This is an OER CC-BY textbook of nursing skills intended for pre-licensure students. The eBook is downloadable and is free.
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Textbook
Recommended Uses:
This material could be used to supplement in-class teaching or it could be used for self-paced learning.
Technical Requirements:
Internet access Web browser
Identify Major Learning Goals:
After studying this book, the learner will be able to:
Discuss methods for blood sampling
Compare/contrast management of peripheral venousaccess devices and central venous access devices
Review infection control principles associated withperipheral venous access devices
Explain the principles of peripheral intravenous siteselection and contraindications
Discuss appropriate selection of IV catheter type and size
Explain nurse management of IV therapy and peripheral IVaccess devices
Explain the advantages, disadvantages, and precautionsassociated with IV medication administration
Identify information that must be checked before an IVpush medication is administered
Define “speed shock” and measures to prevent it fromoccurring
Compare the procedure for administering an IV pushmedication through a primary IV line versus through a salinelock
Describe the types of blood products prescribed forcommon conditions
Explain how a person’s ABO blood type and Rh factorimpact blood product compatibility
Describe transfusion reactions and their treatments
Apply evidence-based guidelines for the safe administrationof blood products
Apply the nursing process to prevent, identify, and treatpotential complications associated with blood administration
Outline indications for insertion of a central venous accessdevice (CVAD)
Compare and contrast the various types of CVADs andwhere they are inserted
Describe the processes of verifying placement and securinga CVAD
Describe infection control techniques to prevent infectionsassociated with CVADs
Identify potential complications associated with CVADs,prevention, and related nursing interventions
Identify the indications for NG tube insertion
Identify contraindications for NG tube insertion
Outline essential safety principles related to the insertion ofan NG tube, including evidence-based placement verification
Outline nursing assessments and interventions related tothe insertion of an NG tube
Use clinical judgment to prevent, assess, manage, anddocument complications related to NG tubes
Describe the physiology of breathing and the importance ofnegative pressure
Identify indications for chest tube placement
Differentiate the basic compartments of a chest tubedrainage system
Describe the safety principles essential for chest tubemaintenance
Prioritize methods for troubleshooting chest tube drainagesystems
Describe cardiac anatomy and physiology
Apply leads for electrocardiograms (ECGs) and cardiacmonitoring
Identify basic cardiac rhythms
Target Student Population:
College Lower Division, College Upper Division
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Nursing knowledge and basic computer skills.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
The content is accurate, valid, and reliable.
The material presents seven learning chapters and test results, which depict reality.
The chapters teach important factors for all nurses to consider.
They are up to date.
The content is general and is needed for every nurse involved in patient care.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
These chapters use an introduction, conclusion, a glossary, and a test to facilitate learning.
The material is presented with clarity, focus, and organization.
This material is concise enough not to overwhelm learners.
The subject matter is a good supplement for nurses.
Concepts are clearly presented.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Learners can apply the material within their work.
The information is presented in clear, organized chapters, which are familiar to students and educators.
The material is easy to navigate.
The presentation of each concept is clear without distractions.
New terms are defined and explained.
Concerns:
In the FlipHTML5 online version submitted to MERLOT:
Text is not selectable
Headings are not set
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However, there is a link to the PressBooks version that is likely to have accessibility set up. The link to the PressBooks version within the submitted version did not work, and was set up using HTML instead of ordinary language.
There are also downloadable versions of the resource.
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