Alaris Pump Module recallAugust 11, 2012CareFusion has recalled Alaris Pump Module, Models 8100 because of possible dysfunctions that could lead to pump stoppage. Read more.
Call for abstracts for new home care conferenceAugust 11, 2012International Home Care Nurses Organization’s inaugural conference, “The Future of Health Care Is at Home,” will be June 25-28, 2013 in Cleveland. Learn more and submit abstracts.
CDC gives telebriefing on H3N2vAugust 11, 2012Access the transcript of an Aug. 10 telebriefing from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which provided an update on H3N2v infection. Read more.
Disposal dilemmas in home health careAugust 11, 2012Learn the proper way to dispose of sharps and waste pharmaceuticals used in the home.
FDA approves Lucentis for diabetic macular edemaAugust 11, 2012On Aug. 10, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Lucentis (ranibizumab injection) for the treatment of diabetic macular edema. Read more.
FDA approves Marqibo for rare type of leukemiaAugust 11, 2012On Aug. 9, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Marqibo (vincristine sulfate liposome injection) to treat adults with Philadelphia chromosome negative (Ph-) acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).…
FDA approves new drug for irritable bowel syndrome and constipationAugust 11, 2012On Aug. 30, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Linzess (linaclotide) to treat chronic idiopathic constipation and to treat irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in adults.…
FDA warns of risk of death from postop codeine use in childrenAugust 11, 2012On Aug. 15, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about risk of death from postop codeine use in children following tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy. The…
From our readers: Using theater improvisational games to enhance interpersonal skills in nursesAugust 11, 2012Learn how to "play the game" to help nurses and students build skills.
Healthcare needs a swooshAugust 11, 2012Does healthcare need its own type of “swoosh” as a daily inspiration for us to do the right thing without hesitation? Our Editor-in-Chief answers that question and explores…
How to write a book: Get started, keep going, and get publishedAugust 11, 2012Writing a book is within your reach; here’s how to do it.
I-Flow ON-Q Pump recallAugust 11, 2012I-Flow has recalled its ON-Q Pump with ONDEMAND Bolus Button because the button may not lock down. Read more.
IOM releases report on accelerating new drug and diagnostics developmentAugust 11, 2012On Aug. 22, the Institute of Medicine released “Accelerating the development of new drugs and diagnostics: Maximizing the impact of the Cures Acceleration Network—Workshop Summary.” The report is…
Joint Commission issues Sentinel Event Alert on opioid use in hospitalsAugust 11, 2012On Aug. 8, The Joint Commission released the Sentinel Event Alert, “Safe use of opioids in hospitals.” The Alert warns of opioid-induced respirator depression and offers strategies for…
Jump into action against aspiration pneumoniaAugust 11, 2012Learn more about this serious complication, including prevention and treatment.
Nine principles of successful nursing leadershipAugust 11, 2012There is an extraordinary quality of spirit that prompts one to aspire to lead. These nine principles will help you tap into that spirit and improve your effectiveness…
Preventing catheter-related bloodstream infections related to I.V. connectorsAugust 11, 2012The author provides an overview of the issue and suggests some solutions.
Putting Evidence Into Practice: Skin reactionsAugust 11, 2012The latest in a series of articles on managing cancer-related symptoms from the Oncology Nursing Society.
Quiz TimeAugust 11, 2012Which statement about breast-feeding and obesity is correct? a. Breast-feeding has no effect on the risk of obesity in children. b. Breast-feeding is associated with a higher risk…
Readers RespondAugust 11, 2012Tripping over the welcome mat “Tripping over the welcome mat: Why new nurses don’t stay and what the evidence says we can do about it” provoked a lively…
Saved by…um…Facebook?August 11, 2012Author Leah Curtin analyzes a case where a juror’s entry on Facebook affected the outcome.
Strategies for staff engagement within a nurse residency programAugust 11, 2012Are you getting the most from your nurse residency program?
Study: Daily aspirin use lowers cancer mortalityAugust 11, 2012Recent daily aspirin use is associated with lower cancer mortality but the size of the effect may be smaller than what was observed in previous studies, according to…
Study: Even minor increases in physical activity benefits bone health in premenopausal womenAugust 11, 2012A study to be published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found that physical activity, even minor increases, in premenopausal women is effective in reducing sclerostin,…
Study: Water pipe just as bad for you as cigarette smokingAugust 11, 2012A study in Respirology has found that the negative effects of water pipe (such as Hookah) smoking on pulmonary function are similar to that seen in those who…
The times—and the nursing job market—they are a changin’August 11, 2012Donna Cardillo, MA, RN writes about the nursing job market.
Using evidence-based practice to develop a swallow screen for stroke patientsAugust 11, 2012The author takes the reader on her step-by-step journey that resulted in a change in practice.
Viewpoint: Caring Science meets Heart Science: A guide to authentic caring practiceAugust 11, 2012Discipline-specific, theory-guided practice models, motivated in part by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s national Magnet program, have led to improved patient care and system outcomes. These new initiatives…
What some people didn’t learn in schoolAugust 11, 2012As a nurse attorney, Nancy brings a special perspective to the issues facing today’s nurses.
When breathing is a burden: How to help patients with COPDAugust 11, 2012Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has an insidious onset and causes disabling symptoms. This article discusses its risk factors, pathophysiology, assessment, interventions, and nursing management.
Alaris Pump Module recallCareFusion has recalled Alaris Pump Module, Models 8100 because of possible dysfunctions that could lead to pump stoppage. Read more.
Call for abstracts for new home care conferenceInternational Home Care Nurses Organization’s inaugural conference, “The Future of Health Care Is at Home,” will be June 25-28, 2013 in Cleveland. Learn more…
CDC gives telebriefing on H3N2vAccess the transcript of an Aug. 10 telebriefing from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which provided an update on H3N2v infection.…
Disposal dilemmas in home health careLearn the proper way to dispose of sharps and waste pharmaceuticals used in the home.
FDA approves Lucentis for diabetic macular edemaOn Aug. 10, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Lucentis (ranibizumab injection) for the treatment of diabetic macular edema. Read more.
FDA approves Marqibo for rare type of leukemiaOn Aug. 9, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Marqibo (vincristine sulfate liposome injection) to treat adults with Philadelphia chromosome negative (Ph-)…
FDA approves new drug for irritable bowel syndrome and constipationOn Aug. 30, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Linzess (linaclotide) to treat chronic idiopathic constipation and to treat irritable bowel syndrome…
FDA warns of risk of death from postop codeine use in childrenOn Aug. 15, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about risk of death from postop codeine use in children following…
From our readers: Using theater improvisational games to enhance interpersonal skills in nursesLearn how to "play the game" to help nurses and students build skills.
Healthcare needs a swooshDoes healthcare need its own type of “swoosh” as a daily inspiration for us to do the right thing without hesitation? Our Editor-in-Chief answers…
How to write a book: Get started, keep going, and get publishedWriting a book is within your reach; here’s how to do it.
I-Flow ON-Q Pump recallI-Flow has recalled its ON-Q Pump with ONDEMAND Bolus Button because the button may not lock down. Read more.
IOM releases report on accelerating new drug and diagnostics developmentOn Aug. 22, the Institute of Medicine released “Accelerating the development of new drugs and diagnostics: Maximizing the impact of the Cures Acceleration Network—Workshop…
Joint Commission issues Sentinel Event Alert on opioid use in hospitalsOn Aug. 8, The Joint Commission released the Sentinel Event Alert, “Safe use of opioids in hospitals.” The Alert warns of opioid-induced respirator depression…
Jump into action against aspiration pneumoniaLearn more about this serious complication, including prevention and treatment.
Nine principles of successful nursing leadershipThere is an extraordinary quality of spirit that prompts one to aspire to lead. These nine principles will help you tap into that spirit…
Preventing catheter-related bloodstream infections related to I.V. connectorsThe author provides an overview of the issue and suggests some solutions.
Putting Evidence Into Practice: Skin reactionsThe latest in a series of articles on managing cancer-related symptoms from the Oncology Nursing Society.
Quiz TimeWhich statement about breast-feeding and obesity is correct? a. Breast-feeding has no effect on the risk of obesity in children. b. Breast-feeding is associated…
Readers RespondTripping over the welcome mat “Tripping over the welcome mat: Why new nurses don’t stay and what the evidence says we can do about…
Saved by…um…Facebook?Author Leah Curtin analyzes a case where a juror’s entry on Facebook affected the outcome.
Strategies for staff engagement within a nurse residency programAre you getting the most from your nurse residency program?
Study: Daily aspirin use lowers cancer mortalityRecent daily aspirin use is associated with lower cancer mortality but the size of the effect may be smaller than what was observed in…
Study: Even minor increases in physical activity benefits bone health in premenopausal womenA study to be published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found that physical activity, even minor increases, in premenopausal women is…
Study: Water pipe just as bad for you as cigarette smokingA study in Respirology has found that the negative effects of water pipe (such as Hookah) smoking on pulmonary function are similar to that…
The times—and the nursing job market—they are a changin’Donna Cardillo, MA, RN writes about the nursing job market.
Using evidence-based practice to develop a swallow screen for stroke patientsThe author takes the reader on her step-by-step journey that resulted in a change in practice.
Viewpoint: Caring Science meets Heart Science: A guide to authentic caring practiceDiscipline-specific, theory-guided practice models, motivated in part by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s national Magnet program, have led to improved patient care and system…
What some people didn’t learn in schoolAs a nurse attorney, Nancy brings a special perspective to the issues facing today’s nurses.
When breathing is a burden: How to help patients with COPDChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has an insidious onset and causes disabling symptoms. This article discusses its risk factors, pathophysiology, assessment, interventions, and nursing…
Viewpoint: Caring Science meets Heart Science: A guide to authentic caring practiceBy: Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, and Robert Browning, BA