I have come across many nurses who have been frustrated in dealing with physicians. Many times I get the sense that these nurses are...

For example a patient may have been bedridden with little activity. This patient would be more vulnerable to physical de-conditioning. If...

When I was a child, my parents introduced me to the concept of “good manners.” These behaviors were a sort of code of conduct that...

Throughout my life I have seen many people get into disagreements. Sometimes these have been physical altercations and other times heated...

“What’s the patient’s name?” I said. “I knew you would ask that question!” I had been called about a new admission, and as I held the...

One day I went to work ready to start a night shift. I was prepared to take on any challenge, and I was ready to provide excellent care....