Act fast against severe hypoglycemiaMarch 11, 2007With quick thinking and immediate action, you can save this patient.
Attaining Magnet statusMarch 11, 2007The authors explain the program that has brought Magnet success to seven hospitals – so far.
Before blowing the whistle, learn to protect yourselfMarch 11, 2007Don’t let fear of reprisal stop you from reporting serious misconduct.
Body contouring: Shaping the future of patients with an obese pastMarch 11, 2007Massive weight loss leaves lots of excess skin. See how plastic surgery can help.
Brief overview of ANA political action committeeMarch 11, 2007Why political advocacy? The American Nurses Association’s (ANA’s) ability to advance our legislative agenda at the Federal level depends on the successful coordination and implementation of three critical…
Capnography: A vital sign for the 21st centuryMarch 11, 2007Unlike traditional vital signs, capnography yields clear, specific information about the patient’s condition and quickly alerts you to life-threatening disturbances.
Care during crisisMarch 11, 2007ANA brings nurses, experts together to shape practice policy during disasters
Exploring intimacy and mystery in egg temperaMarch 11, 2007Years of nursing experience provide wellsprings of artistic ideas for Lora Abrador.
Letters to the Editor – March 2007March 11, 2007Personal experience with “Last breath” I found the article “Last breath: The ethics of pharmacologic paralysis” in the January issue to be very interesting. I used to think…
Making resolutions, making meaningful changesMarch 11, 2007Did you make a New Year’s resolution? If so, how’s your resolve holding up? According to researchers, after 1 month, 75% of resolutions are being kept. The number…
Retail-based clinics: New option for nursesMarch 11, 2007Someone who feels ill has two options: He can call his physician’s office and make an appointment—maybe for the same day, maybe not. Then, the patient can drive…
Safe patient handling and movement in home healthcare settingsMarch 11, 2007Home health settings present a challenging health care environment for home healthcare workers who perform patient movement and handling activities, such as lifting, transferring, or repositioning patients. All…
Selecting lifts for patients with special needsMarch 11, 2007Learn how to keep four types of special-needs patients mobile and keep yourself injury-free.
Take Note – March 2007March 11, 2007Previous hospital-room occupants may spread MRSA and VRE The risk of acquiring methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) or vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) infections increases if the prior hospital-room occupant tested…
Taking a seat at ANA’s policy-making tableMarch 11, 2007I am looking forward to 2007 being another banner year for the American Nurses Association (ANA) as we continue our efforts to advance the nursing profession through policy…
The five P’s spell positive outcomes for ARDS patientsMarch 11, 2007Protect your ARDS patients from danger with perfusion, positioning, protective lung ventilation, protocol weaning, and prevention of complications.
Using our gold mine to compensate for our deficitMarch 11, 2007The imbalance between supply and demand in the nursing profession is old news by now. We’ve all heard the numbers, read the analyses, and seen the inevitable trends.…
Why must I make a service commitment?March 11, 2007During my senior year of nursing school, I tried to do everything right to prepare for my first nursing job. I thought I understood the system. I was…
Act fast against severe hypoglycemiaWith quick thinking and immediate action, you can save this patient.
Attaining Magnet statusThe authors explain the program that has brought Magnet success to seven hospitals – so far.
Before blowing the whistle, learn to protect yourselfDon’t let fear of reprisal stop you from reporting serious misconduct.
Body contouring: Shaping the future of patients with an obese pastMassive weight loss leaves lots of excess skin. See how plastic surgery can help.
Brief overview of ANA political action committeeWhy political advocacy? The American Nurses Association’s (ANA’s) ability to advance our legislative agenda at the Federal level depends on the successful coordination and…
Capnography: A vital sign for the 21st centuryUnlike traditional vital signs, capnography yields clear, specific information about the patient’s condition and quickly alerts you to life-threatening disturbances.
Exploring intimacy and mystery in egg temperaYears of nursing experience provide wellsprings of artistic ideas for Lora Abrador.
Letters to the Editor – March 2007Personal experience with “Last breath” I found the article “Last breath: The ethics of pharmacologic paralysis” in the January issue to be very interesting.…
Making resolutions, making meaningful changesDid you make a New Year’s resolution? If so, how’s your resolve holding up? According to researchers, after 1 month, 75% of resolutions are…
Retail-based clinics: New option for nursesSomeone who feels ill has two options: He can call his physician’s office and make an appointment—maybe for the same day, maybe not. Then,…
Safe patient handling and movement in home healthcare settingsHome health settings present a challenging health care environment for home healthcare workers who perform patient movement and handling activities, such as lifting, transferring,…
Selecting lifts for patients with special needsLearn how to keep four types of special-needs patients mobile and keep yourself injury-free.
Take Note – March 2007Previous hospital-room occupants may spread MRSA and VRE The risk of acquiring methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) or vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) infections increases if the…
Taking a seat at ANA’s policy-making tableI am looking forward to 2007 being another banner year for the American Nurses Association (ANA) as we continue our efforts to advance the…
The five P’s spell positive outcomes for ARDS patientsProtect your ARDS patients from danger with perfusion, positioning, protective lung ventilation, protocol weaning, and prevention of complications.
Using our gold mine to compensate for our deficitThe imbalance between supply and demand in the nursing profession is old news by now. We’ve all heard the numbers, read the analyses, and…
Why must I make a service commitment?During my senior year of nursing school, I tried to do everything right to prepare for my first nursing job. I thought I understood…
The five P’s spell positive outcomes for ARDS patientsBy: Janice Powers, MSN, RN, CCRN, CCNS, CNRN, CWCN
