Diabetes— Pharmacologic management update
When large volumes of insulin are injected subcutaneously, inadequate absorption, poor adherence, insulin leaking at the site of injection, and increased drug and supply…
Nursing Education
Postmenopausal women and urinary incontinence
According to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, about 6,000 women in the United States enter menopause every day. During menopause (which is…
Community-acquired pneumonia
Community-acquired Pneumonia (CAP) is exactly what it sounds like—a lung infection acquired while out and about in the world. The cause may be a…
Managing mental health emergencies in the ED
The most important consideration when caring for this special population is ensuring, first and foremost, staff and patient safety. Both psychiatric patients and the…
Assessing and preventing cognitive impairment in the elderly
All segments of the international population are living longer, and many will experience dementia. Policymakers are focused on the cost estimates of caring for…
Nurse-scientists and nurse-engineers
Nursing contributions to medical inventions and innovations aren’t unheard of, but the role nurses play as frontline healthcare professionals begs the question: Can nurses…
Study of diversity and education of the nursing workforce 2006–2016
A study published in Nursing Outlook found increased diversity in gender and race/ethnicity as well as in education from 2006-2016. Read more here.
On-campus or online: Which educational format fits your needs?
Deciding between a traditional classroom education or an online program requires some research. Takeaways: There are a variety of reasons for nurses to further…
Genetics in the clinical setting
This article explains basic genetic terminology and processes and describes assessment steps to help clinical nurses care for and manage patients at risk for…
Off to school: A guide for nurses
Preparation, organization, and involvement are your keys to success. Going back to school is an exciting—and sometimes scary—endeavor. First, pat yourself on the back:…
Diabetes and cardiovascular disease: A deadly duo
Eugene Jones, age 66, has a 10-year history of type 2 diabetes mellitus; 1 year ago, he suffered a myocardial infarction (MI). During today’s…
Caring for Patients after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
For many years, surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) was the gold-standard treatment for severe, symptomatic aortic stenosis (AS). For eligible patients, this procedure can…
Diabetes— Pharmacologic management update
When large volumes of insulin are injected subcutaneously, inadequate absorption, poor adherence, insulin leaking at the site of injection, and increased drug…
Postmenopausal women and urinary incontinence
According to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, about 6,000 women in the United States enter menopause every day. During menopause…
Community-acquired pneumonia
Community-acquired Pneumonia (CAP) is exactly what it sounds like—a lung infection acquired while out and about in the world. The cause may…
Managing mental health emergencies in the ED
The most important consideration when caring for this special population is ensuring, first and foremost, staff and patient safety. Both psychiatric patients…
Assessing and preventing cognitive impairment in the elderly
All segments of the international population are living longer, and many will experience dementia. Policymakers are focused on the cost estimates of…
Nurse-scientists and nurse-engineers
Nursing contributions to medical inventions and innovations aren’t unheard of, but the role nurses play as frontline healthcare professionals begs the question:…
Study of diversity and education of the nursing workforce 2006–2016
A study published in Nursing Outlook found increased diversity in gender and race/ethnicity as well as in education from 2006-2016. Read more here.
On-campus or online: Which educational format fits your needs?
Deciding between a traditional classroom education or an online program requires some research. Takeaways: There are a variety of reasons for nurses…
Genetics in the clinical setting
This article explains basic genetic terminology and processes and describes assessment steps to help clinical nurses care for and manage patients at…
Off to school: A guide for nurses
Preparation, organization, and involvement are your keys to success. Going back to school is an exciting—and sometimes scary—endeavor. First, pat yourself on…
Diabetes and cardiovascular disease: A deadly duo
Eugene Jones, age 66, has a 10-year history of type 2 diabetes mellitus; 1 year ago, he suffered a myocardial infarction (MI).…
Caring for Patients after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
For many years, surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) was the gold-standard treatment for severe, symptomatic aortic stenosis (AS). For eligible patients, this…