NMC signs off record investment in fitness to practise
Nursing Times
MARCH 28, 2024
The NMC has signed off plans to invest £30m in fitness to practise amid an ever-increasing backlog and public scrutiny. Read more.
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Nursing Times
MARCH 28, 2024
The NMC has signed off plans to invest £30m in fitness to practise amid an ever-increasing backlog and public scrutiny. Read more.
Nurse.com
DECEMBER 19, 2023
What are the signs of distress in coworkers? How to help yourself Eight patients needing around-the-clock pain management, numerous antibiotics to hang on time, monitoring labs and vital signs, updating care plans, and documenting. Data revealed that nurses were 18% more likely to die from suicide than the general population.
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NurseBuff
MARCH 8, 2023
Nurses […] The post Signs of an Eating Disorder You Shouldn’t Ignore In Your Patients appeared first on NurseBuff. If left untreated, they can have devastating effects on a person’s physical, mental, and social health. Early identification, prevention, and treatment are fundamental to a successful outcome.
Scrubs
MAY 25, 2023
Since the seniors may remain silent about any abuse they face, it becomes crucial for their family members and close associates to detect signs indicating ill-treatment inside nursing homes situated in this city. Behavioral Signs Abuse could be suggested by depression, anxiety and withdrawal from social situations.
Consult QD
MAY 5, 2023
There’s a strong case to be made for incorporating the central vein sign (CVS) into future versions of the McDonald criteria for diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). So contends a recent Viewpoint article in JAMA Neurology by a trio of MS experts from Cleveland Clinic and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Various rating methods.
Nurse Practitioners in Business
MARCH 17, 2024
By law, you must collect patient balances, or you could be in violation of the insurance contracts you signed. Do you have a fair amount of outstanding patient balances and difficulties collecting? Well, you’re not alone. It’s common, particularly in small practices, to struggle with collecting money from patients. What has worked?
Relias
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
As a direct support professional (DSP), it is crucial for you to learn the signs and symptoms of dehydration, and what to do if your client becomes dehydrated. For this reason, the nomenclature has changed to the Fatal Five. Why is dehydration included in the Fatal Five? Dehydration is a minor problem, right? No, it isn’t.
American Medical Compliance
APRIL 15, 2024
The Illinois Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Training course is designed to educate healthcare providers (HCP) on the signs of child abuse and neglect. As a healthcare provider, you are often on the front lines to spot potential signs of abuse or neglect. What is Child Abuse and Neglect?
Nurses Advocates
APRIL 29, 2024
It also aims to raise awareness about stress and anxiety and develop communities where speaking up about struggles is a sign of strength and self-awareness. Stress Less Week’ is a good idea in today’s hectic world. Disruption is everywhere: on college campuses, in our work settings, and in our homes.
The Nursing Site
MAY 2, 2023
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Becker's Hospital Review
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Forty-four nurses on the psychiatry and behavioral medicine unit at Seattle Children's Hospital signed a letter requesting management's support in curbing violent incidents they say have increased over the past few weeks.
The Gypsy Nurse
APRIL 8, 2024
This can include vital signs, laboratory results, observable signs and symptoms, and your physical assessment findings. O – Today, the patient’s vital signs were as follows: BP 162/82, Pulse 64 and regular, Respirations 20 per minute, and pulse ox 98% on 2L Oxygen via nasal cannula. Is the patient improved since admission?
American Nurse
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Signs of the condition include a pruritic, erythematous rash of the face, neck, and torso, which also may involve the extremities; weakness; and angioedema. Her lungs are clear, and her vital signs are as follows: RR 20 to 25 breaths per minute, O2 94% to 95% on room air, BP ranging from 120/87 mmHg to 140/87 mmHg, and temperature 99.5°
The Gypsy Nurse
APRIL 19, 2024
From sign-on bonuses to referral incentives, each type of bonus offers unique advantages for travel nurses embarking on travel assignments. 4 Types of Travel Healthcare Bonuses Sign-On Bonus A sign-on bonus is a set amount that travel nurses receive when they sign a contract. One more reason to get excited?
American Nurse
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
Lillee Gelinas Artificial intelligence (AI) can help identify signs of staff burnout by using a range of methods and tools, each with its own merits. To submit a letter, visit myamericannurse.com/send-letter-editor/ The post AI can identify signs of staff burnout appeared first on American Nurse. The good news for nurses?
American Nurse
AUGUST 1, 2023
Describe signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment considerations for the oncologic emergencies listed in Objective 1. When an oncologic emergency arises, optimal patient care and outcomes depend on early recognition of signs and symptoms and immediate interventions to prevent damaging and devastating effects. Monitor vital signs.
Minority Nurse
AUGUST 28, 2023
Nurses have the most face time with patients, so nurses must understand what Lipedema is and how to recognize the signs. Few physicians recognize the constellation of signs and symptoms to diagnose it properly. What follows is our interview, edited for length and clarity. It is predominantly diagnosed in women.
Diversity Nursing
AUGUST 3, 2023
For Nurses and healthcare professionals who provide care to elderly individuals, it is of utmost importance to be able to identify and report signs of elder abuse. These may be signs of physical abuse. Elder abuse can take various forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, or neglect.
Consult QD
OCTOBER 26, 2023
GI symptoms, according to Dr. Lembo, are the primary sign in 50% of patients. An oral food challenge involves receiving the suspected allergen in increasing doses and if an individual shows signs of a reaction the test is stopped. Of these, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and shellfish are the most severe and life-threatening. “On
Consult QD
JULY 12, 2023
Cleveland Clinic has implemented a new tool that alerts caregivers to the early signs of clinical deterioration in pediatric patients. With PEWS, patient care nursing assistants would take a patient’s vital signs and manually input them into the electronic health record [EHR]. Blue – Perform a SAVES-focused nursing assessment.
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Daniel’s vital signs are temperature 99.0° Recognizing the signs of malignant hyperthermia (muscle rigidity/tetany, marked temperature elevation, tachycardia, tachypnea, increased CO2 production, respiratory/metabolic acidosis, rhabdomyolysis, dark urine, and hyperkalemia/cardiac arrhythmias), you activate the rapid response team.
The Relentless School Nurse
MAY 1, 2023
We want to see states adopt safe storage laws that require gun owners to securely store their firearms when not in use, especially if there are children in the home. Investment in community violence intervention programs: We want to see investment in community-based programs that can help prevent gun violence before it happens.
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Remove the trauma of healthcare visits for this patient population. Takeaways: Patients with deafblindness have needs beyond the basic knowledge provided in most nursing schools regarding hearing and visual impairment. Patients with deafblindness, however, have needs beyond the basic knowledge provided in most nursing schools.
Relias
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
To provide the best support and care possible, direct support professionals (DSP) must learn the signs and symptoms of aspiration and what to do if aspiration has occurred. For this reason, the nomenclature has changed to the Fatal Five. People with DS are at a greater risk for Alzheimer’s disease at an early age.
Health Leaders | Nursing
JUNE 15, 2023
Josh Green, MD , signed into legislation. Green also signed additional legislation authorizing up to $20 million in bonds to build a new hospital—West Maui Hospital and Medical Center—in the county of Maui, including any necessary infrastructure.
American Medical Compliance
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Warning Signs of a Heart Attack There are a variety of warning signs and symptoms to be aware of for those having a heart attack. Some common signs to look for include: Chest discomfort: Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back.
Johns Hopkins Nursing Magazine
JULY 3, 2023
The first July to celebrate our community was in 1990, when the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into federal law securing civil rights for disabled people across the nation. Happy Disability Pride Month to all disabled members of our JHSON community, our allies, and to those interested in learning more!
The Gypsy Nurse
OCTOBER 30, 2023
If it doesn’t seem right, like a landlord is asking to be paid via Venmo or Zelle or asking for money before a lease is signed, then don’t sign anything. Call your housing specialist for guidance; this is a sign of a scam. If it doesn’t feel right, don’t sign the lease. If you’re not sure, don’t move ahead.
Consult QD
JUNE 13, 2023
However, in addition to these screening questions, it’s important for providers to be aware of other potential signs of abuse. Rivchun urges nurses to intervene when warning signs arise. Clinical providers routinely use screening tools to inquire about patients’ personal relationships and confirm they’re safe at home.
Celayix
APRIL 9, 2024
How to Spot an Overworked Employee Employers can spot signs of an overworked employee through various indicators, including: Decreased Productivity: Overworked employees may struggle to maintain their usual level of productivity. Emotional Signs: Overworked employees may exhibit signs of stress, irritability, or frustration.
Consult QD
OCTOBER 12, 2023
The need for patient education Although blood clots are very manageable with anticoagulants such as rivaroxaban or apixaban, patients often are not aware of the warning signs of these conditions. “These are all very concerning warning signs of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolisms, and we need to make patients aware of this.”
Relias
MAY 23, 2023
They do not look away from the computer, but give you an instruction to place your name on the sign-in sheet and take a seat. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of trauma in all individuals, e.g., clients and staff. What does it mean to look at your work through a trauma-informed lens? You haven’t had a good night’s sleep for weeks.
Celayix
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Traditionally, the process of checking in employees manually, with a sign-in sheet, one by one has been time-consuming and prone to errors. Picture this: a long line of event staff (potentially in their hundreds) waiting to sign in on a paper sign-in sheet. Benefits of Fast Check-in: 1. No problem.
Diversity Nursing
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
Screening and Early Detection Nurses are skilled in regularly monitoring blood pressure, identifying signs of hypertension, and guiding patients towards effective management. It's important to promote cardiovascular health and explore the many ways Nurses are engaged in these efforts.
American Nurse
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Mental and physical exhaustion, depersonalization, and lack of self-efficacy are the three cardinal signs of burnout. For some the three cardinal signs of burnout aren’t well known. HAVE YOU EVER HEARD a little voice in your head say, “I’m not sure how much longer I can go on like this?” Don’t waste energy conserve energy.)
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
MARCH 19, 2024
Dr. Hohman signed up to be a key APTA contact for her district in Florida four years ago. Each organization fights on our behalf and has opportunities to volunteer, sign letters of support and read about current legislation affecting our practice areas. Take it from Katie Hohman, PT (tDPT ’10).
American Nurse
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Jenkins to the NICU to see her triplets, the postpartum nurse takes her vital signs, which are HR 90 bpm, RR 16 breaths per minute, and BP 105/71 mmHg. Jenkins to the NICU to see her triplets, the postpartum nurse takes her vital signs, which are HR 90 bpm, RR 16 breaths per minute, and BP 105/71 mmHg. Before taking Ms.
Nurse.com
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Early warning signs noted by changes in your patient’s condition can be discovered, which can then lead to appropriate interventions. And the following critical components are assessed: General: Complete an overall survey of the patient, including body habitus, hygiene, body odor, mood, and vital signs. Measure weight and height.
The Gypsy Nurse
APRIL 6, 2024
Are you trying to find travel nurse housing but are worried about falling into a scam or signing a lease for something that should be condemned? To help you avoid this, we have compiled a list of the best travel nurse housing tips obtained from career travel nurses. The Top Travel Nurse Housing Tips 1. Be careful, though.
Daily Nurse
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Working in healthcare is dangerous on many levels, but suffering violence at the hands of others is certainly not something any of us willingly signed up for when we chose to enter the field. We Didn’t Sign Up for This Imagine your first day in nursing school.
American Nurse
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Automated monitoring: AI algorithms continuously monitor patient vital signs and alert nursing staff about anomalies, potentially preventing adverse events. Will you be the first AI-certified nurse in your organization? It holds significant promise in many areas of practice: clinical care, administration, education, and research.
Relias
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Seizures’ inclusion in the Fatal Five conditions means that as a direct support professional (DSP), you have to understand the signs, symptoms, and health concerns related to seizures, as they can affect your clients more than other populations.To For this reason, the nomenclature has changed to the Fatal Five.
Daily Nurse
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Daily Nurse honors Mikaela Thepvongsa as the Nurse of the Week for using TikTok to debunk misconceptions and stigmas about people in the deaf and hard-of-hearing communities through her videos and educating followers by giving quick lessons on American Sign Language on the app. ” Thepvongsa has reached 1.9
Minority Nurse
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
I was frustrated by things such as not being able to sign most medical orders of life-sustaining treatment forms or not being able to sign, believe it or not, a barber who needs a physical to be cleared to get their barber license in New York State. Ferrara is a busy man, wearing many hats. So, I was always connected to primary care.
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