April 2017 Briefing – Nursing
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Nursing for April 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
Cold Application Decreases Fibromyalgia Pain
10-minute cold application on the trapezius muscle tied to significant decrease in pain score
Screen Size, Shape Affect User Perception of Smartwatches
Large screens are more effective for promoting hedonic and pragmatic qualities of smartwatches
Teleconcussion Assessments Are Feasible for Football Players
High level of agreement between remote and face-to-face providers with regard to examination findings
Simulation Ups Parent Confidence for NICU Discharge
Simulation experience was highly rated; parents reported feeling more prepared after the simulation
CDC: United States Still Faces Too Many Repeat Teen Births
Too few teens use the most-effective birth control after having a first baby
Decreased Cortical Thickness Seen in Type 2 Diabetes
Excess weight appears to amplify the threat, researchers say
Prevalence of Bullying Down in U.S. Schools
Abuse rates dropped about 2 percent a year over a decade, survey finds
‘Choosing Wisely’ Linked to Small Drop in Back Pain Imaging
At 2.5 years after start of the campaign, there was a 4 percent relative reduction in low-value imaging
Common Antibiotics May Increase Risk of Miscarriage
Certain medications seem safer than others, but overall danger is low, researchers say
