Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Dr Julia Petty Dr Lisa Whiting Prof Celia Harding This week’s blog comes from Dr. Julia Petty and Dr. Lisa Whiting from the University of Hertfordshire and Professor Celia Harding from City University of London, who are sharing thoughts on how nurses can support parents to communicate with their premature babies. Babies born prematurely are at increased risk of developing speech, language and communication problems (Harding et al., 2019; Rabie et al, 2015) which can significantly im

2015 91

2015 2014 2019 Blog 91

Nurse Nacole

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Category: Fundamentals The presence of a systolic blood pressure difference of 10 to 20 mm Hg between the arms is a normal finding. If greater, it may indicate atherosclerosis, coarctation of the aorta or other vascular processes preferentially affecting one extremity.

Nursing 59

Nursing 59

Palliverse

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Photo by Eric Krull on Unsplash Working in palliative care you would think that we all live our lives without regrets. We all live each day to the fullest and try to make the most of all our relationships. Living as if it’s your last day. But, no, we don’t. It’s not happening to us, even though we know it could happen to any of us at any time.

Events 52

Events Palliative care Palliate 52

Hospice Chaplaincy

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Patrice Richardson. There is no doubt that the American population is aging; life expectancy has increased and, in turn, more people are living longer and sicker. By the year 2030, 70 million Americans will reach the age of 65.

2030 52

2030 2018 Medicare 52

Advertisement

Want to learn how to retain your caregivers & improve caregiver retention X3? The home care industry is experiencing turnover rates of over 80%. How are you ensuring your agency is retaining caregivers? This FREE eBook from Smartcare Software is packed with industry secrets needed to keep your caregivers happy, engaged, and retained, unlocking the full potential of your agency.

Caregiver

Traditions Health

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

The aim of hospice is to maximize a patient’s quality of life at every stage of their illness. Among other symptoms, this often involves addressing severe pain. A range of approaches can be used to address a patient’s pain, including medication, psychological and spiritual support, and complementary services such as therapeutic massage. Hospice caregivers can also provide companionship to help ease discomfort.

Hospice 52

Hospice Social worker Hospice care Caregiver 52

The Caregiving Years Training Academy

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

We met for our monthly Soul Break last Thursday. This week, we took a break from the pressure of the clock. (Watch A Soul Break from the Clock.) During our Soul Break, I posed three questions to help us move from the intensity of time to the generosity of time. One of those questions will be this week’s intentional question: How will time give back to me today?

Caregiver 52

Caregiver 52

The Caregiving Years Training Academy

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

New research points to the significant health care staffing shortage which means family caregivers will continue to do more and more. Last week, I wrote about the business case for paying family caregivers through payers and providers. My own personal experience with home care and hospice staffing shortages helped me connect the dots: When providers don’t have the staff needed to care for patients, family caregivers step in to do more and more.

Caregiver 52

Caregiver Events Healthcare 2023 52

Hospice Chaplaincy

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

In Today’s episode, Saul talks to Abby Brockman about her life’s journey and work. Abby Brockman is a Jewish board-certified clinical trauma chaplain.

Chaplain 40

Chaplain Hospice chaplain Hospice chaplaincy Article 40