Nursing Notes and Study Guides for Student Nurses

Gastroesophageal Reflux

Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is a common and often benign condition that affects people of all ages. It occurs when stomach contents, including acid and digestive enzymes, flow backward into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn and regurgitation.

Diagnostic Tests Notes

Bronchoscopy

Bronchoscopy is an invasive procedure that permits the direct examination of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi using either a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope or a rigid metal bronchoscope.

Medical-Surgical Nursing Notes

Giardiasis

Giardiasis is a major diarrheal disease found throughout the world. It is usually represents a zoonosis with cross-infectivity between animals and humans.

Diagnostic Tests

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Learn about Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in this study guide for nurses.

Computed Tomography Scan Nursing Diagnostic and Laboratory Tests - Responsibilities, Procedures, and Nursing Considerations

Diagnostic Tests Notes

Computed Tomography (CT) Scan

Computed tomography (CT), also known as computerized axial tomography (CAT), or CT scanning computerized tomography is a painless, non-invasive diagnostic imaging procedure that produces cross-sectional images of several types of tissue not clearly seen on a traditional X-ray.

Pediatric Nursing

Enterobiasis

Enterobiasis (also called pinworm, seatworm, or threadworm infection) is a benign intestinal disease caused by the nematode Enterobius vermicularis. It is the most prevalent helminthic infection in the United States.

Notes Pediatric Nursing

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron deficiency anemia occurs when the body lacks sufficient iron to produce an adequate amount of hemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells. Iron deficiency anemia can lead to fatigue, weakness, pale skin, and other symptoms that affect the individual's daily functioning and overall quality of life.

Pediatric Nursing

Congenital Talipes Equinovarus (Clubfoot)

Congenital Talipes Equinovarus, commonly known as clubfoot, is a congenital musculoskeletal deformity affecting the foot and ankle, present at birth. This condition is characterized by an inward and downward twisting of the foot, causing it to appear turned inwards and pointed downwards.

Pediatric Nursing

Turner Syndrome

Turner Syndrome is a complex genetic condition that affects females and involves the partial or complete absence of one X chromosome. It is caused by the absence of one set of genes from the short arm of one X chromosome.