Tips and Strategies for the CVICU Nurse

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In this podcast episode, we&#39;ll cover essential skills for nurses to master moderate sedation. From understanding the levels of sedation to managing complications, this guide will help you confidently provide sedation in the ICU and other healthcare settings.Whether you&#39;re new to moderate sedation or looking to refresh your skills, this episode is a must for nurses. Improve patient outcomes and safety by mastering the techniques and best practices for administering and monitoring sedation. Take your nursing skills to the next level with this comprehensive guide!

with Cheryl Palmer, RN

Moderate Sedation for Nurses

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this presentation that delves into intubation and extubation for professional nurses in critical care settings.

Intubation and Extubation for Critical Care Nurses

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Overview of the blood product transfusion process.

Blood Product Transfusions

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The Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP)

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Cardiogenic Shock

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Basic overview of components of Hemodynamics 


Brief Overview of Hemodynamics

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A quick summary of common cardiac medications used in the ICU


Common ICU Cardiac Medications

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What you should know about lidocaine toxicity. 


Lidocaine Toxicity

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Learn how to assess pain and sedation for CVICU nurses


Pain and Sedation

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You will learn about the types of physical assessments which will help you to develop a plan of care for your critically ill patient. 


Physical Assessment for CVICU Nurses