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ABC prioritization means address Airway, then Breathing, then Circulation in that order, every time. It is the fastest, safest way to decide who you see first and what you do first in emergencies and ...
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Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) refer to the basic tasks essential for personal self-care and independent living, such as eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility. Understanding ADLs is cr...
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An arterial blood gas (ABG) is a common, rapid test that analyzes arterial blood to assess oxygenation, ventilation, and acid–base status. It provides key values such as pH, PaCO2, PaO2, HCO3−, base e...
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Food choices are the everyday decisions individuals make about what, when, and how much to eat. These choices are shaped by biology, culture, preferences, health conditions, environment, access, and e...
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Infection control is the systematic approach to preventing and containing the spread of infectious agents in healthcare and community settings. It integrates standard and transmission-based precaution...
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Nursing is a patient-centered, evidence-informed healthcare profession focused on promoting health, preventing illness, and providing holistic care across the lifespan. Nurses use clinical judgment, t...
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Mobility assistance involves providing support to individuals who have difficulties with independent movement due to various health conditions or injuries. This includes using assistive devices, physi...
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The nursing process is a systematic, patient-centered framework used by nurses to deliver safe, evidence-based, and individualized care. Organized as ADPIE—Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementat...
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Patient assessment is the structured process nurses use to collect, interpret, and act on patient data. It blends subjective history, focused observation, and a head-to-toe exam to identify risks and ...
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Therapeutic communication is a purposeful, patient-centered way of interacting that builds trust, promotes understanding, and supports behavior change and coping. Nurses use specific verbal and nonver...