July 2018 Vol. 13 No. 7 Archives

July 2018 Vol. 13 No. 7

A case of obstetrical sepsis

July 10, 2018

Quick action results in a positive outcome. By Debra A. Hrelic, PhD, RNC Takeaways: In sepsis, tachycardia and tachypnea are a…

Assisted living: A unique setting for quality care

July 23, 2018

This growing field provides opportunities for nurses. Takeaways: Nurses provide clinical leadership in assisted living. The assisted living healthcare setting…

Compassion: A nurse’s primary virtue

July 24, 2018

Strengthening compassion may help you avoid burnout. Nurses, we’re told, are fundamentally compassionate people. In fact, nurse burnout could be…

Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cystitis

July 10, 2018

A case report to guide nurse practitioners. By Myriam Jean Cadet, PhD, APRN, MSN, FNP-C Takeaways Early diagnosis of cystitis is…

Discovering your true north

July 2, 2018

Rediscover your authentic self and regain your moral compass. By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, and Tanya M. Cohn,…

Family presence during resuscitation in the intensive care unit

July 23, 2018

Strategies for implementing this policy change. Takeaways: An organizational model for change is key to successful implementation of family presence…

Improving patient safety wherever care occurs

July 10, 2018

Nurses, providers, and pharmacists collaborate to improve patient safety. By Lillee Gelinas, MSN, RN, CPPS, FAAN Patient safety is critical…

Increasing electronic health literacy: A three-pronged approach

July 11, 2018

Use assessment, education, and support to create informed healthcare consumers. By Meigan Robb, PhD, RN, and Teresa Shellenbarger, PhD, RN, CNE,…

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Introduction to immunotherapy: What nurses need to know about emerging therapies

July 10, 2018

Understanding these rapidly evolving treatments will help you advocate for patients and manage side effects. By Beth Boseki, MSN, RN, OCN,…

July 2018 Vol. 13 No. 7

July 11, 2018

Click here to access the digital edition Immunotherapy is becoming the standard of cancer care. Are you up-to-date on its…

July ANA on the Frontline

July 11, 2018

Learn about the top issues facing ANA member nurses, how ANA is working for you, and what ANA is doing…

Meet the new ANA Enterprise CEO

July 10, 2018

Loressa Cole: Lifelong commitment to making a difference Loressa Cole, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FACHE, celebrated National Nurses Week as…

New nurse managers step up to the leadership challenge

October 19, 2018

Generational differences, staffing issues, communication failures, budgeting ordeals—these are just some of the challenges that freshly promoted nurse managers may…

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NICE Network: Nurses leading change in infection prevention

July 23, 2018

The power of RNs to effect change By Sametria McCammon, MSPH, and Sharon Morgan, MSN, RN, NP-C For 2 years,…

Optimizing the ABCDEF bundle

July 24, 2018

Tips for overcoming challenges Takeaways: Post-intensive care syndrome has long-term negative consequences for patients and families. The ABCDEF bundle is…

Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis in children

July 23, 2018

Treatment for this rare disorder may require repeat surgeries. Takeaways: Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) is disease, but it’s progressive and…