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October 2008 Vol. 3 No. 10
Baby boom: More photos from the NICU
Editor’s note: Our May 2008 “American Nurse, American Talent” department featured newborn photographs taken by Cheryl Briggs. They were so…
Brace yourself Generation Y is coming
Today’s newly minted nurses have all the right stuff to help nursing advance. Can older nurses make the adjustments needed to retain them?
Dodging a trach tragedy
When a patient’s O2 Sat falls and subcutaneous neck edema arises, adroit troubleshooting identifies the cause.
Drugs Today – October 2008
Web Exclusive! An update of drug news, including alerts, approvals, and removals.
Helping nurses to achieve nursing excellence
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association, provides individuals and organizations throughout the nursing…
Letters to the Editor – October 2008
Novice nurses: Leading the way against nurse abuse In the informative and timely article “No more nurse abuse” (July), John…
Modifying the Magnet model: The shape of things to come
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) rolls out a new model for its Magnet Recognition Program.
One giant leap
Many of us may be too young to remember the original broadcast of Neil Armstrong landing on the moon, but…
Our Magnet site Visit
How preparation paved the way to success
Overcoming obstacles to vaccination
More children are going unvaccinated these days. This article can help reverse this worrisome trend.
Parish nursing: Reclaiming the spiritual dimensions of care
Faith-based nursing provides autonomy, creativity, flexibility, and the chance to provide whole-person care.
References – October 2008
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Responding to a sentinel event
Sentinel events happen even in the best hospitals. Do you know what these events are and how to handle them?
Sex after breast cancer: Helping your patient cope
Sexual dysfunction plagues many breast cancer patients. Learn why this happens and how to intervene appropriately.
Sexuality assessment and intervention tool
Web exclusive!
Surviving the night shift
Early in my nursing career, I rotated shifts—from days to evenings and then to a 2-week schedule of nights. One…
Take Note – October 2008
Web Exclusive! A monthly round-up of clinical and practice news and alerts.
Taking it to the top
The Doctor of Nursing Practice degree has aroused confusion and controversy. Learn why.
Understanding MCS
More research is needed to increase our understanding of multiple chemical sensitivity.
Zero tolerance for disruptive behavior
Nurses engage in nearly as much disruptive behavior as physicians. Let’s put an end to it.
