Nursing Practice Challenges

A nurse is preparing a bottle of medicine for administration.

How Should a Nurse Prepare a Suspension Before…

Suspension medication is a type of medication that is not fully dissolved in a liquid, resulting in a mixture…

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A nurse is discussing the meaning of the term

What Does ‘Continent’ Mean in Nursing?

In nursing, the term ‘continent’ refers to a person’s ability to control their bladder and bowel movements. Being continent…

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A nurse is holding a stethoscope while placing central lines.

Can Nurses Place Central Lines?

Yes, as a nurse, you can place central lines. However, the ability to do so may vary depending on…

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A nurse is talking to an elderly woman on a bed.

How Often Do Hospice Nurses Visit?

Hospice nurses visit patients on a regular basis, typically based on the patient’s individual needs and condition. The frequency…

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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…

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A nurse is talking to an elderly man in a hospital bed.

Can Nurses Disimpact Patients?

Yes, as a nurse, you can disimpact patients. Disimpaction is an essential procedure that helps relieve fecal impaction and…

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