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Benadryl may increase risk of Alzheimer’s, study says By Evann Gastaldo – Published January 27, 2015 – Newser Need help with allergies—or sleeping? Be careful: A new study finds that some sleeping aids and allergy pills, including Benadryl and Nytol, are associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The study looked at “anticholinergic” drugs, which … Read more
Here is a little story about an incredibly wonderful physician. When I get the nursing students on their first day of rotations/clinicals, some are anxious, nervous, or scared. Not sure if they can make another semester or term of school. I have given them an extra credit assignment to watch this movie. It is … Read more
Types of Blood Components: Whole Blood Provides all blood components, although clotting factors deteriorate if product is older than 24 hours Must be ABO compatible Comes in 500 mL volumes Give 20 mL/kg in children Packed Red Blood Cells Elevates HGB levels by 1 g/dl and HCT by 3% per unit Best blood product to … Read more
Choosing a Career as a Certified Nursing Aide Choosing a career as a nurse’s aide can turn out to be quite a great decision, as it not only promises a better pay, but opens up prospects for future growth. Although, it’s not mandatory for an individual to possess any kind of degree to become a … Read more
How to become an LVN or LPN There are two types of nurse that fall into the practical nursing branch, a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse has depending on the institution approximately 12-18 months of study. SO when you ask yourself the question, “how do I become a nurse”, we hope that this … Read more
