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Post-mortem care

Once a patient is pronounced dead, your job is to prepare the body for the family to view, and then for transport to the morgue. Knowing what to do can make this difficult task just a little easier for you and the patient's family.

Inserting an NG tube

Inserting a nasogastric tube is a common nursing function in many hospitals. This handy step-by-step guide will help you perform this procedure safely and confidently.

When the heart in trouble is a young one

Early detection and education are the keys to safeguarding children who have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a genetic condition that can cause serious symptoms and even sudden cardiac death.

Drawing blood for ABGs

The ability to draw an arterial blood gas sample safely and accurately is essential? even when you're under the gun.

Obtaining blood cultures

Contaminated samples account for nearly half of all positive blood cultures. Accurate results require your rigorous adherence to proper technique.

Turning visions into reality

I am writing this column on the eve of our national celebration of Martin Luther King's contributions to the world.

Epicardial wires

Careful handling of epicardial pacing wires is paramount to your patient's safety. Here are the steps you'll need to take.

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