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The IOWA Model was created by nurses at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics as tool to help clinical staff identify the best evidence to make healthcare decisions.  This model uses problem focused triggers or knowledge based triggers. Problem Based Triggers come from issues identified in the clinical setting.  They are issues identified by staff as problems…

Head to Toe Assessment Checklist Template Get an example head-to-toe assessment template today! Perfect for a nursing student or a practicing nurse in the field. SEND IT OVER Listening to a patient verbalize multiple symptoms may seem overwhelming — particularly when you don’t know the exact diagnosis. The first step in the nursing process is assessment. This type of…

Brachialis Origin The brachialis muscle originates from the anterior surface of the distal half of the humerus, particularly from the front of the shaft. It also shares an origin site with the lateral and medial heads of the triceps brachii muscle. Brachialis Insertion This muscle inserts at the ulna’s coronoid process and tuberosity. Its insertion point lies…

Defining Intracranial Pressure Intracranial pressure (ICP) is the measurement of the brain tissue’s pressure with the cerebrospinal fluid surrounding and cushioning the spinal cord and the brain. How does pressure inside the brain increases? The pressure inside the brain increases due to traumatic brain injury that can be from the following instances: Blunt force to…

Imagine this scenario: you’re a nurse working in a busy emergency room and just received an order to administer medication to a client. The medication has a dosage of 2 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) of weight, and your client weighs 150 pounds. How do you calculate the correct dose to give? This is where…

Quick Review of the 12 Cranial Nerves Before diving into how to remember cranial nerves, let’s quickly review what they are. Cranial nerves, which originate from the brain, control various functions in the head and neck like: Movement Sensation Vision There are 12 pairs, and they’re numbered in the order they connect to the brain.…

A single fall can shatter more than just bones. It can erode a client’s confidence, hinder their independence, and even alter the course of their lives. As a nursing student, you can help prevent falls by recognizing the signs and symptoms of at-risk clients. That’s where the “risk for falls” nursing diagnosis comes in. What…

Oncotic pressure might seem like one of those complex terms that’s hard to understand, especially when you’re in the middle of your nursing studies. But it’s a fundamental concept that underpins many aspects of client care, and understanding it can significantly elevate your nursing practice. Let’s explore what oncotic pressure is, why it’s important, and…

What is hyperkalemia? Hyperkalemia happens when the potassium level in the bloodstream is higher than the normal range of 3.5-5.0 mEq/L. Potassium is a key electrolyte that helps nerves and muscles, including the heart, function properly. But when there’s too much of it in the blood, it can lead to serious or life-threatening health complications. These…

  In text citations: narrative vs. parenthetical citations What is an in-text citation? In-text citations are citations that appear in the body of an essay or paper. In-text citations have two formats – narrative and parenthetical: Narrative citations: Author last name/s are included in the text as part of the sentence. The publication year and…