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Cranial nerve 1 is the Olfactory ( smell). Cranial nerve 2 is the Optic ( vision).   What is hemianopia? Hemianopia is a loss of vision (blindness) in half of the visual  field.   This may occur in one or both eyes. What causes hemianopia? Trauma, tumors, and strokes may cause this condition.

                                                                                             A trauma scene                 Three friends are out hiking on a nature trail.Sad to say, one                  sustains a fall and subsequently injury to the spine. As they                    work to provide a safe place to rest and comfort their friend,                           they are also trying to figure out, how to get him to the hospital.                                   ...

  The Nursing Process A nurse who is new to the clinical settin g, knows all too well it is a challenge. Typically, a combination of learning in the classroom and a clinical area is done. However, feeling confident  and demonstrating competence takes time and practice. Assessment and Diagnosis are discussed here . ADPIE and its application in the clinical setting. The five steps of ADPIE. A- assessment D- diagnosis P- planning I - mplementation E- evaluation PLANNING ( IN ADPIE ) Mrs. G was admitted to the hospital with complaints of headaches, visual disturbances and occasional unsteady gait. This has been going on for about two weeks.  Her  family members decided to seek medical advice. The doctor has examined her and ordered a CT scan of the head. The nurse who is responsible for her care, begins to work on the care plan . She will identify the problems based on the diagnosis. Other staff members will also assist in the process. IMPLEMENTATION ( IN ADPIE) The nu...

  I just want to wish all nurses a Happy Thanksgiving.

 C - compressions   A- airway  B - breathing Compressions are considered necessary, to restore circulation as soon as possible. These guidelines were recommended by American Heart Association.  It is suggested that immediate compressions will  help restore circulation. Medical personnel are required to be trained in CPR and ACLS. Scenario : Jim was admitted to the medical floor, with  with complaints of abdominal pain. The nurse arrives  at his bedside, to find him unresponsive. She presses the code button, to alert the code team.  She then begins CPR. What does CPR mean?  CPR means Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. When the heart stops beating and there is no circulation of blood throughout the body, CPR is initiated. Lack of blood suppl y to the brain and vital organs, may cause permanent damage if left untreated. Above, medical personnel are being given instructions about the correct techniques to use when doing CPR. This is unacce...

         A nurse may face many challenging situations in the clinical setting.         There may be a traumatic event, which involves a hemothorax . How about the patient who has excrutiating pain after IV Potassium has been hung? Exercise is essential for good health. It  helps to keep your weight under control.  Exercise also helps to promote good brain function. Chest pain may be brought on by stress. It may also be a sign      of a cardiac event. It is important to seek medical advice if  chest pain occurs.