The colour of wounds and its implication for healing
WEBApr 19, 2021 · Wounds are very common across the spectrum of health care settings, with a range of presentations including traumatic or surgical wounds and chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers and leg wounds (in particular venous stasis ulcers and arterial ulcers), ischemic wounds (gangrene) and pressure injuries.Less common wounds may include vasculitic ulcers, necrotising fasciitis, pyoderma ...
Ageing skin and skin integrity assessment - HealthTimes
WEBNov 13, 2023 · Inspection should include assessment of the skin’s colour, temperature, texture, moisture, integrity and include the location of any skin breakdown or wounds. As a general guide, components of assessment of the patient’s skin and what to look for are outlined in table 1. Table 1: Components of skin assessment and what to look for.
How to buy Melatonin in Australia - HealthTimes
WEBOct 16, 2023 · While melatonin pills are available in Australia, for most people you'll need a prescription from your doctor. Since 2021, a form of melatonin became available from pharmacies without a prescription, but only for people aged over 55. The move to allow Melatonin to be sold over the counter in Australian pharmacies came following the approval of ...
What is an Exercise Physiologist? - HealthTimes
WEBLast Updated: 30-11-2020. An exercise physiologist is an allied health professional with extensive training in understanding the body's response to exercise. They are much more than a personal trainer or gym instructor. Exercise physiologists are tertiary educated, with extensive of knowledge about the human body and the benefit that exercise ...
Why nurses need to understand both pre and post-operative care
WEBAs always, the goal during these stages is to provide holistic and evidence based care as well as support to the individual. There are a wide variety of nursing roles required throughout the perioperative process including: admission nurses; anaesthetic nurse; circulating nurse or scout nurse; instrument or scrub nurse; post anaesthesia care unit (PACU) nurse; and the surgical ward nurse.
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How much do nurses earn? - HealthTimes
WEBOct 23, 2023 · In Australia Registered Nurses (RN) earn an average salary of $82,000 per year, around $10,000 more than the same time last year. This number can vary greatly depending on a nurse’s experience, location, qualifications, and seniority. Let’s have a closer look at the factors which influence a nurse’s salary – and how you can potentially ...
Respiratory assessment for nurses - HealthTimes
WEBDec 4, 2023 · The A-G patient assessment method The A-G method is becoming a commonly used tool in primary and secondary care settings. It integrates the procedure mandated for resuscitation and emergency situations. However, it is also useful for systematic baseline patient assessment and can improve patient mortality in hospital.
Nursing care for stroke victims with dysphagia - HealthTimes
WEBJun 14, 2017 · Dysphagia (inability to swallow properly) is a common and significant complication that occurs in about 40-60% of stroke victims. Patients with dysphagia have trouble swallowing solids or liquids without aspirating the contents into the bronchopulmonary tract. They may also find it hard to chew or move their tongues adequately to prepare food ...
Tips for delivering care to non-english speaking patients
WEBJul 31, 2017 · The following tips can help healthcare providers deliver more effective care to foreign patients (1); Remain aware of the communication style being used; the tempo and speed should be easy to follow and language should not be overly complex. The communication style may need to be altered in the conversation to suit …