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Physical Examination of the Patient (PEX 2.3.3: Perform physical examination of the patient) Objectives: Identify the requirements for assessing the patient. Prepare the requirements for assessing the patient. Carry out assessment of the patient. Define the term nursing process (part of 3.0). State the characteristics of the nursing process (part of 3.0). Describe the components…

Taking History of the Patient (PEX 2.3.2: Take history of the patient) Objectives: Identify the requirements for assessing the patient. Prepare the requirements for assessing the patient. Carry out assessment of the patient. Definition of Data Collection (from 3.1): Data collection consists of gathering information about the patient in order to develop a “data base”…

Catheterization (PEX 2.1.13: Prepare and perform Catheterization) Objectives: Define the term catheterization. Name the types of catheters according to: Nature of procedure done (e.g., intermittent, indwelling) Types of catheter (e.g., non-retaining, self-retaining, metallic, non-metallic, rubber, plastic) State the indications for catheterization. Identify the requirements for passing a urethral catheter. Prepare the requirements for passing a…

Passing Naso-Gastric Tube and Tube Feeding (PEX 2.1.10) Indications for Passing Naso-Gastric Tube: Unconscious patients. After operations in the mouth, pharynx or larynx. Obstruction or stricture of the oesophagus due to inflammation or tumour. Severe dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). Babies; too weak to feed or to suck. Severely burnt patients (due to increased metabolic needs or…

Vulva Toilet / Swabbing (PEX 2.1.6: Perform Vulval Toilet (Swabbing)) Objectives: State the indications for vulva swabbing. Identify the requirements for vulva swabbing. Prepare requirements for vulva swabbing. Perform vulva swabbing procedure. Prepare requirements for vulva swabbing. Perform vulva swabbing procedure. Indications: To remove vaginal discharge. To keep the vulva clean and dry. Requirements: A…

Topic: Carryout admission transfer and discharge of patients (Topic 2.5, PEXs 2.5.1 – 2.5.3) Admission (PEX 2.5.1: Admit patients) ADMISSION, OBSERVATION AND DISCHARGE OF PATIENTS Admission Is the allowing of a patient(s) to stay in hospital for observation, investigation, treatment and care purposes. Purpose (of Admission): For proper management of the patient’s condition. To assess…

Adquate Feeding and Ward Reports Carry out adequate feeding of patients (PEX 1.3.1) Providing adequate nutrition is fundamental to patient recovery and well-being. Nurses assist patients who are unable to feed themselves due to weakness, physical limitations, or medical conditions. Purpose of Assisting with Feeding: Ensure the patient receives adequate nutrition and hydration. Promote comfort…

Perform bladder and bowel care (PEX 1.3.3) Bladder and bowel care is vital for patient comfort, hygiene, and preventing complications like incontinence-associated dermatitis, UTIs, constipation, and fecal impaction. This PEX focuses on demonstrating the skills required to: Assess the patient’s bladder and bowel function (e.g., continence, frequency, consistency). Assist patients with using a bedpan or…

Demonstrate care and treatment of pressure areas (e.g hands and feet) (PEX 1.6.3) Pressure areas are parts of the body susceptible to developing pressure sores (bedsores) due to prolonged pressure, friction, and moisture. Proper care and treatment are essential for prevention and healing. This PEX focuses on demonstrating the skills required for: Identifying patients at…

Topic: Carry out proper patient’s hygiene (PEX 1.6.1 – 1.6.6) Carry out bed bath (PEX 1.6.1) BED BATH Is bathing of a patient who is confined to bed and cannot or has no capability of self bathing. Purpose: To cleanse the body off dirt, debris and perspiration (sweating) and toxic substances. To refresh (relieve fatigue)…