Nursing Education Site
Anna Curran. RN, BSN, PHN 
Abdominal pain is one of the most common chief complaints bringing patients to emergency departments and primary care clinics. As nurses, our assessment skills and clinical judgment directly impact patient outcomes when dealing with this complex symptom. Whether you’re preparing for the NCLEX or caring for patients at the bedside, understanding abdominal pain nursing diagnoses … See Nursing Diagnoses
Acute pain is one of the most common nursing diagnoses encountered across all healthcare settings, from emergency departments to post-surgical units. As nurses, we’re often the first to recognize pain, the primary advocates for adequate pain relief, and the professionals who implement both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions around the clock. Understanding how to accurately assess, … See Nursing Diagnoses
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder affecting over 537 million adults globally, characterized by elevated blood glucose levels due to insufficient insulin production, ineffective insulin utilization, or both. As nurses, we encounter diabetes across virtually every clinical setting—from emergency departments managing diabetic ketoacidosis to home health supporting chronic disease management. Understanding how to assess, … See Nursing Diagnoses
The neonatal period—the first 28 days of life—represents one of the most vulnerable yet remarkable phases of human development. During this critical window, newborns undergo rapid physiological transformation as they adapt from the protected intrauterine environment to independent extrauterine life. As nurses, we play an essential role in supporting this transition through comprehensive assessment, early … See Nursing Diagnoses
The postpartum period begins immediately after delivery and extends through the first six to eight weeks following childbirth. This critical transition phase—often called the “fourth trimester”—involves significant physiological recovery, hormonal shifts, emotional adjustment, and the steep learning curve of caring for a newborn. As nurses, we see firsthand how comprehensive postpartum assessment and targeted nursing … See Nursing Diagnoses