CLINICAL SITUATIONS THAT COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED

Hi guys,

The clinical nurse has a responsibility to do the best job possible.

There are ways to improve your clinical skills. These are the topics of interest :

DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis), IV infiltration, Medication errors, Heparin Therapy,

Blood transfusion reaction, falls, postoperative pneumonia and paralytic ileus. (chapter 9)

A simple, effective video has been prepared for you.

Simply click on the link:

http://www.dearnurses.com/clinical_nursing_videos_called_sessions

and enjoy learning.

For more info on medication errors and pharmacology visit:
http://www.dearnurses.net/pharmacology_for_nurses_chapters_1_-_3

CARDIOGENIC AND SEPTIC SHOCK

Updated 3/24

Dear nurses,

Dear nurses.com is no longer available. For more updated information,
please click on the links : Do you know your heart 
                                            Cardiogenic Shock

Learn more : Cardiogenic shock

Scenario: Mrs. R is a 48 year-old female who has a history
of a previous myocardial infarction. She was admitted 2 days 

ago with mild chest pain. She was resting comfortably when 

she suddenly started feeling short of breath. She is anxious 

and calls the nurse.

IDENTIFYING HYPOVOLEMIC AND SPINAL SHOCK

Hi guys,

Updated 7/23

The clinical Setting Step by Step is no longer available.
This has been replaced by : Simple facts about Hypovolemic Shock

and Bydesign. Enjoy learning!

TRAUMA, CHEST, ABDOMINAL AND SPINAL

Hi guys,

During the summer time, there is an increase in outdoor activities.

More families and friends engage in road trips, camping or hiking.

Trauma may readily occur. Learn more about chest, abdomen or

spinal trauma that may occur.

Topics include:

Pneumothorax in the Trauma Patient

Abdominal Trauma

Spinal Trauma

Central Cord Syndrome

Simply click on the link SESSIONS 8 and enjoy the video:

http://www.dearnurses.com/clinical_nursing_videos_called_sessions

IDENTIFYING ANOSMIA

Updated 7/25

Anosmia simply means loss of the sense of smell.
It may occur following a traumatic event, or conditions
such as allergies or nasal polyps.

Learn more about the : Cranial nerves

Learn more about: ICP Monitoring

Learn more about: The Endocrine System

THE TRAUMA SCENE

Updated 1/25

Dear nurses,

Have you ever wondered what happens at the trauma scene?

Have you ever taken care of a patient with a head injury?

Learn more, by clicking on the link below (SESSIONS 7):

Topics inculude:

Securing the Trauma scene and the Golden Hour

Epidural Bleeding vs. Subdural Bleeding

Intracranial pressure increase and Herniation

Basal Skull Fracture

DIABETES COMPLICATIONS AND PATIENT EDUCATION

Updated 11/24

Dear nurses,

Dearnurses.com is no longer available.

How familiar are you with the complications of diabetes?
Would you know how to educate your patient about Diabetes
and its complications and misconceptions?

Just click on the link:

Diabetes 

and enjoy learning.

DIABETIC CARE IN THE CLINICAL SETTING

Hi guys,

Just to let you know that there is an interesting video that might teach you a few pointers

about Diabetes. So, just click on the Sessions 5 link below:

Topics include:

Diabetes Mellitus

Insulin

Hypo/Hyper Glycemia

http://www.dearnurses.com/clinical_nursing_videos_Sessions 5

and enjoy learning.

STROKE AND ITS CONSEQUENCES

Dear nurses,

Do you fully understand what happens to the patient who has a stroke? Just to let you know, that The Clinical Setting Step by Step, Chapter 18 has been prepared to make learning easy.

This Chapter includes :Identifying Stroke and its symptoms, Diagnostic tests, Stroke Treatment, The Glasgow Coma Scale, Care Planning and Patient Education of the Stroke patient and Rehabilitation of the Stroke patient. So, just click on the link:
http://www.dearnurses.net/the_clinical_setting_step_by_step
There is additional information for the patient and family. Just click on the link:
Stroke for the layperson.
So, enjoy learning.
You may also enjoy watching Sessions 15 and 17
http://www.dearnurses.com/clinical_nursing_videos_called_sessions