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The gut, the brain, and the story in between

American Nurse

As life becomes increasingly stressful for patients, the call for patient-centered, holistic care grows louder. Understanding the gut-brain axis The brain and gut are in constant communication via the vagus nerve. They trust us with personal information about their health and their lives.

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Home Health CoPs Update: New Opportunities for OTs

Relias

Taking advantage of the changed rules will allow home health agencies to more efficiently use the first visit, which has positive implications for clinical outcomes and the agency’s bottom line, observed Karen Vance, BSOT, discussing the CoP update in a recent Relias webinar. OTs Can Step Up and Coordinate Care.

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

Nurse Deck

Here are a few steps to create an accepting environment: Education and Training : Learn about LGBTQ+ health concerns, terminology, and respectful communication. This knowledge is crucial for delivering appropriate and compassionate care.

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4 Steps to Becoming a Labor and Delivery Nurse

Registered Nursing

These settings allow you to strengthen core competencies such as patient assessment, communication, IV therapy, and emergency response. For instance, managing post-op surgical patients helps hone the skills necessary for monitoring postpartum recovery, while caring for new mothers and infants provides a direct bridge to L&D.