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The NANDAcast: Defining the Knowledge of Nursing Words are powerful, and in nursing, they are the foundation of care. Welcome to The NANDAcast, the podcast dedicated to amplifying the voice of nursing and empowering professionals with the knowledge and tools to make an impact. Brought to you by NANDA International, this podcast explores the world of nursing diagnoses, evidence-based terminology, and the critical role of standardized language in advancing patient safety and healthcare outcomes. Join us as we dive into the professional judgments that nurses make every day—our words, our knowledge, and our contributions to the global healthcare system. To...

Autoeficácia y Dianóstico de Enfermería
#18
02/13/2026

Episode Summary

In this episode, we explore the concept of health self-efficacy and its importance in nursing practice, especially in the assessment and diagnosis of patients with chronic illnesses. Dr. Reinaldo shares his experience in the validation of nursing diagnoses and how these advances strengthen patient-centered care.

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En este episodio, exploramos el concepto de autoeficacia en salud y su importancia en la práctica de enfermería, especialmente en la valoración y diagnóstico de pacientes con enfermedades crónicas. El Dr. Reinaldo comparte su experiencia en la validación de diag...


Cuidado Humanista en Enfermería
#17
12/30/2025

Episode Summary

En esta conversación, la Dra. Ana Choperena habla sobre su trayectoria en la enfermería, destacando la importancia del cuidado humanista y el papel del diagnóstico en la formación en enfermería. Subraya las competencias esenciales para los estudiantes de enfermería, los fundamentos teóricos de la educación en enfermería y la integración de enfoques humanistas en la educación médica. La conversación también aborda los desafíos de la educación tradicional en enfermería, las estrategias de enseñanza y la importancia del juicio clínico y l...


From Research to Practice: Climate Change in Nursing
#16
12/09/2025

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Tune into this episode of NANDAcast for insights into the intersection of climate change and nursing practice. Our guests discuss the need for nurses to adapt their care plans to address climate-related health issues and how research translates into practical recommendations for nursing. 

In the context of new health challenges posed by climate change, such as year-round dengue risk and ineffective thermal regulation, you’ll gain a new understanding of how climate impacts health. Finally, listen to learn about the importance of updating the NANDA-I classification to include climate-related issues, providing nurses with the...


Adaptando as Práticas de Saúde às Mudanças Climáticas
#15
11/25/2025

Episode Summary

This conversation explores the significant impact of climate change on health, particularly focusing on the role of nurses in addressing these challenges. It emphasizes the necessity for healthcare professionals to adapt their practices to mitigate the effects of climate change on patient care, especially for vulnerable populations like the elderly during extreme weather conditions.

Esta conversa explora o impacto significativo das mudanças climáticas na saúde, com foco especial no papel dos enfermeiros em enfrentar esses desafios. Ela enfatiza a necessidade de que os profissionais de saúde adaptem suas práticas...


Cuidar da Saúde em um Clima em Transformação
#14
11/18/2025

Episode Summary

This conversation explores the intersection of climate change and health, emphasizing the need for healthcare professionals to adapt their practices in response to environmental changes. It highlights the importance of incorporating climate considerations into disease diagnosis and patient care, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly.

Esta conversa explora a intersecção entre as mudanças climáticas e a saúde, enfatizando a necessidade de que os profissionais de saúde adaptem suas práticas em resposta às mudanças ambientais. Destaca a importância de incorporar considerações climáticas ao diagnóstic...


Transformando a Saúde Comunitária com os Diagnósticos da NANDA
#13
11/11/2025

Episode Summary

In this episode of NandaCast, Dr. Camila Takao-Lopes interviews Dr. Pedro Melo, discussing the challenges and advancements in nursing diagnoses, particularly focusing on the Nanda International Classification and its application in community health. Dr. Melo shares insights from his extensive experience in family and community health, emphasizing the importance of integrating scientific evidence into nursing practice and the role of nurses in transforming community health.

Neste episódio do NandaCast, a Dra. Camila Takao-Lopes entrevista o Dr. Pedro Melo para discutir os desafios e os avanços nos diagnósticos de enfermagem, com foc...


Bridging the Gap: Research to Practice
#12
09/09/2025

Episode Summary

In this compelling episode of NANDAcast, Dr. Heather Herdman engages in a conversation with Dr. Marcos Vinicius Lopes, a distinguished leader in nursing diagnosis research. 

They discuss significant advancements in the field, the importance of bridging the gap between research and clinical practice, and the existing gaps in nursing education. Dr. Lopes underscores the need for improved validation methods and highlights impactful research studies that have contributed to nursing practices. The conversation highlights the crucial role of evidence-based practice in improving patient care and fostering the professional identity of nursing.

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Explorando la educación y práctica de enfermería con la Dra. Hortensia Castañeda-Hidalgo
#11
08/19/2025

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Acompaña a la Dra. Camila Takao Lopes mientras entrevista a la Dra. Hortensia Castañeda-Hidalgo, una figura destacada en la educación y práctica de la enfermería. Descubre el recorrido internacional de la Dra. Castañeda-Hidalgo en el ámbito de la enfermería, sus perspectivas sobre la importancia del pensamiento crítico en la formación de enfermeros y los esfuerzos de colaboración detrás de su exitoso libro sobre el proceso de enfermería.

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La trayectoria educativa de la Dra. Castañeda-Hidalgo desde México hasta Japón y España...


Explorando a Evolução do Diagnóstico de Enfermagem com a Dra. Agueda Cavalcante
#10
08/12/2025

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Junte-se à Dra. Camila Takao Lopes enquanto recebe a Dra. Agueda Cavalcante no NandaCast.

A Dra. Cavalcante compartilha sua trajetória na enfermagem, discutindo a importância do diagnóstico de enfermagem  e seu impacto no cuidado ao paciente. Descubra como seu trabalho com a NANDA International moldou sua abordagem do ensino  e da prática de enfermagem.

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Os desafios do início da carreira da Dra. Cavalcante e como eles a levaram a focar no diagnóstico de enfermagem.O papel do diagnóstico de enfermagem na melhoria do cuidado ao...


Transformando a Enfermagem por Meio do Diagnóstico
#9
08/05/2025

Episode Summary

Neste episódio do NandaCast, a Dra. Camila Takao Lopes entrevista a Professora Dra Rita Gengo, que compartilha sua trajetória na enfermagem e a importância do diagnóstico de enfermagem na prática clínica. A conversa explora os desafios na formação em enfermagem, a relevância da colaboração interdisciplinar e a necessidade de uma mudança de paradigma na forma como o diagnóstico de enfermagem é percebido e ensinado. Rita destaca o poder transformador do diagnóstico de enfermagem na melhoria do cuidado ao paciente e a necessidade de que os enfermeiros...


The Use of Point-Of-Care Ultrasound in Teaching and Research with Nursing Diagnoses / O uso da ultrassonografia à beira leito no ensino e pesquisa com diagnósticos de enfermagem
#8
07/22/2025

Episode Summary

Nesta conversa, o Dr. Vinicius Batista Santos compartilha sua ampla experiência com a NANDA International e a integração da ultrassonografia à beira leito (POCUS) na prática de enfermagem. Ele destaca a importância do POCUS como ferramenta para aprimorar a precisão diagnóstica e a qualidade do cuidado ao paciente. A discussão aborda o desenvolvimento de protocolos de pesquisa, a necessidade de capacitar enfermeiros no uso da ultrassonografia à beira leito e os desafios na aplicação dos diagnósticos de enfermagem na prática clínica. O Dr. Santos defende a educação contín...


Understanding Nursing Informatics and Large Language Models in Healthcare
#7
06/10/2025

Episode Summary

Tune into today’s NANDAcast episode to hear from Dr. Tamara Macieira as she discusses her expertise in nursing informatics and the application of large language models in healthcare. She explains the concept of large language models, their role in assisting nursing documentation, and how they can help reduce the cognitive load on nurses. Dr. Macieira also shares her experiences in mapping nursing terminologies using AI and emphasizes the importance of nursing data in improving patient care. 

Dr. Macieira also discusses the importance of bringing visibility to the nursing profession through data analysis and...


The Evolution of Nursing Diagnoses
#6
05/27/2025

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Tune into this episode of NANDAcast as Dr. Heather Herdman interviews Dr. Mary Ann Lavin, a pioneer in nursing informatics and one of the founders of NANDA International. They discuss the evolution of nursing diagnoses, the importance of nursing terminology, and how nursing education can better integrate these concepts. 

Dr. Lavin shares her insights on the purpose of nursing diagnoses, their relevance in today's healthcare, and the role of informatics in improving clinical reasoning. You’ll learn about the need for a clear understanding of nursing diagnoses as a communication tool rather than jus...


Navigating the Evolution of Nursing Diagnoses in an Age of AI
#5
05/20/2025

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Tune into this episode of NANDAcast as Dr. Heather Herdman and Dr. Jane Flanagan explore the multifaceted role of nursing. They discuss the importance of holistic care, the evolution of nursing diagnoses, and the challenges faced in patient handoffs. You’ll also learn about the potential of artificial intelligence in nursing documentation and the need for effective training for new nurses. 

Dr. Herdman and Dr. Flanagan also discussed the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration in healthcare and the necessity for nurses to assert their voices within the healthcare system. They also touched on the evo...


Nursing Diagnosis as a National Standard: Lessons from Mexico
#4
04/01/2025

Dr. Heather Herdman sits down with Dr. Hortensia Casteñada Hildago—nursing professor, author, and incoming president of NANDA International. Together, they explore the journey of advancing nursing diagnosis and clinical reasoning, from early resistance to widespread adoption. 

Dr. Hortensia shares how she helped lead the national integration of standardized language and the nursing process into practice, education, and policy. They discuss her new textbook, why critical thinking is the foundation of good nursing, and how we must embrace constant learning to meet the evolving needs of patients and science. 

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How Mexico embedd...


How Nursing Language Transforms Patient Outcomes
#3
04/01/2025

What if the way we teach and document nursing care is actually holding nurses back? In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Heather Herdman takes a critical look at the breakdown of the nursing process—from outdated education models to rigid electronic health record systems—and offers a fresh vision for bringing nursing diagnosis back to the forefront of practice. 

She shares how using standardized nursing language, guided by true assessment and clinical reasoning, can transform care planning from a task into a thinking process. If you’ve ever questioned whether nursing diagnosis really matters, this episode reframes everyth...


Nursing Diagnosis in Action: What Every Nurse Needs to Know | 002
#2
04/01/2025

Nursing diagnosis isn’t just terminology—it’s the key to professional autonomy, effective care, and interdisciplinary respect. In this episode, Dr. Heather Herdman welcomes Dr. Rita Gengo, inaugural scholar in the Marjorie Gordon Program, for a deep and empowering conversation on how clinical reasoning and nursing language shape real-world outcomes. 

Dr. Gengo shares her journey from bedside nurse to educator and researcher, offering practical insights on teaching diagnosis, improving patient care, and making nursing visible within the healthcare team. This is a masterclass in why thinking like a nurse matters—and how diagnosis brings the art and scien...


Launching NANDAcast: A New Voice for Nurses Around the World
#1
04/01/2025

Welcome to the premiere episode of NANDAcast—a fresh, global conversation for nurses everywhere. Dr. Heather Herdman sits down with Dr. Camila Takao Lopes to explore the real meaning of nursing diagnosis and why clinical reasoning is the foundation of our professional identity. From student struggles to personal breakthroughs, Camila shares how she found her voice through diagnosis work, and Heather reflects on transforming early doubts into leadership at NANDA International. 

Whether you're at the bedside, in the classroom, or shaping future nurses, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and practical ideas you can take straight into practice. Exp...


Empowering Nurses Through Knowledge: Welcome to the NANDAcast
03/25/2025

Welcome to NANDAcast — the podcast that elevates nursing by exploring the power of language in care. Brought to you by NANDA International, this show dives into nursing diagnoses, standardized terminology, and how nurses' words shape better outcomes. Whether you're a nurse, educator, or student, NANDAcast equips you with insights and tools to strengthen practice and impact global healthcare.