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Purposeful staff rounding

A survey of peer-reviewed literature confirms that structured nurse rounding consistently improves patient satisfaction. Most of the available studies were conducted before the COVID-19 pandemic, when staffing ratios, care models, and patient acuity looked different from today. The core finding…

Breast cancer and nursing care

Breast cancer, the second most common cause of cancer throughout the world, according to the Global Cancer Observatory, is the fourth leading cause of cancer death. In the United States, breast cancer is the most prevalent cause of cancer and…

Reducing communication-related errors

In outpatient and inpatient settings, Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board certified nurses serve as pivotal stewards for the continuum of care backed by 45 years of high standards and distinguished expertise. This gold standard sets these nurses apart…

Understanding and preventing diabetic foot complications

In patients with Type 1 diabetes, glycemic control can nearly halt the progression of neuropathy; however, in those with Type 2 diabetes, glycemic control can limit but doesn’t halt its progression. Feldman and colleagues highlight the importance of addressing the…

Nurse educator burnout

Burnout, a condition discussed frequently in relation to clinical beside nurses, also impacts nursing faculty. As defined by the American Nurses Association,…

Nurse handoff and cardiac care

Left heart catheterization with percutaneous coronary intervention is the treatment of choice for patients presenting with symptoms of acute coronary syndrome. Understanding…

Addressing pediatric vaccine hesitancy

Studies also have addressed communication strategies that don’t work and should be avoided. For example, nurses shouldn’t assume vaccine misconceptions result from…