NURSING

Mar 05 2025HEALTH

Nursing Students' Eyes: Seeing Teamwork in Slovak Hospitals

Nursing students in Slovakia are the fresh eyes watching how nurses work together in hospitals. This isn't just about learning to be a nurse; it's about seeing how well nurses play together as a team. It's like watching a sports team from the sidelines, but instead of scoring goals, they're saving l

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Mar 04 2025HEALTH

Nurses Under Pressure: The Rise of Defensive Care in Egypt

In Egypt, nurses are increasingly adopting a defensive approach to their work. This means they are more focused on protecting themselves legally rather than prioritizing patient care. This shift is alarming and warrants a closer look. Why is this happening? Well, workplace violence and legal threat

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Feb 27 2025EDUCATION

Why Do Some Nursing Students Struggle with the NCLEX-RN?

Nursing students often face a big challenge when they graduate: the NCLEX-RN exam. This test is crucial because it decides if they can become registered nurses. But what happens when students don't pass? This is a big deal because it affects their future careers. So, researchers wanted to figure out

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Slippery Slopes: How Nursing Homes Can Tackle Fall Risks

Falls in nursing homes are a big deal. They mess with residents' health and happiness. While hospitals and community settings have made strides in preventing falls, nursing homes are still playing catch-up. These places are unique. Residents need lots of help, and resources are tight. This makes man

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Mentors Matter: 50 Years of Nurse Wisdom

Nursing has been around for a long time, and so has the need for good mentors. 50 years ago, a group of nurse practitioners (NPs) started sharing their experiences and knowledge. This group has kept going strong, and now they are celebrating their 50th year. They asked 50 influential NPs to share

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Nurses in Training: Tackling Stigma Against Substance Abuse

In the United States, one in six people grapples with substance use disorder (SUD). Nursing schools might not be doing enough to prepare future nurses for this reality. Why is that? Well, there's a big problem called stigma. It's a harsh judgment that can make people feel ashamed or discriminated ag

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Feb 19 2025EDUCATION

Nurses in Training: How Tech is Revolutionizing Learning

Nursing students face a challenging task. They must think quickly and make smart choices. This is where simulation-based learning (SBL) with technology steps in. Picture this: students practicing real-life situations using virtual reality, augmented reality, and other advanced tools. It's like a ser

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Feb 16 2025EDUCATION

Africa to China: African Nursing Students' Journey

Nursing students from Africa who travel to China for their clinical internships face a unique set of challenges. This journey isn't just about gaining practical experience; it's also about navigating a new culture and educational system. Many students feel overwhelmed and experience negative emotion

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Why Are Caregivers Calling it Quits?

The world is getting older. People are living longer. This means there are more older adults who need care. The places that care for them, like nursing homes, are having a tough time. They can't keep enough personal care workers. Workers are leaving too fast, and it's a big problem. This review look

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Final Year Students' Insights on End-of-Life Care: A Ugandan Perspective

Palliative care has been a part of the curriculum for final-year nursing and medical students in Uganda for around 10 years. However, there has been a surprising lack of research into how well students understand and feel confident about providing this type of care. This gap in knowledge is a bit of

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