This program will discuss the chain of infection as well as some of the basic interventions that can be performed to protect patients and staff including the use of standard precautions and personal p
This program describes peripherally inserted central catheters, or PICC lines. It begins with a brief discussion about the rationale for their use and continues with a scenario that explains patient p
Evaluation of the heart and lungs, approaches to pain management, prevention of nausea, and treatment of fatigue are emphasized in Part 2 of this series.
This program discusses the basics of medical mathematics. It begins with the international system of SI units, SI derived units, and non-SI units. It then details the nomenclature of metric prefixes a
This program serves as an introduction to 3-lead EKG interpretation. Illustration, animation, real-time footage, actual rhythm strips, and scenarios are used throughout the program to demonstrate the
This program provides the generalist oncology nurse with a sound basis in the expanding field of genetics and presents an overview of the ethical considerations that can occur as a result of genetic t
This section focuses on the list of oncology conditions frequently treated with radiation therapy as a single modality or in combination with other cancer treatments.
Cultural differences bring special challenges to the evaluation process. Included are discussions and demonstrations of various techniques for interviewing individuals with impairments. Techniques for
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 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 focuses on the patient with bipolar disorder, including the effects of the disease on daily life, the current treatments, side effects, how the medications affect brain function, and the
This program provides an entertaining, creative description of the nervous system. It begins by describing neurons and neuroglia and their role in the transmission of nerve impulses. The program concl
This segment discusses perception and then describes schemata and the research technique of habituation-dishabituation. It includes Piaget's theories of object permanence and the sensorimotor stage, m
This section discusses some of the overall changes in children's behavior during the school-age years, including an increased ability to deal with frustration and a decline in impulsiveness. It illust
This program discusses the incidence of hip replacement surgery and preoperative patient management issues including patient education, transfer/gait training, and home modification. It clarifies post
This program demonstrates the immediate assessment of the newborn including Apgar score and initial scanning. It then demonstrates a detailed assessment including measurement of weight, length and hea
This program follows a couple through their pregnancy from conception until birth. It describes the emotional and psychological reactions of the couple and the physical changes that occur in both the
