International Nurses Association

Restless leg syndrome , also known as RLS is a neurological disorder.   It can create throbbing, pulling, creeping or other sensations in the legs.   There is an overwhelming and an uncontrollable urge to move continuously. This is most often at night, however many patients report symptoms in early afternoon.   The symptoms range from mild to severe, and severe cases can be very uncomfortable.   The constant moving and urge to move can physically and emotionally drain a person.   As you try to fall asleep, you are awakened by the need to move the legs, it is a sure way to disrupt sleep patterns. It is presumed when you try to lay down, or even sit down to relax, it triggers the RLS, and the uncomfortable feelings begin.   People that suffer from RLS, and are not treated can suffer from impaired memory, or an inability to accomplish a daily task.   It can also make traveling difficult and can create depression.     Approximately 10...

Caring for patients that have undergone surgery for skin cancer is becoming more common.   Skin cancer has been on the rise for the last 15 years.   According to doctors, this could be a result of societal pressure, and the pressures put on younger people to look a certain way. The group that is seeing a significant increase in skin cancer cases is in young women ages 20-30.   Related:   Working at the CDC (Center for Disease Control) An Example of a Patient With Skin Cancer This is not based on a factual person. Ashely is a 27 year old female that considered herself to be the picture of health.   She played sports, and practiced cheerleading, was prom queen at her high school, the list goes on.   Ashley wanted to be a fashion designer, and attended college to pursue her interest.   Ashley also wanted to model, and over the years had done a few commercials since her early teens.   Something else Ashley did since her early teens w...

At some point you will be asked about Medicare, what is covered, what is not. As a nurse, you may not have to know the details of Medicare, but it can prove to be beneficial. If a patient has been instructed to undergo a test or procedure, they may question you as their nurse, asking about Medicare paying for the test.   It helps to have some information regarding this complex and controversial program. Medicare Basics Medicare is a government program designed to help cover some medical costs for older Americans.   It covers more than senior citizens in certain exceptions, for instance, if an individual is legally considered disabled, they will at some point be eligible for Medicare.   The cost of Medicare is just over $100 a month, and in certain situations that cost may be offset by a state's low income program.   Related:   What does an RN Do? Advocating for Patients Hospitals differ on how they handle obtaining authorization for patients to...