Beginners Nursing

In this lesson we will go over the importance of monitoring blood sugar levels, normal blood sugar levels, and the indications for performing a fasting blood glucose test.   Learning Objectives: Upon the completion of this course, learners will be

What is an embolism?  And why do we need special stockings to prevent them?  In this lesson, we will answer these questions and review some other types of embolism and deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, preventions.  A DVT can have

In this lesson, we will describe what a pressure ulcer is and establish some causes and risk factors for developing this skin disorder.  We will review stages of pressure ulcers and signs and symptoms of each stage. Common locations of

In this lesson, we are going to review what an ostomy is and some reasons one would be medically necessary.  We will discuss different types of ostomies and some differences in their output and maintenance. We will discuss post surgical

In this lesson, we will describe why wound care is so important to support proper wound healing and prevent infections and other complications.  We will review the process of basic wound care and then look at nursing interventions regarding infection

In this lesson, we will discuss bowel elimination and review some common bowel dysfunctions that nurses need to be familiar with.   We will go over signs and symptoms of these disorders along with treatment methods, including medications and dietary

In this lesson, we will review the structures that make up the renal system and go over the main functions of each structure.  We will give an overview of how urine is produced and explain risk factors for developing urinary

Do you ever feel short on sleep or like you could use a nap or a vacation?  In this lesson, we are going to review the importance of healthy sleep patterns, stages of sleep, and factors that can influence healthy

What is personal hygiene and how does it contribute to health and disease prevention? In this lesson, we are going to review the importance of hygiene care and identify risk factors for poor or underdeveloped hygiene practices.  Nursing interventions to

This is one of the most important lessons to review and understand.  Vital signs guide most medical interventions, treatments, and diagnoses.  The only way to master vital signs is to practice, practice, practice. This lesson will give you the basis