A Cross-Sectional Study of the Characteristics Associated With Chronic Pain Documentation on the Problem List.

Chronic pain is often elusive because of its specific diagnosis and complex presentation, making it challenging for healthcare providers to develop safe and effective treatment plans. Experts recommend a multifaceted approach to managing chronic pain that requires interdisciplinary communication and coordination. Studies have found that patients with a complete problem list receive better follow-up care.

Innovation in Nursing Practice: A Scoping Review.

Conceptual clarity on nursing innovation is vital in educating and supporting innovative nurses. This analysis aimed to determine the state of innovation within nursing through a scoping review of the literature. Twenty-four articles were identified, and a constant comparison analysis discovered 3 components essential to the successful innovation: the innate characteristics of the nurse, teams, leader, workplace, and organization; the culture or environmental factors; and then the process components, which include the translation, assessment, outcome, and sustainability of an innovation.

Nurse, Parent, and Nurse Leader Perspective on Adoption of iPads for Pediatric Preoperative Anxiety Reduction.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the use of an iPad to facilitate distraction and reduce anxiety with preoperative pediatric patients.

Design: The authors conducted a descriptive case study in a Pre-Anesthesia Surgical Suite.

Methods: Nurses were trained on the use of the iPad, which came preloaded with games.

Interdisciplinary Optimization of Admission Documentation: Reducing the Bloat.

Moving toward the electronic health record increases the quality of information gathered. However, nurses argue that the electronic health record is an added burden. The aim of this study was to evaluate the removal of duplicative or unnecessary fields and reordering fields on the admission form to increase documentation that is meaningful to the patient story.

School-Based Telemedicine Interventions for Asthma: A Systematic Review.

Background: School health systems are increasingly investing in telemedicine platforms to address acute and chronic illnesses. Asthma, the most common chronic illness in childhood, is of particular interest given its high burden on school absenteeism.

Objective: Conduct a systematic review evaluating impact of school-based telemedicine programs on improving asthma-related outcomes.

Unmet Needs for Information and Support Among Military Caregivers.

Introduction: In the United States, there are 5.5 million military caregivers, defined as family members, friends, or other acquaintances who provide essential care and support to current or former military service members. This study describes the prevalence and predictors of unmet information and support needs in this unique group of caregivers.

Using Interactive Patient Engagement Technology in Clinical Practice: A Qualitative Assessment of Nurses' Perceptions.

Background: Research has shown patients who are more engaged in their care are likely to have better health outcomes and reduced health care costs. Health care organizations are now focusing their efforts in finding ways to improve patient engagement. At the forefront of this movement are patient engagement technology systems.