October 2020

Respiratory distress has been the most common cause of near-term hospital readmission for patients with COVID-19, investigators said.

We have two new ileostomies in my building, and most of us are not very versed on changing colostomy or ileostomy bags. We seem to always have a mess when changing the appliance. Have any tips?

Pressure-relieving dressings or cushions used on COVID-19-patients running fevers should allow for the release of heat to promote an ideal microclimate.

Low-level light therapy commonly used for cosmetic purposes is effective in treating acute wounds and diabetic foot ulcers, according to multiple studies over several years, according to two systematic...

What are the best practices for treating a patient with multiple wounds?

Male registered nurses continue to earn more than their female counterparts, despite males often having less education and being less likely to be certified. That’s according to the latest “Nurse Salary...

The direct care workforce boasts 4.6 million workers, making it larger than any single occupation in the U.S. New research from PHI, a nonprofit, however, indicates that low wages and other economic barriers...

How should we begin to prepare for influenza season?

Talking robots that interact with older adults might soon become a fixture in senior care homes in the United Kingdom as a way to help fight loneliness and boost mental health.

As novel as virtual medical and rehabilitation appointments seemed when COVID-19 first appeared, they’re now simply part of the new norm for many healthcare systems. What’s more, they could eventually...