Gastroesophageal Reflux
In pediatric gastroesophageal reflux, immaturity of lower esophageal sphincter (LES) function is manifested by frequent transient lower esophageal relaxations (tLESRs), which result in the retrograde...
View Article8 Fracture Nursing Care Plans
Nursing care planning of a patient with a fracture, whether casted or in traction, is based upon prevention of complications during healing. Here are eight (8) nursing care plans for fracture:
View ArticleHelping our patients to sleep will reduce their pain
A recent study with significant implications for nursing care found that even minor sleep deprivation can increase pain sensitivity and cause a drop in the neurotransmitters that relieve pain.
View Article15 Heart Failure Nursing Care Plans
In this nursing care plan guide are 16 NANDA nursing diagnosis for heart failure.
View ArticlePolio (Poliomyelitis)
This study guide describes the pathophysiology, nursing assessment, nursing care management and treatment of polio and addresses the vital role of nurses.
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