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How can you start an IV using an ultrasound machine?

Critical

How to Start an IV with an Ultrasound Machine: Transverse Mode

Are you tired of dreading the act of starting an IV on a patient? Does it seem like every patient you get is a “hard stick?” If any of these conditions are...

Living with the Progression of Parkinson's Disease

Neurological

April is Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month

by Louise Mooney, RN

Parkinson’s Disease is a neurological disorder characterized by nerve cell damage in the brain causing a reduction of the neurotransmitter dopamine. There are...

CCU

Cardiac Sarcoidosis Review

by Lisa Landis, RN

Sarcoidosis is a potentially life-threatening inflammatory disease of unknown etiology and affects multiple organs including the heart. Cardiac Sarcoidosis is...

General Nursing

What is Costochondritis?

by Louise Mooney, RN

Costochondritis is inflammation in the breast bone region resulting in chest pain and tenderness. The cause is largely unknown and often resolves without...

General Nursing

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

by isabelladsouza99

Traumatic brain injury is one of the leading causes of disability and mortality in the United States. Here's all that you should know about brain injury.

Are you selecting the correct size IV catheter?

Emergency

The Unsung Hero of The Emergency Department: The 24G IV Catheter

by Damon McGill, BSN, RN

Article explains the multiple uses for a 24G IV catheter that most nurses do not think about in an emergency room setting.

Professional Advice from an ER & Urgent Care Nurse

Emergency

Top Skills for the ER Nurse

by Christina Whalen

Being an ER nurse is not an easy job, but it is one of the most rewarding. For those interested in becoming a nurse in the ER, there are a few essential...

Education

What Exactly is a Colonoscopy?

by Julita, BSN, RN

A colonoscopy is the greatest tool used to detect colorectal cancer and other bowel abnormalities. A successful colonoscopy requires timely preparation, clear...

Education

Osteopenia

by Susan Herndon, BSN, RN

A brief overview of osteopenia, what it is, how it can affect our bones, and how we can help manage osteopenia.

Education

Hysteroscopy: A Closer Look

by Jordan Nacalaban, BSN, RN

This article will provide an overview of hysteroscopy that a woman may encounter during her reproductive health care. A brief look to understand the procedure...

General Nursing

Osteoporosis: Five Fast Facts

by Catherine Johnston, BSN, RN

This article will discuss 5 reasons for Nurses to have themselves screened for osteoporosis, and to encourage their patients to do the same.

Education

About Gout

by Kimberly Madison, BSN, MSN

Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that causes painful swelling in the joints. It is a chronic condition, however, with medical treatment and self-care, a...

How do you achieve patient satisfaction?

New Nurse

AIDET: Aiming for Quality Service

by Judy Campbell

AIDET, an acronym that stands for “acknowledge, introduce, duration, explanation, and thank" is an important communication tool for healthcare professionals...

General Nursing

Soy: Friend or Foe?

by jbarowski

In the past several decades, soy has developed a negative reputation as a systemic endocrine disruptor that should be avoided. This article sheds new light...

General Nursing

Will I Lose My License?

by hppygr8ful, ASN, RN, EMT-I

An article describing the kinds of things can cause a nurse to lose licensure.

Can the Benefits of Positive Thinking Help With Diabetes Management?

Stress 101

Positive Thinking and Diabetes Self-Management

by Kimberly Madison, BSN, MSN

Research has shown that positive thinking has both physical and mental health benefits. In this article, I discuss some of the challenges people with diabetes...

Gastroenterology

Potential Causes for Changes in Bowel Habits

by Amy White FNP MSN BSN RN

A Brief Summary of the Most Common Causes of Diarrhea and How to Accurately Diagnose and Treat

Endocrine

Exploring The Use Of Adjunctive Therapies In Type 1 Diabetes

by Mariel Lechner, ASN, BSN, RN

Using antihyperglycemics as an adjunctive therapy for weight loss in type 1 diabetes.

Effective Strategies For Nurses to Promote Patient Health Literacy

New Nurse

Nurse's Role in Health Literacy Improvement among Patients

by Jordan Nacalaban, BSN, RN

When health information becomes overwhelming and complex to comprehend for patients with limited health literacy, it becomes a barrier to learning. It can...

How do you provide safe and effective Pitocin Management?

Ob/Gyn

To Pit or Not To Pit?

by Nursing CE Central

The question to increase, maintain, or decrease Pitocin is a long-aged question asked frequently by nurses working in labor and delivery areas. This article...

Education

The Sneak Thief of Sight

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month and a great time to educate yourself and others about the disease. Read on to learn about the condition called...

COVID

Microvascular Thrombosis in the Bowel: Is There a Covid Connection…

by Brenda F. Johnson, MSN

Working in the GI lab, I have noticed that some of the critically ill Covid patients end up with some severe gastrointestinal issues. I have seen colon tissue...

New Study Reveals The truth Behind Hangover Remedies And Cures

Headlines

Do Hangover Cures Really Work?

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

Is there a miracle cure for the dreaded day-after hangover? A new study may have the answer. Read on to learn more about the study’s findings.

More women being diagnosed with stress cardiomyopathy

Stress 101

Broken Heart Syndrome on Rise in Women

by J.Adderton, BSN, MSN

A new study found cases of broken heart syndrome are on the rise, especially in women. Read on to learn more about the condition and study results.

Critical

Impella Heart Pump

by BuckeyeICUNurse, BSN

A closer look at the Impella heart pump device.