Be prepared for poison ivy, oak, and sumacJune 11, 2013The author clears up misconceptions and discusses treatment.
CDC releases recommendations related to doxycycline shortagesJune 11, 2013On June 12, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released recommendations related to the continued shortage of doxycycline, including what alternatives are available and cases in…
CDC releases updated guidelines for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome CoronavirusJune 11, 2013On June 7, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated guidelines for evaluating severe respiratory illness associated with Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV). Read…
FDA recommends healthcare facilities take steps to protect against medical cyberattackJune 11, 2013On June 17, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended that medical device manufacturers and health care facilities take steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in…
Fecal microbiota transplantation: Breaking the chain of recurrent C. difficile infectionJune 11, 2013The author describes an innovative technique that is helping patients with C. difficile infection, including patient selection; care before, during, and after the procedure; and patient education.
From our readers: Pack your bags: Preparing for a global health nursing experienceJune 11, 2013A nurse with overseas volunteer experience gives advice to those who want to follow in his footsteps.
From our readers: The guilt suicide leaves behindJune 11, 2013Dedicated to John, who was loved by so many
How to meet the challenge of disruptive patientsJune 11, 2013Disruptive patients can be challenging for even the most experienced nurse. Learn how identify those at high risk for disruptive behavior and strategies for defusing a person who…
Implementing safe patient handling and mobility: Overcoming mythsJune 11, 2013Every day, nurses and other healthcare workers suffer debilitating and often career-ending musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and other injuries related to manual patient handling. According to ANA’s 2011 Health…
International Home Care Nurses Organization holds first conferenceJune 11, 2013The International Home Care Nurses Organization will be holding its inaugural conference, The Future of Health Care Is at Home, on June 25-28 at Case Western Reserve University,…
MedWatch marks 20-year anniversaryJune 11, 2013One June 3, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted an article commemorating the 20th anniversary of MedWatch, which collects and reviews reports form healthcare professionals and…
Quiz TimeJune 11, 2013Which of the following is an advantage of a dry-suction chest drainage system? a. Lower levels of suction pressure b. Variable bubbling, which indicates proper functioning c. A…
Rising to the topJune 11, 2013Our editor-in-chief highlights nurse leaders, including Marilyn Tavenner, recently appointed as the new administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Safe sharps disposal in the homeJune 11, 2013Nurses can easily dispose of sharps in the hospital, but it’s not so easy for patients at home. Learn how you can educate patients to keep them safe…
Study: Older adults with hearing loss have more hospitalizations, poorer healthJune 11, 2013According to a study published by JAMA, older adults with hearing loss are more likely than peers with normal hearing to require hospitalization and suffer from periods of…
Study: Flu vaccine prevented millions of illnesses in past 6 yearsJune 11, 2013According to “Influenza Illness and Hospitalizations Averted by Influenza Vaccination in the United States, 2005–2011,” published in PLOSOne, vaccination prevented a minimum of 1.1 million influenza illnesses in…
Study: MRI may help diagnose bipolar disorderJune 11, 2013According to a study in Psychological Medicine, MRIs may help diagnose people with bipolar disorder. The researchers correctly differentiated bipolar patients from healthy individuals with 73% accuracy based…
Study: Nearly 70% of Americans on prescription drugsJune 11, 2013Nearly 70% of Americans are on at least one prescription drug, and more than half take two, according to a study published by Mayo Clinic Proceedings. The most…
Survey: Nurses Spend 53% of Shift on Tasks Besides Patient CareJune 11, 2013Survey: Nurses Spend 53% of Shift on Tasks Besides Patient Care
Thoughtful feedback loop: A nurse’s approach to personal and organizational improvementJune 11, 2013As a nurse, your partnership with another in the Thoughtful Feedback Loop gives you the power to exponentially increase the rate at which you professionally and personally improve.…
Understanding and managing alcohol withdrawal syndromeJune 11, 2013Be sure your skills for caring for patients going through alcohol detoxification are up to date.
What Works: Improving documentation of restraints in the neuro ICUJune 11, 2013Learn how one unit implemented their project, including outcomes and how to overcome barriers.
Be prepared for poison ivy, oak, and sumacThe author clears up misconceptions and discusses treatment.
CDC releases recommendations related to doxycycline shortagesOn June 12, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released recommendations related to the continued shortage of doxycycline, including what alternatives are…
CDC releases updated guidelines for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome CoronavirusOn June 7, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated guidelines for evaluating severe respiratory illness associated with Middle East Respiratory…
FDA recommends healthcare facilities take steps to protect against medical cyberattackOn June 17, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended that medical device manufacturers and health care facilities take steps to ensure that…
Fecal microbiota transplantation: Breaking the chain of recurrent C. difficile infectionThe author describes an innovative technique that is helping patients with C. difficile infection, including patient selection; care before, during, and after the procedure;…
From our readers: Pack your bags: Preparing for a global health nursing experienceA nurse with overseas volunteer experience gives advice to those who want to follow in his footsteps.
How to meet the challenge of disruptive patientsDisruptive patients can be challenging for even the most experienced nurse. Learn how identify those at high risk for disruptive behavior and strategies for…
Implementing safe patient handling and mobility: Overcoming mythsEvery day, nurses and other healthcare workers suffer debilitating and often career-ending musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and other injuries related to manual patient handling. According…
International Home Care Nurses Organization holds first conferenceThe International Home Care Nurses Organization will be holding its inaugural conference, The Future of Health Care Is at Home, on June 25-28 at…
MedWatch marks 20-year anniversaryOne June 3, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted an article commemorating the 20th anniversary of MedWatch, which collects and reviews reports…
Quiz TimeWhich of the following is an advantage of a dry-suction chest drainage system? a. Lower levels of suction pressure b. Variable bubbling, which indicates…
Rising to the topOur editor-in-chief highlights nurse leaders, including Marilyn Tavenner, recently appointed as the new administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Safe sharps disposal in the homeNurses can easily dispose of sharps in the hospital, but it’s not so easy for patients at home. Learn how you can educate patients…
Study: Older adults with hearing loss have more hospitalizations, poorer healthAccording to a study published by JAMA, older adults with hearing loss are more likely than peers with normal hearing to require hospitalization and…
Study: Flu vaccine prevented millions of illnesses in past 6 yearsAccording to “Influenza Illness and Hospitalizations Averted by Influenza Vaccination in the United States, 2005–2011,” published in PLOSOne, vaccination prevented a minimum of 1.1…
Study: MRI may help diagnose bipolar disorderAccording to a study in Psychological Medicine, MRIs may help diagnose people with bipolar disorder. The researchers correctly differentiated bipolar patients from healthy individuals…
Study: Nearly 70% of Americans on prescription drugsNearly 70% of Americans are on at least one prescription drug, and more than half take two, according to a study published by Mayo…
Survey: Nurses Spend 53% of Shift on Tasks Besides Patient CareSurvey: Nurses Spend 53% of Shift on Tasks Besides Patient Care
Thoughtful feedback loop: A nurse’s approach to personal and organizational improvementAs a nurse, your partnership with another in the Thoughtful Feedback Loop gives you the power to exponentially increase the rate at which you…
Understanding and managing alcohol withdrawal syndromeBe sure your skills for caring for patients going through alcohol detoxification are up to date.
What Works: Improving documentation of restraints in the neuro ICULearn how one unit implemented their project, including outcomes and how to overcome barriers.
