The CDC has declared March “Brain Injury Awareness Month”. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and its effects are common in the inmate population. Although an estimated 2% of the general population has sustained a TBI with continuing disability, a meta-analysis of studies in the inmate population indicates a prevalence of over 60% . This condition can be caused by assault, falls,…
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Recent research on correctional nursing in Montana, published in the Journal of Correctional Health Care has some interesting things to tell us about the unique issues of correctional nursing practice. This survey research aimed to shed light on the differences in the practice of correctional nurses compared to traditional nursing specialties as well as explore scope of practice boundaries. Study…
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As nurses, we can never have too many reminders to chart carefully. Correctional nurses should be on even higher alert. Thus, I would like to share some charting tips for correctional nurses. The litigious nature of our practice environment means we have high likelihood of having our documentation scrutinized due to a legal claim. Yet, the day in and day…
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