Nursing Care Plan on Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary edema is an accumulation of fluid in the alveoli of the lungs that causes disturbances in gas exchange. Cardiogenic and…
Calf Muscle Pain
Calf muscle pain has many possible causes, including leg cramps, strains and contusions. But severe or ongoing pain in your calves can be a…
Nursing Care Plan on Tracheostomy
A tracheostomy or tracheotomy is a surgical incision of the front of the neck into the trachea to open the airway. A tracheostomy tube is…
Nursing Care Plan on Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
Alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS) occurs when a person suddenly stops or reduces drinking after heavy alcohol consumption. Alcohol is a…
Nursing Care Plan on Breast Cancer
Breast cancer can affect one or both breasts and is usually found through an exam or mammogram and then diagnosed through a biopsy to…
Nursing Care Plan on Cancer
Cancer, one of the leading causes of death in the world, is characterized by the unregulated or uncontrolled growth of cells that infiltrate…
Nursing Care Plan on Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy, also referred to as antineoplastic therapy, is a treatment that utilizes cytotoxic chemicals to kill cancer cells. This…
Understanding the Choking Condition
Introduction Choking is a medical emergency that occurs when an object blocks the airway, preventing normal breathing. It can be…
Nursing Care Plan on Community Health
Community Health: Overall health and well-being are greatly impacted by the communities in which patients live and work. Access to care is…
Nursing Care Plan on End of Life Care
End of life care is provided when vital organs and body systems shut down irreversibly and death becomes imminent. It starts when a patient is…
Nursing Care Plan on Epistaxis
Epistaxis or nosebleeds are common and self-limiting, with only about 10% requiring emergent treatment. There are two types of epistaxis:…
Nursing Care Plan on Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a common medical condition affecting people of all ages with numerous causes. There are three types of hearing loss: …
Nursing Care Plan on Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs caused by a bacteria, virus, or fungus. In healthy individuals, pneumonia is not usually…
Nursing Care Plan on Safety
Safety: Accidents and injuries are the leading causes of death among young men, while suffocation is the most common cause of death among…
Nursing Care Plan on Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by the repeated cessation and resumption of breathing during sleep, preventing the body from…
Candida Albicans: The Ubiquitous Fungal Pathogen
Candida albicans is a remarkably adaptable and resilient fungus, well known for its role in human health and disease. A common inhabitant of…
Nursing Care Plan on Smoking
A nursing care plan on smoking includes assessment of tobacco use, readiness to quit, and respiratory status. Interventions focus on…
Nursing Care Plan on Postpartum Haemorrhage
Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) is a serious complication occurring after childbirth. 1-5% of mothers will experience PPH which the American…
Nursing Care Plan on Pleural Effusion
Pleural effusion is characterized by the accumulation of excess fluid between the lining of the chest wall and the lining of the lungs, known…
Nursing Care Plan on Obesity
Obesity is excessive body fat that presents a health risk. A body mass index (BMI) over 30 is considered obese. Obesity is a growing problem…
Nursing Care Plan on Hip Fracture
Hip fracture are a significant health concern, particularly among older adults, often resulting from falls or direct trauma. As a nurse,…
Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) can affect people who use cannabis (marijuana) long-term. CHS causes frequent, severe nausea and vomiting.…
Nursing Care Plan on Pneumothorax
Pneumothorax or collapsed lung is caused by air leaking into the pleural cavity. In a normal lung, negative pressure exists between the…
Canker Sores
Canker sores, also known as aphthous ulcers, are one of the most common types of oral lesions. Though not contagious or life-threatening, they…
Nursing Care Plan on Colon Cancer
Colorectal or colon cancer occurs when polyps in the large intestine become malignant. The risk of this type of cancer increases with age,…
Nursing Care Plan on Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is a serious complication that occurs during pregnancy, affecting 5-7% of pregnancies worldwide. It is characterized by…
Nursing Care Plan on Asthma
A nursing care plan on asthma addresses airway inflammation, wheezing, and breathing difficulty. Nurses assess respiratory status, administer…
Nursing Care Plan on Peripheral Vascular Disease
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD), also known as peripheral artery disease (PAD), is a condition characterized by slow and progressive…
Nursing Care Plan on Antisocial Personality Disorder
Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is a type of mental health disorder that belongs to the cluster B personality disorders of…
Nursing Care Plan on Placenta Previa
Placenta previa is a condition in pregnancy characterized by the implantation of the placenta in the lower part of the uterus covering a part…
Nursing Care Plan on Postpartum Care
The postpartum period begins after the delivery of the infant and generally ends 6-8 weeks later, though can extend in certain cases. The…
Elbow Replacement Surgery (Gallbladder Inflammation)
Introduction Cholecystitis is a medical condition characterised by inflammation of the gallbladder, a small, pear-shaped organ located beneath…
Nursing Care Plan on Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy occurs when the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord are damaged, leading to weakness, numbness, and pain, typically…