What precations does the nurse need to take with patients with fistulas.?
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universal precautions..
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There are so many types of fistulas, so I suspect the recovery might be different with each type.  Try searching under the type of fistula ("an*l/vaginal", "tracheoesophageal", "vesicovaginal",  etc) and "surgery and recovery."
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CNA's handle personal care for patients. Bathing,Feeding, cleaning up any accidents, taking them to the toilet(if they can't themselves), dressing, range of motion exercises(for those that need it), taking temperatures, blood pressures, emptying cathetor bags,.. and the list goes on and on.\n\nOn the 3rd shift we would have to do rounds every 2 hours and make sure noone was soiled. If they were, you had to change them. Take temperatures of those that needed it, empty cath bags, turn the people that couldn't turn themselves (so they did not get bedsores) When you have up to 18 patients a night, it is not easy. We also had to get 2 up and ready each morning.Sometimes pass out food trays and help feed. Plus charting intake(fluids) and outputs(urine)\n\nHope that helps.
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Years ago, no there were no requirements.  They trained you on the job.  Now a days I believe they require you to attend a couple hours of instruction in order to "let you loose on the patients."  You need to know the things you are and are not allowed to do, such as fill up the water jug or not.  Someone may ask for water and not beable to have any because of surgery etc.....So, you must call your local hospital, ask to speak to someone who is in charge of candy stripers, that you would like to know what the job requirements are and would be interested in applying after you receive that information.  They will connect you................good luck........volunteer work is very self gratifying........you'll love it
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main one.....which hospital is she affiliated with?\nsecond.......does she work alone or are there others in the practice, such as nurse practitioners or physician assistants.....is she qualified in surgery, of various sorts including outpatient procedures, such as basic wound suturing or does the patient need to go to the local emerg dept for such things..........good thing to know in a accident.......
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I was a surgical nurse for a long time and I know that they usually don't take out tonsils if there is still an infection present.  I believe I have only seen one time where they actually did take out tonsils with the infection.  Usually they just drain the peritonsillar abscess and then if necessary come back and remove the tonsils.
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Helpers, it depends on the context.  Please specify, do you mean nurses' aids? teachers' aids? etc.?
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dental nurse\nThe work\n\nDental nurses work closely with dentists, providing assistance throughout a patient’s visit. Their duties include:\n\npreparing the surgery \npassing instruments \nremoving water and saliva from the patient’s mouth \nsterilising instruments \npreparing fillings. \nIf the dentist uses general anaesthetic, a suitably trained and qualified nurse may monitor the patient’s welfare. \n\n\n\nDental nurses maintain sterile conditions and ensure health and safety policy is adhered to. They help the dentist to record information about each patient and carry out stock control. They may also process radiographs. \n\nEnsuring patients feel comfortable and relaxed at all times is important. In general practice, a dental nurse may assist on reception and with the administration of the practice. \n\n\n\n\nHours and Environment\nDental nurses generally work 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Unsocial hours may be required to accommodate patients' needs. Part-time work is sometimes possible. \n\nDental nurses work in the NHS, private practice, community dental services, hospitals, industry, universities or the Armed Forces. Travel may be involved when working in certain branches. \n\nDental surgeries are clean, sterile and well-lit. Dental nurses wear a uniform and surgical gloves for protection. Safety glasses and a mask are also necessary to reduce the risk of cross-infection. \n\nThe majority of a dental nurse's work involves standing, which can be tiring. \n\n\n\nSkills and Interests\nTo be a dental nurse you should: \n\nbe genuinely interested in the welfare of your patients \nhave a high level of manual dexterity, good eyesight and good physical health \nbe friendly and sympathetic with a calm, confident and reassuring manner \nbe able to relate well to a wide range of people including children and people with special needs \nhave a flexible approach to work in order to cope with frequent changes in schedule \nbe able to work well in a team \nhave good organisational skills to manage the administrative aspects of the job. \n\nEntry\n\nMany new entrants to this field start work with a general dental practice as a trainee dental nurse, learning on the job, and studying part-time for an approved qualification and entry onto the General Dental Council (GDC) register; see Training section for details.\n\nIt is also possible to begin working as a student dental nurse within a dental hospital or the Community Dental Service. \n\nAn alternative way into dental nursing is to study full-time for an approved qualification with a college, university or dental hospital. Courses combine theory with practical work; see Training section for details. \n\nThere are no set academic qualifications required to begin working as a trainee in a dental practice or clinic. However, most employers and course providers will ask for four GCSEs (A-C)/S grades (1-3) including English, and a science related subject; equivalent alternative qualifications may also be accepted. Personal qualities and suitability for the work are also important. \n\nAn Access to Higher Education qualification may also be accepted for entry to certain courses. Please check with course providers for exact entry requirements. \n\nApprenticeships may be available for those under the age of 24. In England these are currently Apprenticeships (level 2) and Advanced Apprenticeships (level 3). To find out more about these, visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk\n\nApprenticeships may be different in other areas. For further information see Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland\n\n\nTraining\nSince the end of July 2006, dental nurses have been able to join the General Dental Council (GDC) register - by July 2008, it will be an essential requirement for all dental nurses to be on the GDC register in order to practise in the UK. \n\nTo be considered a qualified dental nurse, with access onto the register, you should achieve one of the following: \n\nthe National Examining B
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Is it in the trachea, or in the mouth?   It really depends where it is. More than likely they will have a feeding tube that goes to the stomach through the nose. obviously they will be on O2. Otherwise the CNA cares are the same as for a bedridden patient. turn every 2 hours, bed baths and such. Feeding the resident will be left up to the licensed nursing staff.
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I'm not an expert on this, but I normally fistulas cannot be corrected without surgery.  And inner ear surgery would be very difficult.  If it is a fistula, he could just control the symptoms, not fix the problem.  Get him to an ENT who can look at the CT and MRI and get a better diagnosis.
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Yes. SOme patients are confused and are not capable of telling an nurse when they need to go to the bathroom.  Other patients may have problems controling their badder or bowels and are put in diapers instead of using a bedpan.
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I'm a RN in a Large Medical Center, I would be most willing to help you.  I know we don't them Wards but Units but it really may be the type of hospital. So what ever you need help with just ask, I have no problems with helping someone with medical stuff-HotBurnNurse
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Find a good nurse working in a hospital evironment.  We always know who the good doctors are and who to avoid.
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I remember the day when hospitals were filled with good, professional nurses. No problem.  Now a days the hospitals I know are starving for good nurses.  They sometimes have to hire out to agencies, and believe me, some of these people are not up to snuff!  I have also noticed that the real good nurses go on to bigger things and leave what they were trained for.  I've been a patient at a hospital on numerous occasions.  I can spot a good one a mile away.  I can also spot an aide who is way out of her league, a mile away.  Study hard, listen in class.  Get ready for a rewarding job that will most likely pay your bills VERY nicely. " Good night nurse!!" An old time expression meaning " Holy cow!"
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Nurses.\nThis country is in dire need of Nurses.\n\nYou think doctors save lives?\nWrong!!!
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im training to be a nurse
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I would contact the state board of nursing for the state you want to practice in. They should be able to advise you what is needed.