Korean-Americans are the fastest growing subgroup of Asian Americans. In a 10 mile radius of the hospital I work in the Korean population varies from about 10 to more than 50 of the population comprising some of the surrounding towns (Holy Name Medical Center Korean Medical Program‚ 2013). Therefore‚ it is very important for healthcare providers to be able to communicate with this culture. In response to the needs of the patients‚ our hospital has created the Korean Medical Program. The program
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The nursing pillow provides the necessary support for an optimal position during breastfeeding. Given the weight of the bag‚ the pillow stays in place and the baby does not slip between the mother and the pillow. When your baby is born‚ you can use a pillow during breastfeeding or when you give him the bottle. You can‚ for example‚ the wedge in your back and enjoy this time with your baby. Later‚ your baby may also lie on this cushion and have a little nest. Your baby may also be maintained when
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Evidence based nursing is the shared partnership between the patient and clinician that involves the best evidence and clinical outcomes and values when making health care decision’s (Huber‚ 2014). There are thousands of ways to implement evidence based practice into the end of life arena. I recall many years ago when all hospice did was sit at the bed side and give morphine. Look where hospice care has gone today. They have surpassed the days of morphine to all and through evidence based nursing improved
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and Mathematics (STEM) were held by women. While men do make up the majority of those who graduate with a degree in a STEM field‚ 31% are employed in STEM fields‚ while only 15% of women with a STEM related degree are employed in STEM fields (Landivar‚ 2013.) In the 21st Century‚ it is no longer acceptable for women to be underrepresented
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For centuries‚ many different cultures have practiced spirituality in the care of people. For many‚ health is not just about the body‚ but it is about the mind‚ body‚ and soul combined. Even when one is out of balance‚ the person is unable to have full body wellness and health. I am a firm believer in the balance of the mind‚ body and soul. As nurses‚ our main focus is the health and wellness of they body but what many may not realize is by using spiritual care for the mind and soul it can positively
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meet strategic goals is an opportunity that cannot be overlooked. Four stakeholder groups are identified that need to understand and support the goals of the strategic plan and include: 1) Board of Trustees/Executive Leadership; 2) Hospitalists; 3) Nursing; and 4) Pharmacy and Physical Therapy. The educational topics planned for the strategic plan kickoff include: 1) HCAHPS measures; 2) Hospital Compare Data; 3) Communication/Mindful Practice Strategies; 4) Hardwiring Practice; 5) Pain Management ;
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When I asked the administrator she seemed slightly confused and asked if we had someone coming in that did not speak English. I did find out that we use a communication board for daily interactions with nursing assistance and we encourage family involvement. If information is being exchanged regarding medication changes‚ diagnosis and informed consent first we check if their doctor can translate‚ because many use doctors that speak their native tongue. This
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The most common breach of medication administration is medication errors. This is why it is important to have a culture and environment of safety. Administration of medications is a basic activity in nursing practice. Nurses therefore must be knowledgeable about specific drugs and their administration‚ patient response‚ drug interactions‚ patient allergies‚ and related resources. Safety and prevention of medication errors are essential” (Kee 2015). A culture and environment of safety for medication
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Working within the human service field having proper skill sets is important. I believe that no matter the situation whether it be within a primary‚ secondary or tertiary prevention level all the skills a human service worker obtains will be utilized. I feel that the skills you go into the field with‚ along with skills you will gain while in the field all get utilized to the same degree. Now depending on the severity of the situation shows how often specific skills are utilized. I will list several
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An important theory used in nursing practice is health-related quality of life. Each individual has a different idea of what might be considered a “good” quality of life‚ and this individual opinion needs to be taken into account when planning care for patients throughout their lifetime. One of the most important times in which this theory can be applied is when planning end of life care. Each patient needs to decide for themselves what they want in their final weeks‚ days‚ and hours‚ and healthcare
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