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Be careful who you listen to and what you believe

General Nursing

COVID-19: I'm Doing My Own Research

When nursing advice was given during the pandemic, often the response was, "I'm doing my own research." What did that mean? What resources could be trusted? ...

How much more physical abuse can Nurses take?

General Nursing

When Did Nursing Become a Contact Sport? | Life of a Nurse

by Abby McCoy RN

Nurses have long been recipients of a patient's bad day, and none of us are strangers to angry yelling or name-calling. But when did it get so violent? This...

Gastroenterology

C Diff; Toxin Negative Or Toxin Positive

by Brenda F. Johnson, MSN

Have you noticed recently that lab reports for C Diff include more information? C diff now can be defined as containing toxins. What does this mean for the...

Neurological

Curving the Risk of Dementia: Ways to Keep Your Brain Healthy

by Courtney Nurse Writer, BSN

A look into simple and proven effective ways to decrease your risk of developing dementia. Through the synopsis of two research articles, the reader will be...

How To Stand Out During The Nursing Job Interview!

Job Hunt

Preparing For An RN Job Interview

by Rmooney

This article outlines tips on how to best prepare for an RN interview, in addition to giving some advice on things to avoid during an interview.

General Nursing News

Monkeypox, Misinformation, and a Growing Public Health Emergency |…

by Meg Lambrych, BSN, RN

As the monkeypox virus sweeps the globe, it is essential that nurses know the facts and can give our patients evidence-based information in a compassionate,...

Home Health

Home Health Nurse as a Helping Hand for the Pakistani Nation

by Nadia Mushtaq

Health is the state of well-being. It is the right of every individual to attain the highest level of well-being worldwide.

Announcements

Has the Media Killed Common Sense When it Comes to Making Healthca…

by tnbutterfly - Mary, BSN

It's hard to believe that August is here and we're halfway through 2022. It's time for another allnurses Article Contest, a time when you can share your...

General Nursing

Frequent Bathing is Harmful to Health: 17th Century Pilgrims

by Brenda F. Johnson, MSN

On a recent trip to Boston, I toured the recreated homestead of the Pilgrims in Plymouth, Massachusetts. I was fascinated by their living conditions. The...

Mental health is as important as physical health

General Nursing

Emerging Ideas to Innovate Mental Health Awareness

by Nadia Mushtaq

Mental Health awareness is teamwork. Nurses are working day and night to keep serving humanity. It requires efforts from each and everyone in this nation to at...

Career Support

6 Trends in Nursing Education 2022: What to Expect and Adopt

by Nancy Mitchell

This article dwells on the current trends and modern technological advancements in healthcare that shape nursing education in 2022, posing new requirements for...

Have you found yourself completely disconnected from your patients?

General Nursing

Compassion Fatigue

by Winfield79, MSN, APRN

This Article defines compassion fatigue, discusses associated symptoms and offers interventions.

Disease News

Monkeypox...Another Pandemic?!

by Sheana Gray, BSN, RN

Are we entering another pandemic with Monkeypox? Learn what Monkeypox is, the signs and symptoms, and if you are at risk for contracting Monkeypox.

Pre-Nursing

What You Need to Know About Nursing School Accreditation

by Nurse Beth, MSN

Picking the right school is so important. Too many students have been devastated by choosing a school for the wrong reasons or without knowing how to perform...

What methods have you used to improve staff retention?

General Nursing

Five Tips for Health Care Administrators to Reduce Staff Burnout a…

by lilnursewriter

5 ways to promote staff retention and overall satisfaction.

General Nursing

How to Advocate for the Right Line, in the Right Patient, at the R…

by RNwrites Health, ADN, BSN, MSN

The Michigan Appropriateness Guide for Intravenous Catheters (MAGIC) is an evidence-based guide for selecting the most appropriate vascular access for a...

How familiar are you with copyright laws?

General Nursing

Copyright Do's and Don'ts for Nurses and Educators

by Nurse Beth, MSN

When creating nursing content, it's important to know copyright laws so you can avoid copyright infringement.

General Nursing

Tips for Handling Upset Patients

by Elizabeth Kohout, MSN, RN

Patients are frequently scared, confused, angry or frustrated, and nurses are often stretched thin. This creates a wealth of opportunities for missed...

A Patient Showed up in My ER with an LVAD. What is this Device and What Should I do with it?

Cardiac

What is a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)?

by sarahvandevrede, BSN

Read this article to learn more about LVADs and what steps you can take if you happen to have a patient show up at your hospital with an LVAD.

Understanding Contact Dermatitis and the Allergens You are Missing

Disease

The Ins and Outs of Allergic Contact Dermatitis

by Kersten Schmidt

Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD) is a nuisance condition that can flare up from the most unexpected and sometimes surprising allergens. Healthcare workers may...

NCLEX

A Deep Dive into NCLEX Next Generation 2023

by Payton RN Writer, BSN

The NCSBN has decided to make changes to the NCLEX in April 2023, called NCLEX Next Generation. The possible impacts of these changes are explored, including...

Are you considering a terminal nursing degree?

Career Support

DNP or PhD: Which One is for Me?

by NurseWriter_AJP, PhD, RN

DNP- and PhD-prepared nurses are in high demand now. While both degree options complement each other, they can lead to different career outcomes. Here's some...

Advocating for patients our healthcare system fails

General Nursing

Day in the Life: Charge Nurse at a FQHC

by Elizabeth Kohout, MSN, RN

Ambulatory care offers a different setting but many of the same frustrations as in-patient care.

If your doctor gave you a prescription to “get outside!” would you?

General Nursing

Nature, the Ultimate Prescription

by Jenni Binford

The health benefits of spending time in nature are vast and unique. “Park Rx America” is a non-profit, online health treatment program created by a...

General Nursing

How Healthy Eating Can Help with Weight Loss

by Rmooney

Advice on how to make healthy changes in your diet that can help with weight loss.