Strangers and Strange Lands
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - December 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Mary C. Brucker Tags: Perspectives Source Type: research
The Healing Garden
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Stacy McNall Tags: Reflections on Women's Health Source Type: research
Intimate Partner Violence
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Tags: AWHONN Position Statement Source Type: research
AWHONN Awards Honor Nursing Excellence
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Tags: AWHONN News & Views Source Type: research
Body Weight Planner Tool
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Summer Hunt Tags: Bulletin Board Source Type: research
Nursing Care of Women Who Have Undergone Genital Cutting
Abstract
Female genital cutting (FGC), commonly called female genital mutilation, affects millions of women but is poorly understood by many health care providers. FGC procedures intentionally alter the female genital organs for nonmedical reasons and include partial or total removal of female genital organs. These procedures, which have no medical value, are usually done between birth and puberty. Health consequences vary in severity but can be devastating. Women who have experienced FGC may be reluctant to seek health care or to disclose their condition to providers. Suggestions for culturally competent care of women who...
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Donna Scott Tilley Tags: Beyond Borders Source Type: research
Strategies to Support Sustained Breastfeeding of Late Preterm Multiple Birth Infants
Abstract
Strategies to support sustained breastfeeding in late preterm multiple birth infants include developing a family‐centered feeding plan in collaboration with the medical team, assessing and supporting breastfeeding sessions, promoting lactogenesis with pumping or manual expression, and activating a support system for families. (Source: AWHONN Lifelines)
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Joan Esper Kuhnly Tags: 28 Days Source Type: research
Marijuana Use in Pregnancy
Abstract
With the legalization of both medical and recreational use of marijuana in some U.S. states, nurses and other clinicians should be prepared to care for pregnant women who have used marijuana during pregnancy. This column describes the prevalence of cannabis use among women, the effect cannabis has on the body and the potential maternal, fetal and neonatal effects of marijuana use during pregnancy. (Source: AWHONN Lifelines)
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Cheryl K. Roth, Lori A. Satran, Shauna M. Smith Tags: In Practice Source Type: research
Clinicians Discuss Diaper Dermatitis
Abstract
Diaper dermatitis in infants is commonly seen by clinicians in both primary care and acute care settings. The condition can cause significant discomfort for infants and distress for their parents and caregivers. Nursing for Women's Health convened a group of nursing clinicians who work in a variety of settings to discuss the issues and challenges related to preventing and treating diaper dermatitis in both healthy term newborns and premature newborns. (Source: AWHONN Lifelines)
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Mary Brucker, Stephanie McGuire, Lisa Merrill, Francine Rossing, Kammi Sayaseng Tags: Feature Source Type: research
Relationship‐Based Care for Newborns With Down Syndrome and Endocardial Cushion Defect
Abstract
Down syndrome with endocardial cushion defect is a challenging diagnosis for parents as well as members of the health care team. Utilizing a framework of relationship‐based care, nurses are in a position to positively affect parents’ experience by providing education, advocacy, and support from initial diagnosis through discharge. The plan of care is multidisciplinary and focuses on critical developmental needs, such as bonding and feeding. Because Down syndrome is associated with multiple anomalies, anticipatory guidance is needed to assist parents with establishing a health maintenance plan for their child a...
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Cathi Phillips, Margaret Boyd Tags: Feature Source Type: research
An Evidence‐Based Protocol for Protecting Newborns From Pertussis
This article describes a project to develop an evidence‐based protocol for implementing prenatal vaccination and cocooning in a major medical center in Georgia. (Source: AWHONN Lifelines)
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Cynthia F. Stinson, Gwendolyn Hooper, JoAnn S. Oliver Tags: Feature Source Type: research
Cord Blood Milking
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Jennifer Hellwig Tags: On the Edge Source Type: research
Strategies to Decrease Maternal Request for Early Elective Induction
Abstract
Severe maternal discomfort in the third trimester is not a diagnostic risk justification for elective induction before 39 weeks gestation. Alternative methods of intervention and supportive resources to help sustain a woman at the end of pregnancy have been largely absent in discussions pertaining to best practices. Nurses and midwives are in an ideal position to play a leadership role in working with physician colleagues as well as other members of the health care team to broaden the conversation to include alternative and complementary interventions, and to provide guidance and assistance to help women cope with...
Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Barbara Catherine Wallace Tags: Commentary Source Type: research
Persistence
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - October 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Mary C. Brucker Tags: Perspectives Source Type: research
Erratum
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Source: AWHONN Lifelines - August 11, 2015 Category: Nursing Tags: Erratum Source Type: research
