2008 state legislative wrap-upFebruary 11, 2009Legislatively, 2008 was a good year for nursing. In many states, safe nurse staffing laws, mandatory overtime restrictions, and safe patient-handling legislation got the thumbs-up.
Absolute Neutrophil CountFebruary 11, 2009For a patient with cancer, the absolute neutrophil count (ANC) is a crucial lab value. Are you familiar with the two methods for calculating it?
Collaboration brings an innovative approach to nursing educationFebruary 11, 2009Working with local hospitals, a Texas consortium of nursing schools developed learning modules to improve new nurse graduates’ preparation for practice.
Drugs Today – February 2009February 11, 2009WEB EXCLUSIVE! An update of drug news, including alerts, approvals, and removals.
Getting serious about going globalFebruary 11, 2009More nurses are working abroad to help vulnerable populations in crisis. An expert gives advice to help ensure that the rewards of a global mission outweigh the risks…
Managing acute decompensated heart failureFebruary 11, 2009Patients with stable chronic heart failure may suddenly start decompensating. Do you know how to recognize this condition and help avert organ failure?
No peeking allowedFebruary 11, 2009Electronic health records give healthcare providers faster, more efficient access to patient information. Experts hope to make the data less vulnerable to security breaches.
Occupational stressFebruary 11, 2009All work environments have the potential to cause stressful situations, but are healthcare settings particularly demanding? According to a 2008 report by the National Institute of Occupational Safety…
Recognizing spinal cord compressionFebruary 11, 2009For a postoperative laminectomy patient, sudden left-sided weakness and sensation loss warrant a STAT return to the OR.
Seeing RedFebruary 11, 2009American Heart Month is a time to celebrate the wealth of information that if acted on, can help prevent cardiovascular disease.
Take Note – February 2009February 11, 2009WEB EXCLUSIVE! A monthly round-up of clinical and practice news and alerts.
The many merits of mentoringFebruary 11, 2009Have you ever felt unsure about your next career step or just needed advice from a more seasoned professional? Natalie Murphy, co-author of this article, felt that way…
The rules of transfusion: Best practices for blood product administrationFebruary 11, 2009Blood transfusions can sustain and save lives. But sometimes they sicken and even kill. Learn how to prevent, detect, and manage blood transfusion reactions.
What I’m hearing about competenceFebruary 11, 2009As ANA president, I have the privilege of representing RNs, the nursing profession, and the ANA in many local, state, regional, national, and international settings. Those responsibilities have…
