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Kernig Sign (Meningitis) Assessment with Memory Trick Nursing

Recognizing Kernig sign is an important part of the neurological assessment when meningitis is suspected. This sign helps identify meningeal irritation, which occurs when the meninges (the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord) become inflamed. How to Assess Kernig Sign 2. Flex the hip and knee:-Gently flex the patient’s hip and knee to […]

Layers of the Meninges (Meningeal) for Nursing Students

Understanding the meninges is essential for nursing students, especially when caring for patients with meningitis or assessing for neurological complications. These three protective layers surround the brain and spinal cord, acting as a cushion to protect the central nervous system (CNS). What Are the Meninges? The meninges are three protective layers that: Inflammation of these […]

Commonly Mispronounced Anatomy Terms for Nursing Students

As a nursing student, pronouncing anatomical terms correctly is important for clinical communication, patient safety, and exam success. Some words can be tricky because regional accents or informal pronunciations often differ from the standard medical terminology. This guide highlights common mispronunciations and explains the correct terms and their functions. Upper Airway and Digestive Tract Larynx […]

Number of steps matters more than frequency for older women’s health

The number of steps that are taken is more important than the frequency of exercise for better heart health in older women, according to US researchers. The post Number of steps matters more than frequency for older women’s health appeared first on Nursing Times.

Alarm raised over lack of jobs for newly qualified nurses in Swansea

The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has raised “urgent concerns” about a lack of job vacancies within Swansea Bay University Health Board, after hearing from final-year nursing students. The post Alarm raised over lack of jobs for newly qualified nurses in Swansea appeared first on Nursing Times.