Medical
Dec 20, 2014 | 8:00 am
Is there a way to tell a nurse from everyone else when he or she is off duty? The truth is it is entirely possible to know if a person is a nurse just by noticing a few physical or behavioral differences. Few other professions offer the same complicated mixture of stress, compassion, intelligence, fortitude, and commitment as that of a nurse. The same traits that make a nurse successful in his or her profession are the same characteristics that eventually leave such a mark that it can be easy to pick a nurse out of a crowd of strangers.... Read more...
Dec 19, 2014 | 12:00 pm
Doctors and nurses are partners in helping people with their health concerns. Unfortunately, many times their relationship can be strained due to misunderstanding and lack of communication. In reality, doctors and nurses have very little crossover in much of their service, especially in hospitals and clinics. Therefore, it’s important to nurture a good doctor-nurse relationship in order to help the services run smoothly and serve patients. Cultivating the Doctor-Nurse Relationship One thing that is repeatedly brought up is the lack of communication between doctors and nurses. Very often, a doctor will make a change to a chart or tell the... Read more...
Dec 19, 2014 | 11:00 am
Each patient who comes into a healthcare facility has individual needs and assessments. The human being is created with a special fluid (blood) that tells the patient’s secrets that even he or she doesn’t know he or she has. This is why there are professionals like medical lab technicians to perform blood analysis. Submitting lab results to the patient’s provider is one of the first and most important aspects of treatment. Physicians write orders for specific types of tests that will be needed to come to conclusion for treatment’s sake. Usually, a phlebotomist will draw the blood as part of... Read more...
Dec 19, 2014 | 10:00 am
The life of a nurse is one filled with demanding work hours, stressful situations, and a lifelong commitment to the craft. Unlike other jobs, nurses rarely work the normal 9 to 5. They are expected to work nights, weekends, and holidays on some occasions and that is just the beginning. Nurses generally work over 40 hours every week and sometimes work upwards of 60 to 80 hours in a single week’s time. Nurses must also be able to remain calm in the face of extreme stress and be willing to deal with life or death situations on a daily basis.... Read more...
Dec 19, 2014 | 9:00 am
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. As such, there is really no area of life that it doesn’t apply to and cannot be improved by it. When we look at how nurses are affected by their work, it is important to understand it from a psychological standpoint. Nursing can be a stressful job. It is not stressful everyday and it is not stressful in the same way for every person. However, there is no denying that working with people who are either at their worst health or trying to be healthier can be stress-inducing. Understanding Psychology... Read more...
Dec 19, 2014 | 8:00 am
An accidental invention in 1895 would forever change our view of the human body on an earthshaking level. German physicist, Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen, was experimenting with electric currents through glass cathode-ray tubes; he discovered a glowing effect from the tubes. Not understanding what he was seeing, he labeled it “X radiation” for its unexplained properties. Rontgen, being a scientist, yet a true humanitarian, refused to patent his invention. To him, scientific advances belong to the world and should not be for profit. And so, the course of medical history took an upward turn and a Nobel Prize of Physics was... Read more...
Dec 18, 2014 | 12:00 pm
If you are looking to become a nurse, you will need to complete an Associate Degree in nursing program. This program is going to offer you all the required information to become a professional nurse and pass minimum standards of quality. This degree program is provided by a technical or community college and usually lasts 2 years. Once you have obtained this degree, you must take and pass the NCLEX exam; after that, you can proudly introduce yourself as a Registered Nurse. Consider a few things you never knew about this program. The Duration of the Program The Associate Degree... Read more...
Dec 18, 2014 | 11:00 am
Years have passed with few regular people knowing about the mere existence of surgical technologists. Registered nurses, nurse anesthetists, radiology techs, and other entities are popular professions that are familiar to everyone. However, surgical technologists are not only hidden behind a mask; they are also hidden behind surgeons, back tables, patients, and many sets of double doors with limited access and big red warnings. Hospitals Few hospital operating rooms are complete without the prowess of the well-trained surgical technologist. He or she may be found in every invasive department. In the cardiac catheterization lab, they may be assisting the cardiologist... Read more...
Dec 18, 2014 | 10:00 am
Diabetes is a disease that doesn’t allow the body to properly convert food into energy. This condition appears when the pancreas no longer produces insulin, or when it is produced by the pancreas, but the body resists it. Unfortunately, this disease affects more and more people. In 2013, 382 million people all over the world suffered from diabetes and 90% of them were diagnosed with type-2 diabetes. Other studies have shown that this disease results in almost 5 million deaths annually, being the 8th globally cause of premature death. Types of Diabetes According to International Diabetes Federation, diabetes is divided... Read more...
Dec 18, 2014 | 9:00 am
Radiologic technologists perform diagnostic imaging examinations, such as x-rays on patients. MRI technologists operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners to create diagnostic images. The term “normal day” for any medical professional would be deemed controversial when mentioned and usually quite a humorous consideration. There is a fresh faith of each individual as he or she enters the doors underneath the labeled cross of the grand facility that pays the bills from one paycheck to the next. Radiologic technologists are no exception. Departments and Shifts Different departments have different requirements, depending on the types of procedures, need for radiologic staff, and... Read more...
