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Archive of entries posted on July 2009

What is SOAP charting and how it should be used by CNAs?

ShareDocumenting the patient’s history, the ailment, diagnosis and the course of treatment is one of the primary responsibilities of a certified nursing assistant or CNA, under the guidance of the registered nurse.
In addition to following the universal guidelines with regard to documentation of the basic records of the patient during his or her stay in [...]

Useful tips and suggestions for aspiring future nurses

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Each and every student in his or her early schooling days will have some general idea or ambition about what they want to become and what profession should they take up in their career.  Many things are taken into consideration in choosing the ideal career, such as job prospects, job security, prospects for growth [...]

Measurements and conversations every nurse should know

ShareAdministering correct dosage of medication to a patient at an appropriate time is one of the essential responsibilities of a certified nursing assistant or a qualified nurse.
Different types of measurements are used in medical industry and for administering medication to a patient, it is essential that the measurements are effectively converted to meet the required [...]

What does Exception charting and Narrative charting mean?

ShareIt is an essential and important practice to have a detailed history of the patient visiting the doctor recorded in a proper way such that the health condition is carefully monitored and the best possible treatment is provided to the patient.
Documenting the history of the patient’s health and progress can also help in the event [...]