Derek Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 As caregivers, we should all have very good caregiver communication between each other, as well as communication between our patients. AIDET helps us achieve this with our patients and SBAR with healthcare workers specifically. Without it, our care can turn out to be not so caring. … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Caregiver care is just as important as patient care. As caregivers, we often spend so much time caring for others, we forget to care for ourselves. It’s very easy to do and it can happen so fast. If you don’t take care of … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 This is a list of all 200+ of the known different cancer types. Also included is where they are located on or in the body. Some locations are pretty obvious while others, not so much. Table of Contents A B C D E … Read more
Contributing Author: Johny Kershwas Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Cancer is a life-threatening disease that affects not just the person diagnosed with it but also their families and loved ones. Taking care of a cancer patient can be a challenging and overwhelming … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 A call light is one of the most important items used by every patient in a hospital or similar facility. They are in every room and should be given to every patient admitted no matter what their condition is. Although their usefulness is obvious … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Just like urinating, everybody has bowel movements (abbreviated as BM). It is a part of life and we should make sure it is happening correctly. The amount, consistency, and how often patients go will vary greatly but that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Thermometer The most common method of taking a body temperature is orally with a thermometer. Other methods include rectally and axillary (in the armpit). The average temperature is considered 98.6 F. How often should you check your patient’s temperature? Working as a nurse, … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 This page will tell you everything you need to know about the different blood types. Most of the information has been gathered from the American Red Cross which means the general information is valid worldwide but the statistics are strictly for the United … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 How many people check their blood pressure measurement as often as they should? Not very many. Taking this ever important vital sign is more important than most people realize. The average blood pressure (abbreviated as BP) is less than 120/80. Working at a … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 If your patient is diabetic, it is always a good idea to check their blood glucose on a regular basis. The task may sound intimidating at first, but with a little practice, it becomes second nature. On average, a blood sugar should be … Read more