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14/01/2026

EDUCATIONAL PURPOSE ONLY FOR JUNIOR NURSE


A cannula is a thin, flexible plastic tube inserted into a blood vessel to allow access to the bloodstream. It is common...
07/01/2026

A cannula is a thin, flexible plastic tube inserted into a blood vessel to allow access to the bloodstream. It is commonly used to give IV fluids, medications, blood transfusions, contrast for scans, and for monitoring in emergency or critical care settings.

Basic insertion steps include hand hygiene, vein selection, cannula insertion, and securing the line properly.

Possible complications include phlebitis, infiltration, infection, and air embolism highlighting the importance of proper technique and monitoring.

🩺 This content is for educational and awareness purposes only and does not replace professional training or clinical guidelines.

🚨 CHOKING MANAGEMENT | PENGURUSAN TERCEKIK🚨🟒 Prinsip Umumβ–ͺ Choking berlaku akibat Foreign Body Airway Obstruction (FBAO)...
31/12/2025

🚨 CHOKING MANAGEMENT | PENGURUSAN TERCEKIK🚨

🟒 Prinsip Umum
β–ͺ Choking berlaku akibat
Foreign Body Airway Obstruction (FBAO)
β–ͺ Pengurusan bergantung kepada umur mangsa
β–ͺ Heimlich maneuver TIDAK digunakan pada infants
β–ͺ Nilai sama ada mangsa masih sedar & boleh batuk

πŸ‘Ά INFANTS (Bawah 1 Tahun)
❌ Tiada abdominal thrusts
❌ Tiada Heimlich maneuver
❌ Tiada blind finger sweep

βœ… Pengurusan Betul
β–ͺ Posisi prone, kepala lebih rendah
β–ͺ Sokong kepala & leher

πŸ‘‰ 5 Back Blows
β–ͺ Antara shoulder blades
β–ͺ Guna heel of hand

πŸ‘‰ 5 Chest Thrusts
β–ͺ Posisi supine
β–ͺ 2 jari di lower half of sternum (~4 cm)
πŸ” Ulang sehingga objek keluar atau infant menjadi unresponsive

πŸ§’πŸ§‘ KANAK-KANAK & DEWASA (β‰₯1 Tahun)
Gunakan Heimlich Maneuver jika:
β–ͺ Tidak boleh bercakap
β–ͺ Tidak boleh batuk
β–ͺ Tanda severe airway obstruction

πŸ‘‰ Thrust pantas ke dalam & ke atas
πŸ” Ulang sehingga objek keluar / mangsa unresponsive

🀰 Hamil / Obese
β–ͺ Abdominal thrusts contraindicated
β–ͺ Gunakan chest thrusts (lower half sternum)

πŸš‘ Jika Mangsa Unresponsive
β–ͺ Hubungi bantuan kecemasan
β–ͺ Mulakan CPR
β–ͺ Keluarkan objek jika kelihatan sahaja

⚠️ Ingat!
βœ” Jangan Heimlich pada infants
βœ” Jangan blind finger sweep
βœ” Teknik betul ikut umur = selamat
βœ” Tindakan awal boleh selamatkan nyawa





❇️ How the Heart Works – Blood Flow Explained1. Deoxygenated Blood (Right Side of Heart)β†’ Deoxygenated blood returns fro...
18/12/2025

❇️ How the Heart Works – Blood Flow Explained

1. Deoxygenated Blood (Right Side of Heart)

β†’ Deoxygenated blood returns from the body via Superior & Inferior Vena Cava
β†’ Blood enters the Right Atrium
β†’ Flows through the Tricuspid Valve
β†’ Reaches the Right Ventricle
β†’ Right ventricle pumps blood into the Pulmonary Artery
β†’ Pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs

2. Gas Exchange in the Lungs

β†’ Blood releases carbon dioxide (COβ‚‚)
β†’ Blood absorbs oxygen (Oβ‚‚)
β†’ Blood becomes oxygenated

3. Oxygenated Blood (Left Side of Heart)

β†’ Oxygenated blood returns via Pulmonary Veins
β†’ Enters the Left Atrium
β†’ Passes through the Mitral (Bicuspid) Valve
β†’ Moves into the Left Ventricle
β†’ Left ventricle pumps blood into the Aorta
β†’ Aorta distributes oxygenated blood to the entire body

4. Functional Circulation

β†’ Right heart β†’ Pulmonary circulation (heart β†’ lungs)
β†’ Left heart β†’ Systemic circulation (heart β†’ body)
β†’ Left ventricle has thicker walls due to higher pumping pressure
β†’ Valves maintain one-way blood flow and prevent backflow

03/12/2025

Divanee Chandrasegar

03/12/2025

FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSE

πŸ’‰ IV Therapy Complications – Quick Guide for Nurses🩸 HematomaWhat is it?Blood collects under the skin after vein injury....
28/10/2025

πŸ’‰ IV Therapy Complications – Quick Guide for Nurses

🩸 Hematoma

What is it?
Blood collects under the skin after vein injury.

Symptoms:

Bruising (ecchymosis)
Painful, firm lump at the site

What to do:

Elevate the affected area

Apply gentle pressure and cold compress

πŸ’¨ Air Embolism

What is it?
Air bubbles enter the bloodstream through the IV line.

Symptoms:

Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia)
Chest pain
Low blood pressure
Confusion, fainting
Bluish skin (cyanosis)

What to do:

1. Clamp the IV immediately
2. Position patient on left side with head down (Trendelenburg)
3. Noted Dr stat

πŸ’§ Infiltration

What is it?
IV fluid leaks into surrounding tissue.

Symptoms:

Swelling, pain, cool or pale skin
No blood return in the line

What to do:

Remove the IV

Elevate the limb
Apply warm or cold compress

Do not massage

🦠 Infection

What is it?
Bacteria enter through the IV insertion site.

Symptoms:

Redness, swelling, or warmth
Fever, chills
Rapid heartbeat
Nausea or vomiting

What to do:

Remove the IV

Collect culture sample

Start antibiotics as prescribed

πŸ’§πŸ’¨ Circulatory Overload

What is it?
Excess IV fluid causes volume overload.

Symptoms:

High blood pressure
Distended neck veins
Difficulty breathing
Wet cough or crackles

What to do:

Slow down IV infusion
Raise the head of the bed
Keep patient warm
Inform the doctor

πŸ”₯ Phlebitis

What is it?
Inflammation of the vein, may cause clot formation.

Symptoms:

Redness, heat, and tenderness
Sluggish IV flow

What to do:

Remove the IV line
Inform the doctor
Reinsert IV at a new site

πŸ’‘ Nursing Tip: Always monitor IV sites regularly for early signs of complications and document your findings accurately.

EDUCATIONAL PURPOSE 🩺 Nursing Math Made Easy1. IV Flow RatesTwo common units:mL/hr – for infusion pumpsgtt/min – when us...
28/10/2025

EDUCATIONAL PURPOSE

🩺 Nursing Math Made Easy

1. IV Flow Rates

Two common units:

mL/hr – for infusion pumps

gtt/min – when using manual IV sets (with drop factor)

Formula:

IV Rate (gtt/min)
=
Volume (mL)
Γ—
Drop Factor (gtt/mL)
Time (min)
IV Rate (gtt/min)=
Time (min)
Volume (mL)Γ—Drop Factor (gtt/mL)
​
Rounding rule: Round to the nearest whole number for gtt/min; for mL/hr, round to one decimal if needed.

2. Medication Dosage Calculations

Core formula:

(D Γ· H) Γ— V = A
(D Γ· H) Γ— V = A

D = Doctor’s order (desired dose)

H = What you have (dose on hand)

V = Volume or tablet that contains the available dose

A = Amount to administer

Always check units, patient safety limits, and rounding (to 1 or 2 decimal places) depending on medication type.

3. Unit Conversions (Quick Reference)

Conversion Formula / Tip
Weight 1 kg = 2.2 lbs
Volume 1 tsp = 5 mL, 1 tbsp = 15 mL, 1 oz = 30 mL
Metric Tips Move the decimal point:
β€’ 1 g = 1000 mg β†’ move 3 places right
β€’ 1 mg = 0.001 g β†’ move 3 places left

πŸ’‘ Nurse’s Tip:
Always double-check your math, confirm the medication label, and use a calculator or second nurse verification for high-risk drugs (e.g., insulin, heparin).

27/10/2025

Let’s Learn : Educational Purpose

A figure of eight bandage is a medical wrap that forms an "8" shape, used to secure dressings, provide support to joints like the ankle or knee, or immobilize fractures, such as those of the clavicle. It is applied by overlapping the bandage in a crisscross pattern to cover the area, creating stability while allowing for flexibility and even pressure distribution..

27/10/2025

EDUCATIONAL PURPOSE:

Heimlich Maneuver

The Heimlich maneuver is a first-aid method for choking that you can use on adults and children. Another name for the Heimlich maneuver is abdominal thrusts, because it involves thrusting into the abdominal area. It’s a quick and life-saving method, but you should only use it on conscious people who can’t breathe on their own.

27/10/2025
25/10/2025

October ... Community outreach program mainly to serve the community by providing cervical cancer screening using the ThinPrep Pap Test and giving health education on women’s reproductive health.

As a nurse, this activity required not only technical skill but also clinical judgment in observing the condition of the cervix, choosing the correct size of speculum, and performing proper insertion techniques to ensure patient comfort and accurate visualization.

ThinPrep is a liquid-based cytology method that provides clearer and more accurate results by preserving cervical cells in a special solution.

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