Hypovolemic shock is quite similar to cardiogenic shock, almost. Both have the same signs and symptoms and are about issues regarding blood volume. Hypovolemic shock, much like cardiogenic shock, is due to decreased perfusion which results in decreased oxygen transport to the rest of the body. Therefore, the clinical manifestations of hypovolemic shock would be the same with cardiogenic shock.
In this edition of our pediatric nursing lecture, we’ll be focusing on the different congenital heart defects that are experienced by pediatric infant clients. It is advisable that you have a strong background regarding the different cardiac conditions for adults in your medical-surgical nursing. If not, you’ll find this subject a bit complicated because not only is this going to
In today’s leukemia lecture, we’ll be talking about the basic treatments and interventions that primarily influence your client’s condition. The information that will be given here is critical in passing major nursing exams, especially the NCLEX®. So, let’s figure out what are the things that you should focus on, especially in managing clients with leukemia. Uncomplicated Pathophysiology Leukemia treatment is
In this neurology review, we’ll be determining what myasthenia gravis and ALS is. Myasthenia Gravis (MG) This condition affects the functions of the peripheral nervous system and not the central nervous system which is composed of the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system is mostly comprised of the muscles and nerves that control the lungs and body movement.
Jump to Sections Pernicious Anemia Pathophysiology Pernicious Anemia Nursing Interventions Pernicious Anemia Memory Trick Pernicious anemia is a type of anemia that occurs when a person's body is unable to absorb enough vitamin B12 from the food they eat. Vitamin B12 is essential for the production of red blood cells, and a deficiency in this vitamin can lead to a
One of the most confusing topics of inflammatory bone disorders is distinguishing osteoarthritis from rheumatoid arthritis. Which is which, and how does one differ from the other? Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are both conditions affecting the bones, specifically the joints and cartilages. However, certain characteristics set them apart. Arthritis: A Quick Overview Whenever you think of arthritis, you should think
In this part of our perioperative nursing lecture, we’ll be focusing on what’s going on inside a post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). So, there are a couple of questions we will be answering as we go through this discussion, mainly: What happens in post-operative PACU? How long does a client stay inside the PACU? What are the major details you must
