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Tuberculosis
A patient with Tuberculosis is considered to no longer be infectious after three negative sputum cultures.
Tuberculosis
A patient with Tuberculosis is considered to no longer be infectious after three negative sputum cultures.
Pavlik Harness
A Pavlik harness may be worn in infants < 6 months with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). Educate families that the harness should be worn 23 hours/day for ~...
Pavlik Harness
A Pavlik harness may be worn in infants < 6 months with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). Educate families that the harness should be worn 23 hours/day for ~...
Magnetic Resonance Imagine (MRI): Nursing Care
Prior to sending a patient for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), assess for a history of claustrophobia and the presence of metal implants (e.g., pacemaker, artificial joints, IUD, etc.).
Magnetic Resonance Imagine (MRI): Nursing Care
Prior to sending a patient for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), assess for a history of claustrophobia and the presence of metal implants (e.g., pacemaker, artificial joints, IUD, etc.).
Transtheoretical Model
The transtheoretical model is a theory that describes the six stages associated with health behavior changes. These include: precontemplation; contemplation; preparation; action; maintenance; termination.
Transtheoretical Model
The transtheoretical model is a theory that describes the six stages associated with health behavior changes. These include: precontemplation; contemplation; preparation; action; maintenance; termination.
Cleft Palate: Nursing Care
When feeding an infant with cleft palate, position them in an upright position and burp them frequently during the feed. After surgical reconstruction, use elbow immobilizers to protect the surgical...
Cleft Palate: Nursing Care
When feeding an infant with cleft palate, position them in an upright position and burp them frequently during the feed. After surgical reconstruction, use elbow immobilizers to protect the surgical...
"Incubation" Period of Illness
The time period after a pathogen has entered a patient until the appearance of general signs and symptoms is known as the "incubation" period of illness.
"Incubation" Period of Illness
The time period after a pathogen has entered a patient until the appearance of general signs and symptoms is known as the "incubation" period of illness.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A is important for vision and immune function. This vitamin is commonly found is orange/yellow vegetables and fruits (e.g., carrots, sweet potatoes, cantaloupe, mango).
Vitamin A
Vitamin A is important for vision and immune function. This vitamin is commonly found is orange/yellow vegetables and fruits (e.g., carrots, sweet potatoes, cantaloupe, mango).
RN Delegation
The RN should never delegate any portion of the nursing process or patient education.
RN Delegation
The RN should never delegate any portion of the nursing process or patient education.
Osteoarthritis versus Rheumatoid Arthritis
With osteoarthritis a patient is likely to report unilateral joint pain which is better in the morning. In rheumatoid arthritis the patient might experience bilateral joint pain with morning stiffness.
Osteoarthritis versus Rheumatoid Arthritis
With osteoarthritis a patient is likely to report unilateral joint pain which is better in the morning. In rheumatoid arthritis the patient might experience bilateral joint pain with morning stiffness.
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF)
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is a combination of four defects.
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF)
Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is a combination of four defects.
Vancomycin
Vancomycin has the potential to cause vancomycin infusion reaction, formerly known as “red man syndrome”.
Vancomycin
Vancomycin has the potential to cause vancomycin infusion reaction, formerly known as “red man syndrome”.
Atypical Signs of Myocardial Infarction
Women are more likely than men to have atypical signs of myocardial infarction (heart attack), such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and/or pain in the back, shoulders, or jaw.
Atypical Signs of Myocardial Infarction
Women are more likely than men to have atypical signs of myocardial infarction (heart attack), such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and/or pain in the back, shoulders, or jaw.
Progressive Approach to Employee Discipline
The progressive approach to employee discipline should begin with a verbal reprimand, followed by a formal/written reprimand, then a suspension from work, and finally involuntary termination.
Progressive Approach to Employee Discipline
The progressive approach to employee discipline should begin with a verbal reprimand, followed by a formal/written reprimand, then a suspension from work, and finally involuntary termination.
Topical Treatment for Psoriasis
Topical medications used to treat psoriasis include coal tar, salicylic acid, and corticosteroids. Other treatment options exist, such as systemic immunosuppressants, biologic agents, and phototherapy.
Topical Treatment for Psoriasis
Topical medications used to treat psoriasis include coal tar, salicylic acid, and corticosteroids. Other treatment options exist, such as systemic immunosuppressants, biologic agents, and phototherapy.
Presbycusis
The older adult may experience presbycusis, which is bilateral hearing loss which starts with the loss of high-pitched frequencies.
Presbycusis
The older adult may experience presbycusis, which is bilateral hearing loss which starts with the loss of high-pitched frequencies.
Preventing Foodborne Illness
To prevent foodborne illness, educate patients on the need for proper hand hygiene, using separate equipment to prepare raw/cooked foods, and using a meat thermometer to ensure meat is thoroughly...
Preventing Foodborne Illness
To prevent foodborne illness, educate patients on the need for proper hand hygiene, using separate equipment to prepare raw/cooked foods, and using a meat thermometer to ensure meat is thoroughly...
The Nurse Practice Act (NPA)
The Nurse Practice Act (NPA) is a legal document that governs nursing practice in each state.
The Nurse Practice Act (NPA)
The Nurse Practice Act (NPA) is a legal document that governs nursing practice in each state.
Theophylline
Theophylline is a medication used for long-term control of asthma or COPD, but it also requires periodic blood draws to monitor the serum level. The therapeutic level is 10 -...
Theophylline
Theophylline is a medication used for long-term control of asthma or COPD, but it also requires periodic blood draws to monitor the serum level. The therapeutic level is 10 -...
The Nursing Process
The nursing process is a systematic approach used to guide patient care. The steps include: assessment; diagnosis; planning; implementation; evaluation.
The Nursing Process
The nursing process is a systematic approach used to guide patient care. The steps include: assessment; diagnosis; planning; implementation; evaluation.
Essential Amino Acids
There are 9 essential amino acids, which are those that cannot be made by the body and must come from food.
Essential Amino Acids
There are 9 essential amino acids, which are those that cannot be made by the body and must come from food.
Thyrotoxicosis
Thyrotoxicosis (thyroid storm) is a medical emergency for a patient with hyperthyroidism. Administer beta blockers and anti-thyroid medications as ordered. Prepare patient for a thyroidectomy if indicated.
Thyrotoxicosis
Thyrotoxicosis (thyroid storm) is a medical emergency for a patient with hyperthyroidism. Administer beta blockers and anti-thyroid medications as ordered. Prepare patient for a thyroidectomy if indicated.
Five Rights of Delegation
The five rights of delegation include the right task, circumstance, person, direction, and supervision. The RN is accountable for evaluating the outcome of all delegated tasks!
Five Rights of Delegation
The five rights of delegation include the right task, circumstance, person, direction, and supervision. The RN is accountable for evaluating the outcome of all delegated tasks!
US Drug Schedule
The US Drug Schedule is used to identify a substance's risk for abuse. The schedule uses categories I, II, III, IV, and V. Category I has the highest risk of...
US Drug Schedule
The US Drug Schedule is used to identify a substance's risk for abuse. The schedule uses categories I, II, III, IV, and V. Category I has the highest risk of...
Umbilical Cord Care
The umbilical cord stump will naturally dry, shrivel, and fall off after 10 - 14 days. Teach parents to keep the cord dry, fold the diaper under the cord stump,...
Umbilical Cord Care
The umbilical cord stump will naturally dry, shrivel, and fall off after 10 - 14 days. Teach parents to keep the cord dry, fold the diaper under the cord stump,...
Collaboration
The best way to deal with conflict is by collaborating. In this management strategy, both parties put aside previous goals and work together towards a common goal.
Collaboration
The best way to deal with conflict is by collaborating. In this management strategy, both parties put aside previous goals and work together towards a common goal.
Tricuspid Valve
The Tricuspid valve separates the right atrium from the right ventricle of the heart.
Tricuspid Valve
The Tricuspid valve separates the right atrium from the right ventricle of the heart.
Assessing Patient Comprehension
The best way to assess patient comprehension of education is to have them "teach back" to the nurse or perform a "return demonstration" to ensure full understanding.
Assessing Patient Comprehension
The best way to assess patient comprehension of education is to have them "teach back" to the nurse or perform a "return demonstration" to ensure full understanding.
Therapeutic Index (TI)
The Therapeutic Index (TI) is a comparison of the minimum amount at which a drug is effective and the level at which a drug becomes toxic. Medications with a HIGH...
Therapeutic Index (TI)
The Therapeutic Index (TI) is a comparison of the minimum amount at which a drug is effective and the level at which a drug becomes toxic. Medications with a HIGH...
American Nurses Association (ANA)
The American Nurses Association (ANA) establishes the ethical standards for the nursing profession.
American Nurses Association (ANA)
The American Nurses Association (ANA) establishes the ethical standards for the nursing profession.
Occipital Lobe versus Temporal Lobe
The occipital lobe of the brain contains the visual cortex, while the temporal lobe contains the auditory cortex.
Occipital Lobe versus Temporal Lobe
The occipital lobe of the brain contains the visual cortex, while the temporal lobe contains the auditory cortex.
Conflict Management: Smoothing
Smoothing is a conflict management strategy where one party compliments the other in order to gain agreement, however the conflict is not actually resolved!
Conflict Management: Smoothing
Smoothing is a conflict management strategy where one party compliments the other in order to gain agreement, however the conflict is not actually resolved!
Anterior versus Posterior Fontanel
The infant's anterior fontanel is diamond shaped and larger than the triangular shaped posterior fontanel.
Anterior versus Posterior Fontanel
The infant's anterior fontanel is diamond shaped and larger than the triangular shaped posterior fontanel.
Slander vs Libel
Slander is verbal defamation of character, while libel is defamation of character that is written.
Slander vs Libel
Slander is verbal defamation of character, while libel is defamation of character that is written.
Hypothalamus
The hypothalamus is responsible for the release of the following hormones: Corticotropin Releasing Hormone (CRH), Thyroid Releasing Hormone (TRH), Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone (GHRH), and Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH).
Hypothalamus
The hypothalamus is responsible for the release of the following hormones: Corticotropin Releasing Hormone (CRH), Thyroid Releasing Hormone (TRH), Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone (GHRH), and Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH).
Fludrocortisone
The mineralocorticoid fludrocortisone is used to treat adrenocortical insufficiency by mimicking the effects of aldosterone.
Fludrocortisone
The mineralocorticoid fludrocortisone is used to treat adrenocortical insufficiency by mimicking the effects of aldosterone.
Needlestick Injury
Should a needlestick injury occur, thoroughly rinse the site with normal saline or water. Report the needlestick to the charge nurse immediately, and follow up with post-exposure prophylactic measures such...
Needlestick Injury
Should a needlestick injury occur, thoroughly rinse the site with normal saline or water. Report the needlestick to the charge nurse immediately, and follow up with post-exposure prophylactic measures such...
Glasgow Coma Scale
The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses a patient's level of consciousness. The score can be between 3 and 15. A score less than 8 indicates that the patient may have severe...
Glasgow Coma Scale
The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses a patient's level of consciousness. The score can be between 3 and 15. A score less than 8 indicates that the patient may have severe...
Bomb Threat: What to do
Should a bomb threat be made via phone call, keep the caller talking and do not hang up. Write down as much as possible about the call, including the exact...
Bomb Threat: What to do
Should a bomb threat be made via phone call, keep the caller talking and do not hang up. Write down as much as possible about the call, including the exact...
Mammogram Screening
Starting at age 40, women should have an annual screening mammogram. The initial mammogram may be done sooner if the patient has a high risk for developing breast cancer.
Mammogram Screening
Starting at age 40, women should have an annual screening mammogram. The initial mammogram may be done sooner if the patient has a high risk for developing breast cancer.
Chest Physiotherapy
Schedule chest physiotherapy before meals or 1 - 2 hours after meals to avoid vomiting. Administer a bronchodilator 30 - 60 minutes prior to treatment.
Chest Physiotherapy
Schedule chest physiotherapy before meals or 1 - 2 hours after meals to avoid vomiting. Administer a bronchodilator 30 - 60 minutes prior to treatment.
The Cerebellum
The cerebellum is responsible for coordinating muscle movements along with maintaining posture and balance.
The Cerebellum
The cerebellum is responsible for coordinating muscle movements along with maintaining posture and balance.
Subcutaneous Injections
Subcutaneous injections may be administered into fatty areas such as the abdomen or the lateral upper arms. Be sure to rotate injection sites!
Subcutaneous Injections
Subcutaneous injections may be administered into fatty areas such as the abdomen or the lateral upper arms. Be sure to rotate injection sites!
SBAR Communication
SBAR communication (which stands for situation, background, assessment, recommendation) is a technique to organize and facilitate communication with interdisciplinary team members.
SBAR Communication
SBAR communication (which stands for situation, background, assessment, recommendation) is a technique to organize and facilitate communication with interdisciplinary team members.
Signs of Parkinson's Disease
Signs of Parkinson's Disease may include muscle rigidity, tremor, slow or shuffling gait, mask-like expression, drooling, and/or dysphagia.
Signs of Parkinson's Disease
Signs of Parkinson's Disease may include muscle rigidity, tremor, slow or shuffling gait, mask-like expression, drooling, and/or dysphagia.
Simethicone
Simethicone is used to relieve painful gas in the GI tract.
Simethicone
Simethicone is used to relieve painful gas in the GI tract.
Respite Care
Respite care is short-term relief of duties for primary caregivers which can decrease caregiver burnout and help prevent abuse.
Respite Care
Respite care is short-term relief of duties for primary caregivers which can decrease caregiver burnout and help prevent abuse.
Screening for Colorectal Cancer
Screening for colorectal cancer should begin at age 50 for those of average risk.
Screening for Colorectal Cancer
Screening for colorectal cancer should begin at age 50 for those of average risk.
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