Ease the Way - Gebauer Patient Comfort Blog

Patient Comfort Is Trauma-Informed Care

By: Morgan O'Leary | On: May 31, 2023

Time has always been a precious resource in the healthcare industry. With staffing shortages and waves of COVID and other illnesses, time seems to be at even more of a premium. When pediatricians and pediatric nurses speed through appointments, patients’ fears may increase, their cooperation may be impaired, and they may even experience more discomfort. It is critical to note that patient comfort is not a frill or superfluous; rather, it is a known factor that can help or hinder medical outcomes. Having a child life specialist on board can add extra support to both the child, child’s family, and medical team to ensure that patient trust and comfort, critical components of trauma-informed care, remain at the forefront.

5 Strategies to Prevent Healthcare-Associated Infections in Hospitals and Private Practices

By: Sue Zagula | On: April 6, 2023

During the beginning of the COVID pandemic, when hospitals were overwhelmed and personal protective equipment was in short supply, healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) significantly increased after declining for years. Now, as more people succumb to “pandemic fatigue,” many have seemingly become less cautious about getting sick and are abandoning preventative behaviors, such as wearing masks and social distancing. Hospitals are beginning to fill up again as the flu, COVID, RSV, and other infectious diseases spread. Now is a good time for hospitals and private practices to review infection prevention strategies and be prepared for whatever the future may bring. Here are five strategies to get you started:

What is a Nurse and How is the Definition Evolving?

By: Sue Zagula | On: March 15, 2022

We often hear nurses described as dedicated, empathetic, trustworthy, and even heroic — especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. But while there are plenty of adjectives we can attribute to these life-saving professionals, the job often seems too complex and dynamic to capture in one, easy-to-read definition.

Ethics in Nursing: Making the Right Choice in Challenging Situations

By: Sue Zagula | On: February 24, 2022

For nearly two decades, nurses have ranked No. 1 in Gallup’s annual poll of the most honest and ethical professions, surpassing doctors, grade-school teachers, and even clergy. And, as the pandemic continues on, public perception of nurses has only improved.

4 Pros and Cons to Travel Nursing

By: Sue Zagula | On: January 27, 2022

Travel nursing is an essential component of nearly every healthcare system. When there’s a shortage of nurses within a region or facility, these adventurous healthcare pros step in to fill the gap and ensure patients get the care they need.