Great Day
Do you ever hear about a “Great Day” for someone or a unit? Here is a Great Day that 17 James had and is worth remembering. Our James Sickle Cell Team and The Faith Thomas Foundation Because of the…
Leaves on a Stream
Guided imagery is one of the oldest and most commonly used relaxation techniques. Words, images, and additional sensory stimuli can mobilize neurophysiology and biochemistry. By engaging the senses it can help not only with relaxation but aids with stress reduction,…
The Power of Your Touch
I have been thinking a lot lately about the power of our touch as nurses. We can have such an impact on our patients through a simple touch of the hand, a pat on the back or a hand or…
Grief VS Depression
Grief VS Depression Grief and depression can be difficult to differentiate. These conditions are common in oncology patients and their families. It is therefore beneficial to distinguish between these states in order to provide the best support and most effective interventions….
Support for Nursing Care Plans
Our nursing care plans can impact patient readmission rates. In our scope of practice we assess our patients for patterns of human responses. We use that assessment to create a nursing regimen that can help with health behaviors and coping. Addressing…
Providing nursing support for oncology patients with depression (by guest blogger Nicole Muscari)
Depression – what do we know? Has a higher occurrence rate in oncology patients compared to the general population Evidence exists that depression effects a patient’s survival and overall quality of life Signs and symptoms may include: Loss of interest…
When your patient is taking an antipsychotic medication (by guest blogger Nicole Muscari)
Here are some things to consider when caring for a patient taking antipsychotic medications. Quick Facts about Antipsychotic Drugs: Have been around for over 60 years Are used to treat acute psychosis seen in mental illness such as schizophrenia These…
Nursing care for patients with schizophrenia (by guest blogger Nicole Muscari)
Here is my personal review and key takeaways from an article about nurses empowering patients with schizophrenia and relating this information to my current practice with the oncology population. Effective Strategies for Nurses Empowering Clients With Schizophrenia: Medication Use as…
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