Dear Nurses

Monday, April 27, 2009

PREVENTING THE SPREAD OF INFECTION

Updated 7/25



Infection may spread in many ways. Colds and flu's
result from a weakened immune system.The handling
of food and poor hand washing techniques may encourage
the spread of infection. Learn more:



How can you prevent the spread of infection?

In any Institution preventing the spread of infection
should be a major concern. Above is an example of
how the surgical team take steps to prevent infection.

Prior to surgery, extreme measures are taken to prevent
infection. The surgical team spend a significant length
of time scrubbing up. In addition, sterile gowns and gloves
 are worn. Masks are used over the nose and mouth. 

The operating room has been cleaned and sterilized. The
patient has also been prepped as ordered by the doctor.

Helpful Hints:
- Practice good hygiene to avoid infection
- Do not forget to wash your hands
- Institutions have a policy in place for changing of IV sites,
   IV fluids and IV tubing
- Follow your institution's policy
Learn more by clicking on the link:
The spread of infection








Saturday, April 25, 2009

HAVE A GOOD WEEK NURSES


Hi guys,

Below are list of new topics that might be helpful to you in
the clinical area. Please take a moment to read and enjoy
learning.
It will also help with Care Planning and Patient Education.
Just click on the link:
( Chapter 17) and enjoy learning.
Have a good week!


MRI ( MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING)

If the patient in your care was scheduled for a Diagnostic Test
like MRI, would you know how to educate the patient and
make the necessary preparation?
To learn more, simply click on the link:
dearnurses.net/the_clinical_setting_step_by_step
and enjoy reading Chapter 17.

THE CLINICAL SETTING STEP BY STEP




Updated 12/24
Dear nurses,


The Clinical Setting Step by Step is no longer available.
Please click on the links for more updated information.

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS FOR NURSES





Updated 1/25
Dear nurses,

The Clinical Setting Step by Step is no longer available.
New links have been added for Diagnostic tests such as:


Saturday, April 11, 2009

HAPPY EASTER TO ALL NURSES


Dear nurses,

Have a Happy Easter. Please visit :http://www.dearnurses.com/ and

for more helpful clinical information.

God bless you all.


NURSES WOULD YOU KNOW THE ANSWER

Hi guys,

Would you know the answers to questions such as the function
of the cerebellum, the meaning of anisocoria or word salad ?
Well, just read the above.For more helpful information on
neurological issues, please visit :
Stroke Assessment Volume 4 and enjoy learning.

Friday, April 03, 2009

A PREVIEW OF WHAT'S TO COME

                    Dearnurses.net is no longer available.

Updated 7/25

Dear nurses,

New topics have been added below. 
Enjoy learning!




Here are some diagnostic tests that are done frequently.

Follow the links below:

1. Chest X ray
2. CAT scan
3. EKG
4. MRI scan
5. Ultrasound
6. Echocardiogram

Learn more about : Cranial nerves


Learn more about : Spinal injury

Be cautious, prevent falls!