The Skyscape Blog
Medical Librarians: Vital Partners in Healthcare
“What could explain my patient’s pain and discolored legs after ankle surgery?” “How might I incorporate a systematic review of literature about epilepsy in my upcoming publication?” “My patient only speaks Tagalog. How can I find health education materials on bladder...
What does self-care have to do with my role as an educator?
Know, Don't know, No. In the second edition of Skyscape’s Fellows Advisory Network nursing newsletter, Dr. Renee McLeod talked about the importance of self-care. As nurses, we know how important it is to teach patients how to take care of themselves....
New research shows exercise benefits can be passed down to children
Scientists have proven that we may pass the benefits of physical and mental exercises to our brain onto our children through improved learning ability. And that happens without any alterations in the DNA. That’s why people over 50 years old should do brain twisting...
Nutrition receives new attention in Medical Field
Medical students have noticed that nutrition and diet receive scant attention in their course of studies. Now, they want change—in the form of dietary knowledge they can use to treat common health problems. Diet, Medicine, and Social Issues Are Coming Together in...
NCLEX Exam Format and Information
So you’re preparing to take the NCLEX-RN nursing exam. Fantastic. This will be a milestone in your nursing career, and the test is pricey, so you want to optimize your chances of getting a high score. Registration and scheduling fees are typically between $200 and...
GRIT: Why is It So Important?
In recent discussions of success and mastery, "GRIT" has quickly become a go-to buzzword referring to a person's drive and persistence at mastering new skills and achieving long-term success. No matter what stage you may find yourself at in your career, having GRIT...
Print vs. Digital – Which is Better for the Student?
Is education more effective through digital tools or traditional print books and literature? The anecdotal debate is loud, but the timing of a number of studies is now starting to clear up the dust. What is also becoming clear is that the goals of education are just...
Best Study Techniques for a Big Test!
Taking a board exam is tough work. It requires stamina, dedication, and an incredible amount of knowledge that you need to recall at a moment's notice. Just reading about the board exam requirements is enough to make even the most devoted student quiver in...
An Introduction to Active Learning
What is Active Learning? Active learning focuses on actively engaging students through reading, writing, listening, and reflecting. Active learning is different than “traditional” instruction where teachers did most of the instruction and the students passively...
Skyscape Nursing Constellation Plus Vs. Nursing Central
Nurses have played an important role throughout history, be it in the emergency room, maternity ward, at the patients home or in the jungles of far off continents. With so many specialties and programs for modern nurses to choose from, now more than ever their...
