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January 2021 Vol. 16 No. 1
As the U.S. population ages, the risk for age-related illnesses such as Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia increases. According to Lang and colleagues, about 50% of…
Collaborating in the new year to address pandemic challenges together As nurses contend with the pandemic and its multi-layered effects into 2021, the American Nurses Association (ANA) continues…
Learn about the top issues facing ANA member nurses, how ANA is working for you, and what ANA is doing to advance nursing. In this issue: Nurse health…
Building on our history and recognizing nurses When I first began serving as president of the American Nurses Association (ANA), I frequently spoke about this role as being…
School mealtimes are important for socialization and nutrition, but food allergies can be life-threatening. Quick assessment and action by school nurses are essential to help students in distress.…
An animal may provide just the benefit patients need. Prepandemic, I had the pleasure of traveling to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for a month-long workshop. I…
Use online tools to engage and motivate students. Evidence-based research has changed teaching from a traditional teacher-centered approach to a student-centered (constructivist) approach. According to neuroscience research, the…
The American Nurses Association (ANA) is offering these new member benefits as a part of its personal benefits program. ANA has carefully screened partners who are committed to…
To provide you with current information about COVID-19 and insights into how healthcare organizations and teams are working to support patients and staff, American Nurse Journal, the official…
Many people are eager to turn the page and begin the new year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And, given the added stress on nurses, paying attention to…
Today you’re caring for 8-year-old Ethan*, who ran between two parked cars while chasing his basketball and was struck by a passing vehicle 2 days ago. His left…
A looming shortage of expert nurses requires strategies to accelerate knowledge transfer. Takeaways: Healthcare organizations are facing the challenge of retaining expert knowledge as the nursing workforce transitions…
Use the Magnet model components as a framework for meeting a crisis. Takeaways: Nursing leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic requires all hands on deck. The Magnet® Model can…
Let’s expect more from our country, our politicians—and each other. By the time this article is published, the holidays will be over, and it will be time to…
To: Ethics Advisory Board From: Concerned RN Subject: Self-diagnosis During the COVID-19 pandemic, patients are asking me about symptoms they’re experiencing and my opinion about information…
Turn the troubling events of 2020 into opportunities in 2021. 2020 is finally over! It was a meaningful year because we had the opportunity to celebrate The Year…
This framework can help improve the practice environment for nurses. Takeaways: Now, during the pandemic, is the time to make revolutionary changes in long-term care facilities. Pathway to…
Jeri Milstead is inducted into the ANA Hall of Fame. Jeri Milstead, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, has built her legacy on advocating for nurses’ involvement in local, state,…
Be alert to this frequently unrecognized condition. Takeaways: Hypothyroidism develops slowly over time and if left undiagnosed may put patients at risk for serious conditions, including cardiovascular disease,…
A new medical unit establishes an engaged nursing workforce. Takeaways: A culture grounded in teamwork, shared governance, and accountability is needed for staff engagement and owning patient outcomes.…
Nurses are experiencing an unprecedented amount of burnout, depression, and anxiety. Stressful work environments, workplace bullying, and workplace cultures unsupportive of personal well-being play a role in the…
This article describes 10 just-in-time self-care strategies to help nurses take a mini-recess from life’s hectic and stressful situations and to reset with a renewed sense of strength…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, nurses too often are the last and only person in the room when a patient dies. (more…)
An elevator pitch can help nurses fulfill their duty to advocate for change and solutions that will benefit patients and clinicians alike.
Resources and advocacy to support healthcare organizations. Takeaways: The Joint Commission has taken actions to support health care organizations with accreditation surveys and certification reviews during the pandemic.…
A simple but structured process ensures effective communication. Involving patients’ families in the perioperative process is crucial for family-centered care, but the COVID-19 pandemic has impeded their presence…
How race correction affects risk assessment and treatment. Takeaways: Race correction refers to a practice in healthcare that treats race as a risk factor. Race correction may lead…
Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia: Discerning the differences
As the U.S. population ages, the risk for age-related illnesses such as Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia increases. According to Lang and…
ANA advocates for nurses’ health and safety
Collaborating in the new year to address pandemic challenges together As nurses contend with the pandemic and its multi-layered effects into 2021, the American…
ANA on the Frontline January 2021
Learn about the top issues facing ANA member nurses, how ANA is working for you, and what ANA is doing to advance nursing. In…
ANA’s 125th anniversary
Building on our history and recognizing nurses When I first began serving as president of the American Nurses Association (ANA), I frequently spoke about…
Anaphylaxis in the school setting
School mealtimes are important for socialization and nutrition, but food allergies can be life-threatening. Quick assessment and action by school nurses are essential to…
Animal assistants in healthcare
An animal may provide just the benefit patients need. Prepandemic, I had the pleasure of traveling to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for…
Enhancing nursing curriculum with an injection of technology
Use online tools to engage and motivate students. Evidence-based research has changed teaching from a traditional teacher-centered approach to a student-centered (constructivist) approach. According…
Introducing new ANA member benefits
The American Nurses Association (ANA) is offering these new member benefits as a part of its personal benefits program. ANA has carefully screened partners…
January 2021 Vol. 16 No. 1
To provide you with current information about COVID-19 and insights into how healthcare organizations and teams are working to support patients and staff, American…
Making New Year’s resolutions? Try these tips from Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation™
Many people are eager to turn the page and begin the new year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And, given the added stress on…
Managing delirium in the pediatric patient
Today you’re caring for 8-year-old Ethan*, who ran between two parked cars while chasing his basketball and was struck by a passing vehicle 2…
Mitigating the threat of lost knowledge
A looming shortage of expert nurses requires strategies to accelerate knowledge transfer. Takeaways: Healthcare organizations are facing the challenge of retaining expert knowledge as…
Navigating excellence during a pandemic: The Magnet® program director’s role
Use the Magnet model components as a framework for meeting a crisis. Takeaways: Nursing leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic requires all hands on deck.…
One country, one people, one government
Let’s expect more from our country, our politicians—and each other. By the time this article is published, the holidays will be over, and it…
Online health information and self-diagnosis
To: Ethics Advisory Board From: Concerned RN Subject: Self-diagnosis During the COVID-19 pandemic, patients are asking me about symptoms they’re experiencing and…
Our future through my review mirror
Turn the troubling events of 2020 into opportunities in 2021. 2020 is finally over! It was a meaningful year because we had the opportunity…
Pathway to Excellence® in long-term care organizations
This framework can help improve the practice environment for nurses. Takeaways: Now, during the pandemic, is the time to make revolutionary changes in long-term…
Powering policy with nurse expertise
Jeri Milstead is inducted into the ANA Hall of Fame. Jeri Milstead, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, has built her legacy on advocating for nurses’…
Primary hypothyroidism: More common than you think
Be alert to this frequently unrecognized condition. Takeaways: Hypothyroidism develops slowly over time and if left undiagnosed may put patients at risk for serious…
Professional governance and staff engagement
A new medical unit establishes an engaged nursing workforce. Takeaways: A culture grounded in teamwork, shared governance, and accountability is needed for staff engagement…
Promoting nurse mental health
Nurses are experiencing an unprecedented amount of burnout, depression, and anxiety. Stressful work environments, workplace bullying, and workplace cultures unsupportive of personal well-being play…
Resiliency rising!
This article describes 10 just-in-time self-care strategies to help nurses take a mini-recess from life’s hectic and stressful situations and to reset with a…
Storytelling: Resilience and influence in minutes
During the COVID-19 pandemic, nurses too often are the last and only person in the room when a patient dies. (more…)
The elevator pitch: A 60-second advocacy tool for nurses
An elevator pitch can help nurses fulfill their duty to advocate for change and solutions that will benefit patients and clinicians alike.
The Joint Commission: COVID-19 response and accreditation
Resources and advocacy to support healthcare organizations. Takeaways: The Joint Commission has taken actions to support health care organizations with accreditation surveys and certification…
The SCOOP: Involving family in care during COVID-19 pandemic
A simple but structured process ensures effective communication. Involving patients’ families in the perioperative process is crucial for family-centered care, but the COVID-19 pandemic…
Toward rational conversation about race, health risk, and nursing
How race correction affects risk assessment and treatment. Takeaways: Race correction refers to a practice in healthcare that treats race as a risk factor.…