum to treat type 2 diabetes

April 11, 2014

On April 3, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Tanzeum (albiglutide) subcutaneous injection to improve glycemic control, along with diet and exercise, in adults with type…

FDA approves Topamax for migraine prevention in adolescents

April 11, 2014

On March 28, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Topamax (topiramate) for prevention of migraine headaches in adolescents ages 12 to 17. This is the first FDA…

From our readers: Harp song — A journey to remember and embrace the heart of nursing

April 11, 2014

“The aim of all spiritual paths, no matter their origin or the rigors of their practice, is to help us live more fully in the lives we are…

Longevity genes interconnected

April 11, 2014

An international group of scientists performed a comprehensive analysis and found that most genes that increase lifespan when overexpressed or mutated, as well as genetic and epigenetic mechanisms…

Mantram repetition: A portable, mindful, contemplative practice for the workplace

April 11, 2014

Have you ever been at work and wanted to be on vacation, instead? Have you ever wished that you could “beam me up, Scotty” and be transported instantly…

Our Readers Respond

April 11, 2014

How do we get into morally questionable situations? I love this article. As a current student in the nursing program, I find it incredibly important to watch my…

Problems with Privacy

April 11, 2014

Leah Curtin discusses how the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has been misinterpreted to the detriment of patients.

Quiz Time

April 11, 2014

A nurse working in the intensive care unit administers 100 mg of diazepam I.V. as ordered by the new resident. Although she checks on the patient often and…

Shhhhhh! Quiet zone

April 11, 2014

Nurses play a significant role in helping patients to get the sleep they need.

Study: Benefits of animal therapy for children unknown

April 11, 2014

Researchers who reviewed studies looking at the impact of “animal interventions” in healthcare settings for children find that the evidence base for these interventions is lacking, according to…

Study: Benefits of male circumcision far exceed risks

April 11, 2014

A study in Mayo Clinic Proceedings reports that the health benefits of male circumcision exceed the risks by more than 100 to 1. Overall male circumcision rates have…

Study: Chocolate’s flavanol could help prevent obesity

April 11, 2014

Oligomeric procyanidins (PCs), a type of flavanol in chocolate, could help reduce obesity, according to a study in Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry. Adding PCs to the…

Study: Marijuana use in young adults may cause brain changes

April 11, 2014

The size and shape of two brain regions (the nucleus accumbens and the amygdala) involved in emotion and motivation may differ in young adults who smoke marijuana at…

Study: New delirium severity measure

April 11, 2014

A study in the Annals of Internal Medicine reports on an effective new delirium severity measure (CAM-S) based on the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM), Read more and read…

Study: Phase II drugs may help prevent migraine attacks

April 11, 2014

Two studies presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 66th Annual Meeting, 2014, may offer hope to people with migraines. The two phase II drugs (ALD403 and LY2951742)…

Study: Specific benevolence brings happiness

April 11, 2014

Pursuing concrete, specific goals of benevolence, such as making someone smile or increasing recycling, instead of following similar but more abstract goals, such as making someone happy, is…

Taking steps in the hospital to prevent diabetes-related readmissions

April 11, 2014

Preventing readmissions is an important quality focus. Here is how you can work with other team members to help reduce readmissions for patients who have diabetes.

Viewpoint: Disrupting and disrupted—nursing’s response to the inevitable

April 11, 2014

Disruption provides opportunity for nurses.

What’s in a name?

April 11, 2014

What’s in a name? Editor’s note: The information below was provided by United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP). It may be freely reproduced and distributed, for non-commercial use only.…

WHO releases new hepatitis C guidelines

April 11, 2014

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released “Guidelines for the screening, care and treatment of persons with hepatitis C infection.” Access the guidelines.