This program provides an overview of the three main parts of the circulatory system - the heart, blood vessels, and blood. It describes the structures and functions of the heart, including the conduct
This program will discuss two types of central venous catheters: those with external ports and those implanted beneath skin. The rational for the use of each type is explained using scenarios as well
This program describes the removal of necrotic or foreign material from a wound using surgical, sharp, mechanical, autolytic, and enzymatic interventions. Definitions, illustrations, and video demonst
Sinus arrhythmia, sinus bradycardia, sinus tachycardia, atrial flutter, and atrial fibrillation are discussed in this program using illustration, animation, and scenarios. The pathophysiology and symp
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
This program begins with a description of the pathophysiology of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), using visuals, art and animation. It then moves to a scenario-based discussion of the signs
This program begins with a brief description of the nursing implications associated with respiratory suctioning. Next, a detailed discussion of upper airway suctioning is provided using real-time foot
This program begins with a brief description of the nursing implications associated with respiratory suctioning. Next, a detailed discussion of upper airway suctioning is provided using real-time foot
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 demonstrates a head-to-toe physical evaluation of both male and female patients. Using a body system approach, the program emphasizes the physiologic changes that occur with aging. Part
Many healthcare providers are uncomfortable caring for children. Using real-time footage, this program demonstrates how to prepare patients in five age groups: infants, toddlers, pre-school, school-ag
This 10-part series describes the circulatory, digestive, nervous, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, reproductive, urinary, integumentary, and endocrine systems. Using didactics, art, graphics and anim
This program presents the nursing process as a system for planning nursing care. Using a realistic patient care scenario, the five steps of the process are identified and described as a student nurse
Using a question and answer format, this program explains the Food Guide Pyramid for Young Children and discusses the importance of fats, including whole milk, for children in the second year. Dental
This course explores the Cluster C -the "anxious or fearful" - personality disorders. It examines each of these in depth, looking at their development, prevalence, symptoms, impact and treatment and u
It describes, using the seven-step method of EKG analysis, common sinus dysrhythmias--sinus arrhythmia, sinus bradycardia, sinus tachycardia, and sinus block; common atrial dysrhythmias-- premature at
This program describes symptoms and characteristics of autism, screening using the CHAT test, and the importance of early intervention. Strategies for treating and educating young children with the di
This program discusses the tasks which are crucial to a preschooler's emotional and social development. It describes Erikson's stages pertaining to preschool children, and Rene Spitz's stages of how c
