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Hello Nurses! |
Today we celebrate Doctor’s Day, which officially falls on Sunday, March 30th. Any bedside nurse knows the value of a solid doctor-nurse relationship, and when each respects the other, our patients get the best care possible! (And it makes going to work that much nicer…)
To honor the docs we know and love, we interviewed Dr. Claire Massagee Lanier, MD, who gave some compelling insights into her experiences with nurses and how we can better bridge the doctor-nurse divide. Read the full interview, and tell us about your relationships with physician coworkers.
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Today's Top Beats |
🎊 Celebrating Doctor’s Day
📺 TV Stress
✈️ Mid-Flight Emergency
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HANDOFF |
Nurses: Your Diet May Slow Aging |
A 30-year study published in Nature Medicine observed 105,015 nurses and other healthcare professionals and found adherence to healthy dietary patterns—especially the Alternative Healthy Eating Index—was strongly linked to higher odds of healthy aging, defined as living to 70+ years without chronic disease and with good cognitive, physical, and mental health. Diets rich in plant-based foods, whole grains, nuts, and low-fat dairy promoted healthy aging, while trans fats, sodium, sugary drinks, and processed meats had negative effects.
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Signs Your Viewing Habits Might Be Harming You |
While some people find watching intense TV shows and movies thrilling, others may experience stress that can linger well after the entertainment has concluded. Dramatic or violent content, in particular, can trigger anxiety, increase cortisol levels, and even impact your mental health. Signs your viewing habits are negatively impacting you include sleep disturbances, obsessive
thoughts, worsened mood, and difficulty functioning normally. Experts recommend balancing intense content with lighter fare and being mindful of when and how you watch.
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What’s the Deal With Lymphatic Massages? |
Lymphatic massage, often marketed in wellness spaces with terms like “sculpt” and “detox,” is frequently promoted as a natural way to reshape the body, but its original purpose was to treat lymphedema. While research supports its effectiveness for medical conditions, there’s little evidence backing claims that it leads to weight loss or detoxification. It’s not a universal fix for bloating or swelling, and certain health conditions, like heart disease or blood clots, may make it unsafe.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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49% |
The percentage of accurate (vs inaccurate) claims made in the top 100 #ADHD TikToks. Guess how psychologists and students differed in their TikTok content ratings.
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TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE WITH NURSE KEL |
Today’s Trivia Topics |
It’s time for another round of Today’s Trivia Topics! In March, we’re focusing all of our attention on kidney trivia! To find the answers to the questions, click on the emojis at the start of each question.
🫘 Approximately how many gallons of blood do the kidneys filter each day?
🫘 Which vitamin gets activated by the kidneys?
🫘 On average, how many ER visits each year are for symptoms of kidney stones?
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Kelly McClure, MLS, BSN, RN, is a nursing school instructor for LPNs and
RNs at Ehove Career Center in northeast Ohio. She is also TNB’s resident trivia guru.
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An Exclusive Interview with Dr. Claire Lanier |
To celebrate Doctor’s Day, discover how Dr. Claire Lanier bridges the doctor-nurse divide.
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BREAK ROOM |
Ranch Cheat Code |
Do you love ranch, but have to hold back from eating it to reach your health goals? Check out this high-protein ranch recipe that will turn up your condiments game!
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