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Nurses have a legal and ethical responsibility to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. Social media and new technology create additional challenges, as disclosing information is

Nurses play a key role in advocating for, communicating with and educating patients and caregivers about the benefits of vaccination and vaccine safety. Nurses can

Given that the patient population in the United States is becoming increasingly diverse and that nurses come from a multitude of backgrounds, it’s important for

When healthcare facilities have insufficient nurses on staff, the welfare of patients can be compromised. Moreover, overwhelmed nurses could overlook details or not fully engage

Technology is integral to nursing, with nurses using multiple pieces of electronic equipment to perform their tasks, monitor patients and communicate. What Is IoT? The

The rigors of nursing can take a toll on nurses who don’t prioritize self-care. Nurses who are tired or overworked run the risk of becoming

One of the most important roles in nursing is patient education. We’ve moved firmly into an era where the patient plays a vital role on

The 2017 hurricane season showed just how devastating natural disasters can be. Those of us who saw the devastation in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico

You’ve just finished a grueling eight-hour or 12-hour shift at the hospital. It’s the kind of day where you want to just go home to

The call for BSN-prepared registered nurses is growing stronger all the time. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing, in its annual survey conducted in

How much do nurses make? That question is often top of mind for those considering nursing careers, and there’s not one simple answer. Part of

Becoming a nurse is a process that involves many hours of reading, lectures and learning hands-on skills by providing patient care. Learning environments range from

Working the night shift, or the graveyard shift, can be grueling. Emotional and physical problems are associated with the shift, which can have a crash-and-burn

The code of ethics is high on the list of topics that nurses deal with often. Ethical dilemmas in the healthcare setting can spark heated

Michigan is the tenth most populous state in the U.S. It stands at the forefront of research and development, ranking in the top five of