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Engaging Patients in Decision-making and Behavior Change to Promote Wellness

Nurses Advocates

I wanted to share it with you as it was an important realization that we must remember as nurse case managers and other healthcare team members. In this case, as was the patient, healthcare professionals were thoughtful and willing to be flexible. The Comment: Great story.

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The Top 6 Specializations for Community-Oriented Nurses

Registered Nursing

Becoming a health policy nurse empowers nurses to use their knowledge and expertise to impact healthcare systems and policies. Public Health Nurse Public health nurses focus on promoting and protecting the health of communities and populations.

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Nurse referrals to pharmacy

American Nurse

Proper identification of potential medication errors and adverse interactions occurs when the nurse reviews medications with the patient, collaborates with the interprofessional team, and seeks to improve patient adherence and decrease costs. Nurse-led QI projects offer opportunities to improve patient care and promote the nursing profession.