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Below are recent articles from
Iowa Nurse Reporter, the official publication of the Iowa Nurses Association.

Addressing Obesity Bias: The Opportunity for Nurses to Impact Change

Introduction Obesity is a significant chronic disease affecting millions globally. Obesity is linked to a variety of comorbidities, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, obstructive sleep apnea, and certain cancers (Purnell, 2023). In addition to these…

INA President’s Message | Sept. 2025

Dear INA Members, Greg Opseth, MHA, BSN, RNPresidentIowa Nurses Association As we move through another eventful quarter, I want to extend my appreciation for…

A Message from the INA Executive Director | Sept. 2025

Dear INA Members, Kristen Vencl, INA Executive Director It is with deep gratitude and great enthusiasm that I step into the role of Executive…

Change: From Cocoon to Wings

Education Committee Update The Iowa Nurses Association (INA) Education Committee has been actively planning engaging educational opportunities for members, including quarterly virtual town halls…

Iowa Legislative Session | Sept. 2025

The Iowa Legislature wrapped up its work for the year on May 15 after three consecutive 18+ hour days. During this time they managed…

Join Us for Our Upcoming Town Hall: Code Lavender

The Iowa Nurses Association (INA) invites nursing leaders across the state to a free virtual town hall meeting focused on advancing nurse wellbeing and retention in today’s challenging…

Nurse License Protection Case Study: Failure to accept only those nursing assignments that are commensurate with the nurse’s education, experience, knowledge and abilities

A State Board of Nursing (SBON) complaint may be filed against a nurse by a patient, a patient’s family member, colleague, employer, and/or other…

Nurse Case Study: Failure to monitor high fall risk patient; failure to educate family on fall prevention

Nurse Medical Malpractice Case Study with Risk Management Strategies Presented by NSO and CNA This is sponsored content and is supplied by Nurses Service…

Creating a Healthy Haven: The Key to Healthcare Workforce Stability

A healthy work environment has become the impetus for not only recruiting and retaining healthcare workers but is also the cornerstone for optimal patient…

Self-Care Positive Self-Talk

Taking time for yourself may sound selfish but it just may be the best thing you can do for those around you and yourself.…

Support the Future of Nursing through the Iowa Nurses Foundation

Join us in empowering the next generation of nurses by supporting the Iowa Nurses Foundation (INF). As the philanthropic arm of the INA, INF…

2025 INA Annual Conference

Call for Speakers & Posters We’re seeking dynamic and engaging speakers and poster posters for our 2025 Annual Conference, “From Cocoon to…

President’s Message | Iowa Nurses Association | June 2025

Greg Opseth, MHA, BSN, RNPresidentIowa Nurses AssociationDear INA Members, I hope this message finds you well and enjoying the renewal that spring…

Nurse License Protection Case Study: Neglecting an ED patient in need of nursing care; failing to maintain an accurate healthcare information record

Nurse License Protection Case Study with Risk Management Strategies Presented by NSO This is sponsored content and is supplied by Nurses Service…

Human Trafficking: How Can We Help

This article regarding human trafficking (HT) is the second in the series and will address how to implement a screening tool in…

Apply for an Iowa Nurses Foundation Scholarship

The Iowa Nurses Foundation is the charitable and philanthropic arm of the Iowa Nurses Association with a mission to promote and support…

Caring Without Boundaries: Embracing Inclusivity in Nursing Practice

Nursing is a profession that transcends borders, identities, and ideologies. In Iowa and across the United States, nurses care for individuals from…

Join the Iowa Nurses Association for the 2025 Town Hall Series!

The Iowa Nurses Association (INA) invites you to participate in our 2025 Virtual Town Hall Series, an informal, open forum designed to…

Strengthening Iowa’s Nursing Workforce: Join INA in Finding the Solution

Laura L. FullerExecutive DirectorIowa Nurses Association The nursing profession stands as the backbone of Iowa’s healthcare system, providing essential care to patients…

President’s Message | Iowa Nurses Association | February 2025

I hope this message finds everyone well and staying warm as we kick off the new year. The 2025 General Assembly convened…

Congratulations to the 2024 INA Award Recipients

The Collaborative Practice Award Recipients: Carrie Melcher, BSN, RN and Mary Greely Medical Center The Collaborative Practice Award recognizes the power of…

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Effective discharge education using the teach-back method

Emergency department providers frequently manage non-acute health issues, which could be more effectively addressed in other healthcare settings. This trend is evident in the staggering number of annual ED visits in the United States. To address this concern in a…

Geriatric urosepsis: Prevention and detection

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (National Academies) acknowledges the complexities of treating older adults who live in LTC facilities. Stark differences in diagnostic capabilities exist between LTC facilities and acute-care hospitals, including limited access to medical supplies,…

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A 54-year-old woman arrives at the ED with flu-like symptoms, including fatigue, muscle aches, and a mild fever. Her medical history includes depression, which she manages with a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, and recurrent migraines treated with a triptan. Two…

Comprehensive nursing approach to hepatitis B and C

HBV and HCV pose significant health risks. In their chronic form, years after initial infection, both viruses can result in severe health issues, including liver cirrhosis, liver cancer, and deaths related to viral hepatitis. Nurses have an important role to…