When caring for someone with increased ICP, here are some management strategies to think about! Here are very easy things you can do as a nurse to more complicated and emergent strategies! Positioning–...
Being a critical care nurse, it is vital to understand how to recognize if your patient has elevated ICP. A good understanding of your patient’s vitals and baseline assessment will be essential in monitoring your...
The American Heart Association published the updated 2026 Guidelines for Acute Ischemic Stroke. So, “What Do I Need to Know?” 1. Tenecteplase (TNK) is in! It is equally preferred to alteplase in the 4.5-hour...
When caring for your critically ill patient, this question often arises. You should definitely know the answer to this question. But, how do you know? An ICU patient will often have an arterial line placed...
What is heart failure? Your heart is a pump that works to pump blood through your body and when your ventricles are not functioning properly, they cause a back-up of fluid. This leads to left-sided heart failure, right...
Congratulations! You have decided it is time to get certified in your specialty. Not only will you get a deeper understanding of knowledge in your field, but you’ll be a stronger nurse! Some hospitals...
Did you know that as a nurse you can drive change? Your voice matters. You are the eyes and ears of the hospital. At the bedside, you are frontline observers and the most trusted profession. Nurses should be reporting...
Is it time to renew your nursing specialty certification? Every three years, you must earn a set number of CEs across three categories to keep your certifications active. First of all, what are CERPS? The Continuing...
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