Published Feb 5, 2010
TiffanyRN!!
189 Posts
Can someone tell me if I am missing something with this mnemonic for the 20 min check, WIGSS CARE, silly I know lol.
Wash hands
Intro/Id pt
Glove up
Site check/gloves off/sanitize
Skin turgor
Check tubes/fluids infusing w/kardex
Assess pain/ comfort (if assigned)
Record info
Explain all procedures to pt
Thanks for any input you can give.
Sorry duplicate post
TiffanyRN!!
189 Posts
Can someone tell me if I am missing something with this mnemonic for the 20 min check, WIGSS CARE, silly I know lol.
Wash hands
Intro/Id pt
Glove up
Site check/gloves off/sanitize
Skin turgor
Check tubes/fluids infusing w/kardex
Assess pain/ comfort (if assigned)
Record info
Explain all procedures to pt
Thanks for any input you can give.