Medical
Jan 15, 2015 | 8:00 am
Cancer mortality rates within the U.S. have fortunately been declining for years now. The major types of fatal cancers like lung, breast, prostate and colon are becoming more infrequent. The reason is due to groundbreaking research of new medical technologies as well as the influence of other health factors. Statistics The decrease is not phenomenal, but among men, women and children of all races and nationalities, there was a notable improvement of 1.5% to 2% during the first decade of the 21st century. Lung cancer experienced a certain drop between 2006 and 2010 and when it comes down to men,... Read more...
Jan 14, 2015 | 12:00 pm
Recent studies have determined that heavy schedule and the overwhelming fatigue in nurses can lead to fatal mistakes for patients. Nowadays, nurses are receiving proper training regarding the different ways they can counter tiredness during heavy shifts in order to successfully perform their duties. The so-called mistakes bear the scientific name “decision theory” or “opportunity loss.” It is more common with male nurses, whose concentration is usually more vulnerable during such moments of overwhelming work. Problems caused by fatigue in nurses can be expensive, tragic, and even career affecting. Not Enough Sleep Getting 6 hours of sleep, with about 2... Read more...
Jan 14, 2015 | 11:00 am
The Big Picture According to a 2013 Gallup Poll, the most trusted profession in the country today is the medical nurse. The silver “second place” is taken by the pharmacist and in 3rd place is a physician. Why? Their close co-operation with patients in critical condition (patient advocacy), and their pivotal role in the hospital, fully earns this trust. Their most treasured qualities singled out include an ethical attitude and open-heart honesty. Nurses have been successfully holding the number one place for more than a decade now. A notable exception was the period around the incident of 9/11 when firefighters... Read more...
Jan 14, 2015 | 10:00 am
Nursing school is a bold undertaking. There is much to consider when pursuing a career in this professional specialty. One of the best ways to begin is with excellent counseling before the first college class is ever discussed. Interviews with competent nurses from different backgrounds in different specialties are also helpful. Achievements Things to look for in a top nursing college might include academic achievements. One might like to look into the success rates of the students and see what some final GPAs are listed in statistical studies. Academically, one would also want to check out the final pass rate... Read more...
Jan 14, 2015 | 9:00 am
One might ask what is a surgical tech and what do they do? A certified surgical tech is an allied health professional who works as part of a surgical team to ensure that the operative procedure is conducted under optimal conditions. Some of their duties might include preparing the operating room for surgery, preparing patients for surgery, sterilizing all equipment and ensuring there are ample supplies needed for surgery, assisting surgeons during surgery and anticipating their needs, passing the surgeons instruments and other sterile supplies, inventory supplies and ensuring a sterile environment. Applying bandages and dressings once the surgery is... Read more...
Jan 14, 2015 | 8:00 am
One Flew Over Cuckoo’s Nest The classic Oscar-winning film with Jack Nicholson and the legendary antagonist of Nurse Mildred Ratched is an essential film for anybody who wants to see a nurse, disciplined, devoted to principle and one that can inspire authority over the patients with sheer force of character. It is also a truly thoughtful tale about the extremes to which a nurse should not go and the crossing of the fragile boundary between harshness and sensitivity. Regardless of rules and regulations, it is the patients that are of the highest priority; their improvement and wellbeing, two goals that... Read more...
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...
