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Pneumonia: New Standards in Diagnosis & Care
In most situations, pneumonia is preventable and treatable. It is important for healthcare workers to know that pneumonia recognition, prevention, diagnosis and treatment have changed based on recent research findings. Learn more about the new standards in diagnosis and care. Read more
Sepsis and the Neonatal Patient
Sepsis, also known as septicemia, is a toxic condition caused by the spread of invading organisms, or their by-products, through the bloodstream or in other tissue in the body. Nurses are essential in identifying symptoms of sepsis and in the treatment of the neonate with suspected or confirmed infection. Read more
The Needs of Patients and Families with Alzheimer’s and other Dementias
The needs of patients with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia go beyond meeting their medical requirements. Read about the various types of dementia and how to work with dementia patients and their families. Read more
My Head Hurts: Understanding the Risk of Sports Related Concussions
Each year, 1.6 to 3.8 million concussions result from sports/recreation injuries in the United States. Learn about the characteristics and symptoms of sport related concussions as well as the initial and on-going management after a concussion occurred. Read more
Leukemia and Lymphoma in Children
Leukemia and lymphoma are considered common forms of cancer in children and adolescents, impacting up to 33% of childhood cancer patients. Most children will experience symptoms of the disease prior to diagnosis, however a lack of outward symptoms is not uncommon. Read more

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