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 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 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 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 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
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
For many women, pregnancy is an uncomplicated nine months during which time they eagerly anticipate the birth of their baby; however, for some women, it can be a challenge. This series will focus on f
For healthcare professionals, administering medications safely is one of the most important aspects of caring for the patient. This four-part series provides a thorough overview on how to give medicat
The roles of a Code Blue team are demonstrated in this program as staff go through a mock code scenario in an inpatient unit. Each member, including the team leader, bedside nurses, anesthesiologist,
This program demonstrates the resuscitation of an in-patient who suffers an unwitnessed pulseless arrest on an acute care floor. It begins when a nurse finds an unresponsive patient and describes her
The diagnosis of mental retardation can be challenging. Like other developmental disorders, retardation can have symptoms that mimic other conditions. This program discusses ways in which the child is
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
IVs are utilized in all care settings including home care. This program discusses and describes the various types of IV access and their uses, including advantages, disadvantages, and safety precautio
As people age, the number of health problems and medications tend to increase. This program discusses the physiologic changes brought on by aging, and how these affect the administration of oral and p
As people age, the number of health problems and medications tend to increase. This program discusses the physiologic changes brought on by aging, and how these affect the administration of oral and p
Pediatric patients have a much higher risk of injury or death from medication errors than adults. In this program, the physiologic differences that affect their reaction to both illness and medication
This program will focus on nasogastric or NG tubes. We will discuss the rationale for their use, the procedure for placement in an awake, alert patient, and nursing assessments and interventions befor
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
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 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
This program demonstrates the resuscitation of an in-patient who suffers an unwitnessed pulseless arrest on an acute care floor. It begins when a nurse finds an unresponsive patient and describes her
The Code Blue team has been notified that a patient who was found apneic and pulseless in a pond will be arriving in the Emergency Department in several minutes. This program begins by showing how the
Symptom Management for the Patient with Lung Cancer will assist the nurse and other members of the cancer care team in providing meaningful guidance and care for patients with lung cancer.
Tumor Lysis Syndrome is a pattern of metabolic abnormalities that results from rapid cell breakdown. Proactive clinical intervention includes the prompt identification of patients at risk, the impleme
Malignant Pleural Effusions are the result of rather complex pathophysiologic changes within the pleura. The diagnosis of a pleural effusion requires a coordinated interplay of history taking, advance
Sepsis and DIC are two of the most common and complex, oncologic emergencies that nurses manage. A thorough discussion of the physiology of each emergency corresponds with an in depth review of the pe
Sepsis and DIC are two of the most common and complex, oncologic emergencies that nurses manage. A thorough discussion of the physiology of each emergency corresponds with an in depth review of the pe
Sepsis and DIC are two of the most common and complex, oncologic emergencies that nurses manage. A thorough discussion of the physiology of each emergency corresponds with an in depth review of the pe
