Cerebral Perfusion Pressure Case Study (60 min)

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Mrs. Ramirez is a 61 year old female who presents to the Emergency Department (ED) complaining of a headache and fatigue. Her temperature is 102.6°F and nuchal rigidity is noted when trying to flex Mrs. Ramirez’s neck. The charge nurse suspects she has meningitis and immediately places her in a closed room under droplet precautions.

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The provider performs a lumbar puncture which shows elevated white blood cell count and a decreased glucose level. Mrs. Ramirez’s temperature has increased to 103.5°F. She is oriented x 3, but drowsy. The provider starts her on IV antibiotics as ordered and initiates q1h neuro checks. 

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Comprehension

What should be included in your routine q1h neuro exam?

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What additional adjunct assessments could be included in your neuro exam?

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Mrs. Ramirez is admitted to the ICU. She receives 1g Acetaminophen PO for her fever. One hour after admission to the ICU, you go to reassess Mrs. Ramirez’s neuro status. You find that she is somnolent, oriented x 1, and her pupils are unequal (right larger than left) but reactive to light.

 

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The CT scan shows a large amount of edema on the right side of Mrs. Ramirez’s brain, as well as some hydrocephalus. The ICU Provider determines Mrs. Ramirez will need an External Ventricular Drain (EVD).  The EVD is inserted successfully and shows an ICP of 17 mmHg. The patient’s vital signs are as follows:

BP 122/52 MAP 75

HR 78 RR 32

SpO2 96% Room Air Temp 102.9°F

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Application

Calculate the patient’s Cerebral Perfusion Pressure (CPP). Is it sufficient? What is the goal? What is the risk if the CPP falls too low?

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What interventions could be requested from the provider to keep the patient safe??

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The EVD is open to drain at 10 cmH2O (7-8 mmHg). It is draining a moderate amount of serosanguineous fluid. Mrs. Ramirez is confused and begins to get agitated. She is placed in bilateral soft wrist restraints for safety and to prevent her from pulling out the EVD. She continues to pull at the restraints and is thrashing in bed. She is drooling excessively and doesn’t seem to be able to swallow effectively as she keeps coughing. Her ICP is reading 14 mmHg. Her BP is 92/44, MAP 60.

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Application

Calculate the patient’s CPP. Is it sufficient? Explain.

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What interventions could be requested from the provider to keep the patient safe?

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  • Mrs. Ramirez is intubated and sedated in order to minimize her ICP and keep her safe. She continues to receive IV antibiotics and corticosteroids.  Four days later she is able to be weaned safely from sedation and can be extubated. She is calm and oriented x 3. Her ICP is reading between 5-8 mmHg. Her repeat CT scan shows the edema has decreased, so the provider removes the EVD.
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    Bloom's Taxonomy: Analysis

    What assessment findings would indicate increasing ICP after removal of the EVD?

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    Malignant Hyperthermia (MH) Nursing Interventions for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Malignant Hyperthermia
    Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
    Macular Degeneration
    Lymphoma – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (NURSE For Pete’s Sake)
    Lymphoma
    Lymphatic Assessment
    Lung Diseases Module Intro
    Lower Gastrointestinal (GI) Module Intro
    Low Pressure Vent Alarms Nursing Mnemonic (Cake Everyday)
    Losartan (Cozaar) Nursing Considerations
    Loperamide (Imodium) Nursing Considerations
    Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity (LAST) Nursing Interventions for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Local Anesthesia
    Liver/Gallbladder Module Intro
    Live Bedside Report Medsurg (Medical surgical)
    Lisinopril (Prinivil) Nursing Considerations
    Lipase Lab Values
    Linen Change
    Lidocaine Toxicity – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (SAMS)
    Lidocaine (Xylocaine) Nursing Considerations
    Levothyroxine (Synthroid)
    Levofloxacin (Levaquin) Nursing Considerations
    Levels of consciousness Nursing Mnemonic (Never Carry Dirty Socks Or Smelly Clothes)
    Lactic Acid
    Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Lab Values
    Lacerations for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    IV Complications (infiltration, phlebitis, hematoma, extravasation, air embolism)
    Isoniazid (Niazid) Nursing Considerations
    Ischemic Bowel for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Ischemic (CVA) Stroke Labs
    Iron (Fe) Lab Values
    Ionized Calcium Lab Values
    Iodine Nursing Considerations
    Intubation in the OR
    Introduction to Health Assessment
    Intro to Health Assessment
    Intrarenal Causes of Acute Kidney Injury Nursing Mnemonic (TONIC)
    Intraoperative Positioning
    Intraoperative Nursing Priorities
    Intraoperative (Intraop) Complications
    Intracranial Pressure ICP
    Interventions for Aphasia Nursing Mnemonic (PROP)
    Interdisciplinary Team Participation for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Interdisciplinary Team Member Functions for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Interdisciplinary Healthcare Team Collaboration for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Integumentary (Skin) Important Points
    Integumentary (Skin) Module Intro
    Integumentary (Skin) Course Introduction
    Intake and Output (I&O)
    Insulin Mnemonic (Ready, Set, Inject, Love)
    Insulin – Short Acting (Regular) Nursing Considerations
    Insulin – Rapid Acting (Novolog, Humalog) Nursing Considerations
    Insulin – Mixtures (70/30)
    Insulin – Long Acting (Lantus) Nursing Considerations
    Insulin – Intermediate Acting (NPH) Nursing Considerations
    Insulin
    Inserting an NG (Nasogastric) Tube
    Inserting a Foley (Urinary Catheter) – Male
    Informed Consent
    Influenza for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Inflammatory Bowel Disease Case Study (45 min)
    Infectious Diseases: Influenza for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Individualized Physical Assessments for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Increased Intraocular Pressure for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Impulse Transmission
    Implant Verification and Availability for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Implant Records and Tracking for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Implant Preparation for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Impaired or Disruptive Behavior Reporting (Interdisciplinary Healthcare Team) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Immunology Module Intro
    Immunocompromise (HIV and AIDS, Oncology and Chemotherapy, Transplant Patient) for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Hypoxia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (RAT BED)
    Hypovolemic and Distributive Shock for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Hypotonic Solutions (IV solutions)
    Hypothermia (Thermoregulation)
    Hypoparathyroidism
    Hyponatremia- Definition, Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (SALT LOSS)
    Hypokalemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (6 L’s)
    Hypoglycemia symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (DIRE)
    Hypoglycemia Management Nursing Mnemonic (Cool and Clammy – Give ‘Em Candy)
    Hypoglycemia for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Hypoglycemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (TIRED)
    Hypoglycemia
    Hypocalcemia – Definition, Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (CATS)
    Hypertonic Solutions (IV solutions)
    Hyperthyroidism Case Study (75 min)
    Hyperthermia (Thermoregulation)
    Hypertensive Crisis Case Study (45 min)
    Hypertension- Complications Nursing Mnemonic (The 4 C’s)
    Hypertension (Uncontrolled) and Hypertensive Crisis for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Hypertension (HTN) Concept Map
    Hypertension – Nursing care Nursing Mnemonic (DIURETIC)
    Hypernatremia – Signs and Symptoms 3 Nursing Mnemonic (SALT)
    Hypernatremia – Signs and Symptoms 2 Nursing Mnemonic (SWINE)
    Hypernatremia – Signs and Symptoms 2 Nursing Mnemonic (FRIED)
    Hyperglycemia for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Hyperglycaemic Hyperosmolar Non-ketotic syndrome (HHNS)
    Hypercalcemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (GROANS, MOANS, BONES, STONES, OVERTONES)
    Hygiene
    Hydralazine
    HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)
    Histamine 2 Receptor Blockers
    Histamine 1 Receptor Blockers
    High Pressure Vent Alarms Nursing Mnemonic (Kings Eat Big Cakes)
    Hepatitis for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Lab Values
    Hepatic Disorders (Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Portal Hypertension) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Heparin (Hep-Lock) Nursing Considerations
    Hemorrhagic Stroke Risk Factors Nursing Mnemonic (HATS)
    Hemorrhagic Fevers for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Hemorrhage Nursing Interventions for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Hemodialysis (Renal Dialysis)
    Hematology/Oncology/Immunology Course Introduction
    Hematology Module Intro
    Hematologic Disorders for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Heart Failure-Left-Sided Nursing Mnemonic (CHOP)
    Heart Failure-Origin Nursing Mnemonic (Left – Lung|Right – Rest)
    Heat Temperature-related Emergencies for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Heart Failure for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Heart Failure Case Study (45 min)
    Heart Failure 2 – Live Tutoring Archive
    Heart Failure (Acute Exacerbations, Chronic) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Heart (Cardiac) Sound Locations and Auscultation
    Heart (Cardiac) Failure Therapeutic Management
    Heart (Cardiac) Failure Module Intro
    Heart (Cardiac) and Great Vessels Assessment
    Healthcare-Acquired Infections: Surgical Site Infections (SSI) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Hearing Loss
    Healthcare-Acquired Infections: Catheter-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CAUTI) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Healthcare Team Member Supervision and Education for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Health Assessment Course Introduction
    Head/Neck Assessment
    Hb (Hepatitis) Vaccine
    Hazardous Material Handling and Disposition (Chemo, Radioactive) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Hand Hygiene Guideline Adherence for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Glucagon (GlucaGen) Nursing Considerations
    Glipizide (Glucotrol) Nursing Considerations
    Glaucoma
    GI Infections (C. difficile) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    GI Bleed (Upper, Lower) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    GERD causes Nursing Mnemonic (Reflux Is Probably Mean)
    GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
    Genitourinary Infections for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Genitourinary Course Introduction
    Genitourinary Trauma for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Genitourinary (GU) Assessment
    General Assessment (Physical assessment)
    General Anesthesia
    Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleed Concept Map
    Gastritis
    Gabapentin (Neurontin) Nursing Considerations
    Fundamentals Course Introduction
    Functional Issues (Immobility, Falls, Gait Disorders) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Functional GI Disorders (Obstruction, Ileus, Diabetic Gastroparesis, Gastroesophageal Reflux, Irritable Bowel Syndrome) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Free T4 (Thyroxine) Lab Values
    Fluid Volume Overload
    Fibromyalgia
    Fibrinogen Lab Values
    Fibrin Degradation Products (FDP) Lab Values
    Ferrous Sulfate (Iron) Nursing Considerations
    Fentanyl (Duragesic) Nursing Considerations
    Explant Preparation (Final Disposition) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Ethical and Professional Standards for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Essential NCLEX Meds by Class
    Esophageal Varices for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Erythromycin (Erythrocin) Nursing Considerations
    Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Lab Values
    Equipment Utilization (Manufacturers Recommendations) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Epoetin Alfa
    Epoetin (Epogen) Nursing Considerations
    Epinephrine (EpiPen) Nursing Considerations
    Environmental Stewardship (Waste Minimization) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Environmental Factor Control for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Environmental Cleaning (Spills, Room Turnover, Terminal Cleaning) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Envenomation Emergencies for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Enteral & Parenteral Nutrition (Diet, TPN)
    Enoxaparin (Lovenox) Nursing Considerations
    Endoscopy & EGD
    End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Encephalopathy (Hypoxic-ischemic, Metabolic, Infectious, Hepatic) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Encephalopathies
    Enalapril (Vasotec) Nursing Considerations
    Emergency Situation Identification for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    EENT Medications
    EENT Course Introduction
    Echocardiogram (Cardiac Echo)
    Dysrhythmias Labs
    Dysrhythmias for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Drugs that Cause SJS Nursing Mnemonic (I C NASA)
    Dopamine (Inotropin) Nursing Considerations
    Dobutamine (Dobutrex) Nursing Considerations
    DKA Treatment Nursing Mnemonic (KING UFC)
    Diverticulitis for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Diverticulitis Complications Nursing Mnemonic (Please Fix His Abscess SOon)
    Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Case Study (60 min)
    Disease Specific Medications
    Discharge Planning for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Discharge (DC) Teaching After Surgery
    Different Dressings
    Diltiazem (Cardizem) Nursing Considerations
    Dialysis & Other Renal Points
    Diagnostic Criteria for Lupus Nursing Mnemonic (SOAP BRAIN MD)
    Diabetic Ketoacidosis for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) Case Study (45 min)
    Diabetes Mellitus Type 1- Signs & Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (The 3 P’s)
    Diabetes Mellitus for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Diabetes Mellitus & Those Dang Blood Sugars! – Live Tutoring Archive
    Diabetes Mellitus Case Study (45 min)
    Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Module Intro
    Diabetes Management
    Diabetes Insipidus Nursing Mnemonic (DDD)
    Diabetes Insipidus Case Study (60 min)
    Dementia and Alzheimers
    Delegation and Personnel Management for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Decrease ICP Nursing Mnemonic (Craniums Excite Me)
    Day in the Life of a Med-surg Nurse
    D-Dimer (DDI) Lab Values
    Cyclosporine (Sandimmune) Nursing Considerations
    Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (CCP) Lab Values
    Cushings Assessment Nursing Mnemonic (STRESSED)
    Cushing’s Syndrome Case Study (60 min)
    Cultures
    CT & MR Angiography
    Crohn’s Morphology and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (CHRISTMAS)
    Critical Thinking to Facilitate Patient Care for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Creatinine Clearance Lab Values
    Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK) Lab Values
    Cranial Nerve Mnemonic 02 Nursing Mnemonic (Oh Oh Oh To Touch And Feel Very Good Velvet AH!)
    Cortisone (Cortone) Nursing Considerations
    Cortisol Lab Vales
    Coronavirus (COVID-19) Nursing Care and General Information
    Coronary Circulation
    Coronary Artery Disease Concept Map
    Coronary Arteries – Location Nursing Mnemonic (I have a RIGHT to CAMP if you LEFT off the AC)
    Cor Pulmonale – Signs & Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (Please Read His Text)
    COPD management Nursing Mnemonic (COPD)
    COPD Exacerbation for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    COPD Concept Map
    COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Labs
    Congestive Heart Failure Concept Map
    Confirming Patient Identity (Patient Identifiers) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Confirmation of Correct Procedure (Operative Site, Side, Site Marking) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Complications of Thoracentesis Nursing Mnemonic (Patients Sometimes Bleed Internally)
    Complications of Immobility
    Compartment Syndrome for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Communication of Patient Outcomes (Continuum of Care) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Common Signs of Parkinson’s Nursing Mnemonic (SMART)
    Comfort Provisions (Behavioral Response to Procedure) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Colonoscopy
    Cold Temperature-related Emergencies for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Coagulopathies, Medication-Induced (Coumadin, Platelet Inhibitors, Heparin, HIT) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Coagulation Studies (PT, PTT, INR)
    Clopidogrel (Plavix) Nursing Considerations
    Cirrhosis Complications Nursing Mnemonic (Please Bring Happy Energy)
    Cirrhosis for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Cirrhosis Case Study (45 min)
    Circulatory Checks (5 P’s) Nursing Mnemonic (The 5 P’s)
    Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Chronic Renal (Kidney) Module Intro
    Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Case Study (45 min)
    CHF Treatment Nursing Mnemonic (UNLOAD FAST)
    Chest Tube Management Case Study (60 min)
    Chest Tube Management
    Chest Tube Management
    Chest Tube Assessment Nursing Mnemonic (Two AA’s)
    Cerebral Perfusion Pressure CPP
    Cerebral Perfusion Pressure Case Study (60 min)
    Cephalexin (Keflex) Nursing Considerations
    Central Line Dressing Change
    Celecoxib (Celebrex) Nursing Considerations
    Causes of Dyspnea Nursing Mnemonic (The 6 P’s)
    Causes of Pancreatitis Nursing Mnemonic (BAD HITS)
    Causes of Anaphylaxis Nursing Mnemonic (Many Boys Love Food)
    Cataracts
    Cardiovascular Disorders (CVD) Module Intro
    Cardiovascular Angiography
    Cardiogenic Shock For PCCN for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Cardiogenic Shock and Obstructive Shock for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Cardiac/Vascular Catheterization (Diagnostic, Interventional) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Cardiac Valves Blood Flow Nursing Mnemonic (Toilet Paper my Ass)
    Cardiac Tamponade for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Cardiac Surgery (Post-ICU Care) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Cardiac Stress Test
    Cardiac Labs – What and When to Use Them 2 – Live Tutoring Archive
    Cardiac Labs – What and When to Use Them – Live Tutoring Archive
    Cardiac Course Introduction
    Cardiac Arrest Nursing Interventions for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Cardiac Anatomy
    Cardiac A&P Module Intro
    Cardiac (Heart) Enzymes
    Carbon Dioxide (Co2) Lab Values
    Carbidopa-Levodopa (Sinemet) Nursing Considerations
    Captopril (Capoten) Nursing Considerations
    Canes Nursing Mnemonic (COAL)
    Calcium Channel Blockers
    Calcium Carbonate (Tums) Nursing Considerations
    Calcium Acetate (PhosLo) Nursing Considerations
    C. Difficile for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Lab Values
    Burns for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Burn Injuries
    Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) Lab Values
    Brain Death v. Comatose
    BPH Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (FUN WISE)
    Bowel Perforation for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Bowel Obstruction Concept Map
    Body Mechanics (Utilization) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Blunt Chest Trauma
    Blood Salvage Transfusion Anticipation for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Blood Flow Through The Heart
    Bleeding Precautions Nursing Mnemonic (RANDI)
    Bleeding for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Bleeding Complications (Minor) Nursing Mnemonic (BEEP)
    Bismuth Subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) Nursing Considerations
    Biopsy
    Biohazard Material Handling and Disposition (Blood, Microbiology, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Beta Hydroxy (BHB) Lab Values
    Benztropine (Cogentin) Nursing Considerations
    Bed Bath
    Barriers to Health Assessment
    Barrier Material Selection (Procedure-Specific) for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Bariatric: IV Insertion
    Bariatric Surgeries
    Barbiturates
    Bacterial Endocarditis – Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (Be Joan Of Arc)
    Azithromycin (Zithromax) Nursing Considerations
    AV Blocks Dysrhythmias for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Atrial Flutter
    Atrial Fibrillation (A Fib)
    Atrial Dysrhythmias for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Atorvastatin (Lipitor) Nursing Considerations
    Atenolol (Tenormin) Nursing Considerations
    Asthma for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Asthma (Severe) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Assessment of Guillain-Barre Syndrome Nursing Mnemonic (GBS=PAID)
    Assessment for Myasthenic Crisis Nursing Mnemonic (BRISH)
    ASA (Aspirin) Nursing Considerations
    Artificial Airways
    ARDS causes Nursing Mnemonic (GUT PASS)
    ARDS Case Study (60 min)
    Aortic Stenosis Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (SAD)
    Aortic Aneurysm – Thoracic signs Nursing Mnemonic (PEE BADS)
    Aortic Aneurysm – Management Nursing Mnemonic (CRAM)
    Antinuclear Antibody Lab Values
    Antineoplastics
    Antimetabolites
    Antidiabetic Agents
    Anticonvulsants
    Anti-Platelet Aggregate
    Anti-Infective – Antitubercular
    Anti-Infective – Tetracyclines
    Anti-Infective – Sulfonamides
    Anti-Infective – Glycopeptide
    Anti-Infective – Carbapenems
    Anti Tumor Antibiotics
    Anion Gap Acidosis 1 Nursing Mnemonic (KULT)
    Anion Gap Acidosis 2 Nursing Mnemonic (MUDPILES)
    Anion Gap
    Angiotensin Receptor Blockers
    Aneurysm and Dissection for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Anesthetic Agents
    Anesthetic Agents
    Aneurysm (Dissecting, Repair) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Anesthesia Management Assistance for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Anemia for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Amputation for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Anaphylaxis Nursing Interventions for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Amputation Concept Map
    Amputation
    Amlodipine (Norvasc) Nursing Considerations
    Amitriptyline (Elavil) Nursing Considerations
    Altered Mental Status Nursing Mnemonic (AEIOU TIPS)
    Alteplase (tPA, Activase) Nursing Considerations
    Altered Mental Status- Delirium and Dementia for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Alkylating Agents
    Alkaline Phosphatase (ALK PHOS) Lab Values
    Alendronate (Fosamax) Nursing Considerations
    Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) Lab Values
    Airway Suctioning
    AIDS Case Study (45 min)
    Age and Culturally Appropriate Health Assessment Techniques for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Advanced Directive and DNR Status Confirmation for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Advance Directives
    Adrenal Gland Hormones Nursing Mnemonic (The 3 S’s)
    Adrenal and Thyroid Disorder Emergencies for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    Admissions, Discharges, and Transfers
    Adjunct Neuro Assessments
    Addisons Disease
    Addisons Assessment Nursing Mnemonic (STEROID)
    Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Acute Renal (Kidney) Module Intro
    Acute Kidney Injury Case Study (60 min)
    Acute Inflammatory Disease (Myocarditis, Endocarditis, Pericarditis) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Acute Coronary Syndromes (MI-ST and Non ST, Unstable Angina) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
    Acute Abdomen for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
    ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) Inhibitors
    Accountability and Assistance for Personal Limitations for Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
    Absolute Reticulocyte Count (ARC) Lab Values
    Absolute Neutrophil Count (ANC) Lab Values
    3rd Degree AV Heart Block (Complete Heart Block)
    2nd Degree AV Heart Block Type 2 (Mobitz II)
    2nd Degree AV Heart Block Type 1 (Mobitz I, Wenckebach)
    1st Degree AV Heart Block
    10.04 Pulmonary Question Review for CCRN Review
    07.10 Neurologic Review questions for CCRN Review
    07.09 Meningitis for CCRN Review
    06.05 Wide Complex Tachycardia for CCRN Review
    06.04 Differentiating Ectopy and Aberrancy for CCRN Review
    05.05 GI Practice Questions for CCRN Review
    05.02 Liver Overview and Disease for CCRN Review
    05.01 Pancreatitis and Large Bowel Obstruction for CCRN Review
    03.04 DKA vs HHNK for CCRN Review
    03.05 Endocrine Practice Questions for CCRN Review
    03.03 Hypoglycemia for CCRN Review
    03.02 Diabetes Insipidus for CCRN Review
    03.01 Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) for CCRN Review
    02.18 Cardiovascular Practice Questions for CCRN Review
    02.17 Septic Shock for CCRN Review
    02.16 Cardiogenic Shock for CCRN Review
    02.15 Hypovolemic Shock for CCRN Review
    02.14 Shock Stages for CCRN Review
    02.13 Myocardial Infarction – Anterior Septal Wall for CCRN Review
    02.02 Cardiomyopathy for CCRN Review
    02.06 Heart Murmurs for CCRN Review
    02.08 Cardiac Catheterization & Acute Coronary Syndrome for CCRN Review
    02.12 Myocardial Infarction- Inferior Wall for CCRN Review