Dear Nurses

WHAT IF YOU WERE THE NURSE IN PACU

2012-01-26T19:42:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. I just wanted to let you
know that there is new helpful clinical information for you.
Sessions 49 includes topics such as :
- Overview of your critical thinking
- If you were the nurse who is assigned to PACU
- Basic facts about the EKG
- Patient assessment in PACU
- Dehydration and post-op pneumonia
So, click on the link:
Sessions 49- If you were the nurse
and enjoy learning.

THE SURGICAL PATIENT

2012-01-26T19:39:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Have you ever stopped to consider what happens to the
surgical patient in the PACU? Learn more, by clicking on
the link:
Sessions 49- What if you were the nurse
Enjoy learning!

HAPPY NEW YEAR-2012

2012-01-11T12:27:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Welcome to the New Year 2012. Please take a moment to enjoy
the topics listed below, or just click on the link:
What is it - Chapter 11
and enjoy learning.

DEPRESSION - SUICIDE IDEATION

2012-01-11T11:45:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. Just wanted to let you know
that new helpful topics have been added.These include:
- Postpartum Depression
- SSRIs ( Selective Seretonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
- Depression and Suicide Ideation
- Cymbalta ( Duloxitine )
- Alcoholism
- Liver Failure
- Subdural Bleed
- Delirium Tremens ( DTs)
- Complications of Diabetes
So, click on the link:
What is it - Chapter 11
and enjoy learning.
-

POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION

2012-01-11T11:23:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. Just wanted to share with you,
there is helpful information on Postpartum Depression.
So just click on the link :
What is it- Chapter 11
and enjoy learning.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING / CHRISTMAS NURSES

2011-11-22T10:35:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Wishing you the best at Thanksgiving.
Here are some helpful tips, just click
on the link:
Sessions 38
and enjoy learning.

PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT

2011-11-22T10:14:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

I just wanted to let you know that more helpful
information has been added to Pediatric Assessment.
Topics such as:
- basic pediatric facts
- Moro Reflex
- Introduction of solid foods for the infant
- teething in the infant
- pediatric weight, stadiometer
- dental hygiene
- greenstick fractures
- swimmer's ear infection
- otitis media
So, click on the link:
Pediatric Assessment- Part2
and enjoy learning.

SESSIONS 47 - ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION

2011-10-29T19:58:00.000-07:00

SESSIONS 47 - ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION

Dear Nurses,
Hope you had a good week. Just to let you know,
new topics have been added. The topics include:
- Nursing from old to new
- Overview of Organ Transplantation
- Complications of Liver Failure
- Asterixis
- Hepatic Encephalopathy
- Esophageal Varices
- Post Organ Transplantation
SESSIONS 47 - ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION

Please enjoy learning

NURSING FROM OLD TO NEW

2011-10-29T19:41:00.001-07:00

Dear Nurses,
We all know that nursing has progressed over the years.
To learn more about this topic please visit
Sessions 47 Organ Transplantation
enjoy learning.

HORMONES AND THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

2011-10-07T10:43:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. I just wanted to let you
know that new topics have been added to What is it.
Topics in Chapter 10 include :
- The Endocrine System and hormones
- Adrenal gland
- Pituitary gland
- Insulin
- Estrogen and Progesterone
- Prolactin
- Hypothalamus
So, just click on the link:
What is it? Chapter 10
and enjoy learning.

WHAT IS IT? PROLACTIN

2011-10-07T10:27:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. I just wanted to share
with you that a new chapter (Chapter 10) has been
added to : What is it? A Collection of helpful clinical
information for nurses. Learn more about the hormone
Prolactin. Just click on the link:
What is it- Chapter 10.
and enjoy learning.

ASSESSMENT FROM HEAD TO TOE ( PART 2)

2011-09-14T11:23:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Please enjoy watching the video:
Assessment from Head to Toe -Part 2.
Topics include:
- Assessment of the patient with possible
DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis )
- Assessment of Anasarca
- Renal Failure
- Liver failure
So, just click on the link:
Sessions 46-Assessment (Part 2)
and enjoy learning.

RENAL AND LIVER FAILURE

2011-09-14T11:00:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Are you interested in learning more about Renal
and Liver Failure? Please click on the link:
Sessions 46- Assessment from Head to Toe ( Part 2)
and enjoy learning.

PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT

2011-09-06T10:35:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. I just want to
let you know that Pediatric Assessment-Part 1
has been added. Topics include:
- Apgar Score
- Newborn facts
- PAT ( Pediatric Assessment Triangle)
- Pediatric Assessment
- Simple Pediatric Facts
- Fried's Rule
- Young's Rule
- Wong-Baker Faces Pain Rating Scale
So, click on the link:
Pediatric Assessment -Part1
and enjoy learning.

PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT TRIANGLE AND MORE

2011-09-06T10:20:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope you had a good weekend. I just want
to let share with you, that helpful information
on Pediatric Assessment has been added.

There are many topics of interest such as:
Pediatric Assessment Triangle, Wong-Baker
Pain Rating Scale and Fried's Rule.
So, just click on the link:
Pediatric Assessment- The Basic Facts
and enjoy learning.

ASSESSMENT FROM HEAD TO TOE (PART1)

2011-08-06T12:07:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope you had a good week. I just wanted to let you know that
Sessions 45- Assessment from Head to Toe has been added.
Topics include:
- assessment of the unresponsive patient
- aspiration pneumonia
- pupillary assessment
- assessment of the patient with a spinal cord injury
- Central Cord injury
So , just click on the link:
Sessions 45- Assessment from head to toe (Part1)
and enjoy learning.

ANOREXIA AND BULIMIA NERVOSA

2011-08-06T12:05:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope you had a good week. Just to let you know that new topics
have been added to Chapter 9- What is it? A Collection of Helpful
Clinical information for Nurses. These include:
- The Nursing Process
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Bulimia Nervosa
- PTSD ( Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
So, click on the link:
Chapter 9- What is it?
and enjoy learning.

THE NURSING PROCESS

2011-08-06T11:40:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope you had a good week. I just wanted to share with you
that Chapter 9 ( What is it- A Collection of Clinical information
for Nurses) has been added. Learn more about topics such as:
Anorexia Nervosa and The Nursing Process.
So, just click on the link:
What is it?-Chapter 9
and enjoy learning.

REPERFUSION THERAPY IN STEMI

2011-07-02T12:20:00.000-07:00

Dear Nurses,

Just to let you know that helpful information

on topics such as: an EKG,

Reperfusion Therapy,

TPA ( Thrombolytic Therapy Activator)

Cardiogenic Shock and Medication error

have been added.

So, just click on the link:

What is it?-( Chapter 8 )

and enjoy learning.

THE PATIENT ON MECHANICAL VENTILATION

2011-06-29T20:22:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. Just to let

you know that Sessions 44-

(The Patient on Mechanical Ventilation )

has been added. So, just click on the link:

Sessions 44- The patient on Mechanical Ventilation

and enjoy learning.

WHAT IS MITRAL VALVE REGURGITATION?

2011-06-10T08:37:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that a new Chapter has
been added to "What is it" Topics such as:
- What is a Myocardial Infarction
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Cardiac Workup
- Anatomy of the heart
- Echocardiogram
- Ejection Fraction
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Cardiac Stress Test
have been added. So, just click on the link:
What is it - Chapter 7
and enjoy learning.

WHAT IS A MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION?

2011-06-10T08:14:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

If you are in need of information on what a
Myocardial Infarction is, just click on the link :
What is a Myocardial Infarction?
and enjoy learning.

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE ER ?

2011-06-05T20:30:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that another video has been added.
Sessions 43 - What's happening in the ER?
Enjoy topics such as:
-The triage nurse
- The Golden Hour
- Hypovolemic shock
- Possible sepsis
- Eye injuries
- Febrile seizures
So, just click on the link:
Sessions 43- What's happening in the ER?

THE PATIENT IN HYPOVOLEMIC SHOCK IN THE ER

2011-06-05T20:24:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

For more helpful information on the patient in
Hypovolemic Shock in the Emergency Room,
please click on the link:
Sessions 43- What's happening in the ER?
and enjoy the video.

THE PATIENT ON MECHANICAL VENTILATION

2011-06-05T20:20:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

If you would like to learn more about the patient on
mechanical ventilation, please click on the link:
Chapter 8- Understanding Respiratory Care
and enjoy learning.

CARDIAC ASSESSMENT

2011-06-01T18:30:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that a new video has been added.
Topics include:
-about EKG interpretation
- cardiac assessment
- patient education
- atrial fibrillation ( a case study)
So, just click on the link:
Sessions 42- Clinical scenarios in review
and enjoy learning.

HELPFUL TOPICS ABOUT THE STROKE PATIENT

2011-05-01T11:18:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

A new chapter has been added to What is it - A Collection
of Clinical Information for nurses. Chapter 6 includes:
- a stroke
- brain stem reflexes
- stroke symptoms
- dysarthria/speech therapy
- diagnostic stroke tests
- abnormal posturing
- decerebrate posturing
- decorticate posturing
- GCS
- physical therapy for the stroke patient
So, click on the link:
What is it?-Chapter 6 (Stroke)
and enjoy learning.

STROKE SYMPTOMS

2011-05-01T11:14:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Stroke symptoms may occur at any time.
Would you know what to look for?
Learn more by clicking o the link:
What is it? - Chapter 6
and enjoy learning.

WHAT IS A STROKE ?

2011-05-01T11:10:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Are you familiar with stroke and its causes?
To learn more about this topic, please click on the link:
What is it?- Chapter 6
and enjoy learning.

SESSIONS 41 DIABETIC AND SEIZURE PATIENTS

2011-04-03T17:20:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope all is going well. Just to let you know that

more helpful clinical information has been added.

Topics include :

- diabetic teaching and misconceptions

seizures, causes and taking quick action

So, click on the link :

SESSIONS 41

and enjoy learning.

CLINICAL INFORMATION FOR NURSES - ANOTHER CHAPTER

2011-03-15T11:50:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that a new chapter (Chapter 5)

has beeen addded to What is it It? A Collection

of Clinical Scenarios.

Here are the topics:

Neurological Assessment

GCS (Glasgow Coma Scale)

Chest Pain Assessment

Avoiding Medication Errors

IV Infiltration/ IV Extravasation

Click on the link and enjoy reading WHAT IS IT Chp 5 Assessment

Sessions for Nurses 40 Clinical Scenarios Part 1

2011-03-09T20:04:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well.
Just to let you know that another video has been added.
Topics include :

- Cardiogenic shock (A Case Study)
Chest Pain Assessment
Cranial Nerve Assessment
Meningitis and ICP Monitoring
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (A Case Study)

Click on the link and enjoy watching Sessions 40 Clinical Scenarios Pt 1

SPINAL CORD INJURY / REHABILITATION

2011-02-19T11:58:00.000-08:00

Dear Nurses,
Hope your week is going well,
just to let you know a new chapter has been added.
Topics are -
Braden Scale - Pressure Sores
The Golden Hour
SCI - Spinal Cord Injury
Bones, Muscles and Joints
Hip Fracture
Management of the patient with a Hip Fracture
Rehabilitation of the injured patient

Just click on this link - WHAT IS IT Chapter 4

THE BRADEN SCALE / PRESSURE SORES

2011-02-19T11:55:00.000-08:00

Dear Nurses,
Hope your week is going well,
just to let you know, new topics have been added.
WHAT IS IT - Chapter 4

Hip Fracture
Braden Scale and Pressure Sores

Just click on this link What Is It Chapter 4

PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSES IN THE CLINICAL SETTING

2011-01-25T12:52:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

We have reached the final chapter.

Topics are:

Spinal Injury, Solumedrol its uses and

side effects

Swimmer's Ear, Ciprodex

COPD, Bronchodilators, Albuterol,

Terbutaline Sulfate

Please click on the link and enjoy learning:

Pharmacology for nurses- Chapter 9.

MASLOW'S HIERARCHY / THE CARE PLAN

2011-01-25T12:50:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. Sessions 39 has just been added.
Maslow's Hierarchy of needs and the Care plan is addressed.
Just click on the link:
Maslow's Hierarchy/Care plan.

MERRY CHRISTMAS NURSES

2010-12-13T10:34:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

I just want to wish you a Merry Christmas.
May God bless you all.

LEARNING MORE ABOUT LETHAL RHYTHMS

2010-12-13T10:29:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Learn more about lethal cardiac rhythms.
Topics include:
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia
PEA
Asystole

Just click on the link:
Chapter 3- What is it ?

MORE HELPFUL CLINICAL INFORMATION

2010-12-13T10:25:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Are you in need of help understanding the basics
of ICU care? More helpful clinical information is
now availabe to help you. Just click on the link:
Chapter 3- What is it?
and enjoy learning.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL

2010-11-23T13:27:00.001-08:00

Dear nurses,

I just want to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving .

I have enclosed some helpful tips for the holiday season.
Sessions 38- Happy Thanksgiving

PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSES - ANTIBIOTICS

2010-11-23T13:24:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that there is more helpful clinical
information added to Pharmacology for Nurses. Topics
such as antibiotics, antipyretics, anaphylaxis, antihistamines,
antipyretics and routes for drug administration have
been added, so click on the link:
Pharmacology for Nurses, Chapter 8
and enjoy learning.

WHAT IS NURSING DIAGNOSIS?

2010-10-29T18:10:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that Chapter 2 of
"What is it -A Collection of Helpful Clinical
Information for Nurses " has been added.
Topics are:
Nursing Diagnosis, the Care Plan and Kardex
Diabetes Insipidis, Transphenoidal Surgery
DDAVP
Electrical Conduction System of the Heart
Hemodynamics
Sinoatria Node, Sick Sinus Syndrome
Ventricular Tachycardia
Visual Acuity, Word Salad, Stereognosis, Anisocoria
Cerebellum
Acoustic Neuroma
CABG ( Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)

So, click on the link and enjoy learning:
What is it - Clinical information for Nurses.

HEMODYNAMICS - WHAT IS IT?

2010-10-29T13:01:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Would you like to learn more about Hemodynamics
and cardiac problems such as Sick Sinus Syndrome?
Simply click on the link and enjoy learning:
What is it- Helpful Clinical Information for Nurses.

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS - PART 3

2010-10-29T12:57:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

More helpful information on Diagnostic Tests
( Part 3) has been added.
Topics included are:
12 Lead EKG
Identifying Anterior Wall MI
Cardiogenic Shock - The Clinical Picture
CBC (Complete Blood Count)
Signs and Symptoms of SEPSIS

So, click on the link below and enjoy learning:
Sessions 37

ANTIEPILEPTIC DRUGS AND MORE

2010-10-17T19:26:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope you had a good weekend. Just to let you know that

Chapter 7 has been added to Pharmacology for nurses.

Learn about topics such as:
- Antiepileptic drugs

- Epidural / Spinal blocks

-Magnesium sulfate and more.

Just click on the link:

Pharmacology for nurses ( Chapter 7).

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS PART 2

2010-10-02T20:20:00.001-07:00

Dear nurses,

Did you know that Part 2 of Diagnostic Tests is ready for you?
Here are the topics that will be discussed:
Swallowing Evaluation in the Stroke Patient
Dysphagia, Aspiration Pneumonia
12 Lead EKG
Inferior Wall MI and EKG Changes
For these topics and more visit,
dearnurses.com Clinical Videos called Sessions p2

A NEW BOOK OF CLINICAL INFORMATION JUST FOR NURSES

2010-09-29T09:16:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well . A new book of clinical

information has just been started. The goal is to add a

new chapter every few weeks, until completed.

Chapter 1 ( Maslow's Hierarchy of needs ) is now ready.

So just click on the link: "WHAT IS IT -

A Collection of Helpful Clinical Information for Nurses "

MASLOW'S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS IN THE CLINICAL SETTING

2010-09-29T09:07:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Hope your week is going well. Are you aware that

Maslow's Hierarchy of needs is commonly used in

the clinical setting? Learn more about this helpful

topic, by clicking on the link:

Maslow's Hierarchy

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

2010-09-04T10:30:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Do you know why a diagnostic test is done?

Learn more about the following topics:

-PAC (Pulmonary Artery Catheter)

- Hemodynamics

-Invasive Monitoring

-ABG (Arterial Blood Gas)

Just click on the link:

Sessions 35- Diagnostic Tests ( Part 1)

WHAT IS AN ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS?

2010-09-04T10:22:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Do you know what an ABG (arterial blood gas) is?

Would you know how to interpret one?

Learn more, by clicking on the link:

Sessions 35-Diagnostic Tests (Part 1)

MATERNAL NURSING

2010-08-17T10:43:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Learn more about Maternal Nursing, by clicking on the link:

Simplifying Maternal Nursing

HOMAN'S SIGN - WHAT IS IT?

2010-08-17T10:35:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Learn more about Homan's sign, by clicking on the link.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN ? NEUROLOGICAL VOCABULARY

2010-08-17T09:14:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Have you ever wondered what words like word salad or

Battle's sign mean? Learn more, by clicking on the link:

Neurological Vocabulary

and enjoy learning.

WHAT IS AN ANTIEMETIC ?

2010-07-30T18:31:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Are you familiar with how antiemetics are used?

Do you know the side effects of these medications?

Learn more by clicking on the link:

Pharmacology for Nurses (Chapter 6)

MATH SOLUTIONS FOR NURSES

2010-07-26T11:20:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

The final chapter of Math Solutions has been completed.
Topics include decimals and avoiding medication errors
when using decimals in the clinical setting.
Hope you have enjoyed learning. Just click on the link
for more information:
Math Solutions for Nurses

ABOUT BLOOD TRANSFUSION

2010-07-26T11:16:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Do you understand the responsibilities of

blood trasfusion? Do you follow your institution's

policies when a blood transfusion is ordered

by the doctor? Do you know the indications for

blood transfusion or reactions to blood transfusion?

Learn more, by clicking on the link:

Sessions 34- About Blood Transfusion.

HEY, NURSES ARE YOU AWARE THAT

2010-07-11T18:31:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

We welcome you to enjoy this blog which is prepared
by a nurse for a nurse. However, it is only intended to
be a clinical resource for nurses and makes no claims
to being a Nursing Program or having any affiliation
with any Nursing Program.

THE LESSONS TO BE LEARNT ABOUT ICU/CCU

2010-06-29T10:30:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Topics include:
Invasive Monitoring/Titration of IV Drugs
Arterial Line and its uses
Lethal Rhythms
Even if you are a nurse who does not know
much about ICU/CCU Care, it is not that
difficult to learn. So click on the link:
Sessions 33-ICU/CCU -The Basics
and enjoy learning.

ICU/CCU CARE - LEARNING THE BASICS

2010-06-17T19:49:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Are you afraid to challenge a new area of learning,

like ICU/CCU? Well, it can be easier than you think.

Simply click on the link:

ICU/ CCU CARE- Learning the Basics

Also enjoy watching the clinical video :

Sessions 33- ICU/CCU Care.

WHAT IS SINUS ARRHYTHMIA?

2010-06-17T19:36:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Did you know that Sinus Arrhythmia is a rhythm that

may not require any special treatment? It is commonly

seen in athletes amd small children. It is also be caused

by drugs like Digoxin. Learn more about EKG reading

by clicking on the link:

EKG Series- What is the odd beat?

Also enjoy watching the clinical video:

Sessions 33 (ICU/CCU Care)

FETAL DISTRESS

2010-05-20T10:09:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Would you like to learn more about Fetal distress?

Topics include:

Causes of Fetal Distress

Breech Presentation

Prolapsed Cord

Abruptio Placenta

Learn more by clicking on the link:

Simplifying Maternal Nursing- Part5

CHILDBIRTH - MATERNAL NURSING

2010-05-20T10:05:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Do you need to learn more about Fetal Heart Monitoring

and childbirth?

Learn more by clicking on the link:

Simplifying Maternal Nursing- Part 5

THE APGAR SCORE

2010-05-20T10:00:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Did you know that the Apgar score is an assessment

done at 1 minute and 5 minutes after the birth of the newborn?

Learn more about this topic, by clicking on the link:

Simplifying Maternal Nursing- Part 5.

WHAT IF YOU WERE NEW TO ICU?

2010-05-01T17:46:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Are you new to ICU? Are you intimidated by what you see?

Well, take heart and enjoy learning more by watching the

video:

Topics include:

Understanding ICU Care

Care Planning in the ICU

ARDS (Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome)

Atrial Fibrillation, Cardioversion, Conscious Sedation

Enjoy watching, click on the link

Sessions 32- What if you were new to ICU?

CARE PLANNING AND NURSING DIAGNOSIS

2010-05-01T17:40:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Are you in need of information that would be helpful regarding
Care Planning and Nursing Diagnosis? Just click on the link and
enjoy learning: Care Plan- What is it?

CARE PLANNING IN THE CLINICAL SETTING

2010-05-01T17:30:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Do you need helpful information regarding care planning
in the clinical setting? Please click on the link and enjoy
learning : Care Plan- What is it?

HELPFUL INFORMATION ABOUT PHARAMCOLOGY FOR NURSES

2010-04-15T10:22:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that more helpful information regarding Pharamcology for Nurses ( Chapter 5) has been added. Learn about Anesthetic drugs and those used in PACU. Topics include: How to avoid double dosing, Anesthetic Drugs, Uses of Lorazepam and Insulin, Hydromorphone (Dilaudid) uses, side effects.
Simply click on the link:
Pharmacology for Nurses (Chapter 5)

PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSES

2010-04-13T18:38:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

If you would like to learn more about topics such as
Paralytic Ileus and Malignant Hyperthermia, simply
click on the link:
Pharmacology for Nurses-Chapter 5
and enjoy learning.

DRUGS USED IN PACU

2010-04-13T18:35:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Are you familiar with drugs used in the OR and PACU?
Learn more by clicking on the link:
Pharmacology for Nurses -Chapter 5.

HAVE A HAPPY EASTER NURSES

2010-04-04T02:15:00.000-07:00

Happy Easter nurses!

NURSES, DID YOU KNOW THAT - PNEUMONIA CAN BE FATAL?

2010-03-24T09:57:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Did you know that :

- forgetting to document may result in double dosing

- post-op pneumonia and aspiration pneumonia may

be fatal

- urine and feces provide helpful information

Learn about such topics by looking at the clinical video :

Sessions 31-Nurses Did You Know That?

MATH SOLUTIONS FOR NURSES

2010-03-23T20:11:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

Are you having trouble figuring out your math solutions

in the clinical setting?

Topics covered include:

Helpful Information for the Clinical Nurse

Understanding Fractions

Calculator versus Mental Math

Avoiding Double Dosing

Enjoy making learning easy by clicking on the link:

dearnurses.net/math solutions for nurses Chp 4

CLINICAL INFORMATION FOR NURSES

2010-03-23T20:03:00.000-07:00

Dear nurses,

There are ways to improve your clincal knowledge.

Just click on the link and enjoy learning:

The Clinical Setting Step by Step.

CODE BLUE AND TOCOLYTIC DRUGS

2010-02-28T12:22:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Would you like to learn more about CODE BLUE drugs like:

- Amiodarone, Magnesium Sulfate, Vasopressin, Epinephrine

and Lidocaine

-Tocolytic drugs like Terbutaline and Magnesium Sulfate

- DDAVP used to treat Diabetes Insipidus

- Cardiac drugs like Dobutrex ( Dobutamine)

and Nitroglycerin

- Blood pressure medications like Sodium Nitroprusside

( Nipride)

- Terbutaline used to treat asthma

- diuretics like Lasix( Furosemide) and Spironolactone

(Aldactone)

Just click on the link:

Pharmacology for Nurses in the Clinical Setting, Part 4B

DEHYDRATION - WHAT IS IT?

2010-02-28T12:12:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Would you like to learn more about dehydration, its

causes, treatment and relation to natural disasters?.

Learn more by clicking on the link:

SESSIONS 30-Dehydration (What is it? ).

MATERNAL NURSING TOPICS OF INTEREST

2010-02-21T19:36:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that Simplifying Maternal Nursing, Part 4
has just been added. Enjoy learning about topics such as:
- Pelvic exam, Mc Donald's Rule
- Terbutaline and its uses in Preterm labor
- Left side lying in the pregnant woman
- Leopold's Maneuvers
-( GDM) Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
- Amniotic fluid and its functions
- Hydramnios, Polyhydramnios
- Amniocentesis , breech presentation
- Cesarean section and episiotomy
Enjoy learning more, by clicking on the link:
Simplifying Maternal Nursing , Part4.

FUNDAL HEIGHT AND PELVIC EXAM

2010-02-21T19:35:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Learn more about measurement of the fundal height

in the pregnant woman, by clicking on the link:

Simplifying Maternal Nursing, Part 4.

DEHYDRATION - WHAT IS IT?

2010-02-11T18:38:00.001-08:00

Dehydration may be caused by a number of conditions like

trauma involving massive blood loss, surgical intervention or burns.

Learn more about this topic, by clicking on the link:
http://www.dearnurses.com/dehydration_-_what_is_it

WHEN NATURAL DISASTER STRIKES - HAITI

2010-02-11T18:32:00.001-08:00

Learn more about when natural disaster strikes, by watching the video:
http://www.dearnurses.net/when_natural_disaster_strikes_-_haiti

DIABETIC KETOACIDOSIS - A CASE STUDY

2010-02-11T18:24:00.000-08:00

DKA (Diabetic Ketoacidosis) may occur in the diabetic patient.

If left untreated, the consequences can be fatal.

Learn more about this topic, by clicking on the link:

Diabetic Care for Nurses in the Clinical Setting Volume 1.

WHEN NATURAL DISASTER STRIKES

2010-02-06T18:29:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

On January 12, 2010 a massive earthquake rocked
Port-au- Prince, Haiti. The devastation was beyond
belief. Learn more about the impact and aftermath
of trauma. Simply click on the link:
http://www.dearnurses.net/when_natural_disaster_strikes_-_haiti

TRAUMA FROM HEAD TO TOE

2010-02-06T18:26:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Are you aware of the effect of trauma on the body?

Learn more about this helpful topic by clicking on the links:

http://www.dearnurses.com/traumatic_brain_injury dearnurses.com

Trauma Care understanding Chest, Abdominal and Spinal Trauma - dearnurses.com

The Aftermath of Trauma - Complications and Rehabilitation - dearnurses.com

WHAT IS POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER?

2010-02-06T18:24:00.000-08:00

How does a traumatic event affect someone? Following a
traumatic event, some people have a difficult time coping.
Learn more about PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder),
by clicking on the link:
http://www.dearnurses.net/when_natural_disaster_strikes_-_haiti

MATH SOLUTIONS FOR NURSES

2010-01-29T19:53:00.001-08:00

Hi nurses,

Just to let you know that Chapter 3 has been added.

Enjoy learning the correct conversion of the kilogram,

milligram and microgram in the clinical setting. Math

solutions for Doctor's orders when giving IV Medication

and tablets, helpful hints for the Clinical nurse.

So, click on the link:

math_solutions_for_nurses Chp 3

dearnurses.net

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR THE CLINICAL NURSE

2010-01-29T19:27:00.000-08:00

Hi nurses,

Did you pay close attention to the doctor's order,
to see if the medication was ordered in mg or mcg?
Learn more by clicking on the link:
http://www.dearnurses.net/math_solutions_for_nurses

PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSES

2010-01-08T11:00:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that another video has been added.

Sessions 28-Pharamcology for Nurses is intended to help

nursing students and nurses in the clinical setting.

Topics include:

Hospital Admission/Pharmacy

Allergic Reaction to Medication

Routes of Administration

Narcotics - Uses and side effects in the Clinical Setting

DOs and DON'Ts in the Clinical Setting

Just click on the link:

Sessions 28-Pharmacology for Nurses

and enjoy learning. Also dearnurses.net Pharmacology for Nurses

WHERE IS THE MEDICATION LABEL?

2010-01-08T10:49:00.000-08:00

In an emergency situation, do you remember
to label the IV solutions with the correct additives?
Learn more about what to do and not to do in the
clinical setting.
Just click on the link:
Pharmacology for nurses ( Chapter 4)
and enjoy learning.

DISPOSAL OF USED NEEDLES AND SYRINGES

2010-01-08T10:39:00.000-08:00

Hi guys,

How do you dispose of used needles and syringes?

Learn more about what not to do by clicking on the link:

Pharmacology for nurses ( Chapter 4)

and enjoy learning.

HAPPY NEW YEAR NURSES

2009-12-31T19:32:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

I just want to wish you all a Happy New Year.

Maternal Nursing , Part 3 has just been completed.

ECTOPIC PREGNANCY

2009-12-31T19:25:00.001-08:00

Ectopic pregnancy may begin with the normal signs

and symptoms of pregnancy. To learn more about this topic,

simply click on the link:

http://www.dearnurses.net/simplifying_maternal_nursing_part_3

WHAT IS PROM ( PREMATURE RUPTURE OF MEMBRANES)

2009-12-31T18:50:00.000-08:00

To learn more about PROM (Premature Rupture of Membranes),

please click on the link:

http://www.dearnurses.net/simplifying_maternal_nursing_part_3

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL NURSES

2009-12-22T09:59:00.000-08:00

We just want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas.

Please read our new gift offer below.

PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSES

2009-12-09T18:48:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

More helpful information on Pharmacology for Nurses

has been added.

Topics include:

Pain Assessment

Pain Scales

Narcotics uses in the Clinical Setting

Ativan, Morphine - Uses and side effects

PCA (Patient Controlled Analgesia)

Falls after receiving Medication, Fall prevention

So click on the link:

Pharmacology for Nurses in the Clinical Setting.

dearnurses.net Chp 3

enjoy learning.

PHARMACOLOGY FOR NURSES IN THE CLINICAL SETTING

2009-12-07T09:43:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

There are helpful ways to learn about the uses and

side effectss of drugs used in the clinical setting.

If you are a nursing student, this information is also

helpful. Enjoy learning more, by clicking on the link:

Phamacology for Nurses in the Clinical Setting.

MATH SOLUTIONS FOR NURSES

2009-11-26T19:56:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Hope you had a good Thanksgiving. If you are having difficulty

figuring out your math problems in the clinical setting,

Math Solutions for Nurses could be of help to you.

So, just click on the link:

http://www.dearnurses.net/math_solutions_for_nurses

and enjoy learning.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL NURSES

2009-11-26T09:38:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Have a Happy Thanksgiving. Also enjoy watching the video:

Sessions 27-Your Critical Thinking.

NURSES - PUTTING THE PIECES OF THE PUZZLE TOGETHER

2009-11-26T09:32:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Did you know that putting the pieces of the puzzle together

in the Clinical Setting can be easy?Learn more by watching

the video: Sessions 27- Your Critical Thinking.

WHAT IS AMNIOCENTESIS

2009-11-26T09:08:00.000-08:00

What is Amniocentesis? This is a Diagnostic test that is generally

done around 15-20 weeks of pregnancy to provide information

about chromosomes, Downs Syndrome and sickle anemia.

Learn more by clicking on the link:

Simplifying Maternal Nursing, Part 2.

MATERNAL NURSING

2009-11-15T18:30:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Just to let you know that Maternal Nursing, Part2 is ready.

Topics include:

Stages of the growing Fetus

Gravida, Striae Negra, Striae Gravidarum

Relate Fetal Ultrasound and Fetal Heart Monitoring

Identify Placenta Previa and its causes

Discuss Amniocentesis

Discuss Preterm Labor

Identify Preeclampsia and Magnesium Sulfate treatment

So click on the link and enjoy learning:

http://www.dearnurses.net/simplifying_maternal_nursing_part_2

FETAL ULTRASOUND AND FETAL MONITORING

2009-11-15T18:17:00.000-08:00

Dear nurses,

Would you like to learn more about fetal ultrasound

and fetal heart monitoring? Simply click on the link:

http://www.dearnurses.net/simplifying_maternal_nursing_part_2

and enjoy learning.