Applying a systematic approach to new-product assessmentFebruary 11, 2010Take the spontaneity out of new-product purchases to control costs and keep patients safe.
Be a myth-buster: Stop the misconceptions about fibromyalgiaFebruary 11, 2010Fibromyalgia produces many symptoms but no signs, so some clinicians dismiss it as a wastebasket diagnosis. But the pain is very real, and patients with fibromyalgia need you…
Building the case for chemical policy reformFebruary 11, 2010Over the past three decades, we have become increasingly aware of the impact that our environment, and chemical exposures in particular, has on our nation’s health. We know…
Different strokes for different folksFebruary 11, 2010From our Editor-in-Chief We all have preferences when it comes to how we communicate, get information, and stay connected to friends, family, professional colleagues, and current events within…
Ethics for nurses in everyday practiceFebruary 11, 2010In recent years, most of the world’s people have celebrated their diversity: different races and languages, religions and cultures, and social mores. These differences are what make life…
Examining nurse comfort eatingFebruary 11, 2010Many years ago I found myself standing in the frozen food section flirting with the prospect of buying a mouth-watering strawberry cheesecake. I rationalized buying it by convincing…
From our readers….Caring for Haiti from afarFebruary 11, 2010The devastation in Haiti following the earthquake caused many of us in healthcare to come to a standstill. I am heartsick watching the suffering that the people of…
From our readers…One nurse’s journey through grief: Loss of a Fort Hood family memberFebruary 11, 2010Special reports were on practically every news station during the afternoon of November 5th 2009; a shooting had taken place at the Fort Hood Army Base in Killeen…
From our readers…The DanceFebruary 11, 2010Linda Harrington, RNC, works in Labor and Delivery at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Mission Hills, CA. Below she comments on her experience with writing this poem: When…
Getting the message out: Older adults need oral careFebruary 11, 2010Despite its link to overall health, older adults often do not get the proper oral health care they need. “Affordable, accessible preventive care, including oral health care, is…
Is nursing a profession or a job?February 11, 2010Click here to read Is nursing a profession or a job? from our guest blogger, Donna Cardillo, MA, RN.
Note from the PublisherFebruary 11, 2010Dear Reader: Welcome to the debut issue of American Nurse Today. . .ONLINE! YOU have spoken and we are responding! Over the last 6 months, American Nurse Today…
Plan a career, not just a jobFebruary 11, 2010“Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to,” said the Cat.…
Protect patients from I.V. infiltrationFebruary 11, 2010An expert explains best practices for preventing, detecting, and managing this dangerous complication of I.V. therapy.
Recognizing posttraumatic stress disorder in military veteransFebruary 11, 2010More than a half million members of the military have become our newest veterans. Compared to veterans of previous conflicts, Iraq and Afghanistan combat veterans as a group…
Take NoteFebruary 11, 20102/11/10 Three steps to lower childhood obesity Preschool children who do one or more of the following have a lower risk for obesity, according to a study of…
The many merits of mentoringFebruary 11, 2010Have 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…
Applying a systematic approach to new-product assessmentTake the spontaneity out of new-product purchases to control costs and keep patients safe.
Be a myth-buster: Stop the misconceptions about fibromyalgiaFibromyalgia produces many symptoms but no signs, so some clinicians dismiss it as a wastebasket diagnosis. But the pain is very real, and patients…
Building the case for chemical policy reformOver the past three decades, we have become increasingly aware of the impact that our environment, and chemical exposures in particular, has on our…
Different strokes for different folksFrom our Editor-in-Chief We all have preferences when it comes to how we communicate, get information, and stay connected to friends, family, professional colleagues,…
Ethics for nurses in everyday practiceIn recent years, most of the world’s people have celebrated their diversity: different races and languages, religions and cultures, and social mores. These differences…
Examining nurse comfort eatingMany years ago I found myself standing in the frozen food section flirting with the prospect of buying a mouth-watering strawberry cheesecake. I rationalized…
From our readers….Caring for Haiti from afarThe devastation in Haiti following the earthquake caused many of us in healthcare to come to a standstill. I am heartsick watching the suffering…
From our readers…One nurse’s journey through grief: Loss of a Fort Hood family memberSpecial reports were on practically every news station during the afternoon of November 5th 2009; a shooting had taken place at the Fort Hood…
From our readers…The DanceLinda Harrington, RNC, works in Labor and Delivery at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Mission Hills, CA. Below she comments on her experience with…
Getting the message out: Older adults need oral careDespite its link to overall health, older adults often do not get the proper oral health care they need. “Affordable, accessible preventive care, including…
Is nursing a profession or a job?Click here to read Is nursing a profession or a job? from our guest blogger, Donna Cardillo, MA, RN.
Note from the PublisherDear Reader: Welcome to the debut issue of American Nurse Today. . .ONLINE! YOU have spoken and we are responding! Over the last 6…
Plan a career, not just a job“Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?” “That depends a good deal on where you want to get…
Protect patients from I.V. infiltrationAn expert explains best practices for preventing, detecting, and managing this dangerous complication of I.V. therapy.
Recognizing posttraumatic stress disorder in military veteransMore than a half million members of the military have become our newest veterans. Compared to veterans of previous conflicts, Iraq and Afghanistan combat…
Take Note2/11/10 Three steps to lower childhood obesity Preschool children who do one or more of the following have a lower risk for obesity, according…
The many merits of mentoringHave you ever felt unsure about your next career step or just needed advice from a more seasoned professional? Natalie Murphy, co-author of this…
