Caffeine: Consider an Alternative
A lot of people enjoy a daily pick-me-up, like a freshly brewed cup of joe, an ice-cold soft drink, or even an energy drink to get the day started. Considering the nature of their work and the odd hours, some nurses tend...
A Quick Look at Vitamin D3
The human body requires nutrients that are absorbed through food and other sources to be healthy. Vitamin D3 is a type of Vitamin D sourced from animal-based foods and sunlight. As a nurse, learning everything you can about this essential nutrient is...
Traumatic Brain Injury: What You Need to Know
As a nurse, you will come across people suffering from various health emergencies. Learning about different injuries and medical conditions can put you in a better place to achieve positive outcomes for your patients. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a common emergency...
Nursing Volunteerism: Everything You Need to Know
A nurse’s role is vital to the healthcare system, as they serve on the front lines of delivering patient care and coordinating each patient’s care with other medical professionals. A nurse is also critical to upholding the wishes of every patient and...
Five Vaping Facts You Should Know
With a rapid increase in its popularity, vaping has made it to the list of serious health concerns in the current era. For the past seven years, vapes or e-cigarettes have been the most widely used tobacco products among U.S. youth[1]; an...
Alabama Board of Nursing Requirements
Are you looking for a career in healthcare in the state of Alabama? Becoming a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse are two excellent paths to enter into the healthcare industry. The Alabama Board of Nursing offers plenty of opportunities for...
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR): What Nurses Should Know
As a nurse, you are important in delivering high-quality care for all your patients. Providing life-saving interventions in a healthcare setting is a part of what you do. You are also responsible for advocating for and implementing your patients’ rights regarding care...
New York Registered Nurse Requirements
The State of New York offers virtually countless opportunities for registered nurses, especially those with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or higher. All nurses must be passionate about healthcare and helping others. Nurses play a critical role in healthcare...
Female Alopecia
While people typically associate hair loss with men from male pattern baldness, hair loss is also quite common in women. There are several reasons women can experience hair loss, from high stress levels to hormonal changes and medical conditions. As a nurse,...
What You Should Know About Vaping
As a practicing nurse, you must come across countless patients dealing with various health problems and emergencies. Most patients’ problems arise from factors out of their control. However, you will also encounter patients with habits leading to health issues. Vaping is a...