ABG Nursing Cheat Sheet Arterial Blood Gases ABGs Cheat Sheet ABG is compensated or uncompensated? When PaCO2 and HCO3 values are high but pH is acidic, then it indicates partial compensation. It means that the compensatory mechanism tried but failed to bring the pH to normal. If pH is abnormal and if the value of either PaCO2 or HCO3 is abnormal, it indicates that the … [Read more...] about ABG Nursing Cheat Sheet Tic Tac Toe
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Endocrine System Organs and Hormones
Endocrine System Organs and Hormones The major glands of the endocrine system are the hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroids, adrenals, pineal body, and the reproductive organs (ovaries and testes). The pancreas is also a part of this system; it has a role in hormone production as well as in digestion. The anterior pituitary produces seven hormones. These are the … [Read more...] about Endocrine System Organs and Hormones
Bones & Bony Landmarks of Lower Extremity
Bony Landmarks of Lower Extremity Bones of the Lower Limb Femur Patella Tibia Fibula Tarsal Bones Metatarsal Bones Phalanges Arches of the Foot … [Read more...] about Bones & Bony Landmarks of Lower Extremity
Urinary System: Renal Tubule and Collecting Duct
Urinary System: Renal Tubule and Collecting Duct The urinary system, also known as the renal system or urinary tract, consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and the urethra. The purpose of the urinary system is to eliminate waste from the body, regulate blood volume and blood pressure, control levels of electrolytes and metabolites, and regulate blood pH. Renal … [Read more...] about Urinary System: Renal Tubule and Collecting Duct
Nursing Abbreviations for Charting
Nursing Abbreviations for Charting Nursing Abbreviations and Acronyms Abbreviations & AcronymsMeaningbdTwice A DayACSAcute Coronary SyndromeRRRRegular Rate + RhythmWNLWithin Normal LimitsNursing Abbreviations and Acronyms … [Read more...] about Nursing Abbreviations for Charting