Assisting with application of skin traction
Skin traction is a non-invasive orthopedic technique used to apply a gentle, continuous pulling force to an injured limb through the skin and…
VCA (Volume – Controlled Administration) Set
Definition: A VCA set integrates a built-in reservoir or control mechanism within the IV tubing that restricts the maximum volume of fluid…
Insertion of Oropharyngeal Airway
An oropharyngeal airway (OPA) also known as a Guedel airway is a curved, rigid device used to maintain an open airway in unconscious patients…
Setting Up of Infusion Pump
Introduction Infusion pump is an electromechanical device developed to overcome the deficiencies of gravity based IV infusion sets. This…
Bag Valve Mask (BVM) Ventilation
A Bag Valve Mask (BVM) often called an Ambu bag is a manual resuscitation device used to provide positive pressure ventilation to patients who…
Setting Up of Trolley with Instruments
Introduction Crash cart is a specially designed trolley, used for transporting and dispensing medicines and equipment located in areas of…
Assessment of critically ill Patients
Introduction A critically ill patients are one at imminent risk of death. The severity of the illness must be recognized early and appropriate…
Rehabilitation of a Psychiatric Patient after Discharge from Hospital
Definition Rehabilitation of a psychiatric patient after discharge refers to the structured process of helping individuals transition from…
Conducting Process Recording
Definition Process recording is the interaction or interview conducted and recorded by the nurse by using various communication techniques.…
Performing Mini-Mental State Examination
Definition The Mini-mental State Examination (MMSE) or Folstein test is a widely used screening test using a 30-point questionnaire to measure…
Serving Hospital Diet to Patients
Serving a hospital diet to patients is a vital nursing responsibility that ensures patients receive the right nutrition tailored to their…
Preparing an Operation Theater Trolley and Patient Before Surgery
An Operation Theater trolley is a mobile, multi-functional cart designed to organize and transport surgical instruments, consumables, and…
First Aid for Spider Bites
Spider bites are usually minor and can be managed at home, but proper first aid is essential—especially if the bite comes from a spider known…
Breastfeeding: management of common difficulties
There are many reasons why mothers stop breastfeeding or start with formula feed, even though they decide to breast exclusively. The reason…
First Aid for an Impaled Object
An impaled object is a foreign body that remains embedded in soft tissue, creating a puncture wound. The object often tamponades bleeding by…
Sterilization & Disinfection of Articles/Equipment’s & Supplies
Definition Sterilization is defined as a process where all microbes are removed from a defined object, inclusive of bacterial endospores.…
Prevention of Hospital Acquired Infections
Definition Hospital acquired infections (HAI) is also known as Nosocomial infection is an infection that is acquired in a hospital or other…
Fumigation in Hospitals
Definition Fumigation is a process or gaseous sterilization used for killing of microorganisms and prevention of microbial growth in air and…