Nursing Infographics - Corticosteroids: Anti-Inflammatory Medicine Corticosteroids are used to relieve inflammation, which occurs when the immune system or the natural defense of our body from infection and illness fails. This results to parts of our body become swollen, red and filled with fluid when infection occurs. … [Read more...] about Corticosteroids: Anti-Inflammatory Medicine

Nursing Mnemonics: 5 As To Alzheimer's Diagnosis Amnesia Anomia Apraxia Aphasia Agnosia Alzheimer's disease accounts for 60% to 70% of cases of dementia. In Alzheimer's disease, the brain cells themselves degenerate and die, causing a steady decline in memory and mental function. … [Read more...] about Nursing Mnemonics: 5 As To Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

One of the major functions of a nurse is to insert IV lines on patients. This should be done perfectly but experienced nurses may still encounter or face problems like a blown vein. In order to minimize patient discomfort and overall productivity of a nurse, here are some useful tips to lessen or eliminate those errors. Assess the veins – Look for a good vein by palpating … [Read more...] about Tips on How Not to Blow Your Patients Vein

Peritonitis is inflammation of the membranes of the abdominal wall and organs. Peritonitis may be caused by the rupture of infected organs such as the appendix or bowel. Symptoms include strong abdominal (stomach) pain. Peritonitis is life threatening if not treated promptly. The symptoms of peritonitis include: Severe and constant abdominal pain Fever Inability to … [Read more...] about Nursing Mnemonics: Peritonitis “Hot Belly”

Working at night is an essential part of nurses providing a comprehensive 24-hour service to patients. Here are five strategies for making the night shift work in your favor. 1. Make yourself more visible. Stay visible to administrators and get involved. Staff meetings are often an important part of a work schedule. Attend and participate. 2. Seek learning … [Read more...] about Ways to Optimize Night-Shift Work