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Physical Demands on Nursing: Situation Critical

A 2003 study found that the physical demands of nursing contributed to musculoskeletal disorders in the neck and shoulders, pointing to “awkward positions” as the biggest culprit.

“With the integration of technology, nurses are trying to navigate around a computer screen while connecting with patients on a personal level,” says David Trippany, a senior researcher with Steelcase. “They’re craning their necks or twisting awkwardly on a stool to make it happen—and doing so multiple times a day. It’s simple movements like these, again and again, that are likely to cause cumulative trauma.”

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Social Media and Healthcare at a Glance 

There’s a new debate in healthcare: What’s the benefit of being involved in social media? But perhaps the question should be: What’s the cost of not being involved?

Today, 625 million people worldwide stay connected via social media — about one in 131. Users include your patients, families, caregivers, and staff, many of whom are undoubtedly talking about you—both good and bad. Not having a pulse on what’s being said about your brand via social media is like sticking your head in the sand.

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