DIPLOPIA, WHAT IS IT?

Updated 8/24

Dear nurses,

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The above scenario:  Mary was finished
pumping gas. She begins walking to the
service center to pay and notices everything
is double. She is experiencing a condition
called diplopia.

Diplopia or double vision, may be classified
as temporary, monocular binocular, or voluntary.

Causes of diplopia :

- head injury, a brain tumor

- alcohol intoxication

- drugs like Dilantin

- Multiple Sclerosis 

- cranial nerve injury and more.

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ADDRESSING HYPOVOLEMIC SHOCK

Updated 7/26

The clinical  scenario above, shows a patient who
is in the ER following a traumatic event. The nurse
does an assessment and notifies the doctor of the
significant changes in vital signs.

When an assessment is done, suspect hypovolemic
shock if there has been a large volume of blood loss
following trauma. 

Warning signs

- decrease in oxygen saturation, blood pressure or
   level of consciousness
- rapid respirations or heart rate
- cool, clammy skin
A patient in hypovolemic shock needs IV fluids   
and may also require a blood transfusion.    

Hypovolemic Shock is a life threatening emergency.
Trauma patients commonly experience Hypovolemic Shock.
Quick management and replacement of the fluid loss brings
about good results. 

 Enjoy the video : The New Nurse- Blood transfusion

Learn more about: Sepsis

What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple Sclerosis is a very debilitating illness
which affects the Central Nervous System. It is
considered to be an autoimmune disease 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

INFERIOR WALL MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION - WHERE IS IT?

Updated 5/26

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New topics and links have been added below.

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What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple Sclerosis is a very debilitating illness
which affects the Central Nervous System. It is
considered to be an autoimmune disease 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

Learn more about : Anticoagulation Therapy and

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Learn more about: The Circulatory System

LEARN MORE ABOUT BLOOD TRANSFUSION

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Dear nurses,

Learn more , by watching the video:

New Nurse- Blood transfusion

New topics and links have been added below.

What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple Sclerosis is a very debilitating illness
which affects the Central Nervous System. It is
considered to be an autoimmune disease 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

Learn more about : Anticoagulation Therapy and

Enjoy the video: Anticoagulation therapy

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It takes "all hands on deck" to complete the work.

It is important to recognize that classroom skills
are different from clinical skills. A nurse's
performance in the work place takes on a different 
challenge from the classroom.

Learn more about: Hemodynamic Monitoring and

Cardiac Assessment.

Learn more about: The Circulatory System

Learn more about  : Chest pain and the EKG

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Learn more about: Sepsis

ALLERGIC REACTION (BLOOD TRANSFUSION)

Updated 6/26

In the image above, a patient is having 
a blood transfusion reaction. Warning
signs are outlined above.The nurse takes

quick action.

An allergic reaction is usually unpredictable.

It should always be taken into consideration,
even when MD orders, cross-matching and 
Institution policies have been done correctly.

To learn more, simply click on the link:

New Nurse - Blood transfusion and enjoy

learning.

Hypovolemic Shock is a life threatening emergency.
Trauma patients commonly experience Hypovolemic Shock.
Quick management and replacement of the fluid loss brings
about good results. 

 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 disease 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

Learn more about : Anticoagulation Therapy and

Enjoy the video: Anticoagulation therapy

Learn more about: The Circulatory System

Learn more about : Organizational skills

Learn more about: Sepsis

      

ASSESSMENT FROM HEAD TO TOE ( PART 3)

Updated 7/26      Dearnurses.com is no longer available.

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

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Common causes of medication errors

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

Nursing Fundamentals

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Why Therapy 
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KNOW MORE ABOUT BLOOD TRANSFUSION

Updated 6/26

Dear nurses,

Learn more , by watching the video:

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 disease 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

Learn more about : Anticoagulation Therapy and

Enjoy the video: Anticoagulation therapy

Learn more about: The Circulatory System

Learn more about  : Chest pain and the EKG

Learn more about : Organizational skills

Learn more about: Sepsis

SEPTIC SHOCK (COLD PHASE)

Updated 6/25

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Please refer to the information below for updated links.

The management of septic shock in the (Hypodynamic phase)
 is very complex. ICU monitoring is necessary. Altered mental
 status, fever, chills, renal failure and ARDS, are some of the
 complications of cold phase sepsis.
Learn more by watching the video:
(Sessions 10)

Learn more about: Sepsis

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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 disease 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: The Circulatory System

WHEN THERE IS A BLOOD TRANSFUSION REACTION

Updated 1/26

Dear nurses,

Are you aware of the warning signs of a blood transfusion
reaction?

The nurse should always be aware of the warning signs
of a blood transfusion reaction. These include chills, anxiety,
flushing, itching , shortness of breath and chest pain. 

Immediate action is usually taken to stop the blood. It is
important to follow your Institution's policies and procedures.
Learn more by clicking on the link below :
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 

disease 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

Learn more about : Anticoagulation Therapy and

Enjoy the video: Anticoagulation therapy

Learn more about: The Circulatory System