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Hand hygiene 01:23

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Asepsis is the practice of preventing or breaking the chain of infection. The nurse employs aseptic techniques to prevent the spread of microorganisms and reduce the risk of diseases. Hand hygiene is the cornerstone of aseptic techniques and is classified into medical and surgical asepsis. Medical asepsis includes hand hygiene and the use of gloves. Surgical asepsis, or the sterile technique, refers to practices that render and keep objects and areas free of microorganisms.
Hand washing...

Handwashing III: During the Procedure and Post-Procedure Steps 01:15

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To wash hands properly, follow these steps:

Wet the hands. Use enough soap to cover all surfaces of the hands.
Rub both hands palm to palm.
Rub the back of the hand: Use the right palm over the left dorsum or back of the left hand with interlaced fingers, then switch hands.
Rub palm to palm with fingers interlaced.
With fingers interlocked, rub the backs of the fingers of the opposite hands. 
Rub the left thumb clasped in the right palm in a circular motion and repeat with the other...

Handwashing II: Pre-procedure and Initial Procedure Steps 01:19

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The pre-procedure steps of handwashing include removing jewelry and rolling up sleeves. However, many organizations allow staff to wear wedding rings.
The hand washing procedure itself includes the following steps. First, cover cuts, if any, on hands with a waterproof dressing. Cuts and abrasions can become contaminated with bacteria hindering the ability to clean the area thoroughly. In addition, repeated hand washing can worsen an injury.  The nails must be short and clean, without nail...

Assessment of radial pulse 01:11

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Assessment of Radial Pulse
The radial pulse, located at the wrist, is often the preferred site for assessing peripheral pulse because of its accessibility and dependability. The process of determining the radial pulse involves several steps:

Hand Hygiene:

• Begin by performing hand hygiene to prevent the transmission of microorganisms.


Preparation:

• Identification: Verify the patient's identity to ensure accurate and safe care.
• Determination:...

Cardiovascular System Abnormal Findings I: Inspection and Palpation 01:29

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In a cardiovascular examination, inspection and palpation are crucial for identifying abnormalities.
Abnormal findings observed during an inspection

General Appearance: Observe the patient's general appearance, noting body build and signs of distress, shortness of breath, or anxiety. Changes in consciousness and mental status can indicate inadequate brain perfusion.
Xanthelasma: Yellowish raised deposits on the nasal portion of the eyelids indicate elevated cholesterol levels.
Central...

Assessment of the Cardiovascular System III: Palpation 01:27

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Palpation involves feeling the body to evaluate texture, size, consistency, and tenderness for assessing cardiovascular health. The following steps are organized in a head-to-toe order:
Jugular Venous Pressure (JVP) Measurement
Position the patient at a thirty- to forty-five-degree angle or in a semi-fowler's position. Look for the highest point of pulsation in the internal jugular vein and measure the vertical distance to the angle of Loius or sternal angle. A normal JVP is 3-4 cm above...