Role of the Registered Nurse in the Care of the Pregnant Woman Receiving Analgesia and Anesthesia by Catheter Techniques
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Tags: AWHONN Position Statement Source Type: research
Breastfeeding
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Tags: AWHONN Position Statement Source Type: research
Competencies for Women's Health Clinical Nurse Specialists
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Tags: News and Views Source Type: research
Text4Baby App
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Summer Hunt Tags: Bulletin Board Source Type: research
Managing Osteoarthritis
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative disease that affects 27 million American women. All body joints can be affected. OA is more prevalent in women than men. Most women, with a diagnosis of OA report discomfort in the knee, hip, back and wrist joints. The discomforts of OA can be managed with life style changes before over the counter medications are introduced. Surgical interventions should be considered as the last treatment choice. Once a medication choice has been introduced, nurses can review methods to women that will improve their ability to continue activities of daily living and decrease the impact of th...
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Marie Kodadek Tags: Well Woman Source Type: research
Inhaled Insulin – A New Delivery for an Old Drug
This article will provide an overview of the Afrezza system, indications for use, adverse reactions and implications for nurses who work with women with diabetes. (Source: AWHONN Lifelines)
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Heidi Collins Fantasia Tags: Rx Source Type: research
Urine‐Based HPV Testing as a Method to Screen for Cervical Cancer
Abstract
Cervical cancer is a treatable and preventable cancer that remains a concern for women worldwide. Efforts to reduce rates of cervical cancer focus on the promotion of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and the promotion of routine recommended cervical cancer screening, primarily done by cervical cytology and cervical HPV testing. Recently researchers have begun to examine urine‐based HPV testing as a future potential alternative to the current cervical screening methodology. This column takes a second look at two recent U.S.‐based studies in which researchers evaluated urine‐based HPV testing as a simple...
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Holly B. Fontenot Tags: A Second Look Source Type: research
Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy
Abstract
Itching is commonly reported by pregnant women and may be due to physiologic changes of pregnancy or could indicate a more serious health concern. Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, while classified as a pregnancy dermatosis, is actually a liver disease of pregnancy associated with significant fetal mortality and morbidity, as well as lifelong health risks for the offspring. In these challenging cases, nurses must understand the differential diagnoses and be prepared to provide comprehensive care, education and support to women with this condition. A case example is included. (Source: AWHONN Lifelines)
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Cathi Phillips, Margaret Boyd Tags: Feature Source Type: research
Enhancing Neonatal Wellness with Home Visitation
Abstract
We planned and implemented an evidence‐based program to screen for jaundice and to try to increase the proportion of women breastfeeding for 6 months. The program involved home visitation by a registered nurse to provide education on and support of breastfeeding, and to perform physical assessment of both mothers and newborns, including screening for neonatal jaundice. Quantitative data showed increased breastfeeding rates at 6 months. In addition, readmission rates for jaundice were higher when compared to regional benchmarks. However, the average length of stay for treatment of jaundice was shorter than region...
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Carlo Parker, Geene Warmuskerken, Lorna Sinclair Tags: Feature Source Type: research
A Community‐Based Walking Program to Promote Physical Activity Among African American Women
This article describes the implementation of one such program. (Source: AWHONN Lifelines)
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Titania Adams, Djuana Burns, Jeffery Wade Forehand, Amy Spurlock Tags: Feature Source Type: research
An Analysis Comparing “Sim Huddles” to Traditional Simulation for Obstetric Emergency Preparedness
Abstract
Health care professionals in obstetrics must be prepared to respond when emergencies arise. Simulation provides the opportunity to train in a team setting but can be resource‐intensive. A postprogram implementation analysis compared high‐fidelity in‐situ simulation to a novel approach called “Sim Huddles.” Sim Huddles are conducted in a quick, informal, low‐fidelity staff huddle format incorporating concepts of TeamSTEPPS®. Postsimulation participant surveys from nine Sim Huddles were compared to nine traditional in‐situ simulations. Results show similar achievement of learning goals and statistical...
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Jennifer Sweeney, Renee Maietta, Karla Olson Tags: Feature Source Type: research
New Data on Cervical Cancer Screening
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 12, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Jennifer Hellwig Tags: On the Edge Source Type: research
Every Nurse Makes History
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - February 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Mary C. Brucker Tags: Perspectives Source Type: research
From the Emergency Room to the Birthing Room
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - December 12, 2014 Category: Nursing Authors: Emily Fitzgerald Tags: Reflections Source Type: research
Position Statement Discourages Induction of Labor Without Medical Indications
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - December 12, 2014 Category: Nursing Tags: News and Views Source Type: research
