Take Note – December 2007Previous pneumonia vaccination reduces ICU admissions Among adults hospitalized for pneumonia, those who’ve been vaccinated against the disease are less likely than unvaccinated patients…
Spotlight on three nurse researchers: ANF grants help build expertise to benefit patients and nursesNurse researchers play a vital role in health care throughout this country. Their work can make a huge difference in determining how care can…
Speeding to save a stroke victimThe swift response of the healthcare team helps a patient avoid the most devastating effects of a stroke.
Get Savvy to syncopeSyncope is a common occurrence and is commonly benign. But sometimes a swoon signals a serious underlying condition. Learn what causes syncope and how…
Take Note – November 2007Medical illiteracy can kill A 6-year study of 3,260 patients ages 65 and older found that almost 40% of those considered medically illiterate died…
Discovering and stopping hyperkalemiaFast, focused assessment and action can stop this dangerous imbalance.
What’s the latest on lipoproteinsA new lab technique called segmented gradient gel electrophoresis identifies subclasses of cholesterol and more precisely predicts your patient’s cardiac risk.
Sickle cell trait can take a sudden deadly turnFor someone with sickle cell trait, exercise can trigger dangerous complications. But most people who have the trait, don’t know it.
Protect your patients from venous thromboembolismHow an evidence-based protocol for risk assessment and risk-based prophylaxis can decrease venous thromboembolism in your institution.
Family presence during resuscitation: The in’s and out’sWhen the family wants to be with the patient, this advice will help you guide the conversation and manage the situation.
Putting the breaks on pulmonary edemaI.V. fluids should help a dehydrated patient, but for one with a history of atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease, they could contribute to…
Take Note – October 2007Medicare to stop reimbursing hospitals for eight preventable conditions Medicare will stop paying hospitals for the extra costs of treating eight conditions stemming from…
Take Note – December 2007Previous pneumonia vaccination reduces ICU admissions Among adults hospitalized for pneumonia, those who’ve been vaccinated against the disease are less likely than…
Spotlight on three nurse researchers: ANF grants help build expertise to benefit patients and nursesNurse researchers play a vital role in health care throughout this country. Their work can make a huge difference in determining how…
Speeding to save a stroke victimThe swift response of the healthcare team helps a patient avoid the most devastating effects of a stroke.
Get Savvy to syncopeSyncope is a common occurrence and is commonly benign. But sometimes a swoon signals a serious underlying condition. Learn what causes syncope…
Take Note – November 2007Medical illiteracy can kill A 6-year study of 3,260 patients ages 65 and older found that almost 40% of those considered medically…
Discovering and stopping hyperkalemiaFast, focused assessment and action can stop this dangerous imbalance.
What’s the latest on lipoproteinsA new lab technique called segmented gradient gel electrophoresis identifies subclasses of cholesterol and more precisely predicts your patient’s cardiac risk.
Sickle cell trait can take a sudden deadly turnFor someone with sickle cell trait, exercise can trigger dangerous complications. But most people who have the trait, don’t know it.
Protect your patients from venous thromboembolismHow an evidence-based protocol for risk assessment and risk-based prophylaxis can decrease venous thromboembolism in your institution.
Family presence during resuscitation: The in’s and out’sWhen the family wants to be with the patient, this advice will help you guide the conversation and manage the situation.
Putting the breaks on pulmonary edemaI.V. fluids should help a dehydrated patient, but for one with a history of atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease, they could…
Take Note – October 2007Medicare to stop reimbursing hospitals for eight preventable conditions Medicare will stop paying hospitals for the extra costs of treating eight conditions…
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