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| May 3, 2012 |
Dear Colleague,
 Being a nurse today is one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs you can have. Being present during the most difficult and joyous times in a person's life is a privilege and we are fortunate to have the opportunity to be able to make a difference each and every day. For all you do, Lippincott's NursingCenter would like to say thank you. We know that providing the highest quality care to your patients is very important to you. Having access to the latest evidence and best practices is key so Lippincott's NursingCenter is providing you with unique offers during the entire Nurses Week, May 6th through May 12th. This is our thanks to you…for all you do.
Visit our National Nurses Week page each day from May 6th to May 12th for details on offers such as:
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- Free access to select Best Practice CE and JBI series CE
- Free access to content in Clinical Update: Skin Cancer
Have a great week!
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Anne Dabrow Woods, MSN, RN, CRNP, ANP-BC
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Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) is a rare neurologic disorder characterized by an acute increase in blood pressure, and by headaches, altered mental status, seizures, and visual loss. Early recognition of the signs and symptoms can prevent permanent neurologic disability. Take some time to read Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome: A Case Study.
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The aim of the study is to provide insight into the initial experience in practice. This study provides information about the challenges particular to these participants and general implications for improving nursing practice. Be sure to read RESEARCH CORNER: Newly Licensed Nurses: A Look at Their First 18 Months.
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Read the articles in the latest Featured Journal  online only on NursingCenter. The Featured Journal gives you the opportunity to get acquainted with the kind of coverage and clinical information it has to offer. Get to know our journals. The current Featured Journal is...
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The FDA has issued a new warning and contraindication concerning the concurrent use of the direct renin inhibitor aliskiren (including Tekturna, Tekturna HCT, Amturnide, Tekamlo, Valturna) with ACE inhibitors or ARBs in patients with diabetes or renal impairment. These drug combinations are contraindicated in patients with diabetes and should be avoided in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment (glomerular filtration rate of less than 60 mL/min).
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