Ajn The American Journal Of Nursing - Behind The Article

There are multiple options available for men with newly diagnosed, low-risk, localized prostate cancer. Author Anne Katz explains how nurses can help these men and their partners make treatment decisions that are appropriate for their particular circumstances.

Author Debra Gerardi describes her article - the first in a three-part series on conflict engagement for nurse leaders. She explains these abilities and presents a model for addressing conflict based on recognizing the importance of relationships and the patterns they create.

Editor-in-chief Shawn Kennedy and Clinical Editor Betsy Todd, present the highlights of the March issue of the American Journal of Nursing. This month’s cover photo, taken on January 12, 1923, depicts several notable women in the field of nursing. Our first CE, “The Critical Care Recovery Center: An Innovative Collaborative Care Model for ICU Survivors,” describes the creation and implementation of a program aimed at maximizing the cognitive, physical, and psychological recovery of ICU survivors. Our second CE, “Early Localized Prostate Cancer,” examines the options available for men diagnosed with low-risk, localized disease and explains how nurses can help them and their partners make appropriate treatment decisions. Our new series, “Advancing Health Through Nursing,” examines The Institute of Medicine’s report, The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. And our new “Perspectives on Leadership” series explores conflict engagement coordinated by the American Organization of Nurse Executives. I

Author Susan Hassmiller discusses the impact of the Institute of Medicine’s 2010 report, The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health, at five years. This is the first article in our new series exploring the report’s recommendations, outcomes, and projections.

Author Jane Braaten discusses how she used a framework of cognitive work analysis to examine factors affecting nurses’ decision making when activating rapid response teams in emergency situations.

Editor-in-chief Shawn Kennedy and Clinical Editor Betsy Todd, present the highlights of the February issue of the American Journal of Nursing. This month’s cover shows the rapid response team (RRT) at Detroit’s Henry Ford Hospital in action. Our first CE, an original research article, is a study of rapid response teams describing the factors affecting nurses’ decisions to activate RRTs. Our second CE reviews four common congenital heart defects, their repairs, common long-term outcomes, and implications for nurses in both cardiac and noncardiac settings. Our Diabetes Under Control column describes a case study of a patient engaged in self-management. Our new series Advancing Health Through Nursing, explores The Institute of Medicine’s report, The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. And our Looking Back column remembers the life and legacy of an unsung African American nurse: Charlotte Rhone. In addition, there’s News, Reflections, Drug Watch, Art of Nursing, and more.

Life-threatening problems can occur years after repair of congenital heart defects and many adults who had these repairs as children may present in EDs, clinics and other non-cardiac settings, especially if they have not had ongoing cardiology follow-up. AJN editor-in-chief Shawn Kennedy speaks with author McRae about her work with these patients and what nurses in any setting need to know about congenital heart disease.

Editor-in-chief Shawn Kennedy and Clinical Editor Betsy Todd, present the highlights of the January issue of the American Journal of Nursing. 2015 is our 115th Year! The photo on our cover shows an eight year-old boy with a congenital heart abnormality. Our first CE, the first of a two-part series, discusses treatment of congenital heart disease. Our second CE is the second part of our series on the obesity epidemic, focusing on treating obese people with respect while empowering them to manage their weight. Another article explains several strategies for nurses to prepare for retirement. Our Quality Counts series this month updates nurses about quality initiatives in health care. The Teaching for Practice column continues our series about teaching in clinical settings. We have our “Annual Year in Review” news coverage, and announce our Book of the Year Award winners. In addition, there’s News, Reflections, Drug Watch, Art of Nursing, and more.

An IV infusion therapist with the Berkshire Visiting Nurses Association in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Debbie Wilson describes her experience in Liberia, where she worked with Doctors Without Borders at a 120-bed Ebola treatment center.

Editor-in-chief Shawn Kennedy and Clinical Editor Betsy Todd, present the highlights of the December issue of the American Journal of Nursing. The photo on our cover shows the burial of an Ebola victim in Uganda. Our first CE, the first of a two-part series, discusses the obesity epidemic and implications for nurses. Our second CE is an original research piece from the Netherlands, on patients with dementia and the use of surveillance technology. And we have an evidence-based practice article on blood transfusion policy and practice without using large needles. We also have a column from the International Council on Nurses (ICN) about the work they do on global nursing issues such as violence against health care workers. Our Policy and Politics column reviews the Affordable Care Act and the challenges that lay ahead. Our AJN Reports explores nurses and health information technology and we have a historical piece in recognition of Penicillin’s 70th birthday. In addition, there’s News, Reflections, Drug Watch,

Three nurses from Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit, MI, discuss how their evidence-based project found that smaller-than-20-gauge catheters can be used safely.

ICN CEO David Benton speaks about the challenges with safely delivering health care to patients and families in conflict zones across the world. He describes how ICN provides resources and support to nurses in these areas.

Doug Olsen discusses how military nurses at Guantanamo Bay face conflicting ethical imperatives and potential real world consequences over force-feeding Guantánamo Bay detainees. Military nurses are bound by the Oath of Commissioned Officers to protect their country and not simply to follow orders—in this way, their oath differs from the one taken by enlisted personnel. While officers are legally bound by the Uniform Code of Military Justice to follow orders, they are also expected to use sound judgment in assessing them—and to sometimes refuse those that are not in the best interests of the country, even if doing so means they will be held morally and legally responsible for the exceptional act of refusal. In some situations, the moral expectation to assess orders can present a conflict of fundamental values with a high potential for moral distress for the nurses involved.

Sufferers of mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) often have no physical symptoms and this injury may be undetected at first, yet it often has a profound negative effect on quality of life, including functional abilities and interpersonal relationships. AJN editor-in-chief Shawn Kennedy speaks with author Hyatt about her work with these patients and what all nurses need to know to recognize mTBI injuries.

Author Maureen Cavanagh shares her experience treating a pregnant woman with terminal ovarian cancer, and how the patient inspired in staff a commitment to patient-centered care.