The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced recommendations for a new treatment option for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) this past week. These recommendations are welcome news for correctional nurses challenged with managing LTBI treatment for their inmate population. ... Read More about New Latent TB Regimen from CDC: Good News for Correctional Nurses
The Correctional Nurse
On Interruptions and Correctional Nursing
The daunting daily task, performed by hundreds of correctional nurses every day, is complicated by distracting noise and frequent interruption. Today we are going to discuss on interruptions an correctional nursing. A nurse stands at a small window in a small room with shelves around the ... Read More about On Interruptions and Correctional Nursing
Time to be Thankful
It is that time of year! I love starting the holiday season with a day of thanks for all our blessings. It is a time to be thankful. No matter how dire the circumstances, we can find something to be grateful for. Time To Be Thankful Here is my correctionalnurse.net list of thanks: ... Read More about Time to be Thankful
Even Minimal Exercise is Important
Even small amounts of regular physical activity can have big benefits for your patients, according to research recently published in the Lancet. That means correctional nurses should be encouraging physical activity for all inmate-patients, and especially those with chronic conditions such as ... Read More about Even Minimal Exercise is Important
FEATURED VIDEO: Maracopa County Jail Correctional Nursing
This is a great video describing jail health services. Maracopa is a large jail that serves the Phoenix, AZ community. You may remember that Sheriff Joe Arpario is in charge here. Information on their medical services from their website indicate the depth of health services provided. The Medical ... Read More about FEATURED VIDEO: Maracopa County Jail Correctional Nursing