Ask Nurse Alice

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  • In this podcast, Nurse Alice Benjamin, MSN, APRN, ACNS-BC, FNP-C, combines no-nonsense advice with thought-provoking interviews featuring top health experts, celebrity guests, and frontline nurses. As she worked her way up the nursing ladder from CNA to LPN to RN to BSN to MSN to Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, and Media Health Expert, Alice learned valuable lessons along her journey. She's been featured on Dr. Oz, The Doctors, Dr. Drew, CNN, HLN, TVOne, BBC, NBC, and many more. When Nurse Alice talks, she's teaching. If you listen you'll learn! Alice eloquently facilitates discussions in a way that only a nurse can. And, gives the best advice - from struggling as a nursing student with a young family to life beyond the bedside, all the taboo conversations in the break room, and reminiscing on those patients we’ll never forget. This podcast is presented by Nurse.org and made with love, for nurses by nurses.
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Episodes
  • Its more than just a period… PERIOD!

    Its more than just a period… PERIOD!
    Apr 30 2024
    This episode tackles the taboo of menstrual health. Through real-life stories, Alice highlights conditions like endometriosis and uterine fibroids, shedding light on their debilitating effects and the importance of a timely diagnosis. With a blend of medical expertise and personal experience, Alice advocates for open conversation and support for menstrual health in our communities and workplaces. Tune in to empower yourself and start the conversation on menstrual health. Episode Highlights: [00:01:30] - Addressing the silence around menstrual challenges [00:05:45] - Raising awareness and debunking myths about menstrual cycles [00:10:20] - Providing resources and accommodations at work [00:15:10] - Encouragement to seek support from healthcare providers [00:17:45] - Conclusion and a call to action for listeners Contact us at info@AskNurseAlice.com Feedback or questions? We love hearing from you. Share your thoughts on social media or in the comments!
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    36 mins
  • The Skinny on Weight Loss Injectables: A Deep Dive into Benefits, Risks, and Legal Battles

    The Skinny on Weight Loss Injectables: A Deep Dive into Benefits, Risks, and Legal Battles
    Apr 9 2024
    Nurse Alice dives into the hot topic of weight loss injectables, shedding light on the increasing number of lawsuits surrounding them and what patients need to know before, and while, taking them. Discover benefits, side effects, and a holistic view on weight management. We tackle patient education, healthcare responsibilities, and the need for transparency in the pharmaceutical industry. Join us for a critical look at medication roles in health and happiness. Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Weight Loss Injectables & Growing Lawsuits 00:05:41 - Early Reports of Weight Loss Injectable Side Effects 00:06:16 - Base Line Assessments Before You Should Have Done BEFORE Starting Weight Loss Drugs 00:07:39 - Importance of Nutrition in Weight Management 00:08:26 - How Mental Health Impacts Weight Loss 00:09:12 - How Sleep Impacts Weight Loss 00:11:00 - Expected Medication Side Effects You Should Report 00:12:33 - The Allegations Behind Many Weight Loss Medication Lawsuits 00:14:35 - The Pharmaceutical Company's Responsibility to Provide Medication Information 00:15:30 - When the Patient Doesn't Want to Talk/See the Healthcare Provider 00:21:38 - What is Gastroparesis and How it is Treated 00:23:09 - Suicidal Ideation Side Effects and Weight Loss Medications 00:25:00 - Proper Use of Medications Require the Supervision of a Healthcare Provider 00:26:35 - Semiglutide Variants Made at Compounding Pharmacies are Not FDA Approved 00:29:40 - What You Should Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Newly Prescribed Medications 00:30:45 - Understanding the Health Consumer's Responsibilities While on Medications 00:34:23 - The Healthcare Provider's Responsibilities When Prescribing Medications 00:35:41 - The Pharmaceutical Company's Responsibilities When Developing New Medications 00:36:33 - Post-Marketing Surveillance and Drug Labeling Updates 00:37:23 - Promoting Health Literacy for Patient Understanding Contact us at info@AskNurseAlice.com Feedback or questions? We love hearing from you. Share your thoughts on social media or in the comments!
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    43 mins
  • RaDonda Vaught Seeks Nursing License Reinstatement

    RaDonda Vaught Seeks Nursing License Reinstatement
    Sep 26 2023
    In this episode, Nurse Alice revisits the case of Redonda Vaught, who was convicted of gross negligence in a medication error that resulted in the death of a patient. Her nursing license was revoked by the Tennessee Board of Nursing in 2021 but seeks nursing license reinstatement. Nurse Alice discusses the importance of medication safety systems and the devastating impact of such errors on patients and their families. She emphasizes the need for exploration and investigation to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.Jump ahead to listen:[00:00:31] Medication error and patient death. [00:04:23] Nursing license reinstatement. [00:10:46] Patient death and consequences. [00:13:37] Breach of standard procedures. [00:17:13] Public trust in healthcare. [00:22:29] The board of registered nursing. [00:24:19] Nursing license and public protection. [00:27:30] Revoking nursing license discussion.
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    33 mins
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