Physician Orders – Procedures

Procedure Info

Establish IV        Heparin    Lock IV Fluids:     NS            D5W        Give: Bolus  / ______ ml/hr I/O Cath EKG / EKG Rhythm strip Ear Wash:_______ Ear or Bilateral Accucheck Nebulizer Treatment with: Duoneb in one ampule  Give: #1 dose             #2 dose...

Blade Types You Need to Know

Procedure Info

The only 3 Blade Types You Need to Know Blade Sizes Description Uses 10 blade The 10 blade has a curved cutting edge with an unsharpened back edge. It has a more traditional blade shape. Generally for making incisions in skin and muscle. Commonly used in to cut the...

Suture Type and Timing of Removal by Location

Procedure Info

Using non-absorbable sutures: polypropylene (Prolene), silk, or nylon. Location Type of suture* Timing of suture removal (days) Arms 4-0 7 to 10 Face 5-0 or 6-0 3 to 5 Hands or feet 4-0 or 5-0 10 to 14 Legs 4-0 10 to 14 Palms or soles 3-0 or 4-0 14 to 21 Scalp 4-0 7...

Rapid Sequence Intubation

Procedure Info

When I was an intern, an ER nurse taught me that the way to remember the sequence of medications in a RSI is to know that “you date before you suck.” It sounded very graphic but was memorable. Induction and Paralysis Medications 1) Etomidate 0.3mg/kg for...

Shoulder Injection Procedure Note

Procedure Info, Procedure Notes

Procedure Name: Shoulder Joint Injection Indication: Pain Location: ******* Pre-Procedure Diagnosis: **** Post-Procedure Diagnosis: Same Informed Consent and Counseling: The procedure, alternative treatment options, risks, and benefits were thoroughly explained to the...