Nursing Practice Challenges

A nurse is holding a needle.

Can a Nurse Replace a Peg Tube?

Yes, as a nurse, you can replace a peg tube. However, it is important to have a thorough understanding…

Olivia Williams8 min read
A nurse is talking to an elderly Jehovah's Witness.

Can a Jehovah’s Witness Nurse Administer Blood?

Yes, as a Jehovah’s Witness nurse, you have the right to refuse to administer blood based on your religious…

Olivia Williams7 min read
A nurse in a surgical mask standing in an elevator, wondering about the return to work for nurses with C Diff.

When Can a Nurse with C Diff Return…

C. diff (Clostridium difficile) is a bacterial infection that can cause severe symptoms, including diarrhea, fever, and abdominal pain.…

Olivia Williams8 min read
A nurse in an obstetrics and gynecology room.

What’s the ‘Q’ Word in Nursing?

The ‘Q‘ word in nursing practice refers to ‘quiet‘. Nurses tend to avoid saying the ‘Q’ word because of…

Olivia Williams6 min read
A group of asian nurses posing for a photo at work.

Do You Have to Be a Nurse to…

Yes, being a nurse is not a requirement to perform Botox. However, it is important to understand the qualifications…

Olivia Williams6 min read
A nurse examines a woman in a hospital.

Can a Practical Nurse Insert an Indwelling Catheter?

Yes, as a practical nurse, you can insert an indwelling catheter. It is an important procedure that requires proper…

Olivia Williams8 min read