On 1998, the International Medical Informatics Association Workgroup adopted an international viewpoint on Nursing Informatics in Seoul, Korea which states that Nursing Informatics is the synthesis of nursing, information regarding nursing, and information management with communication technology and information processing, to support health development worldwide.

Informatics came from the fench word informatique which means computing and was first used as medical informatics during the late 1970s, followed by nursing informatics during the 1980s. The ANA assgned nursing informatics to be a specialty among nurses in 1992, although nurses had already incorporated concepts of informatics in an earlier time. Following this trend, a scope and standards for the practice of nursing informatics have been developed by volunteer members of ANA which serves as guides for the specialty. The standards that were created by ANA in 1995 imitate the professional performance that is already common to nurses who practice informatics.

What kind of work is the Informatics Nurse exposed to?

Almost every nurse can utilize information technology to help in improving their nursing care. Regardless of which area the nurse is working on (clinical, administration, research or education), technology can be of a great addition in improving the nursing care done to the clients.

A nurse should be computer literate for a lot of activities that are being done by nurses can be further enhanced using computer technology.

In the clinical area, an informatics nurse can work at a hospital and be recognized as a clinical nurse analyst or a clinical informatics specialist. The nurses responsibilities include the following:

• data collection
• creating quality surveys
• designing and managing clinical databases
• outcome reporting
• creating communications using desktop publishing
• designing forms

Where can I take a course on Nursing Informatics?

There are programs available for the nurses in the field of nursing informatics. Internationally, the University of Maryland in Baltimore offered the first masters degree in nursing informatics which started on 1989. The doctorate program, on the other hand, followed in 1992. Other schools also offer a master’s degree in informatics, and also a master’s degree in nursing administration that focuses on nursing informatics. Here in the Philippines, programs by the National Telehealth Center are available to enhance our knowledge regarding health informatics. The Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) and the Philippine Nursing Informatics Association are currently developing programs and plans to have Nursing Informatics here in the country.

Nursing informatics can be a great career choice for nurses with a great clinical background and a great familiarity and love of utilizing technology to improve the current state of health.

For further reading and for seminars and information regarding Health Informatics and Nursing Informatics itself, just visit these links for more details:

• Philippine Nursing Informatics Association
• National Telehealth Center

Nursing Informatics: Roles, Qualifications & Opportunities Original source at: Nurseslabs

Here we have the Registration & Oathtaking Schedule for December 2011 NLE passers in Lucena.

Requirements:

• Duly accomplished Oath Form or Panunumpa ng Propesyonal;
• 2012 Community Tax Certificate (Cedula);
• Two (2) pieces passport-size pictures (colored with white background and name tag);
• One (1) piece 1”x1” picture (colored with white background and name tag);
• One (1) piece documentary stamp;
• Original and photocopy of NSO Birth Certificate (original copy for presentation purposes only);
• Initial Registration Fee of P600.00 and AnnualRegistration Fee of P450.00 for 2012-2015.

Lucena City Nurse Registration & Oathtaking December 2011: Schedule

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Lucena City Contact

Lucena City Nurse Registration & Oathtaking December 2011: Schedule, Venue & Requirements Original source at: Nurseslabs

Schizophrenia causes distorted and bizarre thoughts, perceptions, emotions, movement, and behavior. It cannot be defined as a single illness; rather thought as a syndrome or disease process with many different varieties and symptoms. It is usually diagnosed in late adolescence or early adulthood. Rarely does it manifest in childhood. The peak incidence of onset is 15 to 25 years of age for men and 25 to 35 years of age for women.

The symptoms of schizophrenia are categorized into two major categories, the positive or hard symptoms which include delusion, hallucinations, and grossly disorganized thinking, speech, and behavior, and negative or soft symptoms as flat affect, lack of volition, and social withdrawal or discomfort. Medication treatment can control the positive symptoms but frequently the negative symptoms persist after positive symptoms have abated. The persistence of these negative symptoms over time presents a major barrier to recovery and improved the functioning of client’s daily life.

DSM-IV Diagnostic Criteria for Schizophrenia

I. Types of Schizophrenia

The diagnosis is made according to the client’s predominant symptoms:

• Schizophrenia, paranoid type is characterized by persecutory (feeling victimized or spied on) or grandiose delusions, hallucinations, and occasionally, excessively religiosity (delusional focus) or hostile and aggressive behavior.
• Schizophrenia, disorganized type is characterized by grossly inappropriate or flat affect, incoherence, loose associations, and extremely disorganized behavior.
• Schizophrenia, catatonic type is characterized by marked psychomotor disturbance, either motionless or excessive motor activity. Motor immobility may be manifested by catalepsy (waxy flexibility) or stupor.
• Schizophrenia, undifferentiated type is characterized by mixed schizophrenic symptoms (of other types) along with disturbances of thought, affect, and behavior.
• Schizophrenia, residual type is characterized by at least one previous, though not a current, episode, social withdrawal, flat affect and looseness of associations.

A. Paranoid Schizophrenia

• Is characterized by persecutory or grandiose delusional thought content and, possibly, delusional jealousy.
• Some patients also have gender identity problems, such as fears of being thought of as homosexual or of being approached by homosexuals.
• Stress may worsen the patient’s symptoms.
• Paranoid schizophrenia may cause only minimal impairment in the patient’s level of functioning – as long as he doesn’t act on delusional thoughts.
• Although patients with paranoid schizophrenia may experience frequent auditory hallucinations (usually related to a single theme), they typically lack some of the symptoms of other schizophrenia subtypes – notably, incoherent, loose associations, flat or grossly inappropriate affect, and catatonic or grossly disorganized behavior.
• Tend to be less severely disabled than other schizophrenia.
• Those with late onset of disease and good pre-illness functioning (ironically, the very patients who have the best prognosis) are at the greatest risk for suicide.

Signs and Symptoms of Paranoid Schizophrenia

• Persecutory or grandiose delusional thoughts
• Auditory hallucinations
• Unfocused anxiety
• Anger
• Tendency to argue
• Stilted formality or intensity when interacting with others
• Violent behavior

Diagnosis of Paranoid Schizophrenia

• Ruling out other causes of the patient’s symptoms.
• Meeting the DSM-IV-TR criteria.

Treatment of Paranoid Schizophrenia

• Antipsychotic drug therapy.
• Psychosocial therapies and rehabilitation, including group and individual psychotherapy.

Nursing Interventions for Paranoid Schizophrenia

• Build trust, and be honest and dependable, don’t threaten or make promises you can’t fulfill.
• Be aware that brief patient contacts may be most useful initially.
• When the patient is newly admitted, minimize his contact with the staff.
• Don’t touch the patient without telling him first exactly what you’re going to be doing and before obtaining his permission to touch him.
• Approach him in a calm, unhurried manner.
• Avoid crowding him physically or psychologically; he may strike out to protect himself.
• Respond neutrally to his condescending remarks; don’t let him put you on the defensive, and don’t take his remarks personally.
• If he tells you to leave him alone, do leave- but make sure you return soon.
• Set limits firmly but without anger, avoid a punitive attitude.
• Be flexible, giving the patient as much control as possible.
• Consider postponing procedures that require physical contact with hospital personnel if the patient becomes suspicious or agitated.
• If the patient has auditory hallucinations, explore the content of the hallucinations (what voices are saying to him, whether he thinks he must do what they command) tell him you don’t hear voices, but you know they’re real to him.

B. Disorganized Schizophrenia

• Is marked by incoherent, disorganized speech and behaviors and by blunted or inappropriate affect.
• May have fragmented hallucinations and delusions with no coherent theme.
• Usually includes extreme social impairment.
• This type of schizophrenia may start early and insidiously, with no significant remissions.

Signs and Symptoms of Disorganized Schizophrenia

• Incoherent, disorganized speech, with markedly loose associations.
• Grossly disorganized behavior.
• Blunted, silly, superficial, or inappropriate affect.
• Grimacing
• Hypochondriacal complaints.
• Extreme social withdrawal.

Diagnosis of Disorganized Schizophrenia

• Ruling out other causes of the patients symptoms.
• Meeting the DSM-IV-TR criteria.

Treatment of Disorganized Schizophrenia

• Treatments described for other types of schizophrenia.
• Antipsychotic drugs and psychotherapy.

Nursing Interventions for Disorganized Schizophrenia

• Spend time with the patient even if he’s mute and unresponsive, to promote reassurance and support.
• Remember that, despite appearances, the patient is acutely aware of his environment, assume the patient can hear – speak to him directly and don’t talk about him in his presence.
• Emphasize reality during all patient contacts, to reduce distorted perceptions (for example, say, “The leaves on the trees are turning colors and the air is cooler, It’s fall”)
• Verbalize for the patient the message that his behavior seems to convey, encourage him to do the same.
• Tell the patient directly, specifically, and concisely what needs to be done; don’t give him choice (for example, say, “It’s time to go for a walk, lets go.”)
• Assess for signs and symptoms of physical illness; keep in mind that if he’s mute he won’t complain of pain or physical symptoms.
• Remember that if he’s in bizarre posture, he may be at risk for pressure ulcers or decreased circulation.
• Provide range-of-motion exercises.
• Encourage to ambulate every 2 hours.
• During periods of hyperactivity, try to prevent him from experiencing physical exhaustion and injury.
• As appropriate, meet his needs for adequate food, fluid, exercise, and elimination; follow orders with respect to nutrition, urinary catheterization, and enema use.
• Stay alert for violent outbursts; if these occur, get help promptly to intervene safely for yourself, the patient, and others.

C. Catatonic Schizophrenia

• Is a rare disease form in which the patient tends to remain in a fixed stupor or position for long periods, periodically yielding to brief spurts of extreme excitement.
• Many catatonic schizophrenia have an increased potential for destructive, violent behavior when agitated.

Signs and Symptoms of Catatonic Schizophrenia

• Remaining mute; refusal to move about or tend to personal needs.
• Exhibiting bizarre mannerisms, such as facial grimacing and sucking mouth movements.
• Rapid swing between stupor and excitement (extreme psychomotor agitation with excessive, senseless, or incoherent shouting or talking).
• Bizarre posture such as holding the body (especially the arms and legs) rigidly in one position for a long time.
• Diminished sensitivity to painful stimuli.
• Echolalia (repeating words or phrases spoken by others).
• Echopraxia (imitating other’s movements).

Diagnosis of Catatonic Schizophrenia

• Ruling out other possible causes of the patient’s symptoms.
• Meeting the DSM-IV-TR criteria.

Treatment of Catatonic Schizophrenia

• ECT and benzodiazepines (such as diazepam or lorazepam) for catatonic schizophrenia.
• Avoiding conventional antipsychotic drugs (they may worsen catatonic symptoms).
• Investigating atypical antipsychotic drugs to treat catatonic schizophrenia (requires further evaluation).

Nursing Interventions for Catatonic Schizophrenia

• Spend time with the patient even if he’s mute and unresponsive, to promote reassurance and support.
• Remember that, despite appearances, the patient is acutely aware of his environment, assume the patient can hear – speak to him directly and don’t talk about him in his presence.
• Emphasize reality during all patient contacts, to reduce distorted perceptions (for example, say, “The leaves on the trees are changing colors and the air is cooler, It’s fall”)
• Verbalize for the patient the message that his behavior seems to convey, encourage him to do the same.
• Tell the patient directly, specifically, and concisely what needs to be done; don’t give him choices (for example, say, “It’s time to eat, lets go”)
• Assess for signs and symptoms of physical illness; keep in mind that if he’s mute he won’t complain of pain or physical symptoms.
• Remember that if he’s in bizarre posture, he may be at risk for pressure ulcers or decreased circulation.
• Provide range-of-motion exercises.
• Encourage to ambulate every 2 hours.
• During periods of hyperactivity, try to prevent him from experiencing physical exhaustion and injury.
• As appropriate, meet his needs for adequate food, fluid, exercise, and elimination; follow orders with respect to nutrition, urinary catheterization, and enema use.
• Stay alert for violent outbursts; if these occur, get help promptly to intervene safely for yourself, the patient, and others.

II. Diagnostic Test for Schizophrenia

• Clinical diagnosis is developed on historical information and thorough mental status examination.
• No laboratory findings have been identified that are diagnostic of schizophrenia.
• Routine battery of laboratory test may be useful in ruling out possible organic etiologies, including CBC, urinalysis, liver function tests, thyroid function test, RPR, HIV test, serum ceruloplasmin ( rules out an inherited disease, wilson’s disease, in which the body retains excessive amounts of copper), PET scan, CT scan, and MRI.
• Rating scale assessment:
• Scale for the assessment of negative symptoms.
• Scale for the assessment of positive symptoms.
• Brief psychiatric rating scale

III. Treatments and Medications for Schizophrenia

Currently, there is no method for preventing schizophrenia and there is no cure. Minimizing the impact of disease depends mainly on early diagnosis and, appropriate pharmacological and psycho-social treatments. Hospitalization may be required to stabilize ill persons during an acute episode. The need for hospitalization will depend on the severity of the episode. Mild or moderate episodes may be appropriately addressed by intense outpatient treatment. A person with schizophrenia should leave the hospital or outpatient facility with a treatment plan that will minimize symptoms and maximize quality of life.

A comprehensive treatment program can include:

• Antipsychotic medication
• Education & support, for both ill individuals and families
• Social skills training
• Rehabilitation to improve activities of daily living
• Vocational and recreational support
• Cognitive therapy

Medication is one of the cornerstones of treatment. Once the acute stage of a psychotic episode has passed, most people with schizophrenia will need to take medicine indefinitely. This is because vulnerability to psychosis doesn’t go away, even though some or all of the symptoms do. In North America, atypical or second generation antipsychotic medications are the most widely used. However, there are many first-generation antipsychotic medications available that may still be prescribed. A doctor will prescribe the medication that is the most effective for the ill individual

Another important part of treatment is psychosocial programs and initiatives. Combined with medication, they can help ill individuals effectively manage their disorder. Talking with your treatment team will ensure you are aware of all available programs and medications.

In addition, persons living with schizophrenia may have access to or qualify for income support programs/initiatives, supportive housing, and/or skills development programs, designed to promote integration and recovery.

Schizophrenia Case Study: Types, Diagnosis, Interventions & Treatment Original source at: Nurseslabs

aspirin

Buffered aspirin products:
Alka-Seltzer, Ascriptin, Asprimox, Bufferin, Buffex, Magnaprin

Pregnancy Category D

Drug classes of aspirin

• Antipyretic
• Analgesic (nonopioid)
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antirheumatic
• Antiplatelet
• Salicylate
• NSAID

Therapeutic actions of aspirin

• Analgesic and antirheumatic effects are attributable to aspirin’s ability to inhibit the synthesis of prostaglandins, important mediators of inflammation. Antipyretic effects are not fully understood, but aspirin probably acts in the thermoregulatory center of the hypothalamus to block effects of endogenous pyrogen by inhibiting synthesis of the prostaglandin intermediary. Inhibition of platelet aggregation is attributable to the inhibition of platelet synthesis of thromboxane A2, a potent vasoconstrictor and inducer of platelet aggregation. This effect occurs at low doses and lasts for the life of the platelet (8 days). Higher doses inhibit the synthesis of prostacyclin, a potent vasodilator and inhibitor of platelet aggregation.

Indications of aspirin

• Mild to moderate pain
• Fever
• Inflammatory conditions—rheumatic fever, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis
• Reduction of risk of recurrent TIAs or stroke in males with history of TIA due to fibrin platelet emboli
• Reduction of risk of death or nonfatal MI in patients with history of infarction or unstable angina pectoris
• MI prophylaxis
• Unlabeled use: Prophylaxis against cataract formation with long-term use

Dosage & Route of aspirin

• Available in oral and suppository forms. Also available as chewable tablets, gum; enteric coated, SR, and buffered preparations (SR aspirin is not recommended for antipyresis, short-term analgesia, or children < 12 yr.)

ADULTS

• Minor aches and pains: 325–650 mg q 4 hr.
• Arthritis and rheumatic conditions: 3.2–6 g/day in divided doses.
• Acute rheumatic fever: 5–8 g/day; modify to maintain serum salicylate level of 15–30 mg/dL.
• TIAs in men:1,300 mg/day in divided doses (650 mg bid or 325 mg qid).
• MI prophylaxis: 75–325 mg/day.

PEDIATRIC PATIENTS

• Analgesic and antipyretic: 65 mg/kg per 24 hr in four to six divided doses, not to exceed 3.6 g/day. Dosage recommendations by age:

• Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis: 60–110 mg/kg per 24 hr in divided doses at 6- to 8-hr intervals. Maintain a serum level of 150–300 mcg/mL.
• Acute rheumatic fever: Initially, 100 mg/kg/day, then decrease to 75 mg/kg/day for 4–6 wk. Therapeutic serum salicylate level is 150–300 mg/dL.
• Kawasaki disease: 80–180 mg/kg/day; very high doses may be needed during acute febrile period; after fever resolves, dosage may be adjusted to 10 mg/kg/day.

Adverse effects of aspirin

• Acute aspirin toxicity: Respiratory alkalosis, hyperpnea, tachypnea, hemorrhage, excitement, confusion, asterixis, pulmonary edema, seizures, tetany, metabolic acidosis, fever, coma, CV collapse, renal and respiratory failure (dose related, 20–25 g in adults, 4 g in children)
• Aspirin intolerance: Exacerbation of bronchospasm, rhinitis (with nasal polyps, asthma, rhinitis)
• GI: Nausea, dyspepsia, heartburn, epigastric discomfort, anorexia, hepatotoxicity
• Hematologic: Occult blood loss, hemostatic defects
• Hypersensitivity: Anaphylactoid reactions to anaphylactic shock
• Salicylism: Dizziness, tinnitus, difficulty hearing, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mental confusion, lassitude (dose related)

Contraindications of aspirin

• Contraindicated with allergy to salicylates or NSAIDs (more common with nasal polyps, asthma, chronic urticaria); allergy to tartrazine (cross-sensitivity to aspirin is common); hemophilia, bleeding ulcers, hemorrhagic states, blood coagulation defects, hypoprothrombinemia, vitamin K deficiency (increased risk of bleeding)
• Use cautiously with impaired renal function; chickenpox, influenza (risk of Reye’s syndrome in children and teenagers); children with fever accompanied by dehydration; surgery scheduled within 1 wk; pregnancy (maternal anemia, antepartal and postpartal hemorrhage, prolonged gestation, and prolonged labor have been reported; readily crosses the placenta; possibly teratogenic; maternal ingestion of aspirin during late pregnancy has been associated with the following adverse fetal effects: low birth weight, increased intracranial hemorrhage, stillbirths, neonatal death); lactation.

Nursing considerations of aspirin

Assessment of aspirin

• History: Allergy to salicylates or NSAIDs; allergy to tartrazine; hemophilia, bleeding ulcers, hemorrhagic states, blood coagulation defects, hypoprothrombinemia, vitamin K deficiency; impaired hepatic function; impaired renal function; chickenpox, influenza; children with fever accompanied by dehydration; surgery scheduled within 1 wk; pregnancy; lactation
• Physical: Skin color, lesions; T; eighth cranial nerve function, orientation, reflexes, affect; P, BP, perfusion; R, adventitious sounds; liver evaluation, bowel sounds; CBC, clotting times, urinalysis, stool guaiac, LFTs, renal function tests

Interventions of aspirin

• BLACK BOX WARNING: Do not use in children and teenagers to treat chickenpox or flu symptoms without review for Reye’s syndrome, a rare but fatal disorder.
• Give drug with food or after meals if GI upset occurs.
• Give drug with full glass of water to reduce risk of tablet or capsule lodging in the esophagus.
• Do not crush, and ensure that patient does not chew SR preparations.
• Do not use aspirin that has a strong vinegar-like odor.
• WARNING: Institute emergency procedures if overdose occurs: Gastric lavage, induction of emesis, activated charcoal, supportive therapy.

Teaching points of aspirin

• Take extra precautions to keep this drug out of the reach of children; this drug can be very dangerous for children.
• Use the drug only as suggested; avoid overdose. Avoid the use of other over-the-counter drugs while taking this drug. Many of these drugs contain aspirin, and serious overdose can occur.
• Take the drug with food or after meals if GI upset occurs.
• Do not cut, crush, or chew sustained-release products.
• Over-the-counter aspirins are equivalent. Price does not reflect effectiveness.
• You may experience these side effects: Nausea, GI upset, heartburn (take drug with food); easy bruising, gum bleeding (related to aspirin’s effects on blood clotting).
• Report ringing in the ears; dizziness, confusion; abdominal pain; rapid or difficult breathing; nausea, vomiting, bloody stools.

Aspirin (Bayer) Drug Study Original source at: Nurseslabs

Here we have the Registration & Oathtaking Schedule for December 2011 NLE passers in Cebu.

Cebu Nurse Registration & Oathtaking December 2011: Schedule

Important Guidelines

• Oathtaking is done on the same date as scheduled for your registration from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
• Registrants are required to wear their GALA UNIFORM during the registration.
• NOTE: TO ALL PASSERS, please bring photocopy of NSO BIRTH CERTIFICATE with original copy, photocopy of NURSING APPLICATION FORM ( NAF ) and photocopy of PERMANENT EXAMINATION REGISTRATION RECORD CARD ( PERRC ).
• You may get your oath form at the PRC Office or you can download it.
• You may secure the requirements INSIDE the PRC OFFICE.
• For those who cannot register on their scheduled date, please register starting March 16, 2012 onwards.
• Please share this Schedule of Registration and Oathtaking of December 2011 NLE passers in Cebu.

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Cebu Nurse Registration & Oathtaking December 2011: Schedule, Venue & Requirements Original source at: Nurseslabs

Gov. Arthur Pingoy Jr. said the DOH Center for Health Development in Region 12 has started the recruitment process for the RNheals-3 nurses to facilitate their scheduled deployment by next month to selected villages and communities within the province’s 10 towns and lone city.

He said hundreds of applicants, who were mostly composed of unemployed new licensed nurses from the province, trooped to the provincial capitol compound in Koronadal City Tuesday to undergo the initial examination and screening for the program.
Pingoy said the local government is fully supporting the program’s implementation due to its impact on the delivery of basic health services and the employment opportunity that it offers to unemployed nurses in the area.

“It gives our unemployed nurses a unique chance to be exposed and gain experience working or serving in our poor communities and at the same time get proper compensation for their services,” he said.

Under the program, the hired nurses will be deployed in their assigned communities on a contractual basis for one year.
Pingoy said the national government will provide them a stipend of P8,000 and an additional allowance of P2,000 from the local government every month.

The program’s beneficiaries will also be provided with PhilHealth (Philippine Health Insurance Corporation) insurance and group accident insurance enrolment worth P1,200 and P500, respectively, a project briefer noted.

The DOH announced last month that it would train and deploy 10,000 nurses for RNheals-3, which is supported by the departments of Labor and Employment, Social Welfare and Development, Philippine Regulations Commission-Board of Nursing and the Philippine Nurses Association.

The program was launched by the national government last year to deal with the shortage of skilled and experienced nurses in unserved or underserved communities in the country and address the oversupply of nurses in Metro Manila and other urban areas.
Meantime, Pingoy said the provincial government has scrapped nursing from the list of degree programs that may be pursued by prospective beneficiaries of its Kabugwason-Paglaum Scholarship Program starting this year.

He said move was mainly aimed at addressing the present glut of unemployed licensed nurses and nursing graduates from the area.
Pingoy said it is in line with the Commission on Higher Education’s earlier directive to colleges and universities nationwide that sets a moratorium on the offering of nursing degrees.

“Right now, we have 150 licensed nurses who were rendering volunteer services at the provincial hospital and receiving a meager P1,000 monthly allowances from the provincial government because they could not get a stable job elsewhere,” the governor said.
Pingoy added that the scholarship program will instead focus on degrees or courses that complements the requirements of various industries and other employment generators in the area. (Allen V. Estabillo / MindaNews)

[Via MindaNews]

DOH deploying more nurses to South Cotabato remote areas Original source at: Nurseslabs

Requirements

• Duly accomplished Oath Form or Panunumpa ng Professional (see below)
• Two (2) pieces passport size colored picture in white background with complete name tag (lastname, first name, middle name) e.g. DELA CRUZ, JUAN M.
• One (1) piece 1×1 colored picture in white background (same shot)
• Community Tax Certificate (Cedula) [Should be dated this year 2012]
• Payment: Registration Fee (Php 600.00)/ Annual Fee (Php 450.00)
• Metered Documentary Stamp (available at PRC offices)
• One (1) short brown envelop with name and profession

Fees

• 1050 for the registration fee
• 20 pesos for the stamp
• 50 pesos for the notary
• Total: 1120

Oath Form Panunumpa ng Professional

The oath form should be correctly and completely accomplished. They are available at the PRC offices but you can print one in duplex and using a 8.5×14 in paper.

December 2011 Registered Nurses Registration Schedule

Those who fail to register on their scheduled date may try again at the following dates:

Location

The registration will take place on the PRC Auditorium, 5th Floor, Annex Building. Offices are open from 8:00 AM to 5:00PM
Contact numbers:

• (632) 3140026
•  (632) 7354476

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PRC is located at P. Paredes St. cor. Morayta St. Sampaloc, Manila

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Helpful Tips to Survive the Registration

• Come early.
• Don’t be discouraged by the long line. Its a usual sight and a sign that you are in PRC.
• The long line is usually because of the guards checking the bags.
• Look for another line. There is usually a shorter line near the entrance.
• Bring exact money.
• There are shops, photo booths and printing shops near the premises of the PRC office. Use them to your advantage when you forgot something.
• Bring an umbrella.

Manila & Pampanga Nurse Registration December 2011: Schedule, Venue & Requirements Original source at: Nurseslabs

DOH IX Regional Director, Dr. Aristides Tan said the DOH will hire a total of 511 RN Heals for the third batch. Of the 511, 220 will be hired from Zamboanga del Sur, 205 from Zamboanga del Norte, 72 for Zamboanga Sibugay, eight for Zamboanga City and six for Isabela.

Aside from this, the office will also hire a total of 180 Midwives. Of the 180, 76 will be hired from Zamboanga del Sur, 61 from Zamboanga del Norte, 41 for Zamboanga Sibugay, one for Zamboanga City and one for Isabela.
A panel interview will be conducted by the DOH training staff, City Health Office Representative, and Department of Social Welfare and Development. After the interview, a two day orientation will follow before deployment. According to Tan, the work of the RN Heals will be in the community for one year, “Man follow up sila el health needs of the barangays and validate the poor for the enrollment to the Philippine Health Insurance.” He is urging the LGU’s to give the RN Heal nurses allowance of P2,000 as counterpart, check on their security and proper accommodation.

The nurses will receive P8,000 stipend per month and if the LGU will add P2,000, the stipend of the nurses will now amount to P10,000.
The areas where these nurses will serve will be determined by the DOH and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). One of the target areas is where most of the beneficiaries of the conditional cash grants or Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4P’s) are located and where Basic Emergency Maternal Obstetric Neonatal Care centers is located.
The nurses who will become part of the RN Heals will help the DOH in achieving the Millennium Development Goals to lessen maternal and child mortality.

The first batch of RN Heals were deployed for six months in the government hospitals and six months in the community, the second batch were deployed solely in government hospitals.

By: R.G. Antonet Go

[Via Zamboanga Today Online]

3rd batch of RN HEALS nurses to be deployed in March Original source at: Nurseslabs

But this girl dares to differ with her funny, but true, reasons why some of us took up nursing.

Watch the video below and relate to her experiences (and you might even burst out laughing with her rants about nursing).

About the Vlogger

Anna Tan, also known as thecountessaanna is a registered nurse and a talented vlogger. If you want more of her videos, subscribe on her YouTube channel, thecountessaanna.
You can catch her page on Facebook! Check out also her Twitter and Formspring.

“Fish net effect! Yess… I feel like I’m Lady Gaga”

“Why Nursing, Anna?” Original source at: Nurseslabs

Below contains the list of nursing diagnoses approved by NANDA-I.

Health Perception and Management Pattern

1. Contamination
2. Disturbed energy field
3. Effective therapeutic regimen management
4. Health-seeking behaviors
5. Ineffective community therapeutic regimen management
6. Ineffective family therapeutic regimen management
7. Ineffective health maintenance
8. Ineffective protection
9. Ineffective therapeutic regimen management
10. Noncompliance
11. Readiness for enhanced immunization status
12. Readiness for enhanced therapeutic regimen management
13. Risk for contamination
14. Risk for falls
15. Risk for infection
16. Risk for injury (trauma)
17. Risk for perioperative positioning injury
18. Risk for poisoning
19. Risk for suffocation

NANDA Nursing Diagnosis List Original source at: Nurseslabs