This is the process of building a therapeutic relationship/environment with the patient/client and family who visit the hospital. It makes the patient/client and family feel at ease to discuss his/her needs with the nurse. This action is performed by the nurse immediately he/she comes into contact with a patient/client and family
It is the act of describing a procedure, an action or task that will be carried out for a patient/client and or the family during the delivery of care.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a fundamental life support technique aimed at providing oxygen to the brain and the heart until appropriate definitive medical treatment can reinstate regular heart ventilatory function.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a fundamental life support technique aimed at providing oxygen to the brain and the heart until appropriate definitive medical treatment can reinstate regular heart ventilatory function.
A series of life-saving interventions performed after unsuccessful Basic Life Support. This may involve invasive procedures such as intubation, IV medication administration (epinephrine) and ends with post cardiac arrest care.
This is a process of obtaining an arterial blood sample to evaluate the function of the respiratory system and the acid-base balance in the blood.
The process of conducting preliminary assessment, sorting out of client/patient based on the severity of their conditions and urgency of treatment using the South African Triage Scale (SATS).
A process that involves clinical judgement based on assessment of the type, significance and context of the individual’s pain experience.
It is a non-invasive procedure performed to monitor the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time.
This is the act of recording electrical signals from the heart during myocardial contraction and relaxation by the use of electrodes and 12-Leads on the skin to detect the heart's electrical activity.
This is the administration of therapeutic electrical energy to the heart through the chest walls over a brief period to revert to a normal heart rhythm.
The process of administering IV medication at a predetermined rate and duration using a syringe pump when a precise control over the medication dosage is required.
This is a clinical evaluation of a client/patient’s level of consciousness that reflects activities of higher brain centres. It assesses patient’s best eye opening, verbal and motor responses.
This is a procedure which involves the process of securing and mobilizing the affected bone(s) or joint(s) to prevent further movement and it is typically done using various medical devices and techniques.
This is an application of a cervical collar to the cervical spine to maintain immobilization and stabilization of the cervical spine in cases of suspected neck injury or trauma.
This is the setting of a trolley for a medical procedure where an intravenous catheter is inserted into a large vein (subclavian, internal jugular or femoral) when multiple medications need to be administered quickly.
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This is a rapid first-aid procedure in which an abrupt force is used to dislodge a foreign body from the upper airway tract to restore normal breathing.
This is a quick assessment to identify life-threatening injuries and prioritize care.
This involves a comprehensive and specialized approach to provide life-sustaining respiratory support. This process encompasses a series of crucial steps and considerations.
Nebulization is a method of delivering medication directly to the patient’s airways, in the form of a mist or aerosol.
This is a basic emergency technique used to deliver oxygen to a patient not breathing normally until a more definitive airway is established. This procedure can be done in isolation or along with chest compression during CPR in the pre-hospital and hospital settings.
It is the process of administering medication through a catheter into centrally located veins in critically ill patient.
Delivering medication into a large vein using a central line with absolute precaution. Care is taken to adhere to aseptic technique and vigilant monitoring of the patient.
This outlines the systematic daily care of the central venous catheter by the nurse. It involves assessment and sterile dressing of the catheter. The catheter insertion site is observed at least 3 times per day.
This is a procedure followed to prepare adequately for inserting a chest tube through the chest wall and into the pleural cavity, allowing for drainage and re-expansion of the lung.
It is a procedure which involves the change of dressing at a chest tube insertion site.
This involves the insertion of a rigid plastic shaped tube according to the outline of the hard and soft palate as well as the tongue into the mouth. This helps to create and maintain airway patency in an unconscious patient or minimal responsive patient who is not breathing spontaneously.
The act of inserting a soft rubberlike tube with a bevelled tip inserted into the nasal cavity. This is to help create and maintain upper airway patency in an unconscious patient or minimal responsive patient who is not breathing spontaneously.
This is a procedure where a BVM is used to deliver oxygen to a patient with respiratory failure or difficulty breathing; by the rescuer squeezing to deliver an inflow oxygen into the patient’s lungs but preventing exhaled air from entering the bag.
This is a procedure of stabilizing and immobilizing the pelvis of a patient suspected of having pelvic fracture or instability with the use of a pelvic binder.
Endotracheal intubation is a medical procedure in which a tube is inserted through the mouth or nose into the trachea to establish and secure a patent airway.
It is the medical intervention aimed at clearing the respiratory passages of any obstructive objects or substances that may compromise airflow.