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October 2015 Vol. 10 No. 10
Andy was a freshman in high school when he first tried marijuana. He and his friends began experimenting, thinking marijuana was “cool and just like smoking a cigarette,…
Sometimes certain people have personality problems — and anger problems. If that person happens to be in a position of authority, the result can be violence. This was,…
The American Heart Association has published new guidelines for CPR and emergency cardiovascular care. Read a quick summary, download a PDF with the highlights, and access the full…
Courage is an important attribute in life and in your nursing practice. As Helen Keller said, “Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature nor…
On Oct. 22, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved eltassa (patiromer for oral suspension) to treat hyperkalemia. Read more.
On Oct. 9, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Opdivo (nivolumab) to treat patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer whose disease progressed during or after…
On Oct. 22, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Onivyde (irinotecan liposome injection), in combination with fluorouracil and leucovorin, to treat patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer…
On Sept. 25, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Tresiba (insulin degludec injection) and Ryzodeg 70/30 (insulin degludec/insulin aspart injection) to improve glucose control in adults…
On Oct. 6, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Aristada (aripiprazole lauroxil) extended-release injection to treat adults with schizophrenia. Read more
On Oct. 28, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expanded the approved use of Yervoy (ipilimumab) to include a new use as adjuvant therapy for patients with…
On Oct. 7, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the launch of a national public education campaign to prevent and reduce tobacco use among multicultural youth…
Eric’s* storytelling made a difference in my nursing practice. Eric was a 27-year-old African American patient with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), who was admitted to the nursing home…
In 2005, the State of Texas passed the first safe patient handling law. SB 1525 became effective January 1, 2006. Since then there’s been a lot of attention…
Lawrence Jeffries, age 78, is admitted to the hospital for an arthroplasty of the left hip. A retired roofer, he lives with his wife and son in a…
The estimated prevalence of adults who used marijuana in the past year more than doubled in the U.S. between 2001 and 2013 to 9.5%, according to an article…
As a graduate nursing student, the article “Releasing our attachments to the past” (September 2015) really inspired me to take a closer look at the responsibilities of our…
Nearly four in ten older adults say that managing their health care needs is difficult for them or their families, that medical appointments or tests get delayed or…
In which transitional care model does an advanced practice registered nurse provide a 1-to-3 month period of interventions with high-risk adults to prevent hospital readmissions? a. Care…
I recently wrote a posting related to nurses caring for patients with addictions in response to a Facebook posting exchange. Below is the exchange, followed by my response.…
According to a study in Annals of Surgery, the following resources can help address the fact that patients who undergo urgent surgeries on weekends to experience longer hospital…
Did you know that there are 75,000 deaths per year due to healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)? Infection prevention remains a critical aspect of nursing practice to control unnecessary morbidity…
Consider this scenario. You’re driving home from work after a busy shift and there has been an accident ahead on the freeway. As you approach, you see that…
The Joint Commission has released “Sentinel Event Alert 55: Preventing falls and fall-related injuries in health care facilities,” which includes tools and resources. Read more.
The United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports that nearly 2 million American workers report being victims of workplace violence each year and that…
Teamwork has proven to be effective in creating strategies to improve patient outcomes. The Joint Commission, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS), clinical professionals, healthcare providers, hospital associations,…
In the midst of unprecedented change in health care, hospitals and emergency departments (EDs) are attempting the impossible — increase both patient volume and satisfaction without increasing the…
In the clinical setting, nurses base their practice on evidence to improve patient outcomes. It’s just as important that our organizational policies are evidence based. After reviewing an…
According to a new guideline from the World Health Organization (WHO), anyone infected with HIV should begin antiretroviral treatment as soon after diagnosis as possible. Read more and…
Adolescents and marijuana: What nurses need to know
Andy was a freshman in high school when he first tried marijuana. He and his friends began experimenting, thinking marijuana was “cool and just…
Afraid at work
Sometimes certain people have personality problems — and anger problems. If that person happens to be in a position of authority, the result can…
AHA releases new CPR guidelines
The American Heart Association has published new guidelines for CPR and emergency cardiovascular care. Read a quick summary, download a PDF with the highlights,…
Courage in everyday nursing practice
Courage is an important attribute in life and in your nursing practice. As Helen Keller said, “Security is mostly a superstition. It does not…
FDA approves new drug for hyperkalemia
On Oct. 22, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved eltassa (patiromer for oral suspension) to treat hyperkalemia. Read more.
FDA approves new drug for metastatic lung cancer
On Oct. 9, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Opdivo (nivolumab) to treat patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer whose disease…
FDA approves new drug for pancreatic cancer
On Oct. 22, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Onivyde (irinotecan liposome injection), in combination with fluorouracil and leucovorin, to treat patients…
FDA approves new drugs for diabetes
On Sept. 25, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Tresiba (insulin degludec injection) and Ryzodeg 70/30 (insulin degludec/insulin aspart injection) to improve…
FDA approves new injectable drug for schizophrenia
On Oct. 6, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Aristada (aripiprazole lauroxil) extended-release injection to treat adults with schizophrenia. Read more
FDA approves new melanoma treatments
On Oct. 28, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expanded the approved use of Yervoy (ipilimumab) to include a new use as adjuvant…
FDA launches campaign to reduce youth smoking
On Oct. 7, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the launch of a national public education campaign to prevent and reduce tobacco…
From our readers: One patient’s story
Eric’s* storytelling made a difference in my nursing practice. Eric was a 27-year-old African American patient with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), who was admitted…
Handle with care
In 2005, the State of Texas passed the first safe patient handling law. SB 1525 became effective January 1, 2006. Since then there’s been…
Managing delirium in hospitalized older adults
Lawrence Jeffries, age 78, is admitted to the hospital for an arthroplasty of the left hip. A retired roofer, he lives with his wife…
Marijuana use more than doubles from 2001 to 2013
The estimated prevalence of adults who used marijuana in the past year more than doubled in the U.S. between 2001 and 2013 to 9.5%,…
Nurse leaders and change
As a graduate nursing student, the article “Releasing our attachments to the past” (September 2015) really inspired me to take a closer look at…
Older adults feel burden of healthcare system
Nearly four in ten older adults say that managing their health care needs is difficult for them or their families, that medical appointments or…
Quiz time – October 2015
In which transitional care model does an advanced practice registered nurse provide a 1-to-3 month period of interventions with high-risk adults to prevent hospital…
Some thoughts on addiction
I recently wrote a posting related to nurses caring for patients with addictions in response to a Facebook posting exchange. Below is the exchange,…
Strategies for managing “weekend effect” of surgeries
According to a study in Annals of Surgery, the following resources can help address the fact that patients who undergo urgent surgeries on weekends…
Survey shows importance of hand washing for infection prevention
Did you know that there are 75,000 deaths per year due to healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)? Infection prevention remains a critical aspect of nursing practice…
The ABCDEs of emergency burn care
Consider this scenario. You’re driving home from work after a busy shift and there has been an accident ahead on the freeway. As you…
The Joint Commission issues Sentinel Event Alert on falls
The Joint Commission has released “Sentinel Event Alert 55: Preventing falls and fall-related injuries in health care facilities,” which includes tools and resources. Read…
Translational perspectives on violence
The United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports that nearly 2 million American workers report being victims of workplace violence…
Viewpoint: Putting money at the bedside
Teamwork has proven to be effective in creating strategies to improve patient outcomes. The Joint Commission, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS), clinical professionals,…
What works: An ED goes vertical to improve patient flow and satisfaction
In the midst of unprecedented change in health care, hospitals and emergency departments (EDs) are attempting the impossible — increase both patient volume and…
What works: Implementing an evidence-based nursing dress code to enhance professional image
In the clinical setting, nurses base their practice on evidence to improve patient outcomes. It’s just as important that our organizational policies are evidence…
WHO issues new HIV treatment recommendations
According to a new guideline from the World Health Organization (WHO), anyone infected with HIV should begin antiretroviral treatment as soon after diagnosis as…