Paul Martin, BSN, R.N., Author at Nurseslabs

Bladder Scanning

Bladder scanning is a noninvasive diagnostic procedure that uses ultrasound waves to assess the volume of urine in the bladder.

Urine Output - Nursing Notes Study Guides

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Measuring Urine Output

Measuring urinary output is a basic nursing task used to monitor a patient’s fluid balance and kidney function. This guide details the procedure, equipment, importance

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Nebulizer Therapy

Nebulization or nebulizer therapy is a method of delivering medication directly into the lungs in aerosol form through a nebulizer.

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Chest Physiotherapy

Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) is a therapeutic approach used in nursing care to enhance respiratory function by mobilizing secretions, promoting lung expansion, and clearing airways. CPT

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Suctioning involves mechanically removing lung secretions in patients with artificial airways, such as endotracheal or tracheostomy tubes. In healthy individuals, natural mechanisms like ciliated cells,

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Managing Peripheral IV Therapy Complications

Local complications such as hematoma, thrombosis, phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, infiltration, and extravasation are frequently associated with peripheral IV catheters.

Total Parenteral Nutrition - Nursing Notes Study Guides

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)

Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) is a medical intervention that provides life-sustaining nutrients directly into the bloodstream for patients who cannot eat or absorb nutrients through

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Collecting Stool Specimen

Stool specimen collection is a diagnostic tool used to evaluate different gastrointestinal conditions. This non-invasive procedure helps to identify infections, diseases, and abnormalities within the

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Collecting Urine Specimen

Collecting urine specimens is a common and basic procedure in medical practice, providing valuable information for diagnosing and monitoring various health conditions. Urine tests can detect infections, kidney disease, metabolic disorders, and many other conditions.

Nursing Fundamentals and Skills

Intravenous Administration

Intravenous (IV) medication administration involves delivering medications directly into a patient's bloodstream through a vein. This method allows for rapid onset of action, and precise control over drug levels, and is essential in various medical settings, including emergency care, surgeries, and chronic disease management.