Medication Error Root Cause Analysis Case Study: A Medication Error A patient was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) for a cardiac-related problem. On admission to the unit. The physician ordered “Inderal 20 mg orally q 6 hours. If patient cannot take PO medications, give 1 mg Inderal IV q 6 hours.” Later that […]

learning strategies Learning styles represent the different approaches to learning based on preferences, weaknesses, and strengths. For learners to best achieve the desired educational outcome, learning styles must be considered when creating a plan. Complete “The VARK Questionnaire,” located on the VARK website, and then complete the following: Click “OK” to receive your questionnaire scores. […]

 Health History and Medical Information It is necessary for an RN-BSN-prepared nurse to demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiological processes of disease, the clinical manifestations and treatment protocols, and how they affect clients across the life span. Evaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mr. C., presented below. Based on this information, formulate […]

Diana Nelson  Initial Discussion- Wk 5 COLLAPSE Top of Form Diabetes is primarily a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism. In the United States, diabetes is the most common endocrine disorder and the 7th leading cause of death by disease (Rosenthal, L.D. & Burchum, J.R., 2021).   Type 1 diabetes mellitus generally develops during childhood or adolescence. Symptom onset […]

Adult Depression What you should know about adult depression. The Joint Commission is the largest health care accrediting body in the United States that promotes quality and safety. Healthcare organizations help patients. What you should know about adult depression was developed in collaboration with SpeakUPTM. Everybody feels blue or sad sometimes. Depression is more than […]