Mental retardation, a developmental disorder with many causes, both known and unknown, is described in this program using the criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fou
In this program, a realistic scenario is utilized, demonstrating the physical assessment of a healthy individual using a systems-based approach. As each body system is assessed, abnormal findings and
This course pertains to common blocks to therapeutic communication: using reassuring cliches, giving advice, requesting an explanation, agreeing, expressing disapproval, defending, belittling feelings
Using laboratory slides, electron photomicrographs, and actual clinical settings, this series gives a detailed overview, is rich in visuals and easy to comprehend. Each program covers normal and abnor
This course pertains to common blocks to therapeutic communication: using reassuring cliches, giving advice, requesting an explanation, agreeing, expressing disapproval, defending, belittling feelings
This program describes the various mechanisms used to make the diagnosis of autism or one of its related syndromes. It begins with recognition of the child with autistic behaviors and a description of
This program provides a rapid demonstration of two common skills associated with the maintenance of a central venous access device: blood draws and dressing changes.
Medication safety and error prevention are major areas of concern in healthcare. Information provided in this program includes the Six Rights of Medication Administration; descriptions of the various
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
An historical perspective on the influence motion pictures had on ECT in the 1970s and 1980s is featured. In addition, there is information about artists and athletes who underwent this treatment and
This section contains descriptions of the effects ECT has on brain physiology, new ?lower impact? techniques, such as vagal nerve stimulation, and magnetic seizure therapy. Included is a real-time dem
The information in this program will provide the learner with a good working knowledge of the stimulant and non-stimulant medications currently used to treat adult and childhood AD/HD. Also included i
This program focuses on the various behavioral techniques in use or under investigation for the treatment of AD/HD. A comprehensive treatment program for the disorder is discussed. The value of counse
Dressings are a major component of the give and take paradigm for wound management. This program describes the composition, function, and selection strategies for 13 different types of wound dressings
This program demonstrates how to determine the gestational age of a newborn based on physical and neuromuscular findings. It illustrates how to compute the findings to distinguish those infants who ar
Calculations and Unit Analysis builds upon the information and techniques presented in the first two programs and adds the important concept of unit analysis. Frequently performed nursing calculations
This section discusses the incidence and prevalence of malpractice in the United States. The program uses short case studies to describe each of the elements of malpractice and how nurses can avoid th
This section identifies common reactions, fears and needs of young children whose parents are experiencing various stages of illness in the cancer trajectory and demonstrates how to help these childre
This program describes the procedures used for suctioning the lower airway, including information on equipment and assessments. In addition, it explains the process for specimen collection of respirat
In Part One, we first discuss the definition and demographics of heart failure including the common terms used to describe it. Next, is an overview of the many causes of heart failure. The pathophysio
This series discusses the role of standardized codes of ethics and the impact of legislation on today's healthcare provider. The viewer will become familiar with the growing role of the Bioethics Comm
This series discusses the role of standardized codes of ethics and the impact of legislation on today's healthcare provider. The viewer will become familiar with the growing role of the Bioethics Comm
This program discusses the JCAHO mandate that health care institutions address ethical issues related to patient care. Beneficence, non-maleficence, autonomy, justice, fidelity, veracity, values, conf
Focus of this program is the first provision of the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics. Short scenarios and commentary from healthcare providers demonstrate key points.
Focus of this program is the first provision of the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics. Short scenarios and commentary from healthcare providers demonstrate key points.
This program describes an assessment of an elder's mental status as well as the socioeconomic factors that play a major role in his or her ability to maintain an optimal level of functioning.
This program describes the formation and function of the five types of mature white blood cells, and discusses relevant laboratory values. Neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils, monocytes, and lymphocyt
The final program of this series looks at the third provision in the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics. Particular emphasis is placed on the provision of confidentiality as mandated und
This program explores the major physiologic changes that occur with aging and how they impact performing a routine healthcare assessment on an elderly patient.
This program explores the major physiologic changes that occur with aging and how they impact performing a routine healthcare assessment on an elderly patient.
This program provides a series of teaching scenarios illustrating various errors and their prevention. Each scenario shows a nurse administering medication. The viewer is then asked to identify the er
This program provides a series of teaching scenarios illustrating various errors and their prevention. Each scenario shows a nurse administering medication. The viewer is then asked to identify the er
This program utilizes a scenario format to show effective methods for working with patients suffering from mental disorders while in the acute care environment. Simple techniques to promote safety and
This section addresses the need for solid problem solving strategies and conflict resolution skills in the workplace. It identifies the structural factors that can cause conflict and looks at practica
This program gives an overview of assessment techniques, immediate intervention strategies, and definitive treatment of patients with psychiatric disorders. It includes and historical overview, the ro
This program briefly reviews the anatomy of the human digestive system. It presents a description of various tubes specific for decompression and nutrition management. Specialized functions of the Lev
This training presents beginning level concepts of critical thinking and their relationship to the nursing process. It delineates what critical thinking is and what it is not, demonstrates the process
This program presents an overview of the heart's electrical conduction system and resulting mechanical responses. It discusses the basics of an EKG and how to recognize normal cardiac rhythms, measure
This program discusses why healthcare professionals are increasingly involved in the care of patients receiving conscious sedation. It defines conscious sedation, discusses overall principles of the p
