Performing an A-G patient assessment: a step-by-step guide
Jan 6, 2020 · A-G stands for airway, breathing, circulation, disability, exposure, further information and goals. This offers a systematic approach to patient assessments. The ability to perform an A-G assessment is a key nursing skill. Re-assessing regularly will help nurses detect deterioration early. References.
How to calculate drug doses and infusion rates accurately
Oct 16, 2017 · To find the number of milligrams in a millilitre you need to divide by 100; 1ml of 1% lidocaine contains 10mg per ml. You can apply the same calculation to 0.5% lidocaine: 0.5% lidocaine contains 500mg of lidocaine in 100ml; To find the number of milligrams in a millilitre you need to divide 500mg by 100;
What are Compassion in Practice and the 6Cs of nursing?
Feb 14, 2022 · The strategy, which was not directly backed with government funding, was underpinned by six fundamental values designed to support professionals and care staff to deliver excellent care. The values were care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment, and became commonly referred to as the “6Cs of nursing”.
Principles of asepsis 1: the rationale for using aseptic technique
Apr 14, 2020 · There are a number of stages and principles for aseptic technique (Table 1); the fundamental initial stage is hand hygiene, which must be performed before any aseptic technique (World Health Organization, 2019; Loveday et al, 2014). Hands can be decontaminated by washing with soap and water or by use of alcohol-based handrub (Loveday et al, 2014).
Communication skills 3: non-verbal communication - Nursing Times
Jan 15, 2018 · It is important to reflect on verbal and non-verbal communication skills and how these affect relationships with patients. Communication skills 1: benefits of effective communication for patients. Communication skills 2: overcoming the barriers to effective communication. Communication 4: the influence of appearance and environment.
Respiratory rate 3: how to take an accurate measurement
Jun 25, 2018 · Respiratory rate (RR) is an essential vital sign and a fundamental element of patient assessment. Generally, changes in RR occur automatically in response to a physiological demand but it is possible to consciously increase or decrease RR for short periods. Changes from as little as three to five breaths per minute (bpm) may indicate a change ...
Nurses as educators: creating teaching moments in practice
Jan 27, 2020 · Identifying teachable moments in clinical practice is an effective way to increase workplace learning with all nurses playing a role, not just nurse educators. This article comes with a handout for a journal club discussion. Effective workplace teaching is increasingly important in healthcare, with all staff being potential educators.
How to perform chest auscultation and interpret the findings
Jan 6, 2020 · Ask the patient to move their right arm to the side so the right lateral chest can be assessed (Fig 4c). Starting with the upper lobe move to the middle lobe, and finally the lower lobe at the bottom (Ferns and West, 2008). Repeat on the left side where the lung is made up of an upper lobe and lower lobe.
Communication skills 1: benefits of effective ... - Nursing Times
Nov 20, 2017 · It can boost nurses’ self-confidence and job satisfaction, as well as reduce workplace stress. It is important to reflect on how you communicate and work at improving any weak areas. Communication skills 2: overcoming the barriers to effective communication. Communication 4: the influence of appearance and environment.
Urinalysis: how to interpret results - Nursing Times
Jun 7, 2016 · Introduction. Urine testing or urinalysis is a valuable tool to screen an patient and diagnose their health status. It provides valuable information about hydration, renal and urinary tracts, liver disease, diabetes mellitus and urinary-tract infections.Urine is formed in the kidneys and, through glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption and tubular secretion, is …