William Kabutu

When we think of the skills that make a nurse a nurse, writing is not the first one that may come to mind. PICC lines, wound care, ventilators, IVs, and physical assessment are the kinds of things we think of, but the power of the pen, as it were, is definitely not in the running (except, of course, for basic nursing documentation). However, I'll posit that writing is a skill that can serve your nursing career in both mundane and powerful ways throughout the years. What's your level of skill as a writer, and do you want to improve?   Career Development 101 In terms of career development and management, being able to articulate your skills, professionalism, knowledge, and expertise in written form is crucial. From writing resumes and cover letters to penning essays for your MSN, DNP, or PhD program, being able to express who you are and what makes you tick is a valuable asset. Throughout your nursing career, hiring a career coach or resume writer is always a viab...

  Ask anyone who has ever used exercise to make a drastic change to their life and they will likely tell you that consistency is the foundation to long-term success. Yes, we all know that behaviors like regular physical activity and proper nutrition are an essential component of long-term health , but in the hustle and bustle of modern life it can be difficult to make the necessary changes to adopt new lifestyle habits. When it comes to exercise, focusing on the positive aspects of changing a behavior can make it a more pleasurable experience. The brain rewards pleasurable experiences by increasing levels of the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin. Learning how to enjoy the process of exercise could elevate levels of these transmitters so that exercise becomes a positive and rewarding experience. The result is that the more you exercise, the better you will feel, which could lead to long-term behavior change and a healthier life. Use the following six st...

All of us are keen on being fit. Most often we keep complaining about being overweight and therefore I need to do something about it. The most common thing said is, “I am going to go for a jog every morning, so I will lose weight”. Other common assumptions that people have is that if they walk to office or home they do not have to do any other workout, yoga is the best way of keeping fit,  I have brought dumbbells at home so I am doing workouts at home and so on…   To improve Health we must focus on basic health related components of the fitness. Focus on basic components of Fitness Cardiovascular Endurance or cardiovascular fitness It is the major component of fitness. The word Cardio means heart. It is also known as cardio respiratory fitness and aerobic fitness. It refers to the capacity of heart, lungs and the vascular system to supply oxygenated blood to the working muscles tissue and the muscle capacity to use that oxygen which helps in producing the movem...

Millions of people are a­ffected by mental illness each year. Across the country, many people just like you work, perform, create, compete, laugh, love and inspire every day – the only difference is they are struggling on the inside. Now more than ever, it’s important that we bring awareness to mental health issues, and acknowledge that it doesn’t always look the same for each person. By gaining some understanding of mental illness, we can learn how to recognize it in others and offer the help and support they may need. Common Warning Signs of Mental Illness Diagnosing mental illness isn’t a straightforward science. We can’t test for it the same way we can test blood sugar levels for diabetes. Each condition has its own set of unique symptoms, though symptoms often overlap. Common signs and/or symptoms can include: Feeling very sad or withdrawn for more than two weeks Trying to harm or end one’s life or making plans to do so Severe, out-of-control, risk-taking behavior that ...