Kim Valentine BSN, RN

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Oral care is an integral part of primary care
General Nursing

The Importance of Oral Care in the Hospitalized Older Adult

by Kim Valentine, BSN, RN

As nurses, we learn early that part of primary nursing care includes good oral care for our patients. It is not only a significant comfort measure but is also...

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Geriatric

Understanding and Preventing Dehydration in the Older Adult

by Kim Valentine, BSN, RN

During these summer months in North America, our days and nights are going to be hotter than ever. Hydration can be relatively simple for most of us but it’s...

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Possible Signs Of Delirium
General Nursing

Understanding Delirium in the Hospitalized Older Adult

by Kim Valentine, BSN, RN

The percentage of adults over age 65 in the United States is now more than 16% of the population. Because this age group tends to have more comorbid and chronic...

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