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Unlock the Power of Nursing: Top Three Must-Have Nursing Books for Your Bookshelf

Daily Nurse

Forest Dean of the College of Nursing and Public Health at Adelphi University and has authored three essential nursing books for Springer Publishing: Fast Facts About the Nursing Profession , The New Nurse Educator , and The Nurse Professional. Here are three of Dr. Hunt’s books that belong on your bookshelf.

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Make the Holiday Season Jollier for Family Caregivers With These Stress-Reducing Tips

American In-Home Care

Take time to do something for yourself—whether it's a quiet evening with a book, a lunch out with a friend, or simply an afternoon nap. The constant care and attention required to meet a loved one’s needs can make it hard for you to participate in holiday events or simply to relax. In-home care services can help bridge this gap.

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Aging With Purpose: Why Feeling Relevant Matters More Than Ever

American In-Home Care

Engage in Your Community: Volunteering or participating in local events keeps you involved and reminds others of your value. Every action counts, from serving at a food bank to organizing a book club. Foster Relationships: Keep reaching out. Call your friends, meet your neighbors, and check in with family.

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Rethinking Opioid Conversions: Mary Lynn McPherson and Drew Rosielle

GeriPal

But wait, before you throw out that equianalgesic table, we also invited Dr. Mary Lynn McPherson, PharmD extraordinaire who published this amazing book, Demystifying Opioid Conversions , 2nd Ed., Until the second edition of my book, that is. Drew: She updated an equianalgesic table and published that in the second edition of her book.

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New RNs’ “Reality Shock”: And Other Recommended Reading from AJN’s April Issue

AJN Off the Charts

The authors of “Effects of a Second Victim Peer Support Program in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit” discuss a pilot project that aimed to determine the feasibility of implementing a peer support program for second victims and to assess whether it would reduce their distress levels after a traumatic, patient-related event.

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Transforming the Culture of Dementia Care: Podcast with Anne Basting, Ab Desai, Susan McFadden, and Judy Long

GeriPal

Her most recent book is Dementia Friendly Communities: why we need them and how we can create them . Her most recent book is Creative Care: a revolutionary approach to dementia and elder care . We need to learn from them that they have moved on, so how do we not dwell in the past negative events? Anne, we heard about this book.

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Fall Activities for Seniors on the North Shore Chicago 2024

Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing

From scenic walks to festive events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Fall Festivals and Events The North Shore hosts a variety of fall festivals and events that are perfect for seniors. These events offer a chance to enjoy local culture, food, and entertainment. Check their calendar for upcoming events.

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