A nurse seeks advice about owning up to a mistake for the safety of the patient.

This article describes what forensic evidence is and provides recommendations for handling it to maintain integrity.

Take a look at what was happening in surgery before the year 1800.

Nurses speak up for so many that sometimes they forget to speak up for themselves.

One way to increase the feeling of purpose is to find your ikigai, or your why.

Learn about important components of ACDF, such as patient assessment, positioning, surgical prep, needed supplies, and more.

The surgeon will choose suture needles based on the procedure type, location of the surgical incision, and tissue type.

Test your knowledge about venous thromboembolism with this crossword puzzle.

The perseverance and commitment to duty of the Black Angels highlights them as trailblazers that paved the way for African American nurses and leaders.

To help you navigate your first Expo with confidence, one nurse put together a top 20 list of things to remember as you plan your trip and as you make your way through this exciting perioperative event.

Nurses are familiar with Florence Nightingale, but how many are familiar with the Black nurses who helped cure tuberculosis in New York City in the 1930s?

The type and size of suture used for a procedure are based on numerous factors, such as wound location and size, desired strength, and type of repair.

Self-care is an essential, but often neglected, element of the transition to perioperative practice.

It is important for preceptors to develop strong communication skills that facilitate novice nurse development.

Mary Seacole is truly a role model for patient advocacy whom we can channel in our times of need.

One nurse describes how she identified bioburden on an instrument and spoke up for patient safety.

Showing your orientees how to find the answer and troubleshoot, assert themselves, and interact effectively with a team is 90% of the battle of being successful in the OR.

A nurse seeks advice about a preceptor who seems to contradict himself.

Nurses should feel empowered, use their voice, and always establish a safe zone with their team.

A message of support and advice for novice perioperative nurses.