Congenital Hydrocephalus Congenital hydrocephalus is a relatively rare condition where a newborn child has an excess of fluid around the brain. Specifically, doctors will diagnose hydrocephalus when there is a buildup of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain cavity. Newborns with this condition require specialized treatment and care to minimize the risk of brain damage and other… Read More
Gastroschisis in Babies Gastroschisis is a relatively rare birth defect that develops in babies while still in the womb. This condition causes the intestines to be outside of the body. Although gastroschisis is often treatable through surgery, it also comes with special care needs for the baby. By learning more about this condition, parents with babies who have… Read More
Pediatric Achondroplasia (Dwarfism) Pediatric achondroplasia, formerly known as dwarfism, is a rare genetic disorder that affects the bones. It is an autosomal dominant disease — which means that only one abnormal gene inherited from a single parent can lead to the condition. The term pediatric achondroplasia refers to this condition being present in children. When achondroplasia develops, it results in… Read More
Caring for a Child with Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a very common virus that causes infection in the lungs and upper respiratory tract. In most people, particularly older children and adults, the symptoms are mild and require minimal treatment. RSV can cause far more severe symptoms in others, including younger children, older people, and those with a compromised immune… Read More
Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) Finding out your child is diagnosed with any medical condition is disheartening. You have to deal with shock, disbelief, and anger. You then have to familiarize yourself with what it all means — and how it will affect the life of your baby and family. Things can feel even more frightening if the ailment is… Read More
Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Newborns While the typical timeline for a baby to be born is around nine months, some children are born early — or prematurely. Some premature babies are born perfectly healthy, but others may have some issues at birth. That’s because being born prematurely can restrict their ability to fully develop in the womb. This is what happens when… Read More
5 Tips for Dealing with Doctor Disagreements in the Workplace When you join a team, there is a mutual understanding that you’re all working towards the same goal. That’s why, if you work as a nurse, it can be challenging when there’s a disagreement with a doctor. You both want what is best for your client, yet you can’t seem to find a middle ground… Read More
When Nursing is in the Family For LPN Kathy Reynold, nursing isn’t just an occupation. It’s become a part of her family. Her mother was a nurse, so when she was looking to change careers, becoming a phlebotomist felt like a natural step. But, it wasn’t too long before Kathy found her calling in home health care. Today, she works as… Read More
How to Build Rapport With Clients Building connections with your clients isn’t always automatic. Sometimes, a client in pain is a little more reserved, moody, or outspoken. And, while it may feel like you’ll never make a connection with a difficult client, it’s not impossible. It may just take a little more effort or time. So, what can you do to make… Read More
How to Deal With Difficult Clients As a nurse, you’re used to dealing with all sorts of different personalities — from doctors and family members to your clients. While most of these personalities don’t impact your day-to-day, a difficult client can make coming into work a drag. On the one hand, it’s easy to understand how someone dealing with a myriad… Read More
