Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Syncope (Fainting)
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Lesson Objective for Syncope (Fainting)
- Understanding Syncope:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of syncope, including its definition, causes, and contributing factors, to provide effective nursing care.
- Risk Assessment and Identification:
- Develop skills in assessing the risk of syncope in individuals, recognizing predisposing factors, and identifying patients at higher risk for fainting episodes.
- Intervention Strategies:
- Learn intervention strategies to manage and prevent syncope episodes, including immediate response during an episode and long-term measures to reduce the risk of recurrence.
- Patient Education:
- Acquire knowledge on educating patients about syncope, its potential causes, and lifestyle modifications to prevent fainting episodes. Enhance communication skills to effectively convey information to patients and their families.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Develop collaborative skills to work effectively with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, cardiologists, and neurologists, to ensure a multidisciplinary approach in the assessment and management of syncope.
Pathophysiology of Syncope
- Impaired Cerebral Perfusion:
- Syncope is characterized by a transient and temporary loss of consciousness resulting from inadequate blood flow to the brain. This can occur due to reduced cardiac output or vasodilation leading to decreased cerebral perfusion.
- Neurological Dysfunction:
- Dysfunction in the autonomic nervous system, particularly inadequate activation of the sympathetic nervous system, can contribute to a sudden drop in blood pressure (hypotension) and heart rate, leading to syncope.
- Orthostatic Changes:
- Syncope may be associated with orthostatic changes, where there is a failure of the body to adjust appropriately to changes in position (e.g., standing up quickly). This can result in pooling of blood in the lower extremities, reducing venous return to the heart.
- Vasovagal Response:
- The vasovagal response, also known as neurocardiogenic syncope, involves a sudden and exaggerated response of the vagus nerve, leading to bradycardia (slow heart rate) and vasodilation, ultimately causing a temporary loss of consciousness.
- Cardiac Arrhythmias:
- Certain cardiac arrhythmias, such as bradyarrhythmias (e.g., bradycardia) or tachyarrhythmias (e.g., ventricular tachycardia), can disrupt the normal electrical signaling of the heart, resulting in inadequate blood flow to the brain and syncope.
Etiology of Syncope
- Orthostatic Hypotension:
- A sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing, often due to dehydration, medications, or autonomic dysfunction, can lead to syncope.
- Vasovagal Syncope:
- Triggers such as emotional stress, pain, or the sight of blood can stimulate the vagus nerve, causing a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure, leading to syncope.
- Cardiac Causes:
- Structural heart issues, valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, or other cardiac abnormalities can result in syncope by disrupting normal cardiac function.
- Neurological Causes:
- Neurological conditions such as seizures or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) can lead to syncope episodes.
- Hyperventilation and Hypoxia:
- Hyperventilation, often due to anxiety or respiratory issues, can cause a decrease in carbon dioxide levels, leading to cerebral vasoconstriction and syncope. Hypoxia (low oxygen levels) can also contribute to fainting episodes.
Desired Outcome for Syncope
- Prevention of Recurrent Episodes:
- Minimize or eliminate syncope episodes through comprehensive assessment, identification of triggers, and implementation of preventive measures.
- Improved Quality of Life:
- Enhance the patient’s overall quality of life by addressing and managing contributing factors, reducing the impact of syncope on daily activities and well-being.
- Optimized Cardiac Function:
- Ensure optimal cardiac function and rhythm through appropriate interventions and collaboration with healthcare providers, aiming to prevent syncope related to cardiac causes.
- Enhanced Patient Education:
- Provide education to the patient and their family regarding syncope, its potential triggers, and lifestyle modifications to prevent future episodes, empowering them to actively participate in their care.
- Safety Measures Implemented:
- Implement safety measures to minimize injury risk during syncopal episodes, including education on proper positioning and awareness of warning signs to take preventive actions.
Subjective Data:
- Nausea
- Feeling cold, clammy, or warm
- Tunnel vision
- Blurred vision
Objective Data:
- Vomiting
- Loss of consciousness
- Arrhythmias
- Hypotension
- Pallor
- Bradycardia
- Confusion/disorientation
Nursing Assessment for Syncope
- Detailed Patient History:
- Obtain a thorough medical history, including any previous episodes of syncope, associated symptoms, triggers, medications, and relevant family history.
- Cardiovascular Assessment:
- Assess cardiovascular status, including blood pressure, heart rate, and rhythm. Evaluate for signs of structural heart disease or arrhythmias that may contribute to syncope.
- Neurological Assessment:
- Conduct a neurological assessment to identify any signs of neurological dysfunction or conditions that may contribute to syncope.
- Orthostatic Blood Pressure Monitoring:
- Perform orthostatic blood pressure monitoring to identify orthostatic hypotension as a potential cause of syncope.
- Medication Review:
- Review the patient’s current medications, as certain medications may contribute to syncope. Adjustments or changes in medications may be necessary.
- Psychosocial Assessment:
- Assess psychosocial factors, including stressors and emotional triggers, to identify potential vasovagal responses leading to syncope.
- Trigger Identification:
- Work collaboratively with the patient to identify specific triggers or situations that precede syncope episodes, aiding in preventive strategies.
- Patient Education:
- Educate the patient about syncope, its potential causes, and preventive measures. Emphasize the importance of recognizing warning signs and seeking prompt medical attention.
Implementation for Syncope
- Lifestyle Modification:
- Collaborate with the patient to implement lifestyle modifications, including adequate hydration, avoiding triggers, and incorporating measures to prevent orthostatic hypotension (e.g., rising slowly from a seated position).
- Medication Management:
- Work with healthcare providers to optimize medications, adjusting doses or discontinuing drugs that may contribute to syncope. Ensure the patient understands their medication regimen.
- Cardiac Monitoring:
- Implement continuous cardiac monitoring or prescribe ambulatory monitoring devices to capture any cardiac arrhythmias that may contribute to syncope. Ensure timely reporting and intervention for any abnormalities.
- Patient Education:
- Provide comprehensive education on syncope, including triggers, warning signs, and preventive measures. Empower the patient to recognize and respond appropriately to symptoms, emphasizing the importance of seeking medical attention.
- Safety Measures:
- Collaborate with the patient and caregivers to establish safety measures, such as using support devices (canes, walkers), modifying the home environment to reduce fall risks, and developing an emergency plan in case of syncope.
Nursing Interventions and Rationales
| Nursing Intervention (ADPIE) | Rationale |
| Prevent injury-nonskid socks doesn’t walk without assistance, bed in the lowest locked position, necessary items within reach, call bell within reach, side rails up x3) | Sudden loss of consciousness puts patients at a higher risk for falls and injury, therefore it would be prudent to be with the patient when OOB |
| Educate the patient to change positions slowly | This enables the blood pressure to accommodate to position changes and hopefully prevent future episodes |
| Reevaluate medications, review any that may cause syncope with MD | BP meds may need to be spaced out, or dosages may need to be adjusted; discuss |
| Monitor for changes in the level of consciousness. | Monitor appropriately and notify MD if needed, promote safety |
| Promote adequate fluid intake | Prevents worsening hypotension |
Evaluation for Syncope
- Frequency of Episodes:
- Evaluate the frequency of syncope episodes over time. A reduction in the frequency or complete absence of episodes indicates successful intervention and management.
- Effectiveness of Lifestyle Changes:
- Assess the patient’s adherence to lifestyle modifications and their impact on syncope. Measure the effectiveness of interventions such as increased fluid intake and trigger avoidance.
- Medication Adherence and Adjustments:
- Evaluate the patient’s adherence to prescribed medications and assess the need for any adjustments. Monitor for side effects and collaborate with healthcare providers for medication management.
- Cardiac Monitoring Results:
- Review results from cardiac monitoring to identify any abnormal rhythms or cardiac events. Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions aimed at preventing syncope related to cardiac causes.
- Patient Empowerment:
- Assess the patient’s knowledge and confidence in managing syncope. Evaluate their ability to recognize warning signs, implement preventive measures, and seek appropriate medical attention when needed.
References
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17536-syncope
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/arrhythmia/symptoms-diagnosis–monitoring-of-arrhythmia/syncope-fainting
https://medlineplus.gov/fainting.html
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Example Nursing Diagnosis For Nursing Care Plan (NCP) for Syncope (Fainting)
- Risk for Injury: Syncope can result in falls and injuries. This diagnosis highlights the potential for harm and the need for fall prevention strategies.
- Anxiety: Patients who have experienced syncope may have anxiety about its recurrence. This diagnosis addresses their emotional well-being.
- Altered Cerebral Perfusion: Syncope causes a temporary decrease in cerebral blood flow. This diagnosis focuses on monitoring and managing cerebral perfusion.
Transcript
Hey everyone. Today, we are going to be creating a nursing care plan for syncope, or fainting. So let’s get started. First, we’re going to go over the pathophysiology. So, syncope is essentially loss of consciousness, which is typically caused by hypertension. The brain lacks adequate blood flow, causing temporary loss of consciousness. Some nursing considerations. We want to prevent injury, slow position changes, reevaluating medications, any changes in LOS. We want to promote fluid intake. Some desired outcomes. We want no additional syncope events, no injury, identification of cause and treatment to prevent that further episode.
So we’re going to go ahead and get into the care plan. We’re going to be writing some subjective data and we’re going to be writing out some objective data. So what are we going to see in this patient? So we’re going to see that they’re going to complain of some nausea and possible blurred vision. They’ll also be hypotensive and bradycardic. Other things, they are probably going to be feeling a little cold, clammy, possibly warm,and experience some blurred vision, vomiting, loss of consciousness, possible arrhythmias, and confusion. Disorientation is a big one.
So interventions that we want to do: we want to make sure that we are preventing injury, Sudden loss of consciousness puts patients at a higher risk for falls. So you want to make sure your patient has non-skid socks, making sure that they’re not walking around without assistance. The beds in the lower locked position necessary items are within reach for the patient. Make sure the call lights are within reach for the patient and the side rails are up. We want to educate the patient to change positions slowly. This enables blood pressure to accommodate those position changes and hopefully prevents future episodes. Another invention we’re going to be doing is reevaluating their medications. So, which medications are they on that could be causing them to be pretty hypertensive; in particular, blood pressure medications may need to be spaced out or the doses may need to be adjusted. So these are things to discuss with the physician. Now an intervention we’re going to be doing is monitoring for changes in their level of consciousness, monitor appropriately for any changes and make sure you’re notifying the physician if there are any changes in the patient. We always want to make sure we’re promoting safety. Now, an intervention we’re going to be doing is to promote adequate fluid intake. So by increasing fluids, we want to prevent any worsening hypotension. Another intervention we’re going to be doing is education. Always want to make sure we’re educating the patient on their treatment plan and any protocols or interventions that we’re putting in place.
Okay, we’re going to go over the key points here. So syncope is essentially loss of consciousness, which is caused by hypertension. The brain’s lacking adequate blood flow causing temporary loss of consciousness. Some subjective objective data. They’re going to have nausea, feel cold, clammy, warm, tunnel vision, or blurred vision, loss of consciousness, hypotension, bradycardic, and confusion. We want to make sure we’re preventing injury, educating the patient on the slow positioning changes. So if they’re going from laying down to sitting up, make sure they’re doing that slowly or from sitting position to standing. We want to reevaluate their medications and monitor for changes in their level of consciousness and encourage fluid intake to prevent any further hypotension. And there you have that care plan.
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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