When to refer patients for hospice careWhat happens to patients once they reach the maximum benefit of traditional curative treatment? For many, hospice should be considered. A point on the…
Normal-pressure hydrocephalus: The “wet, wobbly, and wacky” triadAn often-missed diagnosis, this condition may mimic certain types of dementia.
Call for abstracts for home care conferenceThe second annual International Home Care Nurses Organization Conference, Sept. 23-26 in Singapore, has released a call for abstracts. Deadline is April 1. Read…
A troubled life, a difficult deathEditor’s note: National Homelessness Awareness Week is November 10-18. Like many of our homeless patients, “Sarah” was a bundle of contradictions. She came from…
Understanding end-tidal CO2 monitoringThis noninvasive technique gives early warning of respiratory compromise.
Managing end-of-life symptomsFor patients nearing death, palliative care can enhance quality of life by easing pain and other symptoms, improving sleep, and reducing fatigue. Managing end-of-life…
Joint Commission awards first certifications for palliative careThe Joint Commission has awarded its new Advanced Certification for Palliative Care to five hospitals: Regions Hospital, St. Paul, Minn.; Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester,…
When it’s my time to dieFailing to make our end-of-life wishes known to others can deny us and our loved ones important choices.
Chest tube care: The more you know, the easier it getsMany nurses find chest tube care intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be. Once you understand the basics, you can be confident when caring for…
Stop the silence of elder abuseLearn how to identify elder abuse and what to do if you suspect abuse.
Evidence-based interventions for dyspneaEditor’s note: One of a series of articles on managing cancer-related symptoms from the Oncology Nursing Society. Dyspnea is “a subjective experience of breathing…
National Priorities Partnership explores nursing’s contributions to healthcare transformationSeeking to address major healthcare challenges, the National Priorities Partnership recognizes the many contributions nurses are making to advance its goals and transform health…
When to refer patients for hospice careWhat happens to patients once they reach the maximum benefit of traditional curative treatment? For many, hospice should be considered. A point…
Normal-pressure hydrocephalus: The “wet, wobbly, and wacky” triadAn often-missed diagnosis, this condition may mimic certain types of dementia.
Call for abstracts for home care conferenceThe second annual International Home Care Nurses Organization Conference, Sept. 23-26 in Singapore, has released a call for abstracts. Deadline is April…
A troubled life, a difficult deathEditor’s note: National Homelessness Awareness Week is November 10-18. Like many of our homeless patients, “Sarah” was a bundle of contradictions. She…
Understanding end-tidal CO2 monitoringThis noninvasive technique gives early warning of respiratory compromise.
Managing end-of-life symptomsFor patients nearing death, palliative care can enhance quality of life by easing pain and other symptoms, improving sleep, and reducing fatigue.…
Joint Commission awards first certifications for palliative careThe Joint Commission has awarded its new Advanced Certification for Palliative Care to five hospitals: Regions Hospital, St. Paul, Minn.; Strong Memorial…
When it’s my time to dieFailing to make our end-of-life wishes known to others can deny us and our loved ones important choices.
Chest tube care: The more you know, the easier it getsMany nurses find chest tube care intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be. Once you understand the basics, you can be confident when…
Stop the silence of elder abuseLearn how to identify elder abuse and what to do if you suspect abuse.
Evidence-based interventions for dyspneaEditor’s note: One of a series of articles on managing cancer-related symptoms from the Oncology Nursing Society. Dyspnea is “a subjective experience…
National Priorities Partnership explores nursing’s contributions to healthcare transformationSeeking to address major healthcare challenges, the National Priorities Partnership recognizes the many contributions nurses are making to advance its goals and…
