Amazing apps: Space-age tools for cliniciansDecember 11, 2013Health apps hold the promise of greater access to medical services, better monitoring of chronic conditions, and improved patient outcomes.
Blood pressure management guideline releasedDecember 11, 2013JAMA has published “2014 Evidence-Based Guideline for the Management of High Blood Pressure in Adults: Report From the Panel Members Appointed to the Eighth Joint National Committee (JNC…
BSN, MSN graduates more likely to land jobsDecember 11, 2013According to new data from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, graduates of entry-level baccalaureate (BSN) and master’s nursing programs are much more likely to have job…
C-suite executives believe ACA will improve health careDecember 11, 2013A survey of 74 C-suite executives published in Health Affairs finds they are optimistic about the effects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The survey found that 65%…
Detecting, managing, and preventing pulmonary embolismDecember 11, 2013Pulmonary embolism (PE) kills about 25% of those it strikes. This article explains how deep vein thrombosis (DVT) sets the stage for PE and describes how to assess,…
Don’t get ‘caught’ in the CAUTI trapDecember 11, 2013Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI), the most common healthcare-associated infection, can be deadly.
Exposed to patient’s body fluids? Now what?December 11, 2013Learn how to protect yourself by taking the right steps if you are exposed to a patient’s body fluids.
FDA approves first generic versions of CymbaltaDecember 11, 2013On Dec. 11, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first generic versions of Cymbalta (duloxetine delayed-release capsules). Read more.
FDA approves medical device for epilepsyDecember 11, 2013The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a device to help reduce the frequency of seizures in epilepsy patients who have not responded well to medications.…
FDA approves new stent for treatment of pseudocysts of the pancreasDecember 11, 2013On Dec. 18, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowed marketing of the AXIOS Stent and Delivery System for treating pseudocysts that form in the pancreas and…
FDA approves new treatment for genetic coagulation disorderDecember 11, 2013On Dec. 18, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Tretten, Coagulation Factor XIII A-Subunit (Recombinant), the first recombinant product for use in the routine prevention of…
FDA issues safety communication for HeartStart AEDsDecember 11, 2013On Nov. 25, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety communication stating that certain HeartStart automated external defibrillator (AED) devices made by Philips Medical Systems,…
From our readers: My first code—A retrospective report of a premature promotion and a crisis situationDecember 11, 2013The elevator’s walls were covered in bronze and silver raised metal squares that gave the appearance of a magic eye puzzle and smelled of the stainless steel cleaner…
Leading at the bedside and beyondDecember 11, 2013A typical definition for a leader is one who has the ability to influence. Florence Nightingale, Abraham Lincoln, and Martin Luther King readily come to mind for their…
Learn about the five constructs of the healthy nurse.December 11, 2013What does it mean to be a HealthyNurse™?
National Magnet Nurse of the Year® 2013 Award WinnersDecember 11, 2013Learn more about these outstanding award winners.
Nursing leaders hold the key to translating genomics into practiceDecember 11, 2013A survey of attitudes, knowledge and genomic competency
Preventing complications in patients receiving opioidsDecember 11, 2013Understand the terms opioid tolerant and opioid naïve so you can safely administer opioids and protect patients.
Quiz timeDecember 11, 2013Which sedation strategy for ICU patients on mechanical ventilation can help mitigate post-intensive care syndrome? a. Keep the patient heavily sedated. b. Use the lightest level of sedation…
Study: Distracted driving more lethalDecember 11, 2013According to a recent study, from 2005 to 2010, the national number of pedestrians struck and killed by distracted drivers increased from 344 to 500, an almost 50%…
Study: Insomnia may increase mortalityDecember 11, 2013A study in Circulation reports that some insomnia symptoms (difficulty initiating asleep and nonrestorative sleep) are associated with a modestly higher risk of mortality. Read more.
Study: Low vitamin B12 increases fracture risk in older menDecember 11, 2013A study published in Osteoporosis International reports that older men who have low levels of vitamin B12 have a higher risk of fractures. Read more.
Study: No same-day play for athletes with concussion symptomsDecember 11, 2013Any athlete with concussion symptoms should not be allowed to return to play on the same day, according to the latest consensus statement on sports-related concussion summarized in…
Study: Nonconcussion head impacts may affect cognitionDecember 11, 2013A study in Neurology reports that repeated blows to the head during a season of contact sports may cause changes in the brain’s white matter and affect cognitive…
Study: Roles and responsibilities of patient navigators definedDecember 11, 2013A study in the Journal of Oncology Navigation and Survivorship defines the roles and responsibilities of patient navigators. Read more.
Welcome to American NurseDecember 11, 2013Welcome to American Nurse To demonstrate Cerner’s ongoing commitment to providing educational resource to our clients, we are proud to sponsor your access to American Nurse, the official…
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