Dear Nurses

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

ABOUT NEW TOPICS ADDED TO WHAT IS IT?


Updated 5/26

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New information and links have been added below.



Hepatic encephalopathy

When the liver becomes damaged, ammonia and
other toxins cannot be removed.This may cause
toxins to cross the blood-brain barrier and cause
symptoms such as lethargy and mental confusion.

Paracentesis

The liver becomes enlarged in liver failure.
The abdomen also becomes enlarged.Patients
also have difficulty breathing. Paracentesis
is performed to remove excess fluid and make
breathing easier.



Learn more about : The Circulatory System


Scenario: The patient above, was in respiratory distress
and placed  on mechanical ventilation. It is difficult
for the patient on a ventilator to describe pain. Knowing
how to assess is very important.

This topic , including quiz questions continue here:



Learn more about : ARDS, DVT and PE

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