Nurses’ Notes

Multiple Sclerosis

We have always believed that our immune system is our shield when it comes to combating various bacteria and diseases, never in our minds have we considered what may happen if our immune system itself turns its back on us. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and potentially incapacitating disease wherein your own body’s immune […]

Interesting Facts About Nursing Around the World

The nursing profession, like any other thing in this world has undergone change for a couple of times. From practices to beliefs, it had experienced evolution as it continuously tries to cope with the rapid changes in nursing demands and health care issues. We are all aware that there are other religious beliefs and cultural […]

Common Infectious Diseases of Children

As nurses, we deal with all types of people some of which are children who have been or may be exposed to infectious diseases and need special care. Below are some of the most common infectious diseases that occur to pediatric clients as well as their signs and symptoms. Chicken pox This is an infection […]

Nursing Ethics

Liane Clores, RN A lot of things must be taken into consideration when it comes to patient care, all of which a nurse must be aware of. The quality of care provided by nurses and other members of the health care team pose a direct impact on the part of the patients especially their health. […]

Nursing Diagnosis – Neuro

Ischemic Stroke Nursing Diagnosis : Impaired physical mobility related to hemiparesis, loss of balance and coordination, spasticity, and brain injury Acute pain (painful shoulder) related to hemiplegia and disuse Self-care deficits (bathing, hygiene, toileting, dressing, grooming, and feeding) related to stroke sequelae Disturbed sensory perception related to altered sensory reception, transmission, and/or integration Impaired swallowing […]