Paul Martin

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Articles

Bladder Scanning

Nov 23, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Bladder scanning is a quick, safe, and non-invasive method for evaluating post-void residual (PVR) urine volume in patients with urinary disorders such as incontinence, retention, or overactive bladder. Unlike catheterization, which is accurate but invasive and uncomfortable, bladder scanning is widely tolerated by patients. This method helps prevent complications such as infections, renal impairment, and discomfort from bladder overdistension or unnecessary catheterization.
Measuring Urine Output

Nov 18, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Measuring urinary output is a basic nursing task used to monitor a patient’s fluid balance and kidney function. This guide details the procedure, equipment, importance of measuring urinary output, and considerations for specific patient scenarios. Table of ContentsEquipment NeededNursing ConsiderationsReferencesMeasuring urinary output is a fundamental nursing responsibility that provides invaluable insights into a patient’s health. 1. Indicator of kidney function.
Nebulizer Therapy

Nov 15, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Nebulizer therapy is a simple therapeutic intervention for delivering medications directly to the lungs, offering rapid relief from respiratory conditions such as asthma, COPD, and acute bronchospasm. Nurses assist in nebulization to ensure accurate medication administration and enhance its therapeutic effects. The role includes guiding patients on proper usage, monitoring for adverse reactions, and maintaining infection control to ensure safe and effective treatment.
Chest Physiotherapy

Nov 11, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) is a therapeutic approach used in nursing care to enhance respiratory function by mobilizing secretions, promoting lung expansion, and clearing airways. CPT is particularly beneficial for patients with respiratory conditions that impair natural airway clearance, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, or cystic fibrosis.
Performing Suctioning

Nov 4, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Suctioning involves mechanically removing lung secretions in patients with artificial airways, such as endotracheal or tracheostomy tubes. In healthy individuals, natural mechanisms like ciliated cells, immune defenses, and the cough reflex help clear the airways of debris and pathogens. However, critically ill patients often lose these protective functions, leading to excessive mucus that becomes hard to expel.
Must-Know Nursing Tips for Managing Peripheral IV Site Complications

Oct 25, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Intravenous therapy, commonly administered through peripheral venous catheters, often leads to catheter removal due to complications, completion of treatment, or lack of use. Local complications such as hematoma, thrombosis, phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, infiltration, and extravasation are frequently associated with peripheral IV catheters. Nurses need to possess strong technical and medical knowledge of evidence-based practices.
Collecting Urine Specimen

Jul 23, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Urine is a type of specimen that can be easily and non-invasively collected from patients, making it a convenient option for diagnostic testing. Urine specimen analysis can provide physicians with useful information regarding the presence of infections in the urinary tract, including identifying the specific microorganisms responsible. The physician can also use the information from urine testing to diagnose and treat other diseases.
Intravenous Administration

Jul 13, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

When other routes of medication administration are ineffective, the intravenous (IV) route becomes the preferred method due to its ability to provide rapid and accurate drug delivery. This approach is ideal for medications that cannot be absorbed orally because of large molecular size or susceptibility to destruction by the digestive system.
Transdermal Patches and Medications

Jul 4, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Transdermal drug delivery offers a convenient method to administer medication, avoiding the discomfort of intravenous injections, the need for venous access, and the disposal of syringes. It also provides an alternative for patients with difficulty swallowing oral medications as it bypasses first-pass metabolism, avoids gastrointestinal issues, and improves patient compliance.
Intramuscular Administration

Jul 1, 2024 | nurseslabs.com | Paul Martin

Intramuscular injection (IMI) delivers medication deep into muscle tissue, allowing rapid absorption due to the muscle’s good vascularization. This route also accommodates larger medication volumes compared to alternative administration routes. While often viewed as a simple nursing procedure, improper technique and inadequate knowledge of correct injection sites can lead to numerous serious complications.