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Navigating the Worst-Case Scenario: A Local Measles Outbreak
TL;DR:When a measles outbreak hits a local school, nurses should respond in three phases. In the short term,…
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I Want to Become a Nurse. What Are My Options?
Whether you recently passed your NCLEX or you’re just beginning to explore the medical field, the career options…
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Navigating the Worst-Case Scenario: You Made a Medication Mistake
TL;DR: If you make a medication mistake, act in three phases. First, stabilize the patient, call for help,…
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A Nurse’s Guide to Navigating the Worst-Case Scenario
TL;DR: Nurse preparedness means knowing how to respond when a crisis hits—medication errors, outbreaks, active shooters, natural disasters,…
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The History of Healthcare in the US: A 250-Year Retrospective
TL;DR: The history of healthcare in the US spans 250 years of evolving medical understanding. From the humor-balancing…
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How Do I Become a Nurse Practitioner?
You already know the deeply rewarding nature of nursing. Whether you’re currently studying, working as an LPN, or…
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Men’s Health: An Overview
Men, overall, have very different healthcare needs and goals compared to women. Men’s healthcare as a specialty is…
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Missed Red Flags: Critical Postpartum Conditions Nurses Need to Know
For many new mothers, the weeks following birth are a blur of sleepless nights, diaper changes, and learning…
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When the Cure Hurts: Alternative Therapies for Chemo Adverse Events
Working in oncology nursing means standing on the front lines of patient care, witnessing both the triumphs of…
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A Nurse’s Guide to Natural Psychedelics
As nurses, we are often the first to field questions from patients about emerging health trends. You’ve likely…
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Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that affects mothers anytime in the first year after childbirth. About 1…