{"title":"Creating a professional presentation. A template of success.","authors":"J Garity","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Successful individuals speak and write effectively. Effective speakers know their subject, convey a message, and understand their audience. Guidelines to enhance speaking skills, identify adult learner/learning style strategies, and use audiovisual aids more successfully in presentations are presented. The professional career benefits of presentations are discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 2","pages":"81-6"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21284928","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":"Establishing and maintaining competency.","authors":"J Rudzik","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The recruitment and hiring processes are crucial to quality assurance and cost containment in home healthcare. Competency-based orientation programs designed to provide outcome-focused orientation for the intravenous nurse who is new to homecare will benefit both the new employee and the homecare agency. Development of such a program is discussed, and consideration is given to program design, program evaluation, and ongoing employee education. Sample employee and program assessment tools are provided.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 2","pages":"69-73"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21284350","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 an interactive intravenous education and training program.","authors":"L C Hadaway","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Intravenous therapy knowledge, skills, and attitudes of nurses within a healthcare organization vary greatly. Primary nursing education programs, responsibility for i.v. therapy in previous jobs, patient populations, types of therapies provided, and clinical setting are just a few of the factors contributing to these variations. However, administrators usually expect all nurses to function in all areas of clinical practice. The gap between actual and expected knowledge and skills can be extremely wide, especially in i.v. therapy. Interactive multimedia i.v. education products provide a way to narrow that gap in a quick and cost-effective manner when appropriate planning processes are used to incorporate them into an educational program.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 2","pages":"87-93"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21284924","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":"Marketing your expertise.","authors":"L M Czaplewski","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Marketing an existing or new venture is a vital part of business. For the nurse entrepreneur, marketing involves applying previously learned skills to new situations. The methods used to market a service may mean the difference between success and failure. Unfortunately many entrepreneurs think that because they have a great idea, clients will beat a path to their door. Marketing requires planning, creativity, time, and money. It is an ongoing process that must be evaluated regularly. When marketing achieves results, clients commit to using the entrepreneur's services and profits are realized. Basic marketing concepts are considered, and strategies for developing a workable marketing plan are presented.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 2","pages":"75-80"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21284923","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":"Positive outcome after looped peripherally inserted central catheter malposition. A case study.","authors":"N Banks","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Tip malposition of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) is a frequently encountered problem. Invasive and noninvasive techniques for resolution of malpositions described in the literature are reviewed. A positive outcome using non-invasive techniques after a looped malposition in the axillary vein is discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 1","pages":"14-8"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21204558","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":"Professional development.","authors":"Anita Lobo, Mary K. Ebert, Gisela Burfict","doi":"10.4324/9781315854878","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315854878","url":null,"abstract":"In 2011, the DPS began a pilot program to help parents of small children attend the DPS meeting. After surveying the DPS membership (see 2011 Childcare Survey spreadsheet [1]), it was clear that the economic burden of child, elder, and disabled dependent care affects a small fraction of our membership, but the impact is so great that it can often prevent attendance at meetings, especially for early career scientists or those with limited funding. Therefore, members may apply to subsidize dependent care services during the DPS conference week, for use either at the DPS meeting location or at home.","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"11 1","pages":"63"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"78350287","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":"Clinical factors associated with the development of phlebitis after insertion of a peripherally inserted central catheter.","authors":"J R Mazzola, D Schott-Baer, L Addy","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A descriptive comparison study was conducted to determine if there were any coagulation, immune, nutritional, or insertion-related differences between 64 adult hospitalized clients who experienced phlebitis after insertion of a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) compared with a matched group of 64 adult hospitalized clients who did not develop phlebitis. Factors that significantly decreased the development of phlebitis in this study included smaller catheter gauge, placement in the basilic vein, tip location in the superior vena cava, no manipulation or movement at the exit site, and higher platelet levels.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 1","pages":"36-42"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21204562","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":"Patient education. Understanding the process to maximize time and outcomes.","authors":"L D Phillips","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The role of teacher is inherent to the profession of nursing. According to the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the goal of patient and family education is to improve patient health outcomes by promoting healthy behavior and involving the patient in care and care decisions. Infusion therapy encompasses a variety of therapies, equipment, and techniques that often must be taught to the patient or provider of care. Education involves assessment, goals, allocation of resources, maximizing patients self-care skills, enhancing patient participation in continuing care, and promoting interactive communication between patients and providers. This article focuses on tools for better assessments, fine tuning goal setting, creative teaching strategies, and four levels of evaluation that lead to positive patient outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 1","pages":"19-35"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21204560","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":"Clinical and ethical considerations of fluid and electrolyte management in the terminally ill client.","authors":"T A Welk","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Modern medicine has at its disposal a vast array of technology to provide support for basic human functions that have been compromised by trauma or disease. These are frequently referred to as life-support interventions, without which life could not be sustained beyond either an immediate or relatively short period of time. This includes support for basic physiologic activities such as respiration, circulation, kidney function, and food and fluid needs. Among the many medical interventions available to circumvent life-threatening situations that jeopardize these basic functions, artificial nutrition/hydration poses the greatest challenges. Various factors must be considered and weighed in coming to a decision about the appropriateness or inappropriateness of using the technology available to provide nutrition and hydration. These factors include clinical, ethical, legal and emotional considerations.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 1","pages":"43-7"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21204564","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":"Reuse of single-use equipment. The intravenous nurse specialist's role in institutional policy development.","authors":"M W Tan","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The controversial issues and numerous regulatory, ethical, financial, and liability risks that must be considered when a healthcare organization evaluates implementation of a program to reuse single-use equipment are discussed. A role for the well-informed intravenous nurse specialist in institutional policy development regarding reuse of infusion equipment is suggested. Numerous resources on this topic are referenced.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"22 1","pages":"11-3"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1999-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"21204556","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}