Moving Patients from Bed to Chair or Wheelchair
Learn the proper way on how to move patients on bed to a chair or wheelchair.
Cleaning Bedpans and Urinals
What is the correct way to clean bedpans and urinals? Learn the process here.
Documentation and Reporting in Nursing
Documentation is anything written or printed that is relied on as a record of proof for authorized persons. Documentation and reporting in nursing are needed for continuity of care it is also a legal requirement showing the nursing care performed or not performed by a nurse.
Change a Hospital Gown for Patients with IV Line
Hospital gowns are a staple in healthcare settings, providing patients with convenient attire during hospital stays while allowing medical professionals easy access for procedures.
Communication in Nursing: Documentation and Reporting
Ever wondered what sets exceptional nurses apart? It’s their mastery of communication. From the first hello to the final goodbye, effective communication is crucial in building trust, executing care, and ensuring patient satisfaction. Dive in to discover the secrets behind flawless nursing interactions!
Nursing Care of the Dead (Postmortem Care)
In healthcare, a nurse’s role extends beyond a patient’s final breath, encompassing vital postmortem care. Understanding the body’s initial changes after death is crucial for ensuring compassionate, dignified treatment. Nurses provide both physical care and emotional support to grieving families, navigating this delicate phase with sensitivity.
Hot Sitz Bath (Hip Bath)
Sitz bath or hip bath is a bath in which a patient sits in water up to the hips to relieve discomfort and pain in the lower part of the body. Sitz bath works by keeping the affected area clean and increasing the flow of blood.
Vaginal Irrigation (Douche)
Vaginal Irrigation or Vaginal Douche is the injection of fluid either plain or medicated into the vaginal canal under low pressure to facilitate cleansing of the vaginal tract.
The Nightingale Pledge And Its Versions
In 1893, Lystra Gretter crafted the Nightingale Pledge, a revolutionary code that transformed nursing by embedding Florence Nightingale’s ethical standards. First adopted at Harper Hospital, it evolved to champion patient care, professionalism, and the modern values that guide nurses today.
Urinary Catheterization
Urinary Catheterization is the introduction of a catheter through the urethra into the bladder for the purpose of withdrawing urine.