{"title":"Recover From Chronic Workplace Stress to Reclaim Your Purpose and Your Passion: A Review of The Burnout Solution by Sharon Grossman, PhD","authors":"Michele Mekel JD, MHA, MBA","doi":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.12.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.12.002","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39798,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Radiology Nursing","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101354"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146038747","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Developing a Multidisciplinary Ketamine Sedation Program in Interventional Radiology: Implementation, Outcomes, and Lessons Learned","authors":"Maanasa Bommineni BS , Caitlin Jackfert BSN, RN , Tina Stamper MSN, RN, NI-BC, NE-BC, CPHQ , Amy R. Deipolyi MD, PhD, FSIR","doi":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.11.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.11.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>As interventional radiology (IR) expands its procedural offerings, the need for timely and effective sedation has grown. For decades, light and moderate sedation with an opiate and a benzodiazepine has been the customary practice in IR programs. These regimens are often inadequate to provide adequate sedation and can cause respiratory adverse events. Reliance on anesthesia services for challenging cases can cause delays in care and workflow inefficiencies, particularly in institutions with limited anesthesiology resources. In response to these factors, our institution developed a nurse-supported ketamine sedation program tailored specifically for IR procedures, with a goal to provide deeper sedation more safely without requiring anesthesiology resources. The protocol-driven model emphasized patient safety, team coordination, and staff competency. Since implementation, the program has improved scheduling flexibility, reduced patient wait times, and enhanced the overall procedural experience without compromising safety. This article provides a practical blueprint for institutions seeking to establish ketamine sedation utilization within IR through a team-based approach empowering nursing staff while ensuring high standards of care.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":39798,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Radiology Nursing","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101349"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147448657","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Rick Bassett MSN, RN, APRN, ACNS-BC, CCRN, FCNS, LSSGB, Kelsey Cooper MSN, APRN, CNS-BC, Anthony Thompson BSN, RN
{"title":"The Role of Clinical Nurse Specialists in Enhancing Patient Care and Efficiency in Interventional Radiology and Medical Imaging","authors":"Rick Bassett MSN, RN, APRN, ACNS-BC, CCRN, FCNS, LSSGB, Kelsey Cooper MSN, APRN, CNS-BC, Anthony Thompson BSN, RN","doi":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.101359","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.101359","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Clinical nurse specialists (CNSs) have demonstrated significant impact on health-care organizations through collaborative leadership initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes, optimize workflows, and improve safety while reducing costs. While medical imaging departments represent complex, specialized environments providing services ranging from basic diagnostics to advanced procedures, the integration of CNS expertise within these settings remains underutilized. Although CNS roles are well-established in inpatient, perioperative, and emergency settings, there is a critical need for increased CNS presence in medical imaging departments. This paper examines how the synthesis of medical imaging complexity and CNS expertise can enhance patient outcomes, departmental efficiency, and interdepartmental collaboration. By leveraging specialized knowledge and leadership skills, medical imaging CNS professionals are uniquely positioned to drive necessary change, streamline workflows, and achieve superior patient care delivery in diagnostic and interventional settings.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":39798,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Radiology Nursing","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101359"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146173286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kathleen A. Gross MSN, BS, RN, MEDSURG-BC, CRN, FAARIN
{"title":"Keeping Up With Change","authors":"Kathleen A. Gross MSN, BS, RN, MEDSURG-BC, CRN, FAARIN","doi":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2026.101364","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2026.101364","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39798,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Radiology Nursing","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101364"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146188681","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Intracavitary MRI: From the Operating Room to the MRI Scanner","authors":"Lorie Reilly MSN, CRNP, CPNP-AC, FAARIN","doi":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.12.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.12.003","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39798,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Radiology Nursing","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101355"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145898043","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Geriatric Polypharmacy in Radiology Nursing: A Call to Action","authors":"Rachel Okah DNP, RN, CNS, PHN, PCCN, CPPS, CCM","doi":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.101363","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.101363","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Geriatric polypharmacy, the concurrent use of multiple medications in older adults poses significant risks in radiologic settings, where contrast agents, sedation protocols, and procedural preparation intersect with complex pharmacologic profiles. This manuscript explores the clinical implications of polypharmacy in radiology nursing, emphasizing the role of nurses in identifying potentially inappropriate medications, preventing adverse drug events, and promoting a safer imaging experience for geriatric patients. Drawing on recent literature and clinical practice guidelines, the paper highlights evidence-based tools such as the American Geriatrics Society Beers Criteria, the Screening Tool of Older Persons' Prescriptions (STOPP), and the Screening Tool to Alert to Right Treatment (START) protocols and presents a Clinical Nurse Specialist-led deprescribing model tailored for acute care environments. Case examples illustrate how radiology nurses can intervene during preprocedure screening, medication reconciliation, and interdisciplinary communication. The manuscript also outlines practical recommendations for radiology departments, including staff education, policy development, and patient-centered strategies to reduce medication-related harm. Unique radiology-specific considerations such as contrast media interactions, sedation risks, and nuclear medicine procedures are highlighted to underscore the specialty's distinct challenges. As the aging population grows and imaging demands increase, radiology nurses must be equipped to navigate the complexities of geriatric pharmacology. This paper calls for expanded nursing leadership in medication safety and advocates for scalable interventions that embed polypharmacy awareness into radiologic workflows. By elevating the role of radiology nurses in geriatric care, we can improve outcomes, reduce risks, and advance the quality of imaging services for older adults.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":39798,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Radiology Nursing","volume":"45 ","pages":"Article 101363"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146090651","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Nurse-Led, BEFAST-Based Training for Police Officers to Improve Prehospital Stroke Versus Stroke Mimic Identification: A Pilot Feasibility Study","authors":"Nicole C. Goff MSN, RN, Kimberly Schwenk MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Holly Sims PhD, RN, Paul Singh MD, MPH, FAHA, Ariel Woodward MBA, BSN, RN, SCRN","doi":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.08.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jradnu.2025.08.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death worldwide, with rapid recognition and intervention being critical to improving patient outcomes. However, stroke diagnosis is often complicated by the presence of stroke to mimic conditions such as seizures, hypoglycemia, migraines, and intoxication that can present similar symptoms. These diagnostic challenges can result in delayed treatment, mismanagement, and increased morbidity and mortality.</div></div><div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>This educational initiative aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a nurse-led initiative designed to train police officers, often the first responders in emergency situations, to accurately identify strokes promptly. The goal was to improve early stroke symptom identification, reduce misdiagnosis, and expedite medical intervention. This educational initiative employed theoretical frameworks, including the Health Belief Model to examine behavioral changes in stroke symptom recognition and the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, and Sustainment model to evaluate the training program’s effectiveness and long-term feasibility.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>The training program incorporated an evidence-based tool, including the BEFAST (Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time) mnemonic, which highlights key stroke symptoms, and reference magnets as visual aids for reinforcement. Police officers participated in interactive workshops led by trained nurses, focusing on symptom recognition and the importance of a rapid emergency response.</div></div><div><h3>Findings</h3><div>Post-training evaluations showed significant improvements in stroke recognition accuracy among police officers, particularly in identifying stroke signs and symptoms outlined in the BEFAST mnemonic. Officers reported increased confidence in their ability to assess potential stroke victims and initiate appropriate emergency protocols. The findings suggest that targeted education programs for law enforcement personnel can play a crucial role in improving prehospital stroke detection, leading to faster medical intervention and potentially better patient outcomes.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>This educational initiative underscores the need for interdisciplinary collaboration between health-care professionals and first responders to optimize emergency medical care. Future research should explore the scalability of such training programs across larger populations and assess their impact on long-term patient outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":39798,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Radiology Nursing","volume":"44 4","pages":"Pages 352-358"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145719089","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}