DKA vs HHNS!
Nitty Gritty Nursing
by Nurse Em
2M ago
In this episode I cover the various difference between both diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar non-ketotic syndrome (HHNS). Lets break this down simply and the nursing interventions you would consider doing.  Support the show ..read more
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Congenital Heart Defects! (Cyanotic & Mixed Problems)
Nitty Gritty Nursing
by Nurse Em
2M ago
In this episode I briefly discuss cyanotic and mixed congenital heart defects including: Tetralogy of Fallot, Transposition of the Great Arteries, truncus arteriosus, and Tricuspid atresia, just to name a few.  Support the show ..read more
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Congenital Heart Defects! (Acyanotic & Obstructive)
Nitty Gritty Nursing
by Nurse Em
2M ago
In this episode I'll cover acyanotic congenital heart defects (CHD). Which is a defect in increased pulmonary blood flow. Hopefully this is helpful for those of you needing clarification! Increased pulmonary blood flow means that more blood goes to the lungs than to the body on the systolic squeeze. Its often a left to right shunt. Acyanotic Defects: - Ventricular septal defect (VSD) - Atrial septal defect (ASD) - Patent Ductus Arterious (PDA) Obstructive Defects: - Aortic Stenosis - Pulmonary Stenosis  - Coarctation of the Aorta Support the show ..read more
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Types of Trachs and Complications
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by Nurse Em
2M ago
In this episode I will cover a few of the most common types of trachs you might see in the clinical and hospital setting, nursing considerations, complications to be leary of and what to do about them. All Things Sensory by Harkla Rachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, are two passionate Certified Occupational Therapy... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ..read more
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AKI: Causes & Phases
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by Nurse Em
2M ago
In this episode I breakdown acute kidney injury, the different causes that can lead to this and the four phases that many patients will experience with an AKI.  The Voyage Cast As therapists, we started this podcast to inspire change! Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ..read more
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Shocks: Treatments Part II
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by Nurse Em
2M ago
In this episodes I talk about the different types of shocks and what treatments we would consider in nursing. This episode is a "Part II" to the first shocks episode on this podcast.  History of Africa Take a deep dive deep into African history with this in-depth podcast. From Casablanca... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ..read more
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Bowel Obstructions - All about!
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by Nurse Em
3M ago
In this episode we discuss the different types of bowel obstructions that patients might suffer from and what our nursing considerations are while we care for people with obstructions. The Voyage Cast As therapists, we started this podcast because therapy can only take us so far.... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ..read more
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Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis
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by Nurse Em
3M ago
In this episode I discuss the different attributes of both Crohns and Ulcerative colitis and I will talk about different nursing considerations to be aware of. Support the show ..read more
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ABG's Breakdown
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by Nurse Em
3M ago
In this episode I break down Arterial Blood Gases (aka ABG's) and things you need to know about interpreting these lab values in your nursing practice!  Teacher Tails - Karrer Shorts Podcasting of published articles/tales/short stories (L.A.Times, NY Post, etc.) by Paul... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ..read more
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Combined Series: Anemias (Blood loss, Iron Deficiency, B12, Sickle Cell and Hemophilia)
Nitty Gritty Nursing
by Nurse Em
3M ago
This is a combined series episode. Here I've combined shorter episodes in one place for those who want longer episodes and don't want to have to hunt down the individual ones.  If you prefer the shorter episodes, check on the two I've done on these topics! Teacher Tails - Karrer Shorts Podcasting of published articles/tales/short stories (L.A.Times, NY Post, etc.) by Paul... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Support the show ..read more
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