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Digital Marketing Success

January 21, 2020 by Greg Leave a Comment

I'm going to tell you a story today...one that I think many people can't tell, because few put themselves in the position I am in. And it's called … [Read more...] about Digital Marketing Success

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Best 12 Lead EKG Interpretation Cheat Sheet Video Ever Created.

May 8, 2017 by Greg 9 Comments

Interpret 12 lead ECG easily using these easy to remember tips. Locate Myocardial Infarction Accurately in all Areas. Lateral MI, Anterior MI, … [Read more...] about Best 12 Lead EKG Interpretation Cheat Sheet Video Ever Created.

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How to Calculate Mean Arterial Pressure

May 6, 2017 by Greg 28 Comments

mean-arterial-pressure

Mean arterial pressure (MAP) is a function of systolic and diastolic blood pressure. The easiest way to calculate MAP is to get the pulse pressure … [Read more...] about How to Calculate Mean Arterial Pressure

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How to Become a Nurse

January 13, 2017 by Greg 1 Comment

Nursing Student

From a CNA to a CRNA, DNP or Nurse Practitioner. A Detailed Summary on How to Become a Nurse. Be a Nurse! Becoming a nurse can be a very rewarding … [Read more...] about How to Become a Nurse

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EKG Rhythms. Best Arrhythmia Interpretation Guide with Practice Strips & Quiz

January 2, 2017 by Greg 4 Comments

AIVR Accelerated Idioventricular Rhythm

EKG Rhythms Interpretation can be tricky especially when it comes to the uncommon ones. With enough understanding of  distinct features of each … [Read more...] about EKG Rhythms. Best Arrhythmia Interpretation Guide with Practice Strips & Quiz

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ICU Note. Shift Change documentation in Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

February 27, 2016 by Greg Leave a Comment

I just thought I should write several sample ICU change of shift nursing notes, the way I know how to. You are more than welcome to comment with your … [Read more...] about ICU Note. Shift Change documentation in Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

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ACLS drugs that can be given through endotracheal tube

October 4, 2013 by Greg 2 Comments

Which ACLS drugs that can be given through endotracheal tube in absence of IV/IO access?Epinephrine Lidocaine Vassopressin … [Read more...] about ACLS drugs that can be given through endotracheal tube

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How to Write ICU Shift Reassessment Note

August 7, 2013 by Greg Leave a Comment

How to Write ICU Shift Reassessment Note Reassessments completed. No acute events has occurred since the last assessment. No changes noted since the … [Read more...] about How to Write ICU Shift Reassessment Note

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How to Write Opening ICU Nursing Note

August 7, 2013 by Greg 1 Comment

Received report from outgoing RN, labs, orders, medication profile, trends, plans and family dynamics reviewed. Assumed pt care.Safety checks … [Read more...] about How to Write Opening ICU Nursing Note

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Ghrelin and Cortisol Hormones: Is this why night shift Nurses fight Weight Loss?

May 15, 2013 by Greg Leave a Comment

Ghrelin and Cortisol Hormones: Is this why night shift Nurses fight Weight Loss? Ghrelin is a hormone that primarily controls hunger and satiety. … [Read more...] about Ghrelin and Cortisol Hormones: Is this why night shift Nurses fight Weight Loss?

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6 Diets That Can save Your Life

February 18, 2012 by Greg Leave a Comment

AmericanHeart Association diet Low saturated fats Limit sugar intake Limit salt intake Encourages 4-9 servings fruits/veg. per … [Read more...] about 6 Diets That Can save Your Life

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American Heart Association (AHA) Diet

February 18, 2012 by Greg Leave a Comment

American heart association diet

American Heart Association (AHA) diet. AHA  has clear guidelines on how to prevent cardiovascular diseases and disorders associated with diet. The … [Read more...] about American Heart Association (AHA) Diet

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12 Lead EKG Interpretation Part #3

March 23, 2011 by Greg 10 Comments

Normal EKG

EKG LEADS PLACEMENT BIPOLAR LEADS: Bipolar leads are so named because they require a positive pole and a negative pole. Just like a a battery that … [Read more...] about 12 Lead EKG Interpretation Part #3

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How to Calculate The Expected Day of Delivery

March 15, 2011 by Greg 3 Comments

Accurate history-taking is an integral part of the antenatal booking assessment. Knowing the expected day of delivery of fetal age is important to … [Read more...] about How to Calculate The Expected Day of Delivery

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A Nurse Fired For Looking at Tiger Woods Medical Records

January 22, 2011 by Greg 1 Comment

A nurse by the name David M. Rothenberg was fired from Orlando-area hospital for looking at Tiger Woods records after he was admitted in that hospital … [Read more...] about A Nurse Fired For Looking at Tiger Woods Medical Records

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A nurse is the ultimate patient advocate

January 22, 2011 by Greg Leave a Comment

"Patient advocacy seems to have taken on a life of its own, becoming fraught with negative connotations and litigation scandals.However, if we let the … [Read more...] about A nurse is the ultimate patient advocate

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12 Lead EKG Interpretation Part #2

December 27, 2010 by Greg 15 Comments

Understanding 12 Lead EKG: Basic Cardiac Arrhythmias In the second part of 12 lead EKG interpretation, we will look at simple heart arrhythmias that … [Read more...] about 12 Lead EKG Interpretation Part #2

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12 Lead EKG Explained: Part #1

December 21, 2010 by Greg 23 Comments

Normal EKG

You just got report from outgoing nurse about  Mrs Troponin, a 53 years old female who was admitted for GI related issues. On assessment, Mrs Troponin … [Read more...] about 12 Lead EKG Explained: Part #1

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Understanding Acute Myocardial Infarction Biomarkers

December 20, 2010 by Greg 16 Comments

Acute myocardial infarction biomarkers

Heart attack, MI & AMI are common terms you might have heard all being associated to the heart. Each nursing or any medical care provider ought to … [Read more...] about Understanding Acute Myocardial Infarction Biomarkers

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Taking Care of PICC Lines

October 6, 2009 by Greg 1 Comment

PICC lines are commonly used for intravenous therapies that will take a long time. In most hospitals, PICC lines are inserted when therapy is … [Read more...] about Taking Care of PICC Lines

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How to Prevent Infant Death

September 27, 2009 by Greg Leave a Comment

It is the worst nightmare any Mom or Dad can ever have in this world, infant death. While sometimes there is nothing that could have been done … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Infant Death

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How to Prevent Decubitus Ulcers (Pressure Wounds)

September 19, 2009 by Greg 2 Comments

Take care of your skin  Do skin checks in the morning and the last thing at night. Look for redness, dark areas, cracks, bruises, and blisters. … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Decubitus Ulcers (Pressure Wounds)

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How to Take Promote Surgical Wound Healing

September 19, 2009 by Greg Leave a Comment

How to Take Promote Surgical Wound Healing Limit stretching the areas around your wound. This will help prevent bleeding and swelling of the … [Read more...] about How to Take Promote Surgical Wound Healing

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Understanding Diabetic Ketoacidosis

September 19, 2009 by Greg 1 Comment

What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis?Diabetic ketoacidosis is also called "DKA." It is a serious problem in people with diabetes  mellitus. DKA happens … [Read more...] about Understanding Diabetic Ketoacidosis

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PICC Line Care

September 11, 2009 by Greg 1 Comment

Today I am going to give you tips about taking care of a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC).  PICC lines are normally inserted when use of … [Read more...] about PICC Line Care

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How to Take Care of a Foley Catheter

September 11, 2009 by Greg Leave a Comment

Today I am going to give you tips about taking care of a Foley catheter. Foley catheters are used to drain urine from the bladder in a critically sick … [Read more...] about How to Take Care of a Foley Catheter

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