This topic is an actual presentation from a national conference conducted by Contemporary Forums and includes the streaming, synchronized audio with visual materials. CE Credit is optional. Contemporary Forums: Providing Quality, Accredited Continuing Education to Thousands of Healthcare Professionals For More Than 25 Years and Now Offering both Live Conferences and Online Conference Content Via the Online CE Library.

This topic is an actual presentation from a national conference conducted by Contemporary Forums and includes the streaming, synchronized audio with visual materials. CE Credit is optional. Contemporary Forums: Providing Quality, Accredited Continuing Education to Thousands of Healthcare Professionals For More Than 25 Years and Now Offering both Live Conferences and Online Conference Content Via the Online CE Library.

This topic is an actual presentation from a national conference conducted by Contemporary Forums and includes the streaming, synchronized audio with visual materials. CE Credit is optional. Contemporary Forums: Providing Quality, Accredited Continuing Education to Thousands of Healthcare Professionals For More Than 25 Years and Now Offering both Live Conferences and Online Conference Content Via the Online CE Library.

This topic is an actual presentation from a national conference conducted by Contemporary Forums and includes the streaming, synchronized audio with visual materials. CE Credit is optional. Contemporary Forums: Providing Quality, Accredited Continuing Education to Thousands of Healthcare Professionals For More Than 25 Years and Now Offering both Live Conferences and Online Conference Content Via the Online CE Library.

Ephedra is a naturally occurring substance that comes from botanicals. The principal active ingredient ephedrine is an amphetamine-like compound that can powerfully stimulate the nervous system and heart. In recent years, ephedra products have been marketed as dietary supplements to promote weight loss, increase energy, and enhance athletic performance. After a careful review of the available evidence about the risks and ...

What It Is Used For Urinary symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate gland Chronic pelvic pain Bladder disorders Decreased sex drive Hair loss Hormone imbalances [photo:54506] Who Should Not Use It Pregnant Women Children Side Effects and Cautions Stomach discomfort. Some men have reported side effects such as tender breasts and a decline in sexual desire What the Science Says Several ...

What It Is Used For Eczema (a condition in which the skin becomes inflamed, itchy, or scaly because of allergies or other irritation). Inflammation Rheumatoid arthritis. Menstrual & menopausal symptoms [photo:54494] Who Should Not Use It Pregnant women Epileptics Schizophrenics Side Effects and Cautions Stomach upset Meadache May lower seizure threshold What the Science Says Evening primrose oil may have modest ...

What It Is Used For Anxiety Insomnia Menopausal symptoms Fatigue Asthma Urinary tract infections [photo:54390] Who should not use it Pregnant & nursing women People being treated for depression People with Parkinson's disease People with liver problems People with high blood pressure Side Effects Liver damage, including hepatitis and liver failure Dystonia (abnormal muscle spasm or involuntary muscle movements) Hypertension Scaly, ...

What It Is Used For Depression Anxiety Sleep disorders Malaria Nerve pain Sedative [photo:54383] Who should not use it Pregnant and Lactating Women Severely Depressed Patients Individuals already taking antidepressants Oral Contraceptives Preoperative or Postoperative Patients Epileptics Anemics Patients with HIV Transplant Patients Side Effects Increased sensitivity to sunlight Anxiety Dry mouth Dizziness Gastrointestinal symptoms Fatigue Headache Sexual dysfunction Interferes with ...

What It Is Used For Colds, flu, and other infections. Stimulating the immune system Infections Wounds and skin problems, such as acne or boils [photo:54380] Who should not use it Pregnant women Patients with autoimmune disorders Patients with tuburculosis Young children Side Effects Incresed side effects if taken beyond 8 weeks Stomach problems Allergic reactions, including rashes, asthma, and anaphylaxis (a ...

What It Is Used For Increasing Immune System Recovering from illness Increasing energy & stamina Improving mental & physical performance Erectile dysfunction Hepatitis C Menopausal symptoms Lowering blood sugar Controlling blood pressure [photo:54367] Who should Not Take it Diabetics Patients with Hypertension Patients taking opiates for pain relief Pregnant Women Side Effects Headaches Sleep problems Gastrointestinal problems Allergic reactions Breast tenderness, ...

What It Is Used For Asthma Bronchitis Fatigue Tinnitus (ringing or roaring sounds in the ears) Memory improvement Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia Sexual dysfunction Multiple sclerosis [photo:54361] Patient Should Not Use it if Taking blood thinning drugs Diagnosed with bleeding disorders Scheduled for surgery Side Effects and Cautions Headache Nausea Diarrhea Dizziness Allergic skin reactions Increase bleeding risk ...

What It Is Used For Rheumatism (arthritis and muscle pain) Menopausal symptoms Menstrual irregularities and premenstrual syndrome Labor induction [photo:54364] Who Should Not Use it Pregnant Women Children Side Effects Headaches and stomach discomfort Heaviness in the legs Weight problems Interactions & Cautions No interactions have been reported between black cohosh and prescription medicines. It is not clear if black cohosh ...

Many herbs have a long history of use and of claimed health benefits and supplement sales are soaring in the US and abroad. However herbs are not controlled substances and many can interact with drugs and can cause health problems. It more important than ever for nurses to know the basics about popular herbs in order to protect patients from misinformation ...

Homeopathy, Chinese medicine, acupuncture; there are now more terms used to describe approaches to health care that are outside the realm of conventional medicine than your average nurse can keep track of. However, it is becoming increasingly important for nurses to familiarize themselves with these terms since patients frequently use alternative healing methods in conjunction with their western therapies. This fact ...

These FAQs are intended to answer some of the most common questions we receive here at NursingLink asking how to begin a career as a nurse. We encourage anyone interested in a nursing career to begin their journey using out comprehensive guides. These guides cover everything you need to know in order to start a fulfilling career as a nurse: *10 ...

Just because your patients are in the hospital and not in a classroom doesn't mean they don't want to enjoy Valentine's. Use these fun activities in your pediatric unit to bring a smile to their faces and warmth to their hearts. All activities are meant to limit too much physical activity for acutely ill patients and also leave out any food ...

Ages 9-11 Patients can create a bouquet of flowers for their loved ones for valentines day. h4. Materials 1. Colored tissue paper 2. Pipe cleaners 3. Scissors h4. Directions 1. Instruct kids to select 1, 2, or 3 colors and to stack about 10 pieces of tissue paper in those colors. Have them cut the stack into a "dog bone" shape ...

Caution: Not recommended to use with children with irregular heart conditions, as they may be physically and emotionally sensitive to the exercise and its results. Otherwise, it is a perfect way to explain heart health to children. Just in Time for Valentine's Day - Have a Healthy Heart: Ages 9 - 15 Overview: This lesson on the heart is taken from ...

Young patients will respond to music through singing, moving, playing instruments, and improvisation while integrating math curriculum and Valentine's Day. Learning outcomes Patients will clap rhythm patterns notated on board then make up their own on percussion instruments. They will also be asked to answer addition and subtraction problems. *_Time required for activity: 35 minutes_* h4. Materials/resources set of 25 numbered ...