This program defines play and discusses some of its functions including gross and fine motor development, cognitive development, creativity, socialization, self-awareness, and therapeutic value. It de
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
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 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 two part program discusses one of the most prevalent health problems in the world ? coronary artery disease. This program looks at the definition of the disease and its impact on the health care
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
The program on Pacing focuses on the temporary external (transcutaneous) pacemaker, the temporary internal (transvenous) pacemaker, and implanted permanent pacemakers. The program lists the advantages
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
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
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
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 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 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 will describe peripheral arterial lines, including rationale for their use, equipment needed for their cannulation, and pre- and post-placement assessments. In addition, setting a hemodyn
Healthcare professionals must be able to accurately interpret arterial blood gases. This program begins by explaining the major components of an ABG and the compensatory mechanisms that take place to
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
This program presents a graphically illustrated overview of the cardiovascular system, examining how cardiac medications affect the system in general. It defines the types of medications used in cardi
This program focuses on the integration of relaxation and guided imagery into clinical practice, and provides clinical vignettes of these complementary approaches.
This program defines barriers that serve as obstacles to effective cancer pain relief and provides the essential components of a thorough pain assessment.
This program defines barriers that serve as obstacles to effective cancer pain relief and provides the essential components of a thorough pain assessment.
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
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
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
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 provides an overview of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, including demographics, symptoms, and affects on daily life. Testing, evaluation, and challenges in making the diagnosis
This program provides an overview of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, including demographics, symptoms, and affects on daily life. Testing, evaluation, and challenges in making the diagnosis
This program discusses nursing management in the care of skin irritation, dysphagia, mucositis resulting from external beam radiation as well as patient education interventions.
Pneumothorax and tension pneumothorax can be life-threatening events. This program discusses the risk factors, causes, pathophysiology, and symptoms associated with each of them. In addition, the film
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
Because coronary artery disease may be lethal yet asymptomatic, early diagnosis is important. This program discusses the different methods of diagnosing coronary artery disease, including history and
Tools for increasing cultural competency through self-awareness and improved interpersonal skills are the core of this program. Techniques to avoid generalization of cultural traits are discussed, as
This program dramatizes interactions which define and illustrate techniques for talking with patients: ways of encouraging conversation, helping patients express their thoughts and feelings, and insur
This program discusses various aspects of the endocrine system including hormones, the pituitary gland, and hypothalamus. The information is presented beautifully through art and animation.
