Nursing Tips (659)
Osteomyelitis: Risk Factors
Osteomyelitis (an infection of the bone) is a risk for any patient who experienced recent trauma (e.g., an open fracture), bacteremia, orthopedic surgery, and/or circulatory disorders (e.g., Diabetes Mellitus).
Osteomyelitis: Risk Factors
Osteomyelitis (an infection of the bone) is a risk for any patient who experienced recent trauma (e.g., an open fracture), bacteremia, orthopedic surgery, and/or circulatory disorders (e.g., Diabetes Mellitus).
Newborn Hyperbilirubinemia: Treatment
Phototherapy with UV lights is a common treatment for newborn hyperbilirubinemia.
Newborn Hyperbilirubinemia: Treatment
Phototherapy with UV lights is a common treatment for newborn hyperbilirubinemia.
Otitis Externa
Otitis Externa (swimmer's ear) affects the ear canal, causing erythema and itching.
Otitis Externa
Otitis Externa (swimmer's ear) affects the ear canal, causing erythema and itching.
Veracity
Veracity is an ethical principle stating that the nurse should tell the truth. For example, the nurse should be honest with the patient about the possible side effects of a...
Veracity
Veracity is an ethical principle stating that the nurse should tell the truth. For example, the nurse should be honest with the patient about the possible side effects of a...
Albumin: Mode of Action
Albumin is used to maintain osmotic pressure in the plasma by drawing fluid into the vascular space.
Albumin: Mode of Action
Albumin is used to maintain osmotic pressure in the plasma by drawing fluid into the vascular space.
Body Mechanics for Lifting
To prevent injury, follow proper body mechanics: stand with feet shoulder width apart; avoid twisting the spine; bend using the knees instead of the waist; and hold objects close to...
Body Mechanics for Lifting
To prevent injury, follow proper body mechanics: stand with feet shoulder width apart; avoid twisting the spine; bend using the knees instead of the waist; and hold objects close to...
Mumps (Paramyxovirus)
Mumps (Paramyxovirus) may lead to swelling of the testes and parotid glands. Monitor for airway compromise.
Mumps (Paramyxovirus)
Mumps (Paramyxovirus) may lead to swelling of the testes and parotid glands. Monitor for airway compromise.
Eating Disorders in Adolescents
Monitor adolescents for signs of eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa.
Eating Disorders in Adolescents
Monitor adolescents for signs of eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa.
Meniere's Disease: Patient Teaching
Meniere's Disease affects the inner ear leading to balance and hearing disturbances.
Meniere's Disease: Patient Teaching
Meniere's Disease affects the inner ear leading to balance and hearing disturbances.
Delegating to your PN
Things can delegate to PN: Medication administration, foley catheter, enteral feeding, NG tube insertion, suctioning, tracheostomy care...
Delegating to your PN
Things can delegate to PN: Medication administration, foley catheter, enteral feeding, NG tube insertion, suctioning, tracheostomy care...
Measles (Rubeola)
Measles (Rubeola) is a highly contagious illness preventable through vaccination.
Measles (Rubeola)
Measles (Rubeola) is a highly contagious illness preventable through vaccination.
Combatting the Effects of Immobility
In order to combat the effects of immobility, encourage coughing/deep breathing/use of incentive spirometer, apply TED hose or SCDs to promote blood return, provide anticoagulation as ordered, and reposition the...
Combatting the Effects of Immobility
In order to combat the effects of immobility, encourage coughing/deep breathing/use of incentive spirometer, apply TED hose or SCDs to promote blood return, provide anticoagulation as ordered, and reposition the...
Heel Stick Procedure: Infants
Prior to performing a heel stick procedure on an infant, warm the newborn's heel to increase blood circulation.
Heel Stick Procedure: Infants
Prior to performing a heel stick procedure on an infant, warm the newborn's heel to increase blood circulation.
Lyme Disease
Key feature of Lyme Disease is a ring-shaped, "bullesye" lesion at the site of the tick bite.
Lyme Disease
Key feature of Lyme Disease is a ring-shaped, "bullesye" lesion at the site of the tick bite.
Intussusception
Intussusception is a condition marked by the small intestine "telescoping" in on itself and causing an obstruction.
Intussusception
Intussusception is a condition marked by the small intestine "telescoping" in on itself and causing an obstruction.
Delegating to your CNA
Things can delegate to your CNA/tech partner: Bathing, toileting, dressing, ambulating, positioning, vital signs, bed making, specimen collection...
Delegating to your CNA
Things can delegate to your CNA/tech partner: Bathing, toileting, dressing, ambulating, positioning, vital signs, bed making, specimen collection...
Retinal Detachment
If a patient reports sudden, painless loss of vision (as though a "curtain" has been pulled over the visual field), immediately report this to the provider. This may indicate retinal...
Retinal Detachment
If a patient reports sudden, painless loss of vision (as though a "curtain" has been pulled over the visual field), immediately report this to the provider. This may indicate retinal...
Negativism in Toddlers
It is normal for a toddler to have temper tantrums and display "negativism" (i.e., automatically saying "no" when asked a question).
Negativism in Toddlers
It is normal for a toddler to have temper tantrums and display "negativism" (i.e., automatically saying "no" when asked a question).
HIPAA Laws: Password Safety
In order to uphold HIPAA laws, log off the computer when stepping away, and use secure, unique passwords that are changed frequently. Never share passwords with anyone.
HIPAA Laws: Password Safety
In order to uphold HIPAA laws, log off the computer when stepping away, and use secure, unique passwords that are changed frequently. Never share passwords with anyone.
Clotrimazole
Clotrimazole is a medication often used to treat athlete's foot (tinea pedis).
Clotrimazole
Clotrimazole is a medication often used to treat athlete's foot (tinea pedis).
Positive Feedback Loop
In a positive feedback loop, a release of hormones initiates actions that lead to an additional release of that hormone.
Positive Feedback Loop
In a positive feedback loop, a release of hormones initiates actions that lead to an additional release of that hormone.
Fecal Occult Blood Test
In the presence of blood, a fecal occult blood test card will turn blue. Report this finding to the provider for further evaluation.
Fecal Occult Blood Test
In the presence of blood, a fecal occult blood test card will turn blue. Report this finding to the provider for further evaluation.
Gifts from Infants
Older siblings may have difficulty adapting to the presence of the infant.
Gifts from Infants
Older siblings may have difficulty adapting to the presence of the infant.
Vitamin E Toxicity
In Vitamin E toxicity, a patient may experience impaired blood coagulation.
Vitamin E Toxicity
In Vitamin E toxicity, a patient may experience impaired blood coagulation.
Cyclophosphamide
Monitor patients taking cyclophosphamide for blood in the urine, as this medication can cause hemorrhagic cystitis.
Cyclophosphamide
Monitor patients taking cyclophosphamide for blood in the urine, as this medication can cause hemorrhagic cystitis.
Halo Traction Devices
If a patient has a halo traction device in place, be sure wrench to release rods is attached to vest (so CPR can be performed in the event of an...
Halo Traction Devices
If a patient has a halo traction device in place, be sure wrench to release rods is attached to vest (so CPR can be performed in the event of an...
Tornado Nursing Procedures
If there is a tornado, avoid windows, and move patients to the middle of the building (e.g., hallways). If the patient cannot be moved, place a blanket over the patient...
Tornado Nursing Procedures
If there is a tornado, avoid windows, and move patients to the middle of the building (e.g., hallways). If the patient cannot be moved, place a blanket over the patient...
Hirschsprung Disease
If an infant has not passed meconium within the first 48 hours of life, they should be evaluated for Hirschsprung Disease. A colostomy may be needed in this case after...
Hirschsprung Disease
If an infant has not passed meconium within the first 48 hours of life, they should be evaluated for Hirschsprung Disease. A colostomy may be needed in this case after...
Cushing's Disease: Nutritional Guidance
Important nutritional guidance for the patient with Cushing's Disease includes restricting fluid and sodium, but increasing intake of potassium, calcium, and protein.
Cushing's Disease: Nutritional Guidance
Important nutritional guidance for the patient with Cushing's Disease includes restricting fluid and sodium, but increasing intake of potassium, calcium, and protein.
Primary use of Lactulose
Lactulose is a laxative, but it is primarily used to decrease AMMONIA levels in patients with hepatic encephalopathy.
Primary use of Lactulose
Lactulose is a laxative, but it is primarily used to decrease AMMONIA levels in patients with hepatic encephalopathy.
Faulty Equipment
If equipment malfunctions, tag the faulty equipment, take it out of use, and notify the appropriate department.
Faulty Equipment
If equipment malfunctions, tag the faulty equipment, take it out of use, and notify the appropriate department.
TNM Staging Criteria for Tumors
Tumors are staged using the TNM staging criteria. T = Tumor (T1 - T4), representing the size and extent of the tumor. N = Node (N0 - N3), relating to...
TNM Staging Criteria for Tumors
Tumors are staged using the TNM staging criteria. T = Tumor (T1 - T4), representing the size and extent of the tumor. N = Node (N0 - N3), relating to...
Poison Control: Patient Teaching
If a child ingests or is believed to have ingested a poison or other toxic substance, educate parents that the first step is to call poison control before doing anything...
Poison Control: Patient Teaching
If a child ingests or is believed to have ingested a poison or other toxic substance, educate parents that the first step is to call poison control before doing anything...
Interferon Alpha-2b
Interferon alpha-2b is used to enhance the body's immune response to tumors and viruses, but it can cause flu-like symptoms, bone marrow suppression, cardiotoxicity, hepatotoxicity, dyspnea, alopecia, GI upset, and...
Interferon Alpha-2b
Interferon alpha-2b is used to enhance the body's immune response to tumors and viruses, but it can cause flu-like symptoms, bone marrow suppression, cardiotoxicity, hepatotoxicity, dyspnea, alopecia, GI upset, and...
Back Pain during Labor
Laboring patients who express back pain may benefit from sacral counterpressure.
Back Pain during Labor
Laboring patients who express back pain may benefit from sacral counterpressure.
Mononucleosis in Children
If a child is diagnosed with Mononucleosis, educate the family that they should avoid contact sports due to the risk of splenic rupture!
Mononucleosis in Children
If a child is diagnosed with Mononucleosis, educate the family that they should avoid contact sports due to the risk of splenic rupture!
Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)
Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) causes a sudden onset of weakness and paralysis, usually following a respiratory or GI viral infection. Be sure to maintain a patent airway!
Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)
Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) causes a sudden onset of weakness and paralysis, usually following a respiratory or GI viral infection. Be sure to maintain a patent airway!
Applying Topical Lidocaine Cream
For topical lidocaine cream (e.g., EMLA cream) to numb an area, be sure to apply it 1 hour before the procedure and cover it with an occlusive dressing.
Applying Topical Lidocaine Cream
For topical lidocaine cream (e.g., EMLA cream) to numb an area, be sure to apply it 1 hour before the procedure and cover it with an occlusive dressing.
Clean Catch Urine Specimen Collection
When collecting a clean catch urine specimen, educate patients to clean the urethra with sterile wipes, waste the initial amount into the toilet and then position the sterile container into...
Clean Catch Urine Specimen Collection
When collecting a clean catch urine specimen, educate patients to clean the urethra with sterile wipes, waste the initial amount into the toilet and then position the sterile container into...
Presumptive Signs of Pregnancy
Presumptive Signs of pregnancy are things that can be explained by OTHER reasons besides pregnancy.
Presumptive Signs of Pregnancy
Presumptive Signs of pregnancy are things that can be explained by OTHER reasons besides pregnancy.
Cataract Surgery: Patient Teaching
Educate a patient following cataract surgery to avoid activities that increase intracranial pressure. Do not bend at waist, blow nose, lift ≥ 10 lbs., or strain with bowel movements.
Cataract Surgery: Patient Teaching
Educate a patient following cataract surgery to avoid activities that increase intracranial pressure. Do not bend at waist, blow nose, lift ≥ 10 lbs., or strain with bowel movements.
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome: Family Teaching
Family teaching for a child experiencing Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome should include to thoroughly cook all food in the future in order to kill E. coli, the toxin responsible for the condition.
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome: Family Teaching
Family teaching for a child experiencing Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome should include to thoroughly cook all food in the future in order to kill E. coli, the toxin responsible for the condition.
Administering an Enema
When administering enemas, lubricate the tip and insert it approximately 3 - 4" into the rectum with the tip angled towards the umbilicus.
Administering an Enema
When administering enemas, lubricate the tip and insert it approximately 3 - 4" into the rectum with the tip angled towards the umbilicus.
Shoulder Dystocia
For a patient experiencing shoulder dystocia, suprapubic pressure may help to push baby's shoulder off of the symphysis pubis.
Shoulder Dystocia
For a patient experiencing shoulder dystocia, suprapubic pressure may help to push baby's shoulder off of the symphysis pubis.
Scheduled Medications
In most states, scheduled medications (i.e., those with risk for abuse) cannot be called in over the phone, and refills are not permitted.
Scheduled Medications
In most states, scheduled medications (i.e., those with risk for abuse) cannot be called in over the phone, and refills are not permitted.
Drug Interactions: Herbal Supplements
Herbal supplements can interact with medications! Garlic, Gingko Biloba, and Ginger increase a patient's bleeding risk with aspirin, NSAIDs, and warfarin.
Drug Interactions: Herbal Supplements
Herbal supplements can interact with medications! Garlic, Gingko Biloba, and Ginger increase a patient's bleeding risk with aspirin, NSAIDs, and warfarin.
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