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Hey-O Nursing Beat Friends! |
Are you ready for another round of Trivia Tuesday?
😃 True or False: Humans have more facial muscles than any other animal on Earth?
Think you know the answer? Click here to find out!
(This is also my last day serving as the Managing Editor of TNB. Fear not! I’ll still be bringing you your weekly dose of trivia and mystery diagnoses in the PRN section starting in May! Catch you all on the flip flop! 🩴)
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Today's Top Beats |
🩸 Tainted Blood
‼️ Fire My Boss
🤮 High Hospital Infections
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Tainted Blood |
Five cases of HIV were linked to an unlicensed New Mexico spa that used unsanitary practices for platelet-rich plasma (PRP) microneedling procedures, the CDC reported at a conference in March and then last week in MMWR. PRP microneedling, or “vampire facials,” was popularized by Kim Kardashian in 2013. Two of the HIV cases were diagnosed before receiving the facials, and three were diagnosed after, but tests revealed all five were closely linked genetically.
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Fire My Boss! |
Nurses working in correctional facilities in Multnomah County, Oregon, have demanded that two managers be fired for gross mismanagement. The nurses sent letters through their union, the Oregon Nurses
Association, to county commissioners claiming the mismanagement and unsafe working conditions left them “left them overworked, underpaid and in a hostile work environment, undermining the health of their incarcerated patients,” a local news station reported. The nurses allege that one supervisor is often absent, and the other ignores staff concerns.
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Hospital Infections Still High |
Antibiotic-resistant hospital infections in the US are still higher than pre-pandemic levels, found a study presented at a European infectious disease conference. Another study at the conference found similar results globally, potentially due to overuse of antibiotics during the pandemic, the World Health Organization says. The US study, based on data from 120 hospitals from 2018-2022, found infections surged by 32% at the pandemic’s peak and still haven’t returned to baseline.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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The number of percentage points that RN job satisfaction fell between 2018 and 2022, from 40% to 28%, according to federal data. Meanwhile, can you guess how many were moderately or extremely dissatisfied in 2022, compared to 11% in 2018?
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TOGETHER WITH KAPLAN
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Confidently Add FNP Behind Your Name |
When you hear the name Kaplan, what comes to mind? For most nurses, it's that exhilarating moment of seeing 'PASS... YOUR NAME, RN' light up on your phone after your NCLEX.
Well, Kaplan has big news - the same feelings of triumph, relief, and preparedness are now available for you to tackle your FNP boards.
With four decades of experience, Kaplan is the global leader for test prep. Confidence, expertise, and success are all yours with Kaplan by your side.
Driven by data, fueled by pioneering research, Kaplan doesn't just promise success – they guarantee it. TNB readers get to try their test prep for free, plus an exclusive 50% discount with the code TNB50.
So, what's holding you back? Invest in yourself. Invest in your future. Secure that bliss of 'PASS...YOUR NAME, RN, FNP.' It's time to make your mark with Kaplan.
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PRN
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TECH TUESDAY WITH NURSE MANNY
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Our Robot Helpers |
Welcome to the cutting edge of nursing! As robotics and AI increasingly meld into healthcare, our roles as nurses can become more human focused and less task oriented. New members of our team like robots, Moxi and Bear,
designed to assist with tasks ranging from delivering supplies to lifting patients. These technological companions don't just handle the mundane; they're here to enhance our efficiency and allow us to focus more on what we do best—caring for our patients with compassion and expertise. Embrace the future where robots are not replacements, but partners, helping us deliver superior care and ensuring the well-being of our patients and ourselves. Let's navigate this innovative journey together, blending high-tech with high-touch in our daily nursing practice.
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Nurse Manny is passionate about leveraging health tech for better patient care.
Want him to review your tech? Email him!
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PRN
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FINANCIAL VITALS WITH NURSEMONEYDATE
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Travel Credit Cards 101 |
Nurse Jordan embarks on the path to travel hacking by leveraging the power of travel credit cards to unlock exclusive benefits.
Perks Research: Jordan zeroes in on cards offering the highest rewards on travel and dining, sign-up bonuses that fund her next escape, and perks like airport lounge access to elevate her travel experience.
Interest and Fees Awareness: She stays vigilant about borrowing costs, from annual fees to interest rates, ensuring the benefits outweigh the expenses.
Credit Health: Understanding the impact on her credit score, Jordan applies for new cards responsibly and manages balances meticulously to maintain her financial health.
Redemption Strategies: She becomes a master of redeeming points for maximum value, choosing flights and stays that offer the best return on her spending.
By balancing benefits against the costs, Nurse Jordan crafts her strategy for using travel credit cards, making each journey more rewarding while safeguarding her financial wellness.
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SUPPLY ROOM |
Keep it Close |
Keep your report sheets organized and always have a hard surface to write on with this foldable clipboard.
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BREAK ROOM |
An Encouraging Message |
Nurse burnout has been on the rise due to staffing shortages and multiple stressors. If you feel overworked, watch this heartfelt lesson Dr. Gabor Maté learned
when reflecting on his career. Click here for ways to prevent nurse burnout.
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS
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Do you know what to say to a friend or coworker that failed the NCLEX? We have the answer tomorrow.
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