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A cholinergic crisis can occur if the body stops properly breaking down Acetylcholine. This can ca
These treatments used in conjunction will help in reducing the symptoms and complications associat
This simple mnemonic helps to remember the order in which blood passes through the four heart valv
Cancer can sometimes be difficult to identify, but the earlier it is detected the better chance tr
If a patient is taking an anticoagulant to prevent blood clots there is increase risk for bleeding
The therapeutic management for a patient with asthma. Asthma is a spasming of the airways, which c
Psoas sign is pain when a patient extends their thigh while lying on their side with knees extende
First look at the pH: if it is low it is acidosis, high indicates alkalosis. Second use the ROME m
There are many reasons why a patient may present with altered mental status. Neurological injury i
The 5 A’s of Alzhemiers Disease. These signs point to a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Type Dementia
There are three different adrenal gland hormones which can be remembered as the 3 Ss: sugar (glucoco
Vitamins A, D, E, and K are all fat soluble vitamins. Dogs get fat eating too much kibble
Steroids are an effective treatment for asthma, COPD, Crohn’s, Lupus and more. However,they have the
Nursing care and responsibilities with patients in traction
These four basic interventions can help to alleviate the symptoms of a sprain or a strain. A strai
These are the steps of the nursing process. Gather information, determine the problem and the best a
The instrumental activities of daily living are used to determine a patient’s ability to carry out n
Use the mnemonic BEEP to remember minor bleeding precautions. Think – if the patient sees any bleedi
When teaching a patient how to walk with a cane it is important to instruct them to keep the cane on
