Gil Wayne BSN, R.N., Author at Nurseslabs

Vital Signs: Pulse

Assessing pulse rate is a fundamental component of vital sign monitoring and provides valuable information about a patient’s cardiovascular health. The pulse reflects the heart’s

Career

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) Career Guide: How to Become an LPN/LVN

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)—called a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in some states—is a healthcare professional who provides basic nursing care under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) and physicians.

Career

Nurse Educator Career Guide: How to Become a Nurse Instructor

Nurse educators, also known as nursing instructors, are registered nurses who train and mentor future nurses—playing a vital role in addressing the growing nursing workforce shortage.

Body Temperature - Nursing Notes Study Guides

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Vital Signs: Temperature

Body temperature is a vital sign reflecting the body’s ability to maintain a stable internal environment through heat production and heat loss. It is a vital parameter used to assess a patient's physiological status.

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Obtaining Wound Drainage Specimen for Culture

A wound culture helps identify pathogens in an infected wound, guiding targeted antimicrobial treatment. What is a Wound Culture? A wound culture is a diagnostic

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Providing Perineal-Genital Care (Peri Care)

Perineal care, or pericare, involves cleaning a patient’s genital and anal areas, essential for those who are immobile or recovering. It helps maintain skin health,

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Dietary Intake and Recording

Monitoring dietary intake in nursing is a fundamental part of patient care that supports nutritional health and recovery. Proper dietary intake ensures that patients receive

Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring - Nursing Notes Study Guides

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Monitoring Fluid Intake and Output (I&O)

Keeping track of a patient’s fluid intake and output is one of those fundamental practices that truly makes a difference in their care. As nurses,

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Blood Glucose Monitoring

Blood glucose monitoring is an essential component of diabetes management and patient care. It entails measuring the blood’s glucose (sugar) levels to ensure they stay

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Administering Oxygen Therapy

Oxygen therapy is a vital intervention used in healthcare to treat patients with respiratory insufficiencies. Administering oxygen therapy involves providing supplemental oxygen to patients to