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History Of Nursing
Module Unit CN-1101: Foundations of Nursing (I) Contact Hours: 75 Module Unit Description: This unit equips students with knowledge and understanding of ethical standards of nursing, infection prevention and control, and skills in basic nursing care, bed making, vital observations, and patient hygiene. Learning Outcomes for this Unit: By the end of this unit, the…
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Introduction to Surgical Nursing
Nursing Notes – Surgical Nursing Introduction Module Unit: CN-2103 – Surgical Nursing (I) Contact Hours: 75 Credit Units: 5 Module Unit Description: This module unit is intended to provide students with the opportunity to learn techniques and approaches of providing nursing care for conditions related to surgical attention. The content in this unit includes, introduction…
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Apnea
APNEA Apnea is defined as sudden cessation of breathing for more than 20 seconds in full term babies. It is often associated with Bradycardia and cyanosis. Bradycardia (below 80-100 beats /minute) appears 30 seconds after cessation of respiration. Apnea is more common in preterm infants, and in this case, it is referred to as Apnea…
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Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes Mellitus (DM), commonly referred to as diabetes, is a group of metabolic disorders in which there are high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period. Insulin is the hormone secreted by β-cells of the pancreas; it helps to incorporate glucose into cells for metabolism. In insulin deficiency, blood glucose level rises leading…
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OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR NURSES AND MIDWIVES Nurses and midwives have a professional responsibility to know and understand practical knowledge since it is the backbone of nursing and it highly impacts the clinical practice. SCENARIO: TAKING OBSERVATIONS At this station, there is patient on four (4) hourly observations. INSTRUCTIONS: OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE STATION: CHECKLIST FOR TAKING…
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Hyperaldosteronism
Hyperaldosteronism Hyperaldosteronism refers to excessive levels of aldosterone. Aldosteronism refers to an abnormal excess of aldosterone, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. Aldosterone plays a big role in regulating sodium and water balance in the body, thereby influencing blood pressure. Aldosterone is a major mineralocorticoid hormone produced by the adrenal gland, in the zona…
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Status Epilepticus
Status Epilepticus Lecture Notes Status Epilepticus Lecture Notes Status Epilepticus (SE) is a neurological emergency characterized by prolonged or repetitive seizure activity without full recovery of consciousness between seizures. Historically, the definition was fixed at 30 minutes, but more recent understanding emphasizes the need for earlier intervention due to the risk of neuronal injury and…
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Catatonic stupor syndrome in schizophrenic patients
Catatonic Stupor Syndrome in Schizophrenic Patients Catatonic Stupor Syndrome in Schizophrenic Patients Catatonic schizophrenia is also the same as catatonic stupor syndrome. So before we start with catatonic stupor, let’s begin by understanding Schizophrenia😊😊😊 Schizophrenia Schizophrenia stands as one of the most severe and debilitating mental illnesses, often characterized by a progressive and chronic course.…
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Panic Attacks and Disorders
Panic Attacks and Disorders Panic Attacks and Disorders Lets first differentiate them. I. Panic Attack A Panic Attack is an abrupt surge of intense fear or intense discomfort that reaches a peak within minutes, and during which time, four or more of the following symptoms occur: Palpitations, pounding heart, or accelerated heart rate. Sweating. Trembling…
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Aggression and Violence
Aggression and Violence Lecture Notes Aggression and Violence Lecture Notes Aggression is generally defined as any behavior directed toward another individual that is carried out with the proximate intent to cause harm. The intent is key here; accidental harm is not considered aggression. Aggression: It is harsh physical or verbal action intended to harm or…
