Nursing Tips (632)
Dysphagia
Patients with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) need to have a swallow evaluation by a speech language pathologist.
Dysphagia
Patients with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) need to have a swallow evaluation by a speech language pathologist.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Labs
Expected labs with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Positive Rheumatoid Factor (RF) antibody and Positive ANA titer
Rheumatoid Arthritis Labs
Expected labs with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Positive Rheumatoid Factor (RF) antibody and Positive ANA titer
Menorrhagia
Menorrhagia = Excessive menstrual bleeding. This can result in anemia.If you have menorrhagia, it will make you want to rage!
Menorrhagia
Menorrhagia = Excessive menstrual bleeding. This can result in anemia.If you have menorrhagia, it will make you want to rage!
Anticoagulant Side Effects
The key side effect to remember with ALL anticoagulants (ex: heparin, warfarin, rivaroxaban) is BLEEDING!
Anticoagulant Side Effects
The key side effect to remember with ALL anticoagulants (ex: heparin, warfarin, rivaroxaban) is BLEEDING!
Epoetin Alfa
Taking epoetin alfa will fix your anemia so you can grow up to be a strong alpha male.
Epoetin Alfa
Taking epoetin alfa will fix your anemia so you can grow up to be a strong alpha male.
External Radiation Therapy Patient Teaching
Patient teaching for external radiation therapy.
External Radiation Therapy Patient Teaching
Patient teaching for external radiation therapy.
Pyelonephritis
Costovertebral tenderness is a key symptom with Pyelonephritis.
Pyelonephritis
Costovertebral tenderness is a key symptom with Pyelonephritis.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone Replacement therapy can be used to treat the signs/symptoms of menopause. However, it is important to remember that HT increases the risk of embolic events (DVT, MI, stroke) and...
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone Replacement therapy can be used to treat the signs/symptoms of menopause. However, it is important to remember that HT increases the risk of embolic events (DVT, MI, stroke) and...
Neutropenia and Thrombocytopenia
Neutropenia and Thrombocytopenia are key symptoms of hematologic cancers (ex: leukemia, multiple myeloma). Key Nursing priority: Prevent infection and bleeding!
Neutropenia and Thrombocytopenia
Neutropenia and Thrombocytopenia are key symptoms of hematologic cancers (ex: leukemia, multiple myeloma). Key Nursing priority: Prevent infection and bleeding!
Peritoneal Dialysis
With peritoneal dialysis, bloody or cloudy outflow indicates possible infection!
Peritoneal Dialysis
With peritoneal dialysis, bloody or cloudy outflow indicates possible infection!
Niacin Hypercholesterolemia
Niacin (Vitamin B3) can be used to treat hypercholesterolemia. Key side effect is flushing of the face. My face doesn't look very nice after taking niacin (because it is flushed!)
Niacin Hypercholesterolemia
Niacin (Vitamin B3) can be used to treat hypercholesterolemia. Key side effect is flushing of the face. My face doesn't look very nice after taking niacin (because it is flushed!)
Prostate Cancer Screening
When screening a patient for prostate cancer, be sure to obtain the PSA (prostate specific antigen) before performing a DRE (digital rectal exam).
Prostate Cancer Screening
When screening a patient for prostate cancer, be sure to obtain the PSA (prostate specific antigen) before performing a DRE (digital rectal exam).
Urolithiasis
For a patient with urolithiasis (kidney stone), a key nursing intervention is to strain the patient's urine. Send stone for lab analysis!
Urolithiasis
For a patient with urolithiasis (kidney stone), a key nursing intervention is to strain the patient's urine. Send stone for lab analysis!
Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers
Key differences in symptoms for Gastric and Duodenal ulcers: Gastric ulcer: Pain 30-60 minutes after meal, worse in DAY, worse with eating. Duodenal ulcer: Pain 1.5-3 hours after meal, worse...
Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers
Key differences in symptoms for Gastric and Duodenal ulcers: Gastric ulcer: Pain 30-60 minutes after meal, worse in DAY, worse with eating. Duodenal ulcer: Pain 1.5-3 hours after meal, worse...
Malignant Hyperthermia
Malignant hyperthermia is a life-threatening complication due to certain general anesthesia medications. Symptoms: Muscle rigidity, tachycardia, fever, dysrhythmias, tachypnea, hypotension, cyanosis.
Malignant Hyperthermia
Malignant hyperthermia is a life-threatening complication due to certain general anesthesia medications. Symptoms: Muscle rigidity, tachycardia, fever, dysrhythmias, tachypnea, hypotension, cyanosis.
Continuous Bladder Irrigation
When administering Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) for a patient following a Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP), be sure to increase the CBI rate if outflow is bright red or...
Continuous Bladder Irrigation
When administering Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) for a patient following a Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP), be sure to increase the CBI rate if outflow is bright red or...
Ferrous Sulfate
Ferrous Sulfate is an iron supplement that can stain the teeth. I'm furious that my teeth got stained from ferrous sulfate!
Ferrous Sulfate
Ferrous Sulfate is an iron supplement that can stain the teeth. I'm furious that my teeth got stained from ferrous sulfate!
Herpes Zoster
Key symptom of Herpes Zoster: Painful, unilateral vesicular rash that runs along a dermatome
Herpes Zoster
Key symptom of Herpes Zoster: Painful, unilateral vesicular rash that runs along a dermatome
Mastectomy Care
Mastectomy Care and Patient Teaching: Nursing Care: Do not administer injections, obtain blood, or take BP in the affected arm. Patient Teaching: Wear sling when ambulating, wear loose clothing, perform...
Mastectomy Care
Mastectomy Care and Patient Teaching: Nursing Care: Do not administer injections, obtain blood, or take BP in the affected arm. Patient Teaching: Wear sling when ambulating, wear loose clothing, perform...
Magnesium Toxicity
Too much magnesium (magnesium toxicity) brought Maggie to her knees (due to cardiac and respiratory depression).
Magnesium Toxicity
Too much magnesium (magnesium toxicity) brought Maggie to her knees (due to cardiac and respiratory depression).
Patient Teaching for GERD
Patient teaching for GERD: Avoid fatty, fried, citrus, spicy foods. Eat smaller meals. Remain upright after meals. Avoid tight-fitting clothing. Lose weight (if applicable). Quit smoking. Elevate HOB with blocks.
Patient Teaching for GERD
Patient teaching for GERD: Avoid fatty, fried, citrus, spicy foods. Eat smaller meals. Remain upright after meals. Avoid tight-fitting clothing. Lose weight (if applicable). Quit smoking. Elevate HOB with blocks.
Joint Dislocation Prevention
To prevent joint dislocation after a total hip arthroplasty, do not allow hip flexion > 90°.
Joint Dislocation Prevention
To prevent joint dislocation after a total hip arthroplasty, do not allow hip flexion > 90°.
Lithium
Lithium is a mood stabilizer, used for Bipolar Disorder. Patients on lithium need adequate fluid and sodium intake! Diuretics, anticholinergics, NSAIDs are not recommended.
Lithium
Lithium is a mood stabilizer, used for Bipolar Disorder. Patients on lithium need adequate fluid and sodium intake! Diuretics, anticholinergics, NSAIDs are not recommended.
MAOIS for Depression
MAOIs are used to treat depression. Important points about MAOIs: They interact with MANY other medications. Eating foods rich in tyramine can cause a hypertensive crisis. Foods rich in tyramine include...
MAOIS for Depression
MAOIs are used to treat depression. Important points about MAOIs: They interact with MANY other medications. Eating foods rich in tyramine can cause a hypertensive crisis. Foods rich in tyramine include...
Doxorubicin
Doxorubicin is an antitumor antibiotic used to treat cancer. Think "ruby" RED. This medication can cause RED discoloration of sweat, urine, and tears.
Doxorubicin
Doxorubicin is an antitumor antibiotic used to treat cancer. Think "ruby" RED. This medication can cause RED discoloration of sweat, urine, and tears.
Vitamin C and Iron
Vitamin C increases the absorption of iron. If your patient is taking an iron supplement, be sure they eat foods rich in Vitamin C! Examples: citrus fruit or juices, tomatoes,...
Vitamin C and Iron
Vitamin C increases the absorption of iron. If your patient is taking an iron supplement, be sure they eat foods rich in Vitamin C! Examples: citrus fruit or juices, tomatoes,...
Leuprolide
Leuprolide is a medication used to treat prostate cancer. HINT: Dr. Lou lied to me about the side effects of this medication, which include: hot flashes, gynecomastia, decreased libido.
Leuprolide
Leuprolide is a medication used to treat prostate cancer. HINT: Dr. Lou lied to me about the side effects of this medication, which include: hot flashes, gynecomastia, decreased libido.
Cholesterol Intake
Cholesterol intake should be limited to 200-300 grams/day to prevent heart disease.
Cholesterol Intake
Cholesterol intake should be limited to 200-300 grams/day to prevent heart disease.
Vincristine
Vincristine is an antimitotic medication used to treat cancer. A key side effect with this medication is peripheral neuropathy. HINT: Vin = wine in French. If you drink too much...
Vincristine
Vincristine is an antimitotic medication used to treat cancer. A key side effect with this medication is peripheral neuropathy. HINT: Vin = wine in French. If you drink too much...
B-Complex Vitamin Deficiencies
Important conditions caused by B-complex vitamin deficiencies: Deficiency of Thiamin (B1) = Beriberi Deficiency of Riboflavin (B2) = Cheilosis, Glossitis Deficiency of Folate (B9) = Neural tube defects (in utero)...
B-Complex Vitamin Deficiencies
Important conditions caused by B-complex vitamin deficiencies: Deficiency of Thiamin (B1) = Beriberi Deficiency of Riboflavin (B2) = Cheilosis, Glossitis Deficiency of Folate (B9) = Neural tube defects (in utero)...
Phenazopyridine
Phenazopyridine is a urinary tract analgesic. It is used to treat the symptoms of a UTI (burning, pain, frequency, urgency). It is not an antibiotic! HINT: Pyro = Fire, and...
Phenazopyridine
Phenazopyridine is a urinary tract analgesic. It is used to treat the symptoms of a UTI (burning, pain, frequency, urgency). It is not an antibiotic! HINT: Pyro = Fire, and...
Phosphorus and Calcium Nutrition
There is an INVERSE relationship between Phosphorus and Calcium. If calcium is high, phosphorus is low. If calcium is low, phosphorus is high.
Phosphorus and Calcium Nutrition
There is an INVERSE relationship between Phosphorus and Calcium. If calcium is high, phosphorus is low. If calcium is low, phosphorus is high.
Tamoxifen
Tamoxifen is a medication used to treat breast cancer. It works by competing with estrogen for binding sites in breasts. HINT: Tammy is a foxy lady with breast cancer.
Tamoxifen
Tamoxifen is a medication used to treat breast cancer. It works by competing with estrogen for binding sites in breasts. HINT: Tammy is a foxy lady with breast cancer.
Acarbose
Acarbose is an alpha glucosidase inhibitor used to treat type 2 Diabetes. It works by inhibiting glucose absorption in the GI tract. HINT: A = "NO" + CARBS. So "No...
Acarbose
Acarbose is an alpha glucosidase inhibitor used to treat type 2 Diabetes. It works by inhibiting glucose absorption in the GI tract. HINT: A = "NO" + CARBS. So "No...
Dumping Syndrome Nutrition
Nutrition recommendations to prevent DUMPING syndrome: Consume small frequent meals. Do not drink liquids with meals. Include protein and fat at each meal. Avoid dairy products and concentrated sugar.
Dumping Syndrome Nutrition
Nutrition recommendations to prevent DUMPING syndrome: Consume small frequent meals. Do not drink liquids with meals. Include protein and fat at each meal. Avoid dairy products and concentrated sugar.
Diverticulitis Nutrition
Patients with Diverticulitis should avoid seeds and husks. Avoid: popcorn, tomatoes, berries.
Diverticulitis Nutrition
Patients with Diverticulitis should avoid seeds and husks. Avoid: popcorn, tomatoes, berries.
Propylthiouracil (PTU)
Propylthiouracil (PTU) is used for Grave's disease (and in preparation for a thyroidectomy). HINT: PTU will Prevent Thyroid from being Up too high.
Propylthiouracil (PTU)
Propylthiouracil (PTU) is used for Grave's disease (and in preparation for a thyroidectomy). HINT: PTU will Prevent Thyroid from being Up too high.
Cholecystitis Nutrition
Patients with cholecystitis should consume a LOW FAT diet.
Cholecystitis Nutrition
Patients with cholecystitis should consume a LOW FAT diet.
Valproic Acid
Valproic acid is an antiepileptic drug. Key side effect is hepatotoxicity! Carefully monitor liver lab values (ex: AST, ALT).
Valproic Acid
Valproic acid is an antiepileptic drug. Key side effect is hepatotoxicity! Carefully monitor liver lab values (ex: AST, ALT).
Interpreters
Interpreters: Using a family member is NOT recommended. Interpreters need to have knowledge of health terminology.
Interpreters
Interpreters: Using a family member is NOT recommended. Interpreters need to have knowledge of health terminology.
Potassium Ranges
Potassium (K) expected range: 3.5 - 5.0 mEq/L HINT #1: There are ~3.1 miles in a 5K HINT #2: Bananas (high in Potassium!) come in bunches of 3-5.
Potassium Ranges
Potassium (K) expected range: 3.5 - 5.0 mEq/L HINT #1: There are ~3.1 miles in a 5K HINT #2: Bananas (high in Potassium!) come in bunches of 3-5.
Magnesium Ranges
Magnesium (Mg) expected range: 1.3 - 2.1 mEq/L HINT: MGs are very small British cars - you can only fit 1-2 people in them.
Magnesium Ranges
Magnesium (Mg) expected range: 1.3 - 2.1 mEq/L HINT: MGs are very small British cars - you can only fit 1-2 people in them.
Hypoglycemia
If your patient has hypoglycemia (blood glucose level under 70 mg/dL), provide a 10-20g carbohydrate. This could be a 4 oz juice or regular soda.
Hypoglycemia
If your patient has hypoglycemia (blood glucose level under 70 mg/dL), provide a 10-20g carbohydrate. This could be a 4 oz juice or regular soda.
Family Transitions
Examples of Transitions in families: birth of child, death in family, divorce, major illness, loss of income. Transitions = time of risk for family.
Family Transitions
Examples of Transitions in families: birth of child, death in family, divorce, major illness, loss of income. Transitions = time of risk for family.
Chloride: Expected Range
Chloride (Cl) expected range: 98 - 106 mEq/L HINT: I like my hot tub chlorinated, with a temperature between 98-106 degrees.
Chloride: Expected Range
Chloride (Cl) expected range: 98 - 106 mEq/L HINT: I like my hot tub chlorinated, with a temperature between 98-106 degrees.
Sucralfate
Sucralfate is a Mucosal Protectant used to treat duodenal ulcers. It reacts with stomach acid to form a thick paste that adheres to ulcers. HINT: Sucralfate gets sucked down into ulcers.
Sucralfate
Sucralfate is a Mucosal Protectant used to treat duodenal ulcers. It reacts with stomach acid to form a thick paste that adheres to ulcers. HINT: Sucralfate gets sucked down into ulcers.
Hospice Care
Hospice care is focused on palliative care (i.e. symptom management), NOT on curing a disease.
Hospice Care
Hospice care is focused on palliative care (i.e. symptom management), NOT on curing a disease.
IBS Medications
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Medications: alosetron is used for IBS w/diarrhea.HINT: You might aloe on your backside from all that diarrhea. Lubiprostone is used for IBS w/consipation. HINT: Use lubiprostone to "lube up...
IBS Medications
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Medications: alosetron is used for IBS w/diarrhea.HINT: You might aloe on your backside from all that diarrhea. Lubiprostone is used for IBS w/consipation. HINT: Use lubiprostone to "lube up...
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