Massive blood transfusion protocols
RACHEL BROWN*, a 74-year-old woman, is admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) after a non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction. She’s on a heparin…
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Advanced practice nurses: Show your spirit
Declare the importance of your independence. WE CELEBRATE American Independence Day on July 4 every year. Fireworks, parades, carnivals, concerts, and baseball games are…
Problem of psychiatric patient ED boarding
Leaders can advocate for changes to reduce ED boarding and crowding. IN SEPTEMBER 2012, in Update 2 to the Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals, The…
High-level disinfection and sterilization
Nurses should have reprocessing knowledge, training, and competency. Takeaways In 2018, more than 50% of hospitals surveyed by The Joint Commission were found to…
Evidence-based epilepsy care
EPILEPSY is one of the most common disorders of the central nervous system, affecting 65 million people worldwide—3.4 million in the United States. It…
Nurse health coaches: Who, what, and why
Guide patients to help them reach their health goals. Takeaways: Nurse health coaches help patients recognize their healthcare barriers and overcome them with education…
Oral anticoagulants: Pharmacologic management update
Stay-up-to-date to avoid complications and achieve the best treatment for patients. Takeaways: This article discusses the use of oral anticoagulants. Indications, side effects and…
Nursing considerations for procedural sedation and analgesia: Part 1
This first in a two-part series reviews patient assessment, red flags, and pharmacologic agents. Takeaways: Registered nurses providing moderate procedural sedation and analgesia must…
Summer HEAT nursing camp: First-year experiences in program development
The authors describe a fun way to help students explore career options. Takeaways: · Nursing faculty facilitate an interactive career exploration camp for high…
Social media: New communication platform, but old rules still apply
Stop and think before you post. Takeaways: · Social media is a powerful double-edged sword capable of providing access to education and also leading…
Massive blood transfusion protocols
RACHEL BROWN*, a 74-year-old woman, is admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) after a non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction. She’s on…
Advanced practice nurses: Show your spirit
Declare the importance of your independence. WE CELEBRATE American Independence Day on July 4 every year. Fireworks, parades, carnivals, concerts, and baseball…
Problem of psychiatric patient ED boarding
Leaders can advocate for changes to reduce ED boarding and crowding. IN SEPTEMBER 2012, in Update 2 to the Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for…
High-level disinfection and sterilization
Nurses should have reprocessing knowledge, training, and competency. Takeaways In 2018, more than 50% of hospitals surveyed by The Joint Commission were…
Evidence-based epilepsy care
EPILEPSY is one of the most common disorders of the central nervous system, affecting 65 million people worldwide—3.4 million in the United…
Nurse health coaches: Who, what, and why
Guide patients to help them reach their health goals. Takeaways: Nurse health coaches help patients recognize their healthcare barriers and overcome them…
Oral anticoagulants: Pharmacologic management update
Stay-up-to-date to avoid complications and achieve the best treatment for patients. Takeaways: This article discusses the use of oral anticoagulants. Indications, side…
Nursing considerations for procedural sedation and analgesia: Part 1
This first in a two-part series reviews patient assessment, red flags, and pharmacologic agents. Takeaways: Registered nurses providing moderate procedural sedation and…
Summer HEAT nursing camp: First-year experiences in program development
The authors describe a fun way to help students explore career options. Takeaways: · Nursing faculty facilitate an interactive career exploration camp…
Social media: New communication platform, but old rules still apply
Stop and think before you post. Takeaways: · Social media is a powerful double-edged sword capable of providing access to education and…