July 2016 Vol. 11 No. 7 Archives

July 2016 Vol. 11 No. 7

A kinder, gentler workplace

July 8, 2016

According to an analysis in the May 2016 issue of BMJ, medical errors in U.S. healthcare facilities are incredibly common and are now the third leading cause of death—more than respiratory…

A summer of learning

July 7, 2016

The period from Memorial Day to Labor Day is a special time—a stretch of (ideally) sunny days when school is out and vacation time becomes a priority. In a typical year,…

Boost your career with community outreach involvement

July 15, 2016

Does patient teaching energize you? Could you see yourself leading a hula hoop contest to motivate children to exercise? Do you enjoy working with patients and professionals who appreciate your contributions? If you…

Collaboration: The key to healthcare transformation

July 15, 2016

Transforming health care is a complex challenge that can best be met through a coordinated response from academia and clinical practice. Working together, chief nursing officers (CNOs) and academic leaders ensure that clinicians…

Fall prevention: Applying the evidence

July 11, 2016

This is the first in a series of three case studies illustrating success stories in preventing falls and injuries from falls. The series is brought to you by Posey.…

FDA approvals—July 11-12, 2016

July 14, 2016

On July 12, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Xiidra (lifitegrast ophthalmic solution) for the treatment of signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. Read more …

FDA approves extended depth-of-focus IOL

July 21, 2016

On July 15, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Tecnis Symfony intraocular lens (IOL), the first IOL that provides cataract patients with an extended depth-of-focus, which helps…

FDA approves first absorbable stent for CAD

July 7, 2016

On July 5, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first fully absorbable stent to treat coronary artery disease (CAD): Absorb GT1 Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold System (BVS).…

Frailty syndrome: A weakly addressed problem

July 11, 2016

Fran Covington, age 82, has a history of cardiovascular disease, chronic diastolic heart failure, type 2 diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). She lives at home with her husband and enjoys gardening and visiting with…

Helping patients who harm themselves

July 6, 2016

Why would someone deliberately hurt herself? The notion might seem odd—but as a nurse, you may encounter patients with signs of selfinjury (also called cutting, selfinflicted violence, self-harm, or self-mutilation). Cutting the skin is the most…

High omega 3 intake after diagnosis may lower risk of bowel cancer death

July 21, 2016

A high dietary intake of omega 3 fatty acids, derived from oily fish, may help to lower the risk of death from bowel cancer in patients, according to…

High stakes in the U.S. House and Senate

July 7, 2016

While the 2016 presidential campaign continues to dominate headlines, the outcome of critical races in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate could dramatically alter Washington’s political landscape. Through your advocacy and engagement, registered…

Hyponatremia signals acute adrenal insufficiency

July 6, 2016

Maryann Ward, age 56, is admitted to the chest pain unit. Sara, her nurse, finds her alert and oriented. Mrs. Ward tells Sara her chest pain started yesterday. When assessing her, Sara…

Implementation science: A framework for integrating evidence-based practice

July 11, 2016

Implementation science is the study of methods that promote integration of research findings and evidence into healthcare policy and practice. It addresses the challenge of moving health research innovations to practice more quickly,…

July 2016 Vol. 11 No. 7

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Later onset of menstruation, menopause may be associated with longer life

July 28, 2016

Women who start menstruation and experience menopause later in life may have increased chances of living to be 90, according to a study in Menopause. Read more and access…

Maintaining clinical competency is your responsibility

July 15, 2016

Healthcare consumers expect competency from the nurses who care for them—and registered nurses (RNs) have an ethical and legal responsibility to maintain their competency. The scope of the professional nurse evolves continuously to adjust to the…

Medical alert: Delirium do’s and don’ts

July 8, 2016

Delirium is a state of confusion and altered level of consciousness that comes on suddenly and lasts for hours or even weeks before resolving. A serious and often deadly medical condition, it…

Medical marijuana lowers prescription drug use

July 7, 2016

Legalized medical marijuana saved Medicare $165.2 million in 2013 by lowering prescription drug use, according to a study in Health Affairs. Read more and access the abstract.

Reducing readmissions in in COPD patients

July 6, 2016

A preventable and treatable lung disorder of adults, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the most common causes of hospitalizations and readmissions. It affects 15 million Americans; nearly one in five hospital patients older than age…