Meningitis Explained: Nursing NCLEX Review
Meningitis is a serious condition involving inflammation of the meninges, the protective layers surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Let’s break down what meningitis is, its causes, symptoms, and essential nursing considerations. What is Meningitis? The term “meningitis” can be dissected as follows: So, meningitis literally means inflammation of the meninges. What are the Meninges? […]
‘A challenge for emotionally intelligent leaders is managing the burden of truth’
Chrissla Davis on how one of the most profound challenges facing emotionally intelligent leaders is managing the burden of truth. The post ‘A challenge for emotionally intelligent leaders is managing the burden of truth’ appeared first on Nursing Times.
The role of hospice research nurses in promoting palliative care research
How hospice research nurses can promote improvements in palliative and end-of-life care by creating a positive research culture. The post The role of hospice research nurses in promoting palliative care research appeared first on Nursing Times.
Specialist nurse at centre of project to boost diversity in cancer trials
A new NHS-backed project aiming to boost representation of women from different ethnic backgrounds in breast cancer trials, backed by a new nursing post, has launched this week. The post Specialist nurse at centre of project to boost diversity in cancer trials appeared first on Nursing Times.
Nursing Tip of the Day! – Critical Care Nursing
Category: Critical Care Nursing Neurologic (paresthesias, seizures, dementia) and cardiovascular (hypotension, impaired cardiac contractility, dysrhythmias) signs may be seen with ionized hypocalcemia levels of less than 1.0 mmol/L.
Major AI admin trial shows ‘unprecedented time and cost savings’ for NHS
The government is trumpeting the success of a large artificial intelligence (AI) trial, which it said had demonstrated monthly time savings of potentially 400,000 hours for NHS staff. The post Major AI admin trial shows ‘unprecedented time and cost savings’ for NHS appeared first on Nursing Times.
MRI playset helping ‘build’ confidence among young patients
A major toy manufacturer has been supplying hospitals in the UK and around the world with a miniature version of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner to help relax younger patients. The post MRI playset helping ‘build’ confidence among young patients appeared first on Nursing Times.
The Relentless School Nurse: Public Health Demands Truth, Not Conspiracy
Vaccines save lives—period. Public officials spreading falsehoods about immunizations endanger children, families, and entire school communities. As school nurses, we are guided by science, ethics, and an unwavering commitment to protect the health of our communities. In this timely OpEd, my colleagues Teri Mills and Donna Gaffney, The OpEd Nurses, confront the dangerous misinformation being…
Nursing Journal Clubs Are Making a Comeback
Nursing journal clubs are making a strong comeback as more healthcare organizations recognize the need for practical, team-based learning that improves patient care. With the rapid growth of evidence-based practice (EBP) and new research emerging every day, Nurses are looking for ways to stay current without returning to school or drowning in academic articles alone. […]
Why California Hospitals Are Struggling Financially Vs. Other States
Hospitals across the United States are under pressure from tightening margins, inflation-driven cost increases, workforce shortages and evolving regulatory demands. But in California, the strain is particularly acute. According to…