Tag: infection
6 Urinary Tract Infection Nursing Care Plans
The focus of this care plan for Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) include relief of pain and discomfort, increased knowledge of preventive measures and treatment regimen, and absence of complications. Here are six (6) nursing care plans (NCP) for urinary tract infections (UTI):
Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle cell anemia is a severe hemolytic anemia that results from inheritance of the sickle hemoglobin gene.
Bacterial Meningitis
Meningitis is an inflammation of the lining around the brain and spinal cord caused by bacteria or viruses.
Peritonitis
Peritonitis is the inflammation of the peritoneum, the serous membrane lining the abdominal cavity and covering the viscera.
Sepsis and Septic Shock
Sepsis is a systemic response to infection. Septic shock is associated with sepsis.
High-Risk Pregnancy
High-risk pregnancies are those concurrent disorders, pregnancy-related complications, or external factors that endanger the health of the woman and the fetus. Nurses must have the awareness regarding these diseases so they can act swiftly during these emergencies.
8 Weird Workplace Dangers Nurses Have to Deal With
Here are eight workplace dangers only nurses have to deal with (and, really, deserve more appreciation for putting up with them).
NCLEX Exam: Immunologic Disorders (25 Items)
This nursing exam covers Immunologic Disorders. Test your knowledge with this 25-item exam. Get that perfect score in your NCLEX or NLE exams with this questionnaire.
Brain Abscess
A brain abscess is a collection of infectious material within the tissue of the brain. Bacteria are the most common causative organisms. An abscess can result from intra-cranial surgery, penetrating head injury, or tongue piercing.
