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J Selekman

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At least 19 recordsLinked to original sources
PubMed1996

Uses of and alternatives to restraints in pediatric settings.

Restraints are a common component of pediatric nursing practice that currently have no empirical base. This article provides background information concerning the use of restraints with the pediatric population, the impact these devices have on children, and the possible alternatives that have been identified. It is hoped that by providing acute care nurses with recommendations concerning changes in this area of practice, the care that children receive in the inpatient setting may be improved.

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PubMed1995

Difficulties in symptom recognition in infants.

The subject of symptom recognition in infants is just beginning to be explored in nursing literature; the process may be more difficult that it originally appears. Because symptoms are subjective and their identification is dependent on communication between the client and the nurse or caretaker, it becomes important to assist nurses, parents, and other health care providers in this process. This article discusses the impact of cues, developmental aspects, and inferences as they influence the identification of symptoms experienced by infants.

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PubMed1992

Jewish women and nursing: an overview of early history.

This paper seeks to fill a gap in nursing historiography by presenting an overview of the historical presence of Jewish women in nursing. The topic is viewed within the context of women's history and of nursing history. The authors identify several illustrious Jewish women whose contributions to nursing have earned them a place in the annals of the profession. It is hoped that this article will inspire studies about Jewish women in nursing today.

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PubMed1989

When the nurse knows and the patient does not: waiting for a diagnosis.

Nursing has always focused on caring for the total client and not merely treating the disease. Yet there has always been this small period of time to which we have not directed our attention. With the introduction of the nursing process to this period of waiting, we continue to approach holistic nursing.

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PubMed1989

Success in NCLEX-RN: identifying predictors and optimal timing for intervention.

This ex post facto study was designed to identify predictors of success in the NCLEX-RN and determine the optimal point in time for identifying students at risk. The convenience sample consisted of 407 graduates of an integrated, upper division, baccalaureate nursing program, 1984-1987. Prematriculation (total lower division GPA, science GPA, type of lower division College, age, and sex), junior year (three Nursing theory course grades) and pre graduation variables (three senior year nursing theory course grades and Mosby ASSESSTEST) were analyzed for predictive value. Nursing theory courses at the junior and senior year and the Mosby ASSESSTEST strongly correlated (p less than .0001) with NCLEX performance. Discriminant analysis enabled successful classification of 62% of the sample at prematriculation, 81% at the end of the junior year, and 86% at the end of the senior year. The study indicates that students at high risk can be identified at the end of the junior year so that enrichment and support programs can be introduced at that time.

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Understanding hearing loss in children.

At some point in their career, nurses will care for a child with a hearing loss. Understanding how to work best with these children necessitates an in-depth knowledge of how the hearing loss impacts both the child and family. Each component is interrelated. Knowing, for example, that the child has a profound sensorineural hearing loss tells the nurse much about the child's potential prognosis for improvement, use of amplification, communication style, and parental and family stress. While many variables impact on these basic features, they set the foundation for a deeper understanding and the formation of a stronger, trusting bond between the nurse and patient. As in all professional fields, issues related to deafness continue to change. There are new and improved forms of amplification as well as various effective communication methodologies. Most importantly, there is a change in attitude. The deaf do not view themselves as disabled. Instead they have a sense of pride in sharing a culture and a common language. Through this understanding, respect for one another can be achieved.

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Sex and sexuality for the adolescent with a chronic condition.

Sexuality and sexual identity are developmental milestones that occur throughout the life span with sexual maturation usually occurring during adolescence. Parents and health care providers must prepare children with chronic conditions for this important component of adulthood to which they are entitled.

Adolescent↗
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Pediatric rehabilitation: from concepts to practice.

The field of pediatric rehabilitation nursing is a relatively new one in which professionals have raised many pertinent questions. A theoretical basis and an organizing framework are needed in this specialty field in order to assure that we are providing comprehensive and holistic care.

Adolescent↗
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The guidelines for immunizations have changed ... again!

Once again, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Centers for Disease Control (1994) issued new guidelines for immunizations. Pediatric nurses should be aware of these new recommendations, summarized in this article.

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