NURSING

May 15 2025HEALTH

How Strong Bonds Keep Nurses From Quitting During Crises

When things get tough, strong relationships matter. This is especially true in the nursing world. A study looked into how the bonds between nurses, their leaders, and the organization affect whether nurses stick around or decide to leave during tough times. The focus was on how perceived support from the organization and the quality of the relationship between a lea...

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May 15 2025HEALTH

Nursing Students: The Smartphone Dilemma

Nursing students are often under a lot of pressure. They have to juggle tough classes, long hours of clinical practice, and personal life. On top of all this, many are struggling with something unexpected: smartphone addiction. This issue is not just about spending too much time on social media. It is also linked to serious problems like sleeplessness, feelings of is...

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May 14 2025HEALTH

Frontline Heroes: CNAs and Trauma in Long-Term Care

In the world of long-term care, certified nursing assistants, or CNAs, are the unsung heroes. They are the ones who spend the most time with residents, providing essential daily care. However, when something bad happens, these frontline workers can be deeply affected. The impact of a traumatic event on CNAs is significant. These events can leave a lasting mark on th...

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May 12 2025HEALTH

Nurses Stepping Up: Violence Against the Elderly and the Role of Forensic Care

In the world of healthcare, nurses are often the unsung heroes. They play a crucial role in many aspects of patient care. One area that has gained attention is their involvement in forensic interventions, especially when it comes to older adults who have experienced violence. This is a serious issue that needs more attention. Violence against the elderly is a hidden...

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May 12 2025HEALTH

Nurses' Spiritual Growth and Its Impact on Patient Care

New nurses play a big role in patient care, and their spiritual health is a key factor. This aspect of nursing is often overlooked, but it's crucial for providing holistic care. Spiritual health isn't about religion. It's about finding meaning and purpose in life. In China, a study looked at how spiritual health affects new nurses' ability to provide spiritual care....

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May 09 2025HEALTH

What is the Role of Forensic Nurses in Brazil?

Forensic nursing is a crucial part of the healthcare system in Brazil. It involves specialized nurses who play a vital role in legal investigations. These nurses work at the intersection of healthcare and the legal system. They are trained to collect, document, and preserve evidence from victims of violence, abuse, or other crimes. This evidence is then used in court...

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May 04 2025HEALTH

Cancer Care Challenges in Afghanistan: A Nurse's Perspective

Afghanistan is a country that has seen more than its share of struggles. It is one of the poorest nations globally, with a history marked by long periods of conflict. This backdrop makes providing quality healthcare, especially for serious illnesses like cancer, incredibly difficult. The focus here is on the hurdles faced by nurses in delivering cancer care. It is ...

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May 03 2025HEALTH

Understanding the Power Plays in Nursing

In the world of nursing, there is a sneaky form of psychological abuse called gaslighting. This is when someone messes with another person's sense of reality. It's all about manipulation and taking advantage of power differences. It's a big deal in nursing workplaces, where not-so-obvious bullying can happen. It's important to understand that gaslighting isn't just ...

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Apr 30 2025HEALTH

Virtual Nurses: A New Way to Care in Hospitals

Virtual nurses are becoming a big deal in hospitals. These are experienced nurses who use technology to help patients from a distance. They are part of a plan to deal with not having enough nurses and to stop nurses from feeling overwhelmed. A recent study looked at how well this idea worked in a 40-bed medical and surgical unit. The study used a method called imple...

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Apr 22 2025HEALTH

How Spirituality and Job Fit Boost Nurse Well-being

Nurses play a vital role in healthcare, and their well-being directly impacts patient care. To explore this, a study focused on how workplace spirituality affects nurses' physical and mental health. It also looked at how well a nurse's job and the organization's culture match up with their personal values and skills. The study involved full-time nurses who had been ...

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