I was recently asked to validate that I was a “guest” in the correctional facility, and as such, no matter what, security had the final say in nursing practice. I did not agree. The integration of healthcare and security is vitally important to the provision of healthcare in correctional facilities, but there must be policies and procedures (and common practices)…
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Five Tips for Your Personal Safety
The assault and deaths of an Anamosa State Penitentiary Correctional Nurse and Correctional Officer underscore the importance of continual vigilance of personal safety by correctional nurses. The nursing profession, as a whole, is at a high risk for workplace violence and reports of patient violence in emergency rooms, mental health facilities and geriatric settings are on the rise. A survey by…
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Correctional Nurse Clinical Update: Nursing Interventions for the Patient with Nausea and Vomiting
[**These are nursing interventions researched and chosen based upon current best practices. If your facility has Nursing Guidelines/Protocols approved by your Medical Director for nausea and vomiting that differ, then It is important to follow your facility’s guidelines/protocols.] Initial care for the patient complaining of nausea/ vomiting: Obtain Vital signs, including orthostatic measures as indicated by patient complaint and condition. Monitor for signs of fluid loss. Early…
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