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  If you’re graduating this semester, you’re probably already looking for a job. I’ll bet you’re wondering what employers are looking for when it comes to nurses—besides a year of experience—and whether you can get a job as a new nurse, fresh out of school. What bosses look for varies …

Military Nurses care for patients within the military, all over the globe. These nurses are no different from other nurses as they administer medication, treat wounds, and care for the sick. However, one of the more interesting things about being a Military Nurse is that your assignments can take you …

How to Effectively Answer NCLEX Questions To move to the next level of your nursing profession, you should know how to effectively answer the NCLEX questions. Without passing the NCLEX, you won’t receive that prized license that determines if you can safely and efficiently practice as an entry-level nurse. The …

Please see the following video. It is a pretty good and quick way to read ABG’s. Blood gases Blood gases are a measurement of how much oxygen and carbon dioxide are in your blood. They also determine the acidity (pH) of your blood. How the Test is Performed Usually, blood …

Volume/Time – IV mL Rate Questions Given a certain amount of liquid and a time period, what is the necessary IV flow rate in mL/hr? Measurement used when IV regulated electronically by infusion pump. Formula: Volume (mL) Time (hr)  =  Y (Flow Rate in mL/hr) Example: Infuse 250 mL over …

What Is Heart Failure? CHF or heart failure occurs when the myocardium is unable to pump sufficiently enough to meet the metabolic demands of the body. Most frequently occurs in the left ventricle of the heart. But may also happen in the right ventricle. More often however, left sided heart …

A visual chart on helping to distinguish between heart blocks.    

One of the wonderful things about being a nurse is that you have so many alternatives to career changes if you suffer from burn out. Do you like computers? Go into healthcare informatics. This is the big and upcoming trend and computerized charting is not only becoming the mainstay, it …

I have to say that in all my years of nursing, I have always respected the “Manager” who was more of a “Leader”. The leader is the one who puts the gloves on and gets into the trenches with her/his team. I has always given these leaders 110% as maybe …

  Endocarditis signs and symptoms vary, but may include: -Fever and chills. -A new or changed heart murmur — heart sounds made by blood rushing through your heart. -Fatigue. -Aching joints and muscles. -Night sweats. -Shortness of breath. -Paleness. -Persistent cough. -Swelling in your feet, legs or abdomen -Unexplained weight …