Nurses lead in fighting opioid crisis
Nowhere in the nation are we immune to the ravages of the opioid epidemic. The crisis has struck our cities, suburbs, and rural communities. Across party…
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Carbon monoxide poisoning: The silent killer
In June 2013, a mother and her 11-year-old son drove to the North Carolina mountains for an overnight stay and checked into a nice hotel with an indoor pool. Shortly after…
Practical steps for applying acuity-based staffing
In the healthcare arena, change happens at a rapid pace. Healthcare leaders face the continual challenge of delivering high-quality patient care while managing costs. A growing body of evidence shows that…
Practical Steps for Applying Acuity-Based Staffing
Practical Steps for Applying Acuity-Based Staffing (more…)
Medical alert: Delirium do’s and don’ts
Delirium is a state of confusion and altered level of consciousness that comes on suddenly and lasts for hours or even weeks before resolving. A serious and often…
High stakes in the U.S. House and Senate
While the 2016 presidential campaign continues to dominate headlines, the outcome of critical races in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate could dramatically alter Washington’s political landscape. Through…
Zika virus: Dispelling the myths
Since its emergence, Zika virus has been a source of concern and confusion for many people worldwide, particularly in today’s era of instant messaging and misinformation. However, because…
Stepping up to prevent antibiotic resistance, manage emerging diseases
Since microorganisms were first linked to infectious diseases centuries ago, scientists and healthcare practitioners have been waging a war to stop the spread of pathogens that lead to potentially…
Antimicrobial stewardship and you
The World Health Organization estimates that by 2050, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) will cause as many as 10 million deaths globally. Not only does AMR lead to increased mortality; it also lengthens…
Making a difference for patients through culturally congruent care
Regardless of the healthcare setting, a registered nurse (RN) in 2016 is likely to encounter patients with culturally diverse beliefs and practices about health,…
Attaining a culturally congruent practice
Patient-centered, holistic care is something that nurses are taught about early and are expected to strive for every day. Yet we can’t truly practice…
Nurses lead in fighting opioid crisis
Nowhere in the nation are we immune to the ravages of the opioid epidemic. The crisis has struck our cities, suburbs, and rural communities.…
Carbon monoxide poisoning: The silent killer
In June 2013, a mother and her 11-year-old son drove to the North Carolina mountains for an overnight stay and checked into a nice hotel with an indoor…
Practical steps for applying acuity-based staffing
In the healthcare arena, change happens at a rapid pace. Healthcare leaders face the continual challenge of delivering high-quality patient care while managing costs. A growing body of…
Practical Steps for Applying Acuity-Based Staffing
Practical Steps for Applying Acuity-Based Staffing (more…)
Medical alert: Delirium do’s and don’ts
Delirium is a state of confusion and altered level of consciousness that comes on suddenly and lasts for hours or even weeks before resolving. A…
High stakes in the U.S. House and Senate
While the 2016 presidential campaign continues to dominate headlines, the outcome of critical races in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate could dramatically alter Washington’s political…
Zika virus: Dispelling the myths
Since its emergence, Zika virus has been a source of concern and confusion for many people worldwide, particularly in today’s era of instant messaging and…
Stepping up to prevent antibiotic resistance, manage emerging diseases
Since microorganisms were first linked to infectious diseases centuries ago, scientists and healthcare practitioners have been waging a war to stop the spread of pathogens that lead…
Antimicrobial stewardship and you
The World Health Organization estimates that by 2050, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) will cause as many as 10 million deaths globally. Not only does AMR lead to increased mortality; it…
Making a difference for patients through culturally congruent care
Regardless of the healthcare setting, a registered nurse (RN) in 2016 is likely to encounter patients with culturally diverse beliefs and practices…
Attaining a culturally congruent practice
Patient-centered, holistic care is something that nurses are taught about early and are expected to strive for every day. Yet we can’t…
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