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Jan 13, 2015 | 12:00 pm
The Road to Discovery Laboratory testing is an investigative process. A medical laboratory scientist is constantly asking the question, “why” and wants to know what will happen by adding new chemicals or substances together. The goal is to find and help develop new medical breakthroughs that will benefit humanity. They work within the laboratories of hospitals, clinics or research facilities. The work conditions are generally safe, although they may sometimes work with dangerous substances. Medical laboratory scientists take great care to follow all necessary safety procedures, and must have a strong understanding of biology, chemistry, physiology and mathematics. Some of... Read more...
Jan 13, 2015 | 11:00 am
The electrocardiogram (ECG) is a recording of the electrical activity of the heart that is used to diagnose heart conditions. There are many wonderful programs available in order to get certified in electrocardiogram (ECG) performance and monitoring. They are concise, usually one or two day courses. Of course, one must understand that these courses are usually limited to healthcare professionals who already have some understanding of the heart and it’s rhythms and possible anomalies and potential problems that may occur. Coupling The ECG certification is usually coupled with a pharmacology run down and they are addressed together in testing. Once... Read more...
Jan 13, 2015 | 10:00 am
Advantages and Duties Being a medical assistant puts individuals in a position to utilize his or her administrative skills, as well as being considered the “right-hand” person to medical professionals such as a doctor and physician assistant, as well as administrative office personnel. Getting hands-on continued training and experience in performing tasks both in the medical office, as well as clinical settings can be of great advantage. Some duties might include scheduling appointments, recording patient history and information, assisting in patient exams, drawing blood, recording vitals, and other clinical and medical office duties. Academics Courses cover anatomy, medical terminology and... Read more...
Jan 13, 2015 | 9:00 am
When it comes down to getting your BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), your truly best bet would be to go for a RN-to-BSN program. The reason for that is the RN-to-BSN allows for a broader range of certified skills; when you finish the course, you will have more items in your resume. Otherwise, there are multiple other ways to get your BSN in multiple time frames. Conditions for the Course The focus of getting your BSN program is developing your skills in terms of leadership, the conversation with the patient and the evaluation of a critical situation: essential qualities... Read more...
Jan 13, 2015 | 8:00 am
Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members. Doesn’t sound too tough of a job, right? One would think a couple of years of college and the world could be changed with a bright shiny individual who graduates with a degree, specializing in the care of others. A new superhero is created and will be loved by all who crosses his or her path. Studies Nursing is a profession that is not for the faint of heart. It requires... Read more...
Jan 12, 2015 | 12:00 pm
A surgical tech, operating room tech or scrub tech will assist physicians, surgeons, and RN’s in the operating room to ensure an optimal operating room environment. They do this by preparing or setting up instruments and equipment, preparing patients by washing and disinfecting incision sights, positioning patients on the operating table, covering them with sterile drapes and preparing medications. Other duties include providing sterile solutions, ensuring all equipment is working properly, assisting the team with surgical gowns, gloves and other surgical wear, and passing instruments to surgeons. They might also help transport patients to other rooms, hold internal organs and... Read more...
Jan 12, 2015 | 11:00 am
The Practical Aspects of Nursing Our economy has suffered a shake-down, with job losses suffered in an enormous number of fields, driving many students to consider what type of higher education would create for them the greatest security in pursuing a career. The medical profession is one of the few areas that has not only been largely unaffected by the destabilized economy, but continues to increase in demand for qualified practitioners. At a twenty-six percent expectancy of continued growth through the year 2020, nursing has one of the highest demand rates of all other professions. Nursing is a career you... Read more...
Jan 12, 2015 | 10:00 am
Preparation High school is completed with a solid grade point average and now on for the nursing degree. What is involved in getting an Associate’s Degree in Nursing in Ohio? Well, the first thing is to find a solid and accredited nursing school or community college that is recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing. Researching options and asking about financial assistance, grants and/or scholarships that you may be qualify for. The class load for getting an Associate’s Degree in nursing will depend on the student. While some might only take two years, others may take a lighter class load... Read more...
Jan 12, 2015 | 9:00 am
The Importance of Sterilizing Medical Equipment It has long been known that bacteria and germs can spread causing terrible health conditions, which can sometimes be a cause for death especially in those with a compromise immune system. We have heard the horror stories about medical implements or dirty dressings left behind inside a patient’s body during surgery causing dangerous infections such as gangrene, sepsis or worse. Keeping families safe and clean is of the utmost importance. When you go to the doctor or a hospital, you expect the environment to be sterile; for the facility to protect your health and... Read more...
Jan 12, 2015 | 8:00 am
Med-Tech is a medical equipment company that has spent many years building up strong relationships with local doctors and hospitals, therapists and home health agencies. They also visit the communities and talk with people about fall preventions and answer their questions and give them other information that may help them. They have been working on improving a couple of exceptionally significant areas such as healthcare and geographical locations. This brings their products to more people enabling them to have more productive lives, such as fall prevention and alternative pain management. Medical Equipment Provided While there are diabetic shoes, specialty walkers,... Read more...
