How should nurses dress? Should you wear a white uniform? Is jewelry appropriate on the job? A survey reveals what patients really think.
January 2008 Vol. 3 Num. 1
Attacking anterior-wall myocardial infarction in time
More than 1 million Americans a year suffer a myocardial infarction (MI). This article tells you how – and how quickly – you need to respond to the most dangerous MI.
Beyond customer service
Many nurses don’t like to hear their patients called “customers” or be told to provide “customer service.” This expert explains how to lose the lingo and adapt the principles of customer service to patient care.
Caring for my best friend
Drugs Today – January 2008
A monthly update of drug news, including alerts, approvals, and removals
Health at every size
How to fit in fast at your new job
Now, intraosseous infusions for adults
Advances in technology mean that intraosseous infusions aren't just for pediatric patients anymore.
Nurses play a vital role in monitoring and caring for people with TB
Preventing airway obstruction
Complications of an anterior cervical fusion did not lead to an airway obstruction because of one nurse’s assessment skills and critical thinking.
Professional dress: Keep it simple and functional
Safe staffing saves lives – ANA advances RN Staffing bill
Tap your way to fast relief
Want to reduce physical and psychological stress? Emotional Freedom Techniques may be able to help.
The Babies Doe: Finding middle ground
The author explores ethical questions about caring for a baby with profound birth defects and offers a nursing answer.