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Risks Facing Nurse Practitioners Today

Minority Nurse

Also ordered were daily dressing changes to the affected foot, vital signs, and bi-weekly (twice-a-week) blood work for the next two weeks. His vital signs were indicative of sepsis (high fever, elevated heart, respiratory rate, and low blood pressure). The patient was transferred to the ED and diagnosed with sepsis.

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SWAT RNs: Supporting Bedside Leaders with Clinical Judgment

Minority Nurse

The triage nurse obtains his vital signs: blood pressure 134/82 mm Hg, respirations 30 breaths per minute, heart rate 102 bpm, temperature 99.8 Conclusion Mr. Salzo, transferred to an oncology unit, begins cancer treatment. with difficulty breathing. F, and oxygen saturation on room air, 94%. and HgB- 7.2

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How to Become a Flight Nurse

Prism Career Institute

Flight nurses may have to set up intravenous hydration and nutrition, monitor vital signs, provide medications, and assist medical doctors as they care for patients on board. Especially when transporting patients between facilities, the flight nurse is responsible for transferring medical information.

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Understanding EHR Systems in Healthcare 

Medical Advantage

Defining EHR Systems in Healthcare EHR records encompass a wide array of key administrative and clinical data, including patient demographics, progress notes, problems, medications, vital signs, past medical history, immunizations, laboratory data, radiology reports, and more.

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What Will You Learn In LPN Classes?

Mildred Elley

They work closely with the healthcare team to administer medication, take vital signs, assist with meals, provide wound care, and provide nursing care to the population they are working with. LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurse) demonstrate effective therapeutic communication to provide care to their patients.

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What Will You Learn In LPN Classes?

Mildred Elley

They work closely with the healthcare team to administer medication, take vital signs, assist with meals, provide wound care, and provide nursing care to the population they are working with. LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurse) demonstrate effective therapeutic communication to provide care to their patients.

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How a CNA Training Program Could Be Beneficial for Your Future Career

Mildred Elley

Communication is key, not only with the patients themselves, but with your supervisors and other healthcare professionals. To excel at your CNA work duties, youll need the necessary skills, including physical and mental strength. According to the bureau of labor statistics, these are the qualities CNAs should possess.