Nursing Notes and Study Guides for Student Nurses

Urinary System Anatomy and Physiology

Welcome to the fascinating world of the Urinary System Anatomy and Physiology tailored for nurses. As the body's vital system for filtering and expelling waste, understanding its intricate workings is crucial for every nurse. Dive in to explore its structures, functions, and importance in maintaining overall health, ensuring you're equipped with comprehensive knowledge to provide the best patient care.

Anatomy & Physiology

Respiratory System Anatomy and Physiology

Breathe life into your understanding with our guide on the respiratory system anatomy and physiology. Nursing students, immerse yourself in the intricate dance of inhalation and exhalation that fuels every living moment.

Medical-Surgical Nursing

Cancer

Cancer is a disease process that begins when an abnormal cell is transformed by the genetic mutation of the cellular DNA.

Anatomy & Physiology

Cardiovascular System Anatomy and Physiology

Journey to the heart of our being with the cardiovascular system study guide. Aspiring nurses, chart the pulsating rivers of life as you discover the anatomy and dynamics of the body's powerful pump and intricate vessel networks.

Medical-Surgical Nursing

Neurogenic Shock

Neurogenic shock is a distributive type of shock. It is a type of shock (a life-threatening medical condition in which there is insufficient blood flow throughout the body) that is caused by the sudden loss of signals from the sympathetic nervous system that maintain the normal muscle tone in blood vessel walls.

Medical-Surgical Nursing

Anaphylactic Shock

Anaphylactic shock occurs rapidly and is life-threatening. It is a systemic, type I hypersensitivity reaction that often has fatal consequences. Anaphylaxis causes the immune system to release a flood of chemicals that can cause a person to go into shock.

Medical-Surgical Nursing

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is classified as a metabolic bone disorder. It occurs when the creation of new bone doesn't keep up with the removal of old bone. It also causes bones to become weak and brittle — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses such as bending over or coughing can cause a fracture.