Bleeding Precautions Nursing Mnemonic (RANDI)

Included In This Lesson
Outline
RANDI
- R-Razor Electric/Blades
- A-Aspirin
- N-Needles- small gauge
- D-Decrease needle sticks
- I-Injury (Protect from)
Description
If a patient is taking an anticoagulant to prevent blood clots there is increase risk for bleeding. Be careful with blades when shaving. Do not take aspirin as it interferes with blood clotting and can magnify the effect of the medication. Avoid excess needle sticks and protect the patient from injury.
Nursing Mnemonics
In this course, you’ll be able to learn different mnemonics that will help you to remember the need to know nursing information!