ANA signs a letter of concern about proposed creation of an Office of the National Nurse.
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December 2007 Vol. 2 Num. 12
A battery recycling program can decrease the health and environmental risks of inappropriate battery disposal.
At the recent National Magnettm Nursing Conference, 5,000 nurses celebrated, demonstrating the power of fun.
What do ANA members Pamela Mitchell, Elaine Larson, Ann Rogers, and Dorothy Brooten have in common? Early in their careers, each received a research grant from the American…
Syncope is a common occurrence and is commonly benign. But sometimes a swoon signals a serious underlying condition. Learn what causes syncope and how to assess and intervene…
For some pregnant women, being home for the holidays means staying at a homeless shelter.
Many people assume herbs can’t cause harm, and neglect to tell healthcare providers they’re using them. This article will boost your herbal awareness and help you eradicate herbal…
The jurors file into the courtroom, avoiding eye contact with the attorneys and spectators. I hold my breath. The plaintiff’s attorney straightens his tie; the defense attorney flexes…
Find out how to calculate return on investment for a safe patient-handling program.
The swift response of the healthcare team helps a patient avoid the most devastating effects of a stroke.
Spotlight on three nurse researchers: ANF grants help build expertise to benefit patients and nurses
Nurse researchers play a vital role in health care throughout this country. Their work can make a huge difference in determining how care can best be delivered at…
Previous pneumonia vaccination reduces ICU admissions Among adults hospitalized for pneumonia, those who’ve been vaccinated against the disease are less likely than unvaccinated patients to require admission to…
Even during a nursing shortage, building magnetism into a healthcare environment promotes better patient outcomes, lower mortality rates, and higher patient satisfaction. Although Magnet™ hospitals don’t escape the…
Music can decrease patients’ pain and anxiety, lower their pulse and blood pressure, and reduce their need for sedation.
ANA signs on to letter affirming positive change in U.S. Public Health Service
ANA signs a letter of concern about proposed creation of an Office of the National Nurse.
Battery recycling: Nursing’s role
A battery recycling program can decrease the health and environmental risks of inappropriate battery disposal.
Connect, empower, celebrate
At the recent National Magnettm Nursing Conference, 5,000 nurses celebrated, demonstrating the power of fun.
Funding the future of nursing
What do ANA members Pamela Mitchell, Elaine Larson, Ann Rogers, and Dorothy Brooten have in common? Early in their careers, each received a research…
Get Savvy to syncope
Syncope is a common occurrence and is commonly benign. But sometimes a swoon signals a serious underlying condition. Learn what causes syncope and how…
Helping homeless pregnant women: A lesson in hope
For some pregnant women, being home for the holidays means staying at a homeless shelter.
Herbal facts, herbal fallacies
Many people assume herbs can’t cause harm, and neglect to tell healthcare providers they’re using them. This article will boost your herbal awareness and…
Legal nurse consultant: A career at the crossroads of health care and the law
The jurors file into the courtroom, avoiding eye contact with the attorneys and spectators. I hold my breath. The plaintiff’s attorney straightens his tie;…
Safe patient-handling programs: How to calculate return on investment
Find out how to calculate return on investment for a safe patient-handling program.
Speeding to save a stroke victim
The swift response of the healthcare team helps a patient avoid the most devastating effects of a stroke.
Spotlight on three nurse researchers: ANF grants help build expertise to benefit patients and nurses
Nurse researchers play a vital role in health care throughout this country. Their work can make a huge difference in determining how care can…
Take Note – December 2007
Previous pneumonia vaccination reduces ICU admissions Among adults hospitalized for pneumonia, those who’ve been vaccinated against the disease are less likely than unvaccinated patients…
Tme magnetic matrix: Building blocks of Magnet™ hospitals
Even during a nursing shortage, building magnetism into a healthcare environment promotes better patient outcomes, lower mortality rates, and higher patient satisfaction. Although Magnet™…
Tune into the healing power of music
Music can decrease patients’ pain and anxiety, lower their pulse and blood pressure, and reduce their need for sedation.