A nursing journey: Design, autonomy, and accountabilityNovember 8, 2022Maritza A. Lara, MS, RN, PHN, recipient of the Jeannine Rivet National Leadership Award in 2021, immigrated to the United States with the hope that nursing would be…
Adult intussusceptionNovember 4, 2022Quick action ensures prompt diagnosis and treatment. Takeaways: Metformin-associated induced lactic acidosis (MALA) is a life-threatening condition that requires prompt, aggressive management. Early recognition of signs and symptoms…
ANA Enterprise News, November 2022November 7, 2022ANA applauds introduction of ICAN Act The American Nurses Association (ANA) has joined with the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners®, and the…
Brick by brickNovember 6, 2022Building a foundation for a stronger healthcare system Early in her career, Betty Rambur, PhD, RN, FAAN, grew concerned about what she saw as unnecessary care. This interest…
Dealing with POLST and long-term careNovember 8, 2022I’m a new RN on the night shift at a skilled nursing facility (SNF) in California. The admissions clerk, who isn’t a healthcare professional, is required to obtain…
Ending stigmaNovember 4, 2022If a flood or fire were to hit a community, RNs would spring into action, working long hours under stressful conditions to triage and treat the acutely ill…
Giving thanksNovember 2, 2022The best gifts frequently are the smallest. Lillee Gelinas Nurses and the nursing profession enjoy many expressions of gratitude nationally and internationally. The World Health Organization celebrates International…
Is your patient on a clinical trial?November 1, 2022One simple question can make all the difference. Takeaways: The billions of prescriptions filled by Americans every year demonstrate the altruism of clinical trial participants who accept risk…
Managing pain in palliative careNovember 2, 2022Effective management requires patient advocacy. Pain in all stages of care—from acute to chronic—can result in debilitating and distressing effects that leave patients feeling as though they have…
Nurses’ health in the wake of COVID-19November 5, 2022Using HNHN survey data to examine trends, address needs The COVID-19 pandemic has put extraordinary strain on nurses, exacerbating the daily health challenges they already face. Indeed, poor…
Opioid overdose cardiopulmonary emergenciesNovember 3, 2022Over the past 10 years, opioid-related overdoses and death have steadily increased across the United States. The World Health Organization indicates that about half a million deaths are…
Rebuilding teamwork after a turbulent timeNovember 2, 2022Focus on safety and trust. Takeaways: Research indicates that many nurses who joined teams during the pandemic feel less connected to other team members. With intentional work that…
Systems thinking and nursing innovationNovember 4, 2022ANA Innovation is changing the way nurses look at systems through its Innovation Advisory Board and Committees. Systems thinking represents an effective tool for understanding the continuity of…
The posttraumatic nurseNovember 7, 2022Focus on growth rather than disorder. The last several years have been tough as a result of the pandemic, social unrest, retention issues, burnout, and overwhelming exhaustion. Patients…
Understanding infusion pump technologyNovember 3, 2022Safety and usability direct next-generation smart pump innovations. Nurses look to technology to help solve problems, and they recognize that addressing smart pump technology can help solve ongoing…
Visual abstracts maximize interest and impactNovember 6, 2022Clarify your message to enhance your reach. Takeaways: Visual abstracts provide a short graphic synopsis of key points contained in your scholarship. A visual abstract can be used…
What’s the economic value of nursing?November 5, 2022Addressing the nursing shortage requires healthcare policy change. How do you approach a massive problem with many confounding variables to achieve improvement and measurable outcomes? That’s the question…
When up is down: Delirium superimposed on dementiaNovember 2, 2022How do we differentiate delirium and dementia and assess for DSD and prevent DSD and manage individuals with the condition? Distinguishing between the two conditions can help ensure…
Dealing with POLST and long-term careBy: Chris Wilson, JD, MS, RN, HEC-C, member of the ANA Ethics and Human Rights Advisory Board
Rebuilding teamwork after a turbulent timeBy: Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, and Tanya M. Cohn, Ph.D., MEd, RN
The posttraumatic nurseBy: Anna Fitch Courie, DNP, RN, PHNA-BC, and Josh Goldberg, Executive Director, Boulder Crest Institute for Posttraumatic Growth
Visual abstracts maximize interest and impactBy: Shannon S. Layton, DNP, MSW, RN, CNL, CWCN, NEA-BC, LICSW, PIP; Stephanie Hammond, DNP, CRNP, ANP-BC, COHN-S; Cori C. Johnson, DNP, CRNP, AGNP-C; and David James, DNP, MSHQS, RN, CCNS, NPD-BC
When up is down: Delirium superimposed on dementiaBy: Candace C. Harrington, PhD, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, CNE, FAAN; Ardis M. Roederer, DNP, MEd, BSN, RN, AGACNP-BC; Hope K. Eppley, DNP, BSN, RN, and Pamela Z. Cacchione, PhD, CRNP, GNP-BC, FGSA, FAAN