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Thriving Together: How Generation Z is Transforming Nursing Education
Working with Generation Z nurses has been both innovative and transformative. Defined as individuals born between 1997 and 2012, Generation Z brings a unique perspective to nursing, shaped by their experiences, educational background, and the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. As an educator, adapting to this generation’s needs requires a deep understanding of their characteristics and a commitment to ensure nursing orientation and education has been designed for their success.
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…
Meet the KSNA Board!
The strength of the Kansas State Nurses Association lies in the dedication and leadership of its Board of Directors. These committed professionals guide our…
Cracking the Code: Admission Criteria and Predictors of Success in Nursing Programs
This study investigated the effectiveness of traditional admission criteria in predicting first-semester success in prelicensure nursing programs. With increasing attention to fairness and accessibility…
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…
Kansas Nurses Association New Executive Director
Vicky McGrath DNP, MBA, RN, OCNWe are thrilled to welcome Vicky McGrath DNP, MBA, RN, OCN as the new Executive Director of the Kansas…
Kansas Nurses Association President’s Update, May 2025
Laura Mallett, MSN, RNPresident, Kansas State Nurses Association News from the board: We met in January and held an orientation for the new board…
Nurse Practitioner License Protection Case Study: Failure to Document Medication Management in Accordance with the Standard of Care
This is sponsored content and is supplied by Nurses Service Organization. The content has been reviewed by our HCM internal editorial staff but is…
KSNA | Social Media Etiquette for Nursing Professionals
This is sponsored content and is supplied by Nurses Service Organization. The content has been reviewed by our HCM internal editorial staff but is…
New Report Available on the State of Nursing in Kansas
Kansas has suffered chronic shortages and occasional surpluses of nurses for many years. Severe shortages of nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic impacted how care…
Leveled Learning: Applying Benner’s Novice to Expert Theory in Multi-Patient Simulation
Upon completing their nursing degree, students enter clinical areas where they are expected to perform various duties, including delegating tasks and prioritizing patient care.…
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…
Improving Knowledge, Confidence, and Skills in Perinatal Bereavement Care Through Simulation in Baccalaureate Nursing Students
Many baccalaureate nursing programs throughout the United States thread concepts of bereavement and end-of-life care throughout their curriculum. However, a standardized education…
KSNA Executive Director’s Message, February 2025
Dana EricksonExecutive Director,Kansas State Nurses Association Greetings, fellow KSNA members, I hope the New Year is treating you well as we welcome…
Assessing Mild Cognitive Impairment in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Primary care nurse practitioners (NPs) encounter complex patients with co-existing medical and psychiatric conditions which present differential diagnosis challenges. Obstructive sleep apnea…
What Nurses Need to Know About Metadata, Documentation, and Legal Liability
This content is sponsored and supplied to American Nurse Journal by Nurses Service Organization. Content has been reviewed by ANJ editorial staff…
Writing retreats for nurses: Inspiration to share
Invest in your writing skills and journey. Takeaways: Nurses can write about various topics, including evidence-based practice, patient engagement and education, quality…
Factors Influencing New Graduate Nurse Employment
Introduction: In recent years, healthcare advocates have focused attention on the nursing shortage. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) workforce projections indicate…
Kansas Nurses Association President’s Update, December 2024
Laura Mallett, MSN, RNPresident, Kansas State Nurses Association Angela Beddoe, ANA CEO, is asking us to help where we can the victims…
Family Presence During Resuscitation in the Emergency Department
FAMILY PRESENCE DURING resuscitation (FPDR) consists of having one or more family members present during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). According to the literature,…
Kansas Nurses Association President’s Annual Report December 2024
Laura Mallett, MSN, RNPresident, Kansas State Nurses Association I cannot believe it has already been a year as your KSNA President. It…
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Premature ventricular complexes
Your patient has heart failure exacerbation, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, chronic renal failure, and depression. She says that she feels lightheaded and anxious. She also describes her heart as “fluttering” at times. After placing leads and electrodes…
Semaglutide: Shedding pounds, weighing risks
Semaglutide is a member of the glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RAs) drug class, which promotes increased insulin secretion. GLP-1 activation also slows gastric emptying, which promotes weight loss and offers benefits for obesity in patients with type 2…
Treatment-resistant depression and the T-rex combination
The T-Rex combination of Trintellix (vortioxetine) and Rexulti (brexpiprazole) targets multiple neurotransmitter systems, providing a novel and effective approach for managing treatment-resistant depression. This article is available to American Nurses Association members and ANJ subscribers only. Already a member? Log…
Collaboration in patient-centered care planning
Person-centered care planning ensures well-informed patients, adherence to therapy, and patient self-management confidence
Pressure injuries and indwelling urinary catheters
Urethral erosion and urethral meatus pressure injuries resulting from a medical device-related pressure injury (MDRPI) frequently are overlooked, understudied, and not well…
Advance care planning in the Black faith community
Advance care planning, a routine aspect of healthcare, helps individuals make decisions about future care by reviewing their values, goals, and wishes.…
PTSD: Increase screening and treatment
Many nurse practitioners (NPs) provide care in medically underserved areas, some in one of the more than 1,400 free clinics throughout the…
Acute kidney injury: A quick diagnosis aids recovery
A 35-year-old man arrives at the ED with severe weakness, diarrhea, nausea, hypotension, and tachycardia, which began after he finished a 100-mile…
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