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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 Organization. The content has been reviewed by our HCM internal editorial staff but is not peer-reviewed.…
Thriving Together: How Generation Z is Transforming Nursing Education
Introduction 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…
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 association, advocate for nurses across the state, and work tirelessly to advance the nursing profession. In…
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 in higher education, nursing programs must reassess the reliance on standardized tests and science grade point…
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 health ramifications, obesity also underscores…
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 State Nurses Association (KSNA). Vicky started the position on March 10, 2025. Vicky brings a wealth…
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 members and the President-elect. In the afternoon, we went into session to wrap up last year’s…
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 not peer-reviewed. A STATE BOARD OF NURSING (SBON) complaint may be filed against a nurse practitioner…
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 not peer-reviewed. In today’s digital world, social media is a vital tool for connection and communication.…
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 was provided in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, home health, public health and in schools. Employers…
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…
Thriving Together: How Generation Z is Transforming Nursing Education
Introduction Working with Generation Z nurses has been both innovative and transformative. Defined as individuals born between 1997 and 2012, Generation Z…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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 understood. This article is available to American Nurses Association members and ANJ subscribers only. Already a member? Log…
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. However, many people from diverse communities feel reluctant to discuss end-of-life care wishes because of past experiences, cultural…
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…
Cannabis and healthcare: Complicated policies and laws
A physician authorizes medical cannabis for an 18-year-old student who lives in a college dorm in a state where cannabis is legal…
Women and HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis
Why are new HIV cases still occurring when we have preventive treatment? One reason could be a lack of knowledge and experience…
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