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Applied anatomy and Physiology of the nervous system
REVIEW OF THE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF NERVOUS SYSTEM Anatomy of the Nervous System The nervous system can be separated into parts based on structure and on function: Structurally, it’s organized into the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord, both of which…
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Orthopedic Nursing Care
Orthopedic Care Orthopedic care is concerned with preventing, recognizing, and treating injuries, diseases, and ailments that affect the musculoskeletal system of the body. This system consists of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissues that enable a human being to perform physical activity. Orthopedic care involves treating common problems such as; 1. Musculoskeletal Trauma: Fractures:…
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Peri-Operative care
Peri-Operative care Peri-Operative care is the care rendered to a patient before, during and after the surgery. Peri-Operative care is composed of the following Pre-operative care: The period of time before surgery. Intra-operative care: The period of time during surgery. Post-operative care: The period of time after surgery. Reasons For Surgery 1. Curative: To completely…
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Care of The Patients ears
EAR IRRIGATION Ear irrigation is the process of flushing the external ear canal with sterile water or sterile saline. Ear irrigation is a procedure where a warm, gentle stream of water is used to flush out debris, wax, or other foreign objects from the ear canal. It is the washing of the external auditory canal…
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Opthalmology
Ophthalmology Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders related to the eyes. Definition of Terms Ophthalmologist: A medical or osteopathic doctor specializing in eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists diagnose and treat all eye diseases, perform eye surgery, and prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses…
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Prepare For Neural Assessment
NEUROLOGICAL EXAMINATION Neurological examination is a type of patient assessment which aims at detecting the functions of the cranial nerves in relation to the five senses. What is a neurological exam? A neurological exam, also called a neuro exam, is an evaluation of a person’s nervous system. This examination aims to detect abnormalities in cranial…
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Perform Colostomy Care
Colostomy Care Colostomy is the surgical procedure of creating of an opening (ie. Stoma) into the colon intestine through the abdominal wall. A colostomy is an operation that redirects the colon from its normal route, down toward the anus, to a new opening in the abdominal wall. The opening is called a stoma. An ileostomy…
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Carry Out Gastric Lavage
Carry Out Gastric Lavage Gastric lavage is the process of cleaning out stomach contents. Gastric lavage is a gastrointestinal decontamination technique that aims to empty the stomach of toxic substances by the sequential administration and aspiration of small volumes of fluid via a nasogastric tube or stomach tube. Gastric lavage is the process of washing…
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Prepare For Lumbar Puncture
LUMBAR PUNCTURE(Spinal Tap) Lumbar puncture is a sterile procedure in which a spinal needle is inserted, between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae in the lower spine at the subarachnoid space i.e. the space between the spinal cord and its covering, the meninges to obtain samples of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for qualitative analysis. Lumbar puncture…
