“Spontaneous pneumothorax and associated complications, including tension pneumothorax with airway compromise, can prove fatal. Timely identification, diagnosis, and definitive treatment are critical.”

“The lived experience of youth who identify as TGD cannot be ignored and the belief that all youth have the inherent right to mental health care — regardless of gender or gender-identity — is reaffirmed.”

“Oncology nurses are uniquely positioned to ensure that people receive appropriate care to manage their distress. Deliberate application of the therapeutic relationship — including building rapport, validating feelings, normalizing the experience of CRD, and allowing for reflection and meaning-making — is a great way to start.” – Jennifer Stevens, PhD, RN, OCN

The consequences of incivility are great. Safety and quality of care are dependent on a collaborative work environment.

“When perceived as undermining their developing autonomy, informal coercion may contribute to frustration, mistrust and a sense of disempowerment, potentially weakening therapeutic alliances and reducing engagement in care.”

“There are a lot of people with autism who don’t have a folate deficiency, and there are a lot of people with a folate deficiency who don’t have autism.” — Ben Rein, PhD