CE: A Review of the Revised Sepsis Care Bundles Lester, Donna; Hartjes, Tonja; Bennett, Amanda Lester, Donna; Hartjes, Tonja; Bennett, Amanda Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 118(8):40-49, August 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: An update on recent revisions to the sepsis care bundles, including development of the new one-hour bundle, plus screening and assessment tools nurses can use to identify sepsis in the ICU, in the ED, on the medical-surgical unit, and outside the hospital. Go to Full Text of this Article
CE: Original Research Pain in Nonverbal Children with Medical Complexity A Two-Year Retrospective Study Quinn, Brenna L.; Solodiuk, Jean C.; Morrill, Dominick; More Quinn, Brenna L.; Solodiuk, Jean C.; Morrill, Dominick; Mauskar, Sangeeta Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 118(8):28-37, August 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Children with medically complex conditions often experience pain, but in the absence of self-report, assessing pain can be challenging. Using a retrospective chart review, the authors sought to describe the signs and symptoms parents of nonverbal children with medical complexity find worrisome, the sources of pain in these children, and nursing pain assessment practices in this population. Go to Full Text of this Article
Nursing Practice and Particulate Matter Exposure Castner, Jessica; Polivka, Barbara J. Castner, Jessica; Polivka, Barbara J. Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 118(8):52-56, August 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: Both indoor and outdoor particulate matter pollution are leading risk factors for reduced quality of life and death. Using a composite case of one patient's experiences with asthma and multiple comorbidities, the authors provide an overview of particulate matter exposure and health, and management strategies for practice. Go to Full Text of this Article
Retired Nurse Volunteers Elpern, Ellen; Disch, Joanne M. Elpern, Ellen; Disch, Joanne M. Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 118(8):60-63, August 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: This article describes the benefits of using retired nurses to complement existing hospital staff and offers recommendations for setting up a program to effectively use these volunteers in the hospital setting. Go to Full Text of this Article
Health Care Policy Update: New Medicaid Work Requirements, Preexisting Conditions at Risk, the Drug Cost Crisis Molyneux, Jacob Molyneux, Jacob Less AJN The American Journal of Nursing. 118(8):22-24, August 2018. Abstract Abstract Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract:
