CE: Original Research: Antineoplastic Drug Administration by Pregnant and Nonpregnant Nurses: An Exploration of the Use of Protective Gloves and Gowns Lawson, Christina C.; Johnson, Candice Y.; Nassan, Feiby L.; More Lawson, Christina C.; Johnson, Candice Y.; Nassan, Feiby L.; Connor, Thomas H.; Boiano, James M.; Rocheleau, Carissa M.; Chavarro, Jorge E.; Rich-Edwards, Janet W. Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 119(1):28-35, January 2019. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Despite longstanding recommendations for the safe handling of hazardous drugs, it's not known whether nurses—including those who are pregnant—wear protective gloves and gowns when administering chemotherapeutic drugs. This study examines this practice among nurses in the Nurses' Health Study 3. Go to Full Text of this Article
CE: Addressing Food Insecurity in Vulnerable Populations Flores, Heather L.; Amiri, Azita Flores, Heather L.; Amiri, Azita Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 119(1):38-45, January 2019. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: The authors discuss the factors that contribute to food insecurity and the populations at greatest risk, as well as screening tools and resources for vulnerable patients. Go to Full Text of this Article
The Top News Stories of 2018: More Extreme Weather Amid Environmental Protection Rollbacks McSpedon, Corinne McSpedon, Corinne Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 119(1):14-15, January 2019. Abstract Abstract Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article
Early, Nurse-Directed Sepsis Care Ferguson, Alice; Coates, Daniel Evan; Osborn, Scott; More Ferguson, Alice; Coates, Daniel Evan; Osborn, Scott; Blackmore, Christopher Craig; Williams, Barbara Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 119(1):52-58, January 2019. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: This article describes a single-center, multiyear quality improvement initiative designed to promote early recognition and treatment of sepsis and examines its effect on sepsis-related mortality rates, bundle adherence, and the need for rapid response team calls. Go to Full Text of this Article
Book of the Year Awards 2018 Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 119(1):68-71, January 2019. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: The most valuable texts of the year, as chosen by AJN's panel of judges. Go to Full Text of this Article
