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Celebrating Mental Health Nurses’ Day 2024

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Wednesday 21 February 2024 in the UK marked its 6 th annual Mental Health Nurses’ Day. The day promotes and celebrates the unique and valuable role played by mental health nurses to health and wellbeing. There are approximately 300,000 mental health nurses worldwide and they represent the largest proportion of staff in the mental health care workforce with responsibility for patient care 1.

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Fearless Caregiver Profile: Jasmin Garcia

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Join us as we celebrate Fearless Caregivers, Jasmin Garcia sharing her personal story as she cares for her loved ones.

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All the Ways High Blood Pressure Affects the Body

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High blood pressure stealthily exerts its influence on numerous bodily systems with potentially devastating consequences. This condition can damage vital organs over time and exacerbate the risk of many chronic diseases. Understanding all the ways high blood pressure affects the body is crucial, especially for caregivers who play a pivotal role in managing their loved one’s health.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

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Category: Fundamentals Patients with cirrhosis are frequently hypoalbuminemic, which leads to a chronic state of decreased plasma oncotic pressure. This imbalance between the hydrostatic and oncotic forces across the pleural membrane results in an effusion.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.