Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
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Lesson Objective for Nursing Care Plan on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Understanding BPH Pathophysiology:
- Comprehend the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, including the enlargement of the prostate gland and its impact on urinary function.
- Identifying Risk Factors and Contributing Factors:
- Recognize the risk factors associated with BPH, such as age and family history, and understand contributing factors like hormonal changes. This knowledge is essential for targeted interventions and preventive measures.
- Competency in Assessment Techniques:
- Develop proficiency in assessing individuals with BPH, including conducting thorough urological assessments, evaluating urinary symptoms, and utilizing diagnostic tools such as prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests and imaging studies.
- Implementing Holistic Care Strategies:
- Implement holistic care strategies addressing the physical, emotional, and psychosocial aspects of individuals with BPH. This involves understanding the impact of urinary symptoms on quality of life and incorporating patient-centered approaches to care.
- Educating Patients on Self-Management:
- Equip patients with knowledge and skills for self-management of BPH symptoms. Provide education on lifestyle modifications, medication management, and the importance of regular follow-up to empower individuals in managing their condition effectively.
Pathophysiology of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Prostate Gland Enlargement:
- BPH is characterized by the non-malignant enlargement of the prostate gland, primarily due to hormonal changes, particularly an increase in dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels.
- Nodular Growth of Prostatic Tissue:
- As BPH progresses, nodular growth occurs within the prostate tissue, leading to the compression of the urethra. This growth primarily affects the periurethral zone of the prostate.
- Obstruction of Urinary Flow:
- The enlarged prostate compresses the urethra, causing obstruction to the normal flow of urine. This obstruction results in various lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), such as hesitancy, frequency, urgency, and incomplete emptying.
- Smooth Muscle Contraction:
- Smooth muscle contraction within the prostate and bladder neck contributes to increased resistance to urine flow. This dynamic component of BPH further exacerbates obstructive symptoms.
- Impact on Bladder Function:
- Chronic obstruction and increased pressure during urination can lead to changes in bladder function. Over time, this may result in detrusor muscle hypertrophy, reduced bladder compliance, and, in severe cases, potential complications such as urinary retention.
Etiology of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Aging Process:
- The primary risk factor for BPH is advancing age. As men age, hormonal changes, particularly an increase in dihydrotestosterone (DHT), contribute to the development and progression of prostate gland enlargement.
- Hormonal Imbalances:
- Hormonal fluctuations, specifically an imbalance between estrogen and testosterone levels, play a role in the development of BPH. An increased ratio of estrogen to testosterone is associated with prostatic growth.
- Family History:
- Individuals with a family history of BPH are at an elevated risk. Genetic factors and shared environmental influences contribute to the hereditary component of the condition.
- Race and Ethnicity:
- Studies suggest that race and ethnicity may influence the prevalence of BPH, with a higher incidence among African-American men. However, the exact reasons for these disparities are not fully understood.
- Lifestyle Factors:
- Certain lifestyle factors, such as obesity and lack of physical activity, may contribute to the development of BPH. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a balanced diet, may help mitigate these risk factors.
Desired Outcome for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Nursing Care Plan
- Improved Urinary Function:
- Enhance urinary flow and reduce obstructive symptoms to achieve more efficient and comfortable voiding for the patient.
- Minimized Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS):
- Alleviate bothersome symptoms such as hesitancy, urgency, frequency, and incomplete emptying to enhance the patient’s overall quality of life.
- Prevention of Complications:
- Prevent complications associated with BPH, such as acute urinary retention, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and renal damage, through proactive management and early intervention.
- Patient Education and Empowerment:
- Educate the patient about BPH, its management, and the importance of adherence to medications and lifestyle modifications. Empower the patient to actively participate in their care and make informed decisions.
- Optimized Quality of Life:
- Improve the patient’s overall well-being by addressing symptoms, providing emotional support, and promoting a holistic approach to care that considers the individual’s physical, mental, and social aspects.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Nursing Care Plan
Subjective Data:
- Frequent/urgent need to urinate, especially at night
- Difficulty urinating or weak urine stream
- Inability to empty the bladder
- Dribbling urine after voiding
- Incontinence
Objective Data:
- Elevated PSA
- Enlarged prostate on exam or ultrasound
- Inability to pass catheter through urethra
Nursing Assessment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Medical History:
- Obtain a detailed medical history, including the onset and progression of urinary symptoms, any previous diagnoses or treatments for BPH, and the presence of comorbidities.
- Urinary Symptoms Assessment:
- Evaluate specific urinary symptoms such as hesitancy, urgency, frequency, nocturia, weak stream, and incomplete emptying. Use a validated tool, such as the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), to quantify symptom severity.
- Physical Examination:
- Perform a thorough physical examination with a focus on the genitourinary system. Assess the size and consistency of the prostate gland through digital rectal examination (DRE) to identify any signs of enlargement, nodularity, or tenderness.
- Urinary Retention Assessment:
- Assess for signs and symptoms of urinary retention, including pain, distension, and palpable bladder. Evaluate post-void residual (PVR) volume to determine if there is incomplete emptying.
- Laboratory Tests:
- Order laboratory tests, including a urinalysis, to assess for the presence of urinary tract infections (UTIs) or hematuria. Measure prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels to rule out prostate cancer and guide treatment decisions.
- Voiding Diary:
- Instruct the patient to maintain a voiding diary to document the frequency, urgency, and volume of urination. This diary provides valuable information about the pattern of symptoms and aids in treatment planning.
- Quality of Life Assessment:
- Utilize standardized tools, such as the Quality of Life Assessment of International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS-QoL), to assess the impact of BPH symptoms on the patient’s overall quality of life.
- Psychosocial Assessment:
- Evaluate the patient’s psychosocial well-being, addressing any emotional or psychological impact related to BPH symptoms. Assess coping mechanisms, support systems, and the patient’s ability to adhere to treatment plans.
Implementation for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Pharmacological Interventions:
- Administer prescribed medications such as alpha-blockers (e.g., tamsulosin) or 5-alpha reductase inhibitors (e.g., finasteride) as directed. Educate the patient on the purpose, potential side effects, and proper administration of medications.
- Patient Education:
- Provide detailed education on lifestyle modifications, including dietary changes (e.g., limiting caffeine and alcohol intake), fluid management, and the importance of regular physical activity. Emphasize the significance of adhering to medication regimens.
- Monitoring and Symptom Assessment:
- Implement a regular monitoring schedule to assess the effectiveness of pharmacological interventions and identify any adverse reactions. Use standardized tools, such as the IPSS, to track changes in urinary symptoms over time.
- Monitor patient intake and output to ensure adequate fluid balance, even if the patient voids small amounts frequently. Utilize bladder scanning and other tools to rule out urinary retention.
- Collaboration with Urologist:
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between the patient and the urologist. Schedule follow-up appointments and tests as recommended by the urologist to monitor disease progression and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Urology may need to be consulted to insert foley catheters during hospital stays for patients with BPH if nurses encounter resistance during insertion.
- Supportive Measures:
- Implement supportive measures, such as recommending pelvic floor exercises (Kegel exercises) to improve bladder emptying and strengthen pelvic muscles. Encourage behavioral interventions for managing urinary symptoms, including timed voiding and double voiding.
Nursing Interventions and Rationales
- Assess and palpate suprapubic area
Assess for bladder distention to suggest fluid retention
- Monitor vital signs
Observe for signs of hypertension and infection. Urinary retention may lead to infection which can be evidenced by fever. Fluid retention puts stress on the kidneys and heart and may increase blood pressure and heart rate.
- Monitor I & O
Monitor frequency of urination and volume, paying attention to characteristics of urine. Dark, malodorous or bloody urine may indicate further complications.
- Encouraged increased fluids if indicated.** limit fluids initially if urinary retention is an issue **
Recommend 3000 mL fluid daily to promote flushing and circulation of fluid through kidneys, bladder and ureters.
- Monitor labs / diagnostic tests
- Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
- Digital Rectal Exam (DRE)
- PSA- a protein produced by the prostate. Elevations in this blood test may indicate enlargement or inflammation of the prostate.
- DRE- this physical exam may be performed if BPH is suspected by inserting a gloved finger into the rectum to palpate the prostate and assess for abnormalities in size and shape.
- Administer medications and educate patient of proper use
- Alpha-adrenergic antagonists (tamsulosin) – relaxes the smooth muscle of the prostate to allow optimal urine flow
- Antispasmodics- (oxybutynin) relieves muscle spasms that restrict the urethra
- Antibiotics/antibacterials- may be given prophylactically as indicated to prevent bacterial infection
- Insert indwelling catheter as indicated per facility protocol
Indwelling catheter may be required to bypass the prostate and allow urine to flow freely, eliminating fluid retention in the bladder.
- Nutrition and lifestyle education
Excess weight can affect the hormone balance in the body. Maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise can help lower the risk of developing BPH.
Evaluation for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Symptom Improvement:
- Assess the patient’s reported changes in urinary symptoms, including frequency, urgency, and nocturia. Utilize standardized tools like the IPSS to quantitatively measure improvements and adjust interventions accordingly.
- Medication Adherence:
- Evaluate the patient’s adherence to prescribed medications by reviewing medication logs or conducting interviews. Address any barriers or concerns regarding medication compliance and provide additional education if needed.
- Quality of Life Measures:
- Use quality-of-life assessments to gauge the impact of BPH symptoms on the patient’s overall well-being. Assess improvements in daily activities, sleep patterns, and emotional well-being following the implementation of the care plan.
- Collaboration with Urologist:
- Review communication and collaboration with the urologist. Assess the effectiveness of the collaborative efforts in managing BPH, including timely follow-up appointments, test results, and adjustments to the treatment plan.
- Patient Satisfaction:
- Solicit feedback from the patient regarding their satisfaction with the care plan. Assess their understanding of the condition, treatment options, and the effectiveness of the nursing interventions in addressing their concerns.
References
- https://www.urologyhealth.org/urologic-conditions/benign-prostatic-hyperplasia-(bph)/treatment/medical-therapies
- https://www.webmd.com/men/prostate-enlargement-bph/what-is-bph#1
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/benign-prostatic-hyperplasia/symptoms-causes/syc-20370087
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In this care plan, we will explore benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH.
So, in this BPH care plan, we will talk about the desired outcome, the subjective and objective data along with the nursing interventions and rationales.
So, BPH is a common condition in men. This is encountered in the aging cycle of men that causes the enlargement of the prostate gland that surrounds the urethra. This causes pressure on that urethra causing difficulty urinating, frequency and a weak urine stream. So, this can be caused by hormonal imbalances of androgen and estrogen. This is what’s believed to be responsible for that growth of the prostate gland. Our desired outcome is that we want to alleviate the urinary symptoms. We want to restore normal urinary function and prevent complications.
So, let’s take a look at our care plan for BPH. So, let’s draw a prostate gland here, and this is our urethra, then up here, would be our bladder. So, remember this prostate is pushing against that urethra. So, that’s narrowing that passageway, making it more difficult for urine to get through. So, we’re going to have more urine sitting in the bladder. So, this patient might feel some frequency or urgency because the bladder has still got urine in it, right, but it’s difficult to urinate because of that pressure pushing up against the urethra. They’re going to notice a weak stream and probably some dribbling after they’ve void. This is the opening here. Um, they might even experience some incontinence. This can be really frustrating because they feel like they have to pee all the time and each time they pee, it’s small small amounts.
Now let’s take a look at the objective data. So, the patient will have elevated PSA levels. This stands for prostate specific antigen. So, PSA is actually normally produced by this prostate gland, but when levels are higher than normal, the patient may have BPH or even prostate cancer. An enlarged prostate will be felt by exam or seen in an ultrasound. Placing a catheter in a man that has BPH is super hard. As you can imagine, if we’re trying to push this catheter through, it’s very, very narrow here. It’s going to be very difficult to get through.
Now, let’s take a look at our nursing interventions for BPH. So, you’re going to want to assess and palpate the area where their bladder would be and just feel if there’s any bladder distension and if it does feel full, you might want to use a bladder scanner to see how much urine is still in the bladder. A catheter might be needed to drain the bladder as ordered by the doctor.
But as I said before, it could be difficult to put it in. So, you’re going to want to monitor the patient’s vital signs, observe for signs of hypertension and infection.
So, remember everything’s connected. So we’ve got our kidneys, we’ve got our ureters, we’ve got our bladder, and then we’ve got our urethra. Here’s the prostate gland in our man and it’s putting pressure on that urethra. So, fluid is getting kind of backed up, right? It’s having a really hard time getting through here. So, instead it’s kind of getting backed up, which is going to affect our kidneys, which in turn will affect our heart and can increase our blood pressure and heart rate, putting a lot of stress on all those organs. So, you’ll want to monitor the patient’s intake and output amounts. Keep an eye on the frequency of urination and the amount of urine each time. Look at the characteristics of the urine, such as the color. So, you’re going to want to encourage increased fluids if indicated, because this is going to help promote the flushing and circulation of fluid through those kidneys, the bladder and the ureters. So, we usually recommend about 3000 mls of fluid a day, but if fluid retention is an issue, you might have to limit fluids initially.
So, you will monitor the patient’s labs and diagnostic test to determine if there is enlargement of the prostate gland. Remember, this will show as an elevated PSA level. The doctor might also want to perform a digital rectal exam and this is performed by putting a gloved finger into the rectum, to palpate the prostate and assess for abnormalities in the size and shape of the prostate gland. So, you will administer medications to the patient and educate the patient on the proper use. So, Alpha adrenergic antagonists, such as tamsulosin are used to help relax the smooth muscle of the prostate gland that will allow optimal urine flow. Antispasmodics, such as oxybutynin are also used to relieve muscle spasms that restrict that urethra, antibiotics or antibacterials may also be needed to treat any kind of infection that might have brewed because of that backflow of urine. So, you’re going to want to provide nutrition and lifestyle education to this patient and all your patients, because excess weight can affect the hormone balance in the body and increase the risk of BPH.
We love you guys. Now, go out and be your best self today and as always, happy nursing!
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Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Neutropenia
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Myocardial Infarction (MI)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Myasthenia Gravis (MG)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Meniere’s Disease
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Lymphoma (Hodgkin’s, Non-Hodgkin’s)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Ulcerative Colitis / Crohn’s Disease)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Impetigo
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hypovolemic Shock
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hypothyroidism
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hypoparathyroidism
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hypoglycemia
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hyperthyroidism
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hyperthermia (Thermoregulation)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hyperparathyroidism
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hydrocephalus
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Herpes Zoster – Shingles
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hepatitis
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Heart Valve Disorders
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Guillain-Barre
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Glomerulonephritis
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Glaucoma
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for GI (Gastrointestinal) Bleed
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Enuresis / Bedwetting
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Encephalopathy
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Emphysema
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Diverticulosis / Diverticulitis
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Diabetes Insipidus
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Diabetes
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Dementia
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cushing’s Disease
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Chronic Kidney Disease
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cellulitis
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cardiomyopathy
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Cardiogenic Shock
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Bowel Obstruction
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Blunt Chest Trauma
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Bell’s Palsy
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Asthma / Childhood Asthma
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Aspiration
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Angina
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Anemia
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Anaphylaxis
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Addison’s Disease (Primary Adrenal Insufficiency)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Acute Pain
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Acute Kidney Injury
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Acute Bronchitis
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Activity Intolerance
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Abdominal Pain
Nursing Care Plan (NCP) & Interventions for Increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Pneumonia
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Osteoporosis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Osteoarthritis (OA)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Nephrotic Syndrome
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Myocarditis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Myocardial Infarction (MI)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Hypertension (HTN)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Glomerulonephritis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Diabetes Mellitus (DM)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Chronic Kidney (Renal) Disease (CKD)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Angina
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology of Acute Kidney (Renal) Injury (AKI)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Valve Disorders
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Ulcerative Colitis(UC)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Tuberculosis (TB)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Thrombophlebitis (clot)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Syphilis (STI)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for SIRS & MODS
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Sickle Cell Anemia
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for SIADH (Syndrome of Inappropriate antidiuretic Hormone Secretion)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Sepsis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Pulmonary Embolism
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Pulmonary Edema
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Psoriasis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Pneumothorax & Hemothorax
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Parkinsons
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Pancreatitis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Myasthenia Gravis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Meningitis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Ischemic Stroke (CVA)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Influenza (Flu)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hypovolemic Shock
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hypothyroidism
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hyperparathyroidism
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Human Papilloma Virus (HPV STI)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Herpes Zoster – Shingles
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hepatitis (Liver Disease)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hemorrhagic Stroke (CVA)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Heart Failure (CHF)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Diverticulosis – Diverticulitis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Distributive Shock
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Diabetes Insipidus (DI)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Cushings Syndrome
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Crohn’s Disease
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Cirrhosis (Liver Disease, Hepatic encephalopathy, Portal Hypertension, Esophageal Varices)
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Compartment Syndrome
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Cardiogenic Shock
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Asthma
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Arterial Disorders
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Aortic Aneurysm
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Anemia
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Anaphylaxis
Nursing Care and Pathophysiology for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
Nuclear Medicine
Norepinephrine (Levophed) Nursing Considerations
Noncardiac Pulmonary Edema for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
Nitroprusside (Nitropress) Nursing Considerations
Nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) Nursing Considerations
Nitro Compounds
NG (Nasogastric)Tube Management
Neurological Fractures
Neurological Disorders (Multiple Sclerosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Guillain-Barré Syndrome) for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
Neurogenic Shock for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
Neostigmine (Prostigmin) Nursing Considerations
Naproxen (Aleve) Nursing Considerations
Myocardial Infarction Nursing Mnemonic (MONATAS)
Myocardial Infarction (MI) Case Study (45 min)
Musculoskeletal Course Introduction
Musculoskeletal Assessment
Murmur locations Nursing Mnemonic (hARD ASS MRS. MSD)
Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (DEMYELINATION)
Morphine (MS Contin) Nursing Considerations
Moderate Sedation
Mobility & Assistive Devices
Miscellaneous Nerve Disorders
Minimally-Invasive Thoracic Surgery (VATS) for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)
Migraines
MI Surgical Intervention
Metronidazole (Flagyl) Nursing Considerations
Metoprolol (Toprol XL) Nursing Considerations
Metoclopramide (Reglan) Nursing Considerations
Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol) Nursing Considerations
Metformin (Glucophage) Nursing Considerations
Metabolic/Endocrine Course Introduction
Metabolic Acidosis (interpretation and nursing diagnosis)
Metabolic & Endocrine Module Intro
Meropenem (Merrem) Nursing Considerations
Meperidine (Demerol) Nursing Considerations
Meningitis for Certified Emergency Nursing (CEN)
Meniere’s Disease
Medication Classess for IBD Nursing Mnemonic (Sometimes I Can’t Answer)
Mechanical Aids
Management of Pressure Ulcers (Pressure Injuries) Nursing Mnemonic (SKIN)
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