Stephane Begg

Stephane Begg BSN, ER RN

🫁 COPD & Oxygen Therapy – Quiz Time! 🔥Chronic hypercapnia + SpO₂ 86%…Choosing the wrong oxygen device can worsen CO₂ ret...
02/22/2026

🫁 COPD & Oxygen Therapy – Quiz Time! 🔥

Chronic hypercapnia + SpO₂ 86%…
Choosing the wrong oxygen device can worsen CO₂ retention! 😳

Do you know the MOST appropriate oxygen delivery method for this patient? 🧠

Think about controlled oxygen therapy before you answer 👇
Drop A, B, C, or D in the comments!

02/22/2026

🫀 ECG Quiz #2

Findings:
• No visible P waves
• Irregularly irregular rhythm
• QRS: 0.08 sec
• HR: 110 bpm

👉 What is the MOST appropriate interpretation?

A. Sinus tachycardia
B. Atrial fibrillation
C. Second-degree AV block
D. Ventricular fibrillation

🩸✨ Blood Types Made Easy!Quick handwritten notes on the ABO blood group system + Rh factor — know who can donate to whom...
02/22/2026

🩸✨ Blood Types Made Easy!

Quick handwritten notes on the ABO blood group system + Rh factor — know who can donate to whom, what makes O− special, and why your blood type matters for transfusions, transplants & pregnancy.

Save this for study time 📓💉

🦠 Types of Skin Infections & Reactions — Know the Difference!Skin conditions can be caused by infections or immune react...
02/22/2026

🦠 Types of Skin Infections & Reactions — Know the Difference!

Skin conditions can be caused by infections or immune reactions — and recognizing the type is key to proper treatment.

🔬 Skin Infections may be:
• Bacterial (Impetigo, Cellulitis, Folliculitis)
• Fungal (Ringworm, Athlete’s Foot, Candidiasis)
• Viral (Herpes Simplex, Shingles, Warts)
• Parasitic (Scabies, Lice)

🌿 Skin Reactions include:
• Allergic Reactions (Contact Dermatitis, Hives, Drug Rashes)
• Inflammatory Conditions (Eczema, Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis)

Save this for quick clinical reference! 📌

02/22/2026

🩸💉 Mastering Venipuncture Starts with Choosing the Right Vein

The median cubital vein is your first choice — large, stable, and typically the least painful.
If needed, the cephalic vein is a solid second option, though it may roll more.
Use the basilic vein with caution due to its proximity to arteries and nerves.
Hand veins are an alternative, but often more sensitive.

🚫 Always avoid: IV arms, fistulas or grafts, mastectomy sides, and areas with hematoma.

Save this for clinicals and your next shift! 📌

🩸💉 Veins Used for Blood Draws — Know Your First Stick!Choosing the right vein can make all the difference in a successfu...
02/22/2026

🩸💉 Veins Used for Blood Draws — Know Your First Stick!

Choosing the right vein can make all the difference in a successful (and less painful!) blood draw.

⭐ Median Cubital Vein – First choice
✔️ Most common
✔️ Large & stable
✔️ Least painful

🔵 Cephalic Vein – Second option
• Lateral (thumb side)
• Can roll more

⚠️ Basilic Vein – Use with caution
• Medial (pinky side)
• Close to artery & nerves

🖐️ Dorsal Hand Veins
• Back of hand
• More sensitive
• Alternative site

🚫 Avoid drawing from:
IV arm • Fistula/Graft • Mastectomy side • Hematoma

Save this for your next shift or skills check! 📌

❤️ 1. Temporal Pulse📍 Side of the forehead (temple area)✔️ Common in children✔️ Used to assess head injury circulation❤️...
02/22/2026

❤️ 1. Temporal Pulse

📍 Side of the forehead (temple area)
✔️ Common in children
✔️ Used to assess head injury circulation

❤️ 2. Carotid Pulse

📍 Side of the neck (beside trachea)
✔️ Used during cardiac arrest
⚠️ Check one side at a time

❤️ 3. Apical Pulse

📍 5th intercostal space, midclavicular line
✔️ Best for infants and cardiac patients
✔️ Assessed with stethoscope

❤️ 4. Brachial Pulse

📍 Inner elbow (antecubital area)
✔️ Used for BP measurement
✔️ Infant pulse assessment

❤️ 5. Radial Pulse

📍 Thumb side of wrist
✔️ Most commonly used
✔️ Routine vital signs

❤️ 6. Femoral Pulse

📍 Groin area
✔️ Used in shock assessment
✔️ Central circulation check

❤️ 7. Popliteal Pulse

📍 Behind the knee
✔️ Assesses lower limb circulation

❤️ 8. Posterior Tibial Pulse

📍 Behind the medial ankle
✔️ Important in diabetic foot assessment

❤️ 9. Dorsalis Pedis Pulse

📍 Top of the foot
✔️ Peripheral circulation check

Choose The Right Answer....
02/22/2026

Choose The Right Answer....

Answer in Comment Box........
02/22/2026

Answer in Comment Box........

CKD Staging at a Glance 📋From Stage 1 (eGFR ≥90) to Stage 5 ESRD (
02/22/2026

CKD Staging at a Glance 📋
From Stage 1 (eGFR ≥90) to Stage 5 ESRD (

🩺 Nephrotic vs Nephritic Syndrome – Don’t Mix Them Up!Understanding the difference is crucial for exams and clinical pra...
02/21/2026

🩺 Nephrotic vs Nephritic Syndrome – Don’t Mix Them Up!

Understanding the difference is crucial for exams and clinical practice 👩‍⚕️📚

🟢 Nephrotic = Protein Problem

Massive proteinuria (>3.5 g/day)

Severe edema

Low albumin

High cholesterol
👉 Think: “Protein Leak Dominant”

🔴 Nephritic = Inflammation Problem

Hematuria (cola-colored urine)

RBC casts

Hypertension

Reduced urine output
👉 Think: “Inflammation Dominant”

✨ Quick Memory Trick:
NephrOtic = prOtein lOss
NephrItic = Inflammation & blood In urine

Save this for quick revision & tag your nursing friends! 💙

If you’re staring at your pathology notes wondering why the kidney is so dramatic—this one's for you. The difference usu...
02/21/2026

If you’re staring at your pathology notes wondering why the kidney is so dramatic—this one's for you. The difference usually comes down to whether the "filter" is leaking or on fire.

🔵 NEPHROTIC (Protein Leak Dominant)
Think O for Outer limits of protein loss.

Massive Proteinuria (>3.5g/day).

Edema: Because your protein is in the toilet, not your blood.

Key Clue: Fatty casts and high cholesterol.

🔴 NEPHRITIC (Inflammation Dominant)
Think I for Inflammation.

Hematuria: Cola-colored urine (RBCs are breaking through).

Hypertension: The kidney is stressed and pushing back.

Key Clue: RBC casts and reduced output.

Bottom line: Nephrotic = Protein problem. Nephritic = Blood/Pressure problem.

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