Tag: Disturbed Sleep Pattern

A recent study with significant implications for nursing care found that even minor sleep deprivation can increase pain sensitivity and cause a drop in the neurotransmitters that relieve pain. 

Insomnia: A disruption in amount and quality of sleep that impairs functioning.

Nursing management of menopause is symptomatic. Estrogen replacement therapy is the most advantageous treatment for symptoms, but it's not suitable for all patients as it has some adverse effects and risks. Here are six (6) nursing care plans (NCP) for menopause.

Nurses play a key role in the recognition of dementia among hospitalized elderly, with that here are 13 nursing care plans for Alzheimer's Disease.

This is an NCLEX style questionnaire about the concept of Sleep. These include latest management guidelines and recommendations, and strategies nurses can use to help patients, colleagues, and themselves. So, wake up and increase your ability to focus with this 30-item exam!

Here are 10 nursing care plans for fecal diversions: colostomy and ileostomy nursing care plans.