Download for FREE today -  special Mnemonics Cheatsheet - so you can be SURE that you have that Must Know information down:  bit.ly/nursing-memory   Outline   TIRED  T-Tachycardia I-Irritability R-Restless E-Excessive Hunger D-Diaphoresis / Depression  Description During hypoglycemia the serum glucose level is too low. Cells of the body can’t get adequate energy supply when there is not enough sugar in the blood. You will feel TIRED and have the symptoms listed above.  

Hypoglycemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (TIRED)

By Jon Haws RN: Critical Care Nurse NCLEX Educator

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Download for FREE today -  special Mnemonics Cheatsheet - so you can be SURE that you have that Must Know information down:  bit.ly/nursing-memory   Outline   The 3 C’s  C-Choking C-Coughing C-Cyanosis  Description A tracheal esophageal fistula (TEF) is a congenital abnormality in which there is an opening between the trachea and the esophagus. Surgery is required to repair the opening before a baby can receive oral nutrition. Signs and symptoms to identify TEF are choking, coughing, and cyanosis.  

Tracheal Esophageal Fistula – Sign and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (The 3 C’s)

Download for FREE today -  special Mnemonics Cheatsheet - so you can be SURE that you have that Must Know information down:  bit.ly/nursing-memory   Outline   FINES  F-Feeding difficulty I-Inspiratory Stridor N-Nares Flares E-Expiratory Grunting S-Sternal Retractions  Description The above signs are indications that the patient is attempting to draw in more oxygen. The patient will begin to compensate for the decreased tissue oxygenation by exhibiting the following signs and symptoms.  

Hypoxia – Signs and Symptoms (in Pediatrics) Nursing Mnemonic (FINES)

Download for FREE today -  special Mnemonics Cheatsheet - so you can be SURE that you have that Must Know information down:  bit.ly/nursing-memory   Outline   CLEFT LIP  C-Choking L-Lie on back E-Evaluate Airway F-Feed Slowly T-Teaching L-Larger nipple opening I-Increased incidence in males P-Prevent crust formation and aspiration  Description Cleft lip is a congenital slit in the skin above the lip, typically also associated with a cleft palate. The typical treatment is reconstructive surgery. Post op care includes monitoring for choking. Baby should lie on their back during sleep to prevent trauma to sutures. Make sure to evaluate the airway and ensure it is open and monitor for aspiration. Feed the baby slowly in an upright position with a larger nipple opening. Prevent crust formation. Lastly, provide teaching to parents regarding feeding and common care.  

Cleft Lip Repair – Post Op Care Nursing Mnemonic (CLEFT LIP)

Download for FREE today -  special Mnemonics Cheatsheet - so you can be SURE that you have that Must Know information down:  bit.ly/nursing-memory   Outline   CHILD ABUSE  C-Child’s excessive knowledge of sex and abusive words H-Hair growth in various lengths I-Inconsistent stories from the child and parent/s L-Low self-esteem D-Depression A-Apathy, no emotion B-Bruised U-Unusual injuries S-Serious injuries E-Evidence of old injuries  Description Child abuse can be in many forms; physical, sexual, emotional, or neglect. Any act of commission or omission by a caregiver that harms or may cause harm to a child is child abuse. As a healthcare professional it is important to be in-tune with the preceding warning signs or indicators of child abuse.  

Child Abuse/Neglect – Warning Signs Nursing Mnemonic (CHILD ABUSE)

Download for FREE today -  special Mnemonics Cheatsheet - so you can be SURE that you have that Must Know information down:  bit.ly/nursing-memory   Outline   2A 1V  2A-Two Areolas, Two Arteries 1V-One Vagina, One Vein  Description To remember the vasculature in the umbilical cord, remember that the mom has: Two areolas; One Vagina. So, there are Two umbilical arteries, one umbilical vein.  

Hypoglycemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (TIRED)

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