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My last one for the day is this... Remember that long-term corticosteroid use causes adrenal atrophy, which will decrease the ability of the body to withstand stress. Therefore, when a pt is made NPO before surgery, check with the MD because this medication may still need to be given. Sometimes you may also see the the dosage of a corticosteroid increased before surgery.

If you need to preform the Heimlich on a pregnant woman, lie her on her back and place a wedge under her right abdominal flank. This displaces the uterus on the left side so the baby isn't harmed.

Here are some reminders about TPN: -TPN must run through a filter -If lipids are also ordered, they must connect through a Y-site BELOW the filter -TPN should be changed every 12-24 hours, the tubing every 24 hours, and the dressing every 48 hours -If an air emboli: 1. clamp the IV 2. place pt on left side in reverse Trendelenburg (to trap air in right side of heart) 3. call the MD 4. give oxygen

Congrats -- an added boost of inspiration for the rest of us to follow!!

Thank you for the studying tips and kind words -- your advice is certainly helpful and definately makes sense. God bless!

Good luck to you guys...you've definately earned the right to relax

Congratulations!

Thanks for the encouragement and the welcome. I am planning to do Suzanne's plan this time - 3rd time's a charm, right?

I just failed for the second time as well. If there is one thing I has learned in the past few days it is that we are not alone. There is still hope. Maybe try something different this time? I know I am!

I haven't confused #1 and #3... I learned this from the Saunders Comprehensive Review book... in a triage situation you are to quickly assess and aid those who you can help to survive in the long run before you help those who are severely/critically injured.

Just incase anyone else was as confused about triage systems as I was... listed by prioritization 1. Immediate (emergent) - seriously injured but have a reasonable chance for survival once in stable condition 2. Delayed (nonemergent) - can wait for 1-2 hours after recieving simple first aid 3. Expectant - extremely critical or dying 4. Minimal (nonemergent) - no impairment of function; can treat on their own or recieve treatment from a non-professional I hope this helps!

I've been studying meds for what seems like forever and its time for a change. So here is some info on herbs... Zinc - stimulates immune system; has antiviral properties Echinacea - stimulates immune system St. John's Wort - antiviral, antibacterial, and antidepressant Garlic - antioxidant Ginko baloba - antioxidant Chamomile - antispasmotic and anti-inflammatory (sedative effects) Kava - antianxiety and skeletal muscle relaxant (sedative effects) Ginsing - increases physical activity (stimulating effect) Black cohosh - produces estrogen-like effects Ginger - help treat N/V