A realistic scenario demonstrates a routine physical assessment on a healthy patient, using a head-to-toe format. Throughout the program, information is given regarding abnormal findings and their ind
A realistic scenario demonstrates a routine physical assessment on a healthy patient, using a head-to-toe format. Throughout the program, information is given regarding abnormal findings and their ind
Peripheral IVs are placed to deliver fluids, medications, and blood products. This program will describe how to choose the proper equipment and the best site, prepare the site for the needle stick, se
This program will focus on percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy tubes (PEGS) and percutaneous endoscopic jejunostomy tubes (PEJs or J-tubes). The rationale for their use as well as the procedure for ins
This program will explore several types of surgical drains, focusing on the Jackson Pratt, Hemovac, Penrose, and wound vacuum. For each, the rationale for its use, nursing assessments, dressing change
This program begins with an historical overview of Cystic Fibrosis (CF). Using art and animation, it then describes the pathophysiology of the disease, including its genetic component. Next, the signs
This program begins with a discussion of the incidence and prevalence of pulmonary embolism (PE) in the United States and goes on to describe the risk factors associated with its development. The film
This program describes the two most common manifestations of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease / COPD: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. The pathophysiology, symptoms, and diagnostic tests of each
This program contains a description of the risk factors associated with the development of pleural effusion and hemothorax, as well as, the pathophysiology and symptoms for each disorder. In addition,
This program describes how the nurse should utilize her knowledge, senses, evaluation techniques, interviewing skills, and intuition in working with patients. There is an emphasis on patient assessmen
In this program, the pathophysiology of both allergies and anaphylaxis is explained. In addition, common types of allergens such as pollen, weeds, grass, dust mites, molds, animal dander, insect venom
Respiratory disorders can be precipitated by a myriad of factors. The programs in this three-part series focus on conditions which are impacted by external factors. Didactic Information is presented u
This program begins with a discussion of the incidence, prevalence, and risk factors associated with lung cancer. It then describes the general pathophysiology of the disease and moves on to explain t
This program begins with a discussion of the incidence and prevalence of asthma and moves on to describe the triggers and pathophysiology associated with it. The classifications of asthma are defined.
This program begins with a discussion of the incidence and prevalence of asthma and moves on to describe the triggers and pathophysiology associated with it. The classifications of asthma are defined.
