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Integrating Holistic Approaches in Minority Nursing Practices

Minority Nurse

All nurses must care for themselves and infuse wellness into their daily work. However, it might be even more essential for minority nurses to integrate holistic approaches into their careers. Holistic nursing combines Western medicinal practices alongside complementary and alternative care solutions.

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Deafblindness and health advocacy

American Nurse

Patients with moderate-to-severe visual and hearing impairments (deafblindness) need their nurses to understand their needs and provide safe care. Depending on cognitive ability and language development before acquiring deafblindness, people with this condition can communicate fluently.

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EHR burden reduction

American Nurse

Many of us chose nursing as a career because of a strong pull to take care of others, provide comfort, and leave each interaction better than when it started. We’re experts at providing holistic care at many levels—from placing an I.V. We need to change the narrative to support documentation and bedside care.

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Nine Reasons Psychology Undergraduate Majors Should Consider a Career in Occupational Therapy

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OT practitioners leverage the communication, research and counseling skills developed during their psychology program. Focus on Holistic Care Occupational therapy embraces a holistic approach to healthcare, considering physical, psychological and social well-being. OTs see patients who are often in a vulnerable state.

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Celebrating pride month in nursing: how to instill inclusion & embrace diversity

Nurse Deck

Nurses are at the forefront of patient care and are ideally positioned to advocate for equality, respect, and inclusivity. It's a time to renew their commitment to providing compassionate and bias-free care to all patients, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. For nurses, Pride Month holds a unique significance.

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Addressing Veterans’ Mental Health: An Overview

Relias

Unfortunately, once they’ve left the service, they do not always receive the care they need or deserve. The inequitable nature of PTSD, coupled with other intense feelings (such as survivors’ guilt), can lead to increased levels of post-traumatic stress and lower levels of self-esteem among those experiencing PTSD.

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Why is the psychological state of a patient so important for a nurse to know?

Scrubs

The thesis statement of this article is that the psychological state of patients is an integral aspect of their healthcare, and nurses need to consider it to provide effective care. Understanding the Psychological State of a Patient Effective communication with patients is crucial for nurses to understand their psychological state.