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Imaginary Audience / Personal Fable - Just a Phase or More?

Imaginary Audience / Personal Fable - Just a Phase or More?

Tags: adolescents development disorder mental health

Presents the question: Is the imaginary audience/ personal fable stage of development a hypothetical concept, a normal stage of development, a mental disorder, or a precursor of mental health disorders that may come in early adulthood?

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Exploring Diverse Career Paths in Pharmacy: Opportunities Await for Aspiring Pharmacists

Exploring Diverse Career Paths in Pharmacy: Opportunities Await for Aspiring Pharmacists

Tags: pharmacists career medication pharmaceutical pharmacy profession

Becoming a pharmacist means embarking on a rewarding journey in a field that offers a plethora of career opportunities. Pharmacy is far more than dispensing medications - it’s a dynamic and diverse profession with countless paths you can explore. Whether you’re drawn to patient care, research, or the corporate world, there’s a place for you. Let’s dive into the different career opportunities available to pharmacists and how you can find your niche.

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The Role of Technology in Modern Nursing: Transforming Patient Care

The Role of Technology in Modern Nursing: Transforming Patient Care

Tags: care electronic health records nurses patient technology tools

The healthcare landscape is rapidly evolving, and technology plays a pivotal role in this transformation. For nurses, integrating technology into their practice has become essential in providing efficient, high-quality care. This article explores the role of technology in modern nursing, highlighting the benefits, challenges, and future trends in this dynamic field.

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The Importance of Networking in Nursing School

The Importance of Networking in Nursing School

Tags: career connections education networking Nurse Education nursing school professional

Embarking on the journey to become a nurse is both exciting and challenging. While academic excellence and clinical skills are crucial components of nursing education, there is another vital aspect that often doesn't get as much attention: networking. Building a robust professional network during nursing school can significantly enhance your career prospects and provide invaluable support throughout your nursing journey. This article delves into why networking is essential for aspiring nurses and how to effectively build and maintain your professional connections.

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“Staying Prayed Up”: A Poem

“Staying Prayed Up”: A Poem

Tags: COVID-19 faith hardship nursing students poem prayer spiritual well being

The basis of the poem originated from my dissertation titled: The Lived Experiences of Nursing Students Spiritual Well-Being During The COVID-19 Pandemic: A Phenomenological Research Study. The plethora of negative experiences was aggravated by experiences of social isolation arising from movement restrictions and social distancing requirements put in place as measures for containing the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The qualitative study aimed to examine the concept of the spiritual well-being of senior-level nursing students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Subsequently, the potential role of spiritual well-being in helping nursing students manage the stress associated with nursing school and coping during the pandemic. As the participants described religious practices being used as coping mechanisms the researcher was led to create the theme indicating a strong relationship with God thus, identified as a “Personal Relationship and Belief in God”. Mainly participants described spiritual well-being in the form of prayer, meditation, scripture, gospel music, apps of positive affirmation, and fasting. The descriptions of religious practices as coping mechanisms further provide insight into how spiritual well-being affects students’ ability to endure all of the hardships and survive during the COVID-19 pandemic. It seemed that no matter the circumstances that were endured the participant made a statement to confirm their faith. Many of the participants described their experience during the COVID-19 pandemic as relying heavily on prayer and staying “prayed up” to handle their experiences, therefore inspiring the poem “Staying Prayed Up”.

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Transitioning to Nursing: Making the Leap from One Career to Another

Transitioning to Nursing: Making the Leap from One Career to Another

Tags: career career guidance nursing profession professional rn transition transitioning

Switching careers can be a daunting but incredibly rewarding decision, especially when moving into the field of nursing. Whether you're coming from a completely different profession or a related field, the transition to nursing requires careful planning, dedication, and a passion for helping others. This article explores the challenges and rewards of leaving one career to pursue nursing and offers practical advice to help you navigate this significant change.

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Navigating Autoimmune Diseases: A Nurse's Personal and Professional Journey

Navigating Autoimmune Diseases: A Nurse's Personal and Professional Journey

Tags: autoimmune diseases disease health personal experience

This article highlights the importance of self-care for healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, and explores alternative career paths beyond bedside nursing. It is based on my personal journey with autoimmune diseases, including ankylosing spondylitis, Hashimoto's disease, and warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia. By sharing my story, I aim to educate on autoimmune diseases, encourage nurses to prioritize their health, and illustrate diverse nursing career opportunities.

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Finding the Right Nursing School: Aligning Your Values with Your Education

Finding the Right Nursing School: Aligning Your Values with Your Education

Tags: Nurse Education nursing education nursing school values

Choosing the right nursing school is one of the most crucial decisions aspiring nurses will make on their journey to an impactful career. While factors like accreditation, location, and cost are undoubtedly important, there's another critical aspect that often goes overlooked: alignment of values. This article explores why finding a nursing school that resonates with your personal and professional values is essential and how it can shape your future in healthcare.

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