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By: Jennifer Collins, MSN, CRNP, ACACNP-BC Dec 21 2023
Recognition and Management of Abdominal Compartment Syndrome Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) refers to end organ dysfunction caused by intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) (Gestring, 2023). ACS is defined as a sustained intra-abdominal pressure greater than 20 mm Hg that is associated with new end-organ...
By: Lisa Bonsall, MSN, RN, CRNP, CCRN Dec 19 2023
Top 10 Blog Posts of 2023 Thank you for reading and sharing our blog posts this year! Here’s a look at our most-read blog posts of 2023. What topics are you interested in for 2024? Top 10 NursingCenter Blog Posts of 2023Detecting Tracheal DeviationMonro-Kellie...
By: Myrna B. Schnur, MSN, RN Dec 15 2023
5 Rights of Delegation Fundamental skills such as the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and delegate are essential for nurses to care for their patients safely and effectively. Over time, I learned how to prioritize and multi-task, but delegation proved to be very...
By: Anne Dabrow Woods, DNP, RN, CRNP, ANP-BC, AGACNP-BC, FAAN Dec 1 2023
Three Steps to Finding Peace As we enter the last month of the year, I find my brain is filled with a jumble of tasks I need to accomplish, problems that need addressing, and endless worries. There is no doubt that my life is busy — I’m a mother, grandmother, and...
By: Lisa Bonsall, MSN, RN, CRNP, CCRN Nov 30 2023
This Month in Nursing: December 2023 Here’s a glance at what’s happening this month, along with some resources for your learning and professional development. Healthcare ObservancesWorld AIDS Day December 1, 2023#RockTheRibbonJournal of the Association of Nurses in AIDS...
By: Lisa Bonsall, MSN, RN, CRNP, CCRN Nov 8 2023
Do’s and Don’ts for Communicating with Patients with Dementia Caring for a patient with dementia presents many challenges. Watching a loved one progress through the stages of dementia is also challenging. Communication is often especially difficult as people with dementia can become frustrated by the changes...
By: Jennifer Collins, MSN, CRNP, ACACNP-BC Nov 3 2023
Recognition and Management of Acute Compartment Syndrome of the Lower Extremities The muscle groups of the extremities are divided into multiple compartments that are formed by strong fascial membranes. Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) occurs when there is an increase in tissue pressure within the closed fascial space...
By: Anne Dabrow Woods, DNP, RN, CRNP, ANP-BC, AGACNP-BC, FAAN Nov 1 2023
Grateful for Innovation and Enthusiasm in Nursing For those of us in the United States, November is a month we reflect on our lives and give thanks for what we have. Many may be struggling this year to find things to be thankful for. In our nursing profession, enrollment in undergraduate and...
By: Lisa Bonsall, MSN, RN, CRNP, CCRN Oct 27 2023
This Month in Nursing: November 2023 Here’s a glance at what’s happening this month, along with some resources for your learning and professional development. Nursing Recognition DatesMedical-Surgical Nurses Week November 1-7, 2023#MSNW23Medical-Surgical Nursing...
By: Myrna Buiser Schnur, MSN, RN Oct 16 2023
Cannabis to Treat Menopause Symptoms? Hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, fatigue, bloating, irritability, depression, and anxiety are all common signs of perimenopause and menopause. For those of us at or approaching midlife, this natural phase of aging is unavoidable, and the...
By: Robin Haskell , MSN, RN, CRNP Oct 11 2023
Navigating Critical Illness in the ICU: The Role of a Medical Family Member When a loved one is critically ill, the emotional toll on the family can be overwhelming. In such challenging times, having a family member with a medical background can be a beacon of support and a source of invaluable information. This unique...
By: Myrna Buiser Schnur, MSN, RN Oct 9 2023
Interpreting Liver Enzymes and Liver Function Tests Liver enzymes and liver function tests (LFTs) are common lab tests drawn in both primary care and acute care settings. They are used to gauge liver impairment, evaluate the degree of liver injury, and monitor the progression of liver disease and...
By: Myrna Buiser Schnur, MSN, RN Oct 5 2023
Understanding the Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) Procedure I’ve taken care of a few patients following a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) procedure, but I didn’t really know what it involved. If you are a nurse who cares for patients following TIPS insertion, here’s...
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