In the heart of rural America, nurse practitioners often stand as the sole healthcare providers, bridging critical gaps in medical care. Their expertise, honed through rigorous education and experience, is vital in underserved communities. Yet, a recent proposal by the Department of Education threat
Nurses are at the frontline of healthcare, and AI is becoming a big part of their jobs. It's not just about using new tech; it's about understanding how AI works and how it can help or hurt patient care. Nurses need to know the basics of AI, like what it can do and where it might go wrong. AI can b
Nurses in primary care face a lot of pressure. Their job is tough. They deal with sick people every day. This can be really stressful. But, what if having a strong spiritual life helps them handle this stress better? Researchers wanted to see if there's a link between how spiritually healthy nurses
Health nurses are often the unsung heroes in hospitals and clinics. They are the ones who ensure that patients are well taken care of. But did you know that they also play a big role in politics? This is not about running for office. It is about making sure that the voices of patients are heard in t
Nurses working in hospital units often face violence on the job. This is a serious issue that affects many nurses. The study looked at 218 nurses in the 8th Health Region of Paraná. It found that 44 percent of these nurses had experienced violence at work. This violence can be physical, verbal, or e
The link between weight issues and health problems is well-known. However, when work stress enters the picture, things get even more complicated. Recent findings shed light on how work stress can make the impact of obesity on health even worse, especially for female nurses. In a study focused on fe
Art historians took a deep dive into 39 iconic paintings depicting nurses from different time periods. These artworks span from the 17th century, starting in 1662, all the way to 1962. The study aimed to uncover how nursing has evolved by analyzing the depictions of nurses in these masterpieces. By
Nurses often face work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) due to the physical demands of their job. But did you know that their spiritual well-being can also take a hit? A recent study took a close look at this often-overlooked aspect. The study found that nurses dealing with MSDs faced chall
