Why are care plans necessary? The short answer is: “Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance!” The formal answer is: Care plans are an important tool used to plan and provide personalized care to your patients through the implementation of the Nursing Process (ADPIE). They help you be more deliberate in the nursing care you provide. Click …
As a nursing student or a new grad nurse, one of the most daunting tasks is giving a handoff report to another nurse/preceptor or presenting to the allied health team (doctor, pharmacist, social worker, dietician, etc) during morning rounds. This can be quite intimidating because even though you are not as experienced as the rest …
Nursing can be a challenging and rewarding career, but it can also be quite demanding and stressful. Long hours, high-pressure situations, understaffing and emotional demands can take a toll on nurses, leading to burnout and fatigue. In this blog post, we’ll explore some strategies for managing stress and burnout as a nurse. Managing stress and …
The STAR method is an evidence based framework used in many disciplines that require critical thinking. It helps nurses be more focused and intentional with the nursing care they provide. In fact, this method has been shown to help reduce medical errors by 90% therefore making it a vital tool for every nurse. Remember, nurses …
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Nursing burnout is not a badge of honor! As nurses, it is so easy to overwork ourselves as a way of proving our dedication and loyalty. I remember as a young nurse working 2 jobs and averaging over 60 hour per week. I even remember one time feeling proud that I had worked 18 days …
Nurses are inherently caring and nurturing people. We often put the needs and wellness of others above our own. Nevertheless, in order to for us to better provide care to others, primarily our patients, we need to first take care of ourselves. We cannot give from an empty cup. Our jobs require not just our …
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A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when blood supply to a certain part of the brain is disrupted due to a blockage or rupture in any of the brain’s arteries. Interruption in blood flow causes an interruption in the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the pertinent brain area. Early intervention plays a …
What are Vital Signs? Vital signs are measurements of the body to check your body’s basic functions. You might be thinking, why do we call them “vital signs,” right? This is because accessing vital signs is the first critical step used to assess patients. If you’ve been to an emergency department, you have definitely seen …
Medication administration is one of the crucial responsibilities that a nurse has to fulfill. A nurse should be mindful of the 8 medication rights (previously 5) while administering medication to the patient. Following the 8 rights of medication administration leads to patient safety and patient safety is a nurse’s highest priority. This article discusses the …
AIDET refers to certain communication behaviors that build a positive relationship between a nurse and a patient. It was introduced by the Studer Group and stands for Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank you. According to Huron (2021), AIDET is a framework used by health care professionals which helps reduce patient stress/anxiety and increases patient …
Healthcare professionals have a duty to provide the best possible care to their patients. Therefore, they must ensure patient satisfaction with the quality of care they provide. To give the best possible care, nurses and healthcare providers should be able to build a therapeutic relationship with their clients. Communication plays a significant role in building …