Derek Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 There are many, many places to check a pulse rate. The best way is with a heart monitor or a handy little device called a pulse oximeter but even without one of these, checking a pulse is pretty easy. The average pulse should be … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Reusable pulse oximeter At my hospital job as a certified nursing assistant (CNA), my reusable pulse oximeter, also known as a finger probe, was my best friend. I carried one around with me everywhere I went. They are useful in households as well, … Read more
Contributing Author: Valencia Jasira Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 A Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) program offers extensive training that can be pivotal in advancing careers within the health fields. Unlike its research-focused counterpart, the PhD, a PsyD program emphasizes practical clinical training, … Read more
Contributing Author: Valencia Jasira Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Regular check-ups are a vital part of staying healthy and preventing serious illnesses. By visiting your doctor regularly, you can catch potential health problems early, manage existing conditions, and receive personalized advice to … Read more
Contributing Author: Bonnie McDonald Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Image by shurkin_sonon Freepik The promise of a serene retirement and secure healthcare lies in a well-rounded approach that extends beyond government provisions like Social Security and Medicare. Delving into a variety of … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Post mortem care is one of the most difficult things to do as a caregiver. It is something nobody enjoys doing but it is something that must be done after a patient passes away. Click here to download and print the steps for … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 It is often difficult to always be a positive caregiver but that is exactly what we should all strive to be. Positivity is not only good for ourselves, but for our patients as well. Table of Contents What is Positive? Some People Struggle … Read more
Contributing Author: Peter Rossi Guest Article | Published on Caregiverology.com Published by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 Do you feel like the stresses of daily life are getting to you? If so, it might be time to take a break and relax in a pool. It can reduce stress and … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 I take care of my 90-yr-mother in Munich / Germany. A few years ago, I suffered from a prolapse L4/L5 then later, a stretching of the musculus deltoidous, or right arm at the insertion of the tendon at the bone. It happened during … Read more
Written by Derek Tanner, RN Registered Nurse | Healthcare Experience Since 2009 The presence of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water in the United States has become a growing concern. This issue has gained national attention over the past several years. Known as “forever chemicals” because they persist in the environment, PFAS compounds … Read more