A NEW BOOK OF CLINICAL INFORMATION JUST FOR NURSES

Updated 12/24

Dear nurses,

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Clinical Setting

Helpful information for the clinical nurse.

Dearnurses.com is no longer available. Abdominal Aortic Aneutysm 
may result from hypertension. A stroke may also result from hypertension.

 

In the image above, there are people taking a stroll
in the park. Although no one stops to think about 
each action that is taken, muscles, bones and joint
are at work.

The human body is made up of muscles, bones and 
joints of different sizes. Bones and joints have very
important work to do. They work in unity, to provide
support for the body, as well as protecting vital 
organs.

Learn more about: Muscles, bones and joints

MASLOW'S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS IN THE CLINICAL SETTING

Updated 5/26

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Dear nurses,

Above, preparation for ICP Monitoring is
being done. Learn more about : ICP Monitoring

Learn more about: The Nursing Process

Learn more about : Nursing communication

Common causes of medication errors

Cranial nerves 1 is the - Olfactory nerve

Cranial nerve 2 is the Optic ( vision).

Learn more about : The cranial nerves

The Glasgow Coma Scale is a very important
neurological assessment tool in the clinical 
setting.

Documentation of findings should always be done.

Learn more about: Cranial nerves and
Stroke and prevention

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS - PART 1

Updated 8/25

Enjoy the video: Diagnostics Part 1Dear nurses,

New topics have been added , enjoy learning.

         

Learn more about : Trauma/ Sepsis

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

UNDERSTANDING AN ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS

Updated 8/25

Scenario: Ron has just arrived in the Emergency Room
with complaints of shortness of breath. The nurse does
an assessment. The doctor examines Ron. He orders tests,
 which include an ABG and an EKG.

What is an ABG?

An ABG ( Arterial blood gas) is a blood test which is done
to evaluate a patient's oxygenation, when respiratory problems
 exist. A heparinized syringe is used to draw blood from an
artery, in order to do this test (SEE ABOVE).

The results of the ABG will give insight into a patient's
oxygen levels and other significant information. The results
of the ABG will help the doctor to decide the course of 
treatment. Depending on the severity, mechanical 
ventilation may be ordered by the doctor.

Also enjoy the video: Diagnostics Part 1

Above, two nurses are transporting a patient to the ER.
The nurse on the right has been using an AMBU bag to
 administer oxygen.There is no improvement in the
oxygen saturation.
Where does critical thinking come in?

Patient on mechanical ventilation