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Emergency Preparedness for Nurse Practitioners
When disaster strikes, healthcare systems need the ability to meet the demand, and that requires thoughtful preparation. . .
January 27, 2012
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The Nurse Practitioner's Role in the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis
NPs - learn more about the clinical presentation diagnosis, treatment options, and follow-up required for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
December 26, 2011
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A Prescriber's Guides to Oral Antiplatelet Therapy
What are the key concepts to consider regarding the growing array of antiplatelet medications and the increasing indications for their use?
December 15, 2011
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Preparing to Blow the Whistle: A Survival Guide for Nurses
Learn when and how to blow the whistle if you suspect a violation -- and when to take less drastic actions.
November 18, 2011
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Prescribing Chronic Opioid Therapy in Noncancer Patients Experiencing Chronic Pain
What can be gleaned from recent legal cases involving NPs who have been sued for prescribing opioids to patients with chronic pain?
November 04, 2011
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Where Do Nurse Practitioners Stand With Health Care?
One thing is certain - change must come to healthcare.
October 21, 2011
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Are Saline Irrigations Effective in Relieving Chronic Rhinosinusitis Symptoms?
Saline irrigations are being used as a treatment for chronic and/or acute rhinosinusitis, but are they effective?
October 03, 2011
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10 Habits to Adopt to Avoid Prescribing Errors
Here are 10 safety-related habits to incorporate into your practice to avoid mishaps when prescribing.
August 08, 2011
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Warfarin Drug Interactions: Strategies to Minimize Adverse Drug Events
Helpful strategies to identify, prevent, and manage drug/drug interactions involving warfarin anticoagulation therapy are outlined for both acute and primary care settings.
July 28, 2011
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Ambiguity in Defining Adolescent Sexual Activity
Learning how adolescent sexual behavior is defined takes priority for those providers that adolescents see before and after the onset of sexual activity.
July 15, 2011
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Evaluation and Management of the Adult Patient With Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary hypertension is a progressive disease with no cure, but treatments continue to evolve in exciting new directions.
June 10, 2011
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Syncope: An Uncommon Presentation of Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
Despite obvious symptoms, fewer than half of patients who experience a syncopal episode seek medical assistance, yet syncopal episodes account for numerous visits to hospital EDs.
May 27, 2011
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Evidence-Based Interventions for Pediatric Weight Control
Get up-to-date with the latest evidence-based interventions to guide your treatment of children and families trying to combat obesity.
May 05, 2011
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Obesity and Asthma: A Dangerous Link in Children
Do sedentary behaviors and physical activity avoidance contribute to the relationship between asthma and obesity?
April 21, 2011
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Screening for Autism Spectrum Disorders During Well-Child Visits in a Primary Care Setting
How easily can autism screenings be integrated into well-child visits?
April 11, 2011
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Professional Boundaries and Dual Relationships in Clinical Practice
Maintaining clear boundaries can create both clarity and safety for patients and providers.
March 28, 2011
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Gerontological NPs as Healthcare Directors of Nursing Homes
GNP education is ideally suited for healthcare delivery in nursing homes because it provides a combination of quality-of-life measures and diagnosis and treatment interventions.
March 02, 2011
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Nurse Practitioner Professional Liability
What aspects of your practice leave you most open to professional liability? Find out more about potential vulnerability.
February 24, 2011
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Herbal Supplements: Talking With Your Patients
Herbal supplements are freely available and presumed to be safe, but there can be more to the story. What should you tell your patients?
February 01, 2011
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Three Frequently Asked Questions about Malpractice Insurance
Real-life situations are used to illustrate important points all NPs need to know regarding malpractice insurance.
January 19, 2011
