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evidence of lymphedema, procedures can be done on the operative side without complications. However, it’s wise to obtain a physician’s order prior to procedures on the operative side of patients who have had lymph node dissection. Marie Lasater, RN, MSN, CCRN, CNRN Stand up for health! e amount of time you sit or stand while going about your day may play as big a role in your overall health and waistline as your structured exercise and tness routine. A recent study of the e ects of physical inactivity indicated that four or more hours of uninterrupted sitting (e.g., working on a computer, talking on the phone, or reading) resulted in the shutdown of fat-burning enzymes in muscular blood vessels, as well as the stimulation of diseasepromoting processes such as ineffective cholesterol metabolism. The research also suggests that exercising the recommended 30 minutes a day at least five days a week may not be sufficient to reverse the effects of too much physical “down time” throughout the day. Making a healthy difference in an otherwise sedentary lifestyle doesn’t require squeezing an extra hour into your day, but can be accomplished simply by standing more while performing traditional nonphysical activities. You’ll use twice as many calories as you will while sitting, and you’ll keep your metabolism up all day. Hamilton, M, T., Hamilton, D. G., & Zderic, T. W. (2007). Role of low energy expenditure and sitting in obesity, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Diabetes 56(11), 2655. Travel Nursing Jobs in all 50 States Circle Career Card No. 637 Registered Nurses • Respiratory Therapists • Physical Therapists • Pharmacists Ready to Move Your Career Forward? We Can Help Make it Happen! Great Benefits: • • • • • Travel Contracts Up to 13 Weeks Top Salaries 401k w/ 100% Company Match Travel Allowance Free Housing – Private & Furnished or Housing Subsidy • Referral Bonuses • And Much More! View Hundreds of Career Opportunities online at: www.AllAboutStaffing.com Email: AAS.Careers@HCAHealthcare.com Career Center: 1-866-WORKS-4-U (866-967-5748) This department originally appeared in RN, a sister publication. For subscription information, call 800-2848945 or visit www.rnweb.com. All About Staffing is an affiliate of HCA, the nation's largest hospital company. We are uniquely positioned to provide talented Healthcare Professionals exceptional travel opportunities across the United States. Circle Career Card No. 602 September 2008 Healthcare Traveler 43 http://www.travelphp.com http://www.travelphp.com http://www.AllAboutStaffing.com http://www.AllAboutStaffing.com http://www.rnweb.com

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Healthcare Traveler - September 2008

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