Discipline: Science

Care PlanCare Plan

  You are the nurse caring for a 64-year-old male client who is postoperative day four on the medical-surgical unit after having an emergency right colectomy due to cancer. The client is NPO with a nasogastric (NG) tube to low intermittent suction. The client has a history of smoking and no other health problems.   Vital […]

Daily RoutineDaily Routine

  Clinical judgment in our daily practice can influence how we (nurses) take care of our patients. Our everyday care of our patients also incorporate ethical care and charting. Why should nursing include evidence-based practice into their daily routine?

Care PlanCare Plan

 You are the nurse caring for a 66-year-old female client with complaints of lower abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and a low-grade fever over the past two days who is admitted to the medical-surgical unit with the diagnosis of urinary tract infection (UTI). The client’s family reported the client was confused and incontinent with urine that […]

Communication Techniques WorksheetCommunication Techniques Worksheet

Communication      techniques used to promote safety within the healthcare facility. Communication      techniques used to provide optimal patient care. Instructions: · Answer the questions listed below using complete sentences. · Use correct grammar, spelling and APA format.  · Support your answers using credible sources such as textbooks, course materials, and evidence-based articles (1 Point)

Patient Falls WorksheetPatient Falls Worksheet

   Complete all lesson content and assigned readings. Make sure that you are focusing on: · Common causes of patient falls · Actions to prevent falls  Instructions: · Answer the questions listed below using complete sentences. · Use correct grammar, spelling and APA format.  · Support your answers using credible sources such as textbooks, course […]

Common HazardsCommon Hazards

  Take some time to research the many hazards that you will face as you take care of your patient. Describe one hazard that could harm you and/or you patient in the healthcare setting. What actions can nurses take to prevent harm to your patient or self?