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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…
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Perform Tracheostomy Care
Tracheostomy Care A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure usually either temporary or permanent that involves creating an opening in the neck in order to place a tube into a person’s windpipe. The tube is inserted through a cut in the neck below the vocal cords( larynx) to allow air to enter the lungs.Breathing is then…
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Perform Gastronomy Feeding
Perform Gastronomy Feeding Gastronomy Feeding is feeding of a patient by means of an opening directly into the stomach through the abdominal wall. They are commonly surgically inserted endoscopically through the abdominal wall, and held in place by an internal balloon or bumper and external fixator. Gastrostomy feeding is a successful method of enteral feeding…
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Prepare For Abdominis Paracentesis (Abdominal Tapping)
ABDOMINAL PARACENTESIS/PARACENTESIS ABDOMINIS Abdominal paracentesis is a sterile surgical procedure in which a needle is inserted into the peritoneal cavity in order to drain out excess ascitic/peritoneal fluid. This is the procedure done to aspirate fluid from the peritoneal space (ascites). Paracentesis: it’s removal fluid from the belly. It is commonly called a ‟tap”.(Abdominal Tap)…
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PERFORM SHORTENING AND REMOVAL OF DRAINS
SHORTENING OF DRAINS Shortening and removal of drains refers to the process of adjusting or cutting to an appropriate length and then removing medical devices that are used to drain fluids or provide access to specific areas within the body A drain: A surgical implant that allows removal of fluid and/or gas from a wound…
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Administer drugs appropriately
Administer Prescribed Medicines Appropriately A medicine is any chemical substance in a regulated dose intended for use in the medical diagnosis, cure, treatment, or prevention of disease or any substance that is prescribed and administered to patients to produce therapeutic effects in the body. Rights Related to Medicine Administration The rights that should be observed: …
