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Wouldn't it be NICE to make few extra $$$ on the side as a NURSE?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:43:00 PDT

I remember when I was in college we were advised to try entrepreneurship as to generate extra income. But I thought it's not as easy it may seem to be since starting off a business must need a...

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How to download FREE Nursing eBooks and other access in the web?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 17:54:00 PDT

Have you ever wondered how much information you can access using the internet? I will show you a simple tip on how to find FREE resources on the net. In the world wide web, you can find a lot of...

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My Phylosophical Ways in Handling Failures

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:20:00 PST

First I would like to congratulate all those new RN's that passed the Nurse Liscensure Exam here in the Philippines. I wish you all the best and may you all have a wonderful career. Let me...

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What is Positive Reinforcement?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 03:16:00 PST

Today I’d like to talk about positive reinforcement. Basically, I believe it does work with different aspects of our lives. For instance; after a long day at work, you myt want to be positive not...

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Mnemonics

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 02:56:00 PST

Published by Weng at pinoynurseszone.blogspot.com Mag Sulfate ( Sung to the tune of "Achy,Breaky Heart") Decreased BP, Decreased Pee Pee, These are toxic signs of Mag Sulfate. Drop in ...

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Greener Pasture

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 06:01:00 PST

For the past couple of weeks, I've tried for a different venture in my life. Something that I never thought I would be doing. I applied to a corporate company. They say that it's hard to get in to...

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What are the Essential Positions to know for the NCLEX-RN Exam?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 00:08:00 PST

Reference from: NCLEX RN KAPLAN 2007-08 Positions Therapeutic Function Flat (supine) ...

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noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 03:45:00 PST

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE! Wishing you happiness throughout the holidays! -Calvin Kalf Tam Subscribe to this Feed

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What are the initial symptoms of a patient with Meniere's Disease?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:32:00 PST

- tinnitus, vertigo and hearing lossSubscribe to this Feed

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What is the NCP for reddened skin after external radiation therapy?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:15:00 PST

- rub skin with moisturizing lotionSubscribe to this Feed

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What patient should be assigned to a Nurse from psychiatry unit and was assigned to ER?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:09:00 PST

- confused patientsSubscribe to this Feed

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What is Cognitive Therapy?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:56:00 PST

- Cognitive therapy frequently is used for clients with depression. This type of therapy is based on exploring the client’s subjective experience. Cognitive therapy includes examining the client’s...

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What is FANA?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:08:00 PST

- The antinuclear antibody test measures the titer of antibodies that destroy the nuclei cells and cause tissue death. When the fluorescent method is used, the test sometimes is referred to as FANA...

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PRC Room Assignments for November 2008 Nurse Liscencesure Exam

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:38:00 PST

PRC Room Assignments for the November 2008 Nurse Licensure Examination ...

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What are the Complications of Vitamin Deficiency?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:21:00 PST

Water Soluble Vitamins Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Prolonged deficiency - Scurvy Vitamin B Complex Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Prolonged deficiency - Beri- beriVitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Prolonged deficiency...

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What are the common causes of a weak immune system?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:11:00 PST

- The immune system is the part of the body that fights infection. This may be weakened by radiation, poor nutrition, and certain medicines, such as anti-cancer medicines or steroids. *Having a weak...

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What are the factors influencing Wound Healing?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:04:00 PST

Factors influencing Wound Healing: Age Nutrition Status Obesity Extent of the Wound Oxygenation Smoking Behavior Immunosuppression Diabetes Wound Stress Drug Intake Subscribe to this Feed

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What is the expected complication of Amputation on Diabetes Patients?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:05:00 PST

- Clients with diabetes mellitus are more prone to wound infection and delayed wound healing because of the disease. *Postoperative stump edema and hemorrhage are complications in the immediate...

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How long does edrophonium (Tensilon) lasts?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:57:00 PST

- Edrophonium commonly is given to test for myasthenic crisis. If the client is in myasthenic crisis, muscle strength improves after administration of the medication, and the improvement lasts for...

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What is an NPH?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 06:43:00 PST

- NPH is an intermediate-acting insulin with an onset of action in 3 to 4 hours, a peak action in 6 to 12 hours, and a duration of action of 18 to 28 hours. NPH stands for Neutral Protamine Hagedorn...

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How does loop of Henle interacts with furosemide (Lasix)?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 06:00:00 PST

- Furosemide works by acting to excrete sodium, potassium, and chloride in the ascending limb of the loop of Henle. (this portion below is taken straight from the horse's mouth wikipedia) In the...

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What is sertraline hydrochloride (Zoloft)?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:50:00 PST

- Sertraline hydrochloride (Zoloft) is classified as an antidepressant. Sertraline generally is administered once every 24 hours. It may be administered in the morning or evening, but evening...

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When is the best time to give ranitidine (Zantac)?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:45:00 PST

- Ranitidine is a histamine 2 (H2)-receptor antagonist. A single daily dose of ranitidine is scheduled to be given at bedtime. This allows for a prolonged effect, and the greatest protection of the...

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What diseases are initially Asymptomatic?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:31:00 PST

There are certain diseases which do not have any symptoms at first. Clients are usually diagnosed when the disease is on its worsening stage. Perhaps a regular check up would have made some...

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What is the major symptom of Pheochromocytoma?

noreply@blogger.com (Calvin Tam) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 06:22:00 PST

- Hypertension is the major symptom associated with pheochromocytoma. Glycosuria, weight loss, and diaphoresis also are clinical manifestations of pheochromocytoma.Subscribe to this Feed

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