Dear Nurses: February 2009

ASSESSMENT FROM HEAD TO TOE ( PART 3)

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Dear nurses,

New links and topics have been added below.

Learn more about: DKA ( The Clinical Setting- Part 1)

In the image above, a patient is in possible sepsis.
There is abdominal tenderness and redness at the
wound site. High fever and increased respirations
are also noted on assessment. The doctor's orders
include lab values :

( WBCs, ABG, electrolytes and PT/ PTT ).

Learn more about : Sepsis

The New Nurse- Blood transfusion

What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple Sclerosis is a very debilitating illness
which affects the Central Nervous System. It is
considered to be an autoimmune and progresses
over a period of time.

What are some symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis?
- Arm and/or leg weakness
- Visual disturbances like diplopia (double vision)
- Ataxia (unsteady gait)
- Tremors
- Fatigue

See image above for treatment.

Enjoy the video: Multiple sclerosis

Learn more about : Anticoagulation Therapy and

Enjoy the video: Anticoagulation therapy

Learn more about : Nursing communication

Common causes of medication errors

Like the artist perfects painting skills, so does the
nurse perfect clinical skills!

Nursing Fundamentals

Learn more about:
Why Therapy
The Aging Process

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY NURSES

Updated 12/25

Dear nurses,

I just wanted to wish you all a Happy Valentine's Day.

God bless you all.

Learn more about the topics listed above : Sessions 36 and Dysphagia

Scenario: Pam has been admitted to the hospital
with complaints of abdominal pain over a period
of time. The doctor has decided to do an ERCP
( Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
for this questionable abdominal pain.

This will be reflected in the care plan.

Family teaching is also necessary

Learn more about:
Dehydration on a long flight
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

An intravenous infusion may be started in a peripheral
site or a central line site.

Learn more by clicking on the link:
IV assessment

Learn more about : Sepsis

The surgical patient is at risk for infection, related to
surgical intervention.

- Paralytic ileus may occur .

- Hypothermia due to fluid loss and bodily exposure
during surgery. Hypothermia increases the body's need
for oxygen and possibly may lead to a cardiac event.

Warming measures are necessary.

Learn more about : The spread of infection

PATIENT ASSESSMENT IN THE CLINICAL SETTING

Dear nurses,

The importance of good clinical assessment is not a guessing game.
For this reason, Assessment from Head to Toe, Part 2 has been
prepared to improve your knowledge base.
Learning how to assess and treat the patient problem is a must.
Chest and abdominal assessment are discussed in Part 2.

Enjoy learning! Watch these videos also, Sessions 2, 4, 11, 12, 13 & 19
http://www.dearnurses.com/clinical_nursing_videos_called_sessions