Nursing Practice Challenges

A nurse talking to a patient.

Can You Lose Your Nursing License for Dating…

Yes, you can lose your nursing license for dating a patient. It is essential for nurses to maintain professional…

Sandra Smith8 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
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 group of doctors discussing the intersection of nursing and science in a hospital.

How Does Nursing Relate to Science?

Nursing is intrinsically linked to the field of science. Science provides the foundation for nursing practice, guiding nurses in…

Olivia Williams7 min read
A nurse is discussing the meaning of the term "continent" with an elderly man in a wheelchair.

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…

Olivia Williams4 min read
A woman is cradling a newborn baby.

Nurses Have You Ever Dropped a Newborn Baby?

Yes, as a nurse, I have heard stories from colleagues who have experienced incidents where a newborn baby was…

Sophia Miller8 min read