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SWAT RNs: Supporting Bedside Leaders with Clinical Judgment

Minority Nurse

History and Assessment Mr. Salzo’s medical history is significant for childhood asthma and hypertension. The nurse in the Medical-Surgical Unit suspects worsening respiratory distress, noticing that Mr. Salzo has become increasingly anxious and is moving about restlessly in bed during the admission assessment.

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Where Do Medical Assistants Work? Exploring Diverse Opportunities in Healthcare

Southern Careers Institute

Physician’s Offices Physician’s offices are often the first place that comes to mind when thinking about where medical assistants work. In these settings, medical assistants serve as the right hand of healthcare providers. They also assist with minor surgical procedures, administer medications, and manage medical records.

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RETAIL PHARMACY VS INSTITUTIONAL PHARMACY

CareerStep

Job duties of an institutional pharmacy technician Some job duties unique to a hospital pharmacy technician include: Filling medication orders (as opposed to prescriptions) Routinely preparing 24–72 hour supplies of patient medications in a form appropriate for a single administration to a patient (as opposed to a 30 or 90 day supply) Prepackaging (..)

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The Young, Female Patient: Sexism, Treatment inequalities, and a Breakdown in Trust

Setting Sights

For those eight weeks, I witnessed more patients slip away right beside me than I’ve ever seen in all my admissions collectively – lying next to a stale blue curtain that was closed around a still body was an uncomfortable thought and presence. The year-long hospital admission following numerous abdominal surgeries was hard.