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… or phone. Emotional boundaries are made up of your distinct feelings and emotions. They assist in separating your feelings from other people’s. Mental boundaries consist of individual thoughts, values, opinions, attitudes and beliefs.  Proper boundaries are vital in maintaining healthy relationships and, typically, a healthy life. Among the benefits: Your … based on environment, social situations, relationships and other factors. That flexibility is normal and healthy. Here’s what’s not: Soft boundaries can make you subject to psychological …

… Jodie didn’t have a different pair with her and said she would have to ask her son to look in storage for an alternative pair. The nurse proceeded to ask if Jodie saw a local eye doctor, … was brief, Wahl was impacted by her actions. “I don’t know how to get her some brownie points, but I’ve never met a nurse that would do that,” Wahl said. “I’m really impressed with people who do stuff like that.” Individualized care is something that Vorthmann strives to achieve with each of her patients. “I always think of my …

… her annual well-woman exam during the fall of 2020 with hopes of a positive report. As a woman in her mid-30s, she didn’t even consider thoughts of cancer. Unfortunately, her gynecologist found a lump in one her breasts, prompting an appointment at Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center (MECC) for a … the most important part of her job: “Keeping your patient calm and getting their cooperation is one thing that you learn – real quick. And it makes for a better exam for the patient and …

… June 23 looked to be just another day in the office for former labor and delivery nurse Alicia McWilliams, BSN, RN. Now a perinatology … it up then.” “She mentioned she was having pressure,” McWilliams said. “But she wasn’t in any pain, and she was talkative. So, the ultrasound sonographer went in, and about 10 minutes … to perform an emergency cesarean section. Baby B’s umbilical cord was prolapsed, which is an uncommon, potentially fatal obstetric emergency. But thanks to the skilled readiness of …

… Jeff and Debbie Borden have been in and out of area hospitals since 2006. That’s when Jeff suffered the first of several strokes. … the treatment plan and answering their questions. But what Hug did when visiting hours ended is something she’ll never forget.  “I’ve always stayed with Jeff through his strokes,” she said. … Freddy said, ‘You know what? You call me any time at night. I’m here until you can come back in the morning.’” Debbie’s confidence in Hug grew even more, and her anxiety melted away.  “In my …

… hallway to a room within sight of the main nurse’s station so she could be closely monitored. In addition to caring for Gabriella, Childress-Banks paid special attention to needs of the … kids, what could we have done differently?” Childress-Banks said. “Or what part did we play in why this is happening?” Childress-Banks provided reassurance to both the mother and daughter that …

… More than seven years after suffering a stroke on his 45 th birthday, Mike Kirke is still adjusting to his new life. He misses doing yardwork. He continues to learn how to rely … his cane to get around. “I haven’t given up, but there are many days when I want to just throw in the towel,” he said. Mike knows that the care he receives from other people in his life, especially his wife of 29 years, Lisa, is one of the main reasons why he continues …

… In a world that’s more connected than ever, Americans are lonelier than ever. According to … 61% of Americans reported that they sometimes or always feel lonely – up 7 percentage points from last year. The numbers were even higher in younger people – 79% of Generation Z and … changes with work or family, a move, or even just personal preference.   Social isolation is distinct from loneliness. Loneliness is like an emotion – it’s subjective and self-described. …

… from Des Moines. Eventually, they ran out of cruises to take, so they adventured to resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean. When the COVID pandemic altered their plans of leaving the country, they explored destinations in Florida.  In fall 2021, Kevin Richardson, who had been battling lung cancer for over a year, … treat patients with endobronchial lesions – or tumors within airways of the lung. The therapy is typically offered to lung cancer patients who have received other treatments and aren’t good …

… health services throughout Omaha. The  Methodist Community Counseling Program (CCP) , which is celebrating its 30 th anniversary this year, allows families to receive professional, confidential behavioral health services in over 35 strategic sites across the city. Here’s a look at the CCP’s rich past and bright … about the human experience of receiving care.   Where is the CCP currently serving? We’re on-site in every middle and high school in Omaha Public Schools while also offering care for anyone, …