February 2007 Vol. 2 Num. 2 Archives

February 2007 Vol. 2 Num. 2

A woman’s worst enemy

February 11, 2007

Most women woefully underestimate their risk for heart disease. Although breast cancer gets more publicity, heart disease and stroke kill nearly 12 times as many American women. This…

Act fast against anaphylaxis

February 11, 2007

Anaphylaxis can kill within minutes unless the victim receives immediate treatment. Calling a rapid response team to the scene can avert disaster.

Colorful antidotes for a black-and-white world

February 11, 2007

Janice Spillane, MS, RN, of Ridge, New York, started her career as a critical care nurse, working in an environment she describes as “largely black and white. To…

Does your workplace culture need CPR?

February 11, 2007

If you suspect your workplace culture is “ill,” assessment is a crucial first step. Using an established assessment tool can help ensure more thorough data collection.

Easing the way for the electronic health record

February 11, 2007

Pressure is building to develop a national electronic health record – and the nursing profession is playing a pivotal role in developing the standards needed to support it.

How to start your personal exercise program

February 11, 2007

Getting fitter gets easier when you design your exercise program to suit your needs. A fitness expert tells how to develop a safe and effective program.

Knowing “your numbers” counts: ANA campaign urges nurses to promote healthy blood pressure

February 11, 2007

ANA’s healthy blood pressure campaign targets both consumers and nurses.

Learning to love your job

February 11, 2007

The alarm clock goes off too early, and you jump-start the day with a cup of coffee and a short stack of reasons why you hate your job.…

Letters to the Editor – February 2007

February 11, 2007

Talkin’ ’bout my generation I’m impressed with your journal. I’ve enjoyed reading many of the articles—for example, the one about helping nurses of different generations work together effectively…

Medical futility: A nurse’s viewpoint

February 11, 2007

Caring for a medically futile patient can be a wrenching emotional experience. Learn how to cope with the complex medical, ethical, and legal issues and help patients and…

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Nursing advocates key in democratic-led Congress. Friends of nursing to assume key roles in Democratic controlled Congress.

February 11, 2007

Nursing advocates key in democratic-led Congress. By Erin McKeon Although the 110th Congress hasn’t finalized its priorities, it seems that several healthcare issues will top the agenda. (more…)