Matt Vera BSN, R.N., Author at Nurseslabs

Electroconvulsive Therapy

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a procedure in which electric currents are passed through the brain, deliberately triggering a brief seizure. Electroconvulsive therapy seems to cause changes in brain chemistry that can immediately reverse symptoms of certain mental illnesses. It often works when other treatments are unsuccessful.

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Nursing Abbreviations and Acronyms: Guide to Medical Terminology

Ever wondered how healthcare professionals communicate complex information so efficiently? Dive into the world of medical abbreviations and acronyms—essential tools that transform lengthy terms like "complete blood count" into simple "CBC," ensuring clarity and speed in patient care.

Community Health Nursing

Levels of Health Care Referral System

There are 3 different levels of health care system which are primary, secondary, and tertiary. In this post, you'll get to know more about these health care systems.

Dermatitis Nursing Care Plans and Nursing Diagnosis

Integumentary Care Plans Nursing Care Plans

4 Dermatitis Nursing Care Plans

Here are four (4) nursing care plans for dermatitis.

Mastectomy Nursing Care Plans and Nursing Diagnosis

Genitourinary Care Plans Nursing Care Plans Surgery and Perioperative Care Plans

15 Mastectomy Nursing Care Plans

Mastectomy is the surgical removal of the breast which is usually a surgical management for patients with breast cancer. Here are 14 Mastectomy Nursing Care Plans

Nursing Care Plans

3 Diabetes Insipidus Nursing Care Plans

Diabetes Insipidus (DI) is a disorder in which there is an abnormal increase in urine output, fluid intake and often thirst. Here are 3 Nursing Care Plans for Diabetes Insipidus.

Medical-Surgical Nursing

Legionnaire’s Disease

Legionnaire’s Disease is an acute bronchopneumonia produced by gram-negative bacillus, Legionella pneumophila.

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

The 10 Rights of Drug Administration

Despite the "5 Rights" of medication administration, errors still happen. Expanding to the "10 Rights"—including the right to refuse, right knowledge, right questions, right advice, and right response—enhances patient safety and care quality in today’s complex healthcare environment.