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Deafblindness and health advocacy

American Nurse

In emergency and acute care settings, social workers can offer resources to patients, families, and staff to improve healthcare encounters. Acute care and emergency settings should be made aware of the patient’s level of sensitivity to avoid unscheduled disruptions. 2023; 18(9). American Nurse Journal.

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Flipped Classroom

Penn Nursing

I became an advocate for self-care among my colleagues and patients, emphasizing that to care for others effectively, we must first care for ourselves. It taught me the true meaning of empathy and the importance of holistic care. Being on the other side, now as a patient for the rest of my life, is rough.