Critical Care Nursing

Introduction

       

A critical care nurse treats patients with acute, even life-threatening injuries or medical issues. The critical care nurse has received specialized training that enables him or her to manage and monitor those patients who are the most seriously ill or injured. To do the job properly, a critical care nurse must have the ability to think and work quickly in stressful conditions and stay alert after many hours of intensive work.

 An ICU nurse is a registered nurse (RN) working in the intensive care unit or critical care unit of a hospital and is part of the medical team who attend to patients with critical conditions. Registered nurses working in the ICU ward assist physicians, attend to patients, and provide support to the patient’s family. They also monitor life support equipment, administer IVs, give medication, and observe the patient’s vital signs and reactions to medical procedures. 

What Is a Critical Care Nursing?

According to the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), patients who are dangerously ill or suffering from life-threatening injuries that require advanced care can typically be found in these hospital departments:

Intensive care unit (ICU)

Emergency department

Step-down unit

Neonatal ICU

Pediatric ICU

Cardiac care units

Cardiac catheter labs

Telemetry units

Progressive units

Recovery rooms

                     

The AACN goes on to report that critical care nurses comprise some 37 percent of the total number of nurses who work in hospitals. Typical work settings also include patients’ personal residences, outpatient surgery centers, private physicians’ offices, managed care centers, and nursing schools. In any employment setting, the critical care nurse must have the ability to perform complex patient assessments, implement intensive interventions and therapies, and monitor patients, all while remaining calm in desperate, sometimes life-threatening situations. Because a critically ill or injured patient’s condition can change quickly without warning, the critical care nurse must be capable of immediately changing a current care plan and providing emergency care as necessary.

Besides direct, hands-on care, the critical care nurse also performs the important role of acting as the patient’s advocate. In this position, advocacy means supporting and respecting the basic rights, values, and beliefs of a patient who is critically ill or injured. Performing as the patient’s representative, a critical care nurse finds additional resources for patients outside of the immediate care setting to assist in their recovery. Advocacy in this role, according to the AACN, means the critical care nurse is expected to:

Respect the rights of the patient or his or her designated surrogate to make independent health care decisions, even when he or she disagrees with those decisions.

Act as an intermediary in matters concerning the patient, his or her family, and other staff involved in the patient’s direct care or members of the care team.

Intervene when other health care professionals or the family is not acting in the patient’s best interests.

Continually monitor the quality of care provided to the patient.

Assist the patient in obtaining necessary care when the critical care facility is unable to provide it.

Act as a champion for patients who are unable to speak for themselves when the situation demands it.

Educate and support the person acting as the patient’s spokesperson.

Transfer care to other health care personnel as situations demand.

Represent the patient’s wishes to other medical staff.

Working as a Critical Care Nurse: Typical Duties & Responsibilities

The critical care nurse works alongside other healthcare professionals, including doctors, surgeons, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurse researchers, nurse educators, and health care case managers. As a direct result of pressure applied by managed care insurance organizations, today’s hospitals have been forced to reduce costs, increasing the demand for additional critical care nurses in outpatient settings. When the nursing shortage hit, the specialty areas of nursing, including critical care, suffered more than nurses in more general positions, which makes skilled, experienced critical care nurses especially valuable in today’s job market.

                      

While people have always suffered serious illness or injuries, the concept of one-on-one care from a nurse with specialty training is relatively new. In fact, the first ICU department was established in an American hospital in the 1950s. The critical care nurse position as we know it today arose in this environment. While the original role of the critical care nurse was in hospital ICU departments, it has expanded greatly over the past six decades.

In addition to acting as a patient advocate, a critical care nurse has these specific duties, among others:

Cleaning and bandaging patient wounds.

Tracking life support equipment such as heart monitors.

Immediately responding to changes in the patient’s condition.

Evaluating vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, and body temperature.

Administering medications through an intravenous tube, gastric tube, orally, by injection, or other methods, as determined by the patient’s condition.

Infusing blood products and monitoring patients for reactions.

Caring for the patient’s body immediately after death and arranging for transportation to a hospital, burial facility, or morgue.

Identifying patient needs according to age and level of consciousness and creating a care plan to meet them.

Diagnosing patient illnesses and injuries.

The critical care nurse works with patients and families who are experiencing extreme stress. An empathetic, compassionate nature and the ability to remain calm in life or death situations are necessary to perform effectively in this position. Additionally, the critical care nurse must learn not to take patient and family behaviors as personal attacks; instead, he or she should remain calm and dispassionate in all situations. 

The nurse must have the ability to make tough decisions, think quickly and calmly, and maintain a caring but objective attitude.

An ICU nurse is responsible for closely observing patients, noting specific procedures and prescribed medication for each case; assisting doctors in providing physical assessments and administering treatments.

Assessing a patient’s condition and planning and implementing patient care plans.

Monitoring vital signs and ensuring the proper functions of feeding tubes, ventilators, catheters and other life support equipment's.

Administering intravenous fluids and medications.

Critical care nurses may also care for pre- and post-operative patients.

A critical care nurse may also care for tracheotomy, colostomy, etc patients.

Responding to life-saving situations, using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.

Attending to the patient’s overall needs, such as feeding, bathing and grooming, dressing replacement, medication intake, and comfort.

An ICU nurse work efficiently with other practical nurses and nursing assistants in the ICU ward and be able to provide clear directions and guidance for procedures and routines.

She should also be able to provide support and education to the patient’s family, answering questions and giving vital instructions on how to care for the patient.

Becoming a Critical Care Nurse

A critical care nurse provides specialized care to patients in the intensive care units of a hospital that treat the most severely ill or injured patients, caring for the daily needs of those who are the most vulnerable. To perform effectively in this position, critical care professionals require specialized training.

While education and training are essential for this type of nursing career, it’s equally important that the critical care nurse has the right temperament. He or she must be cool-headed and confident, with the ability to endure physical and emotional stress. Indeed, the critical nurse also must have the ability to make vital decisions while under stress. Critical care nurses, also known as “ICU nurses,” must also possess excellent communication skills and be able to work with patients of all ages from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

                         

Education and training requirement 

 An ICU nurse must be a registered nurse. Educational requirements may depend on the healthcare facility, its size, and location. Entry-level requirements for intensive care unit nursing include nursing experience and/or graduate internship. Certification as a critical care nurse is required by some institutions, and can be obtained by passing a national licensing exam.

Get Certified as a Critical Care Nurse by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)

The CCRN certification from the AACN Certification Corporation establishes a baseline of knowledge for nursing critically ill or injured patients. Nurses who want to advance their career, demonstrate their knowledge, and improve their skills can obtain this certification.

Knowledge and skill requirement

To become successful in ICU nursing, a registered nurse must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure.

They must be able to react decisively and intelligently in emergencies, perform and assist in medical procedures with accuracy, expertly operate life support machines and other medical equipment's, and carefully look after patients with severe medical conditions.

Employers usually require that their critical care nursing staff maintain continuing education to retain their position. Continuing education helps nurses perform effectively in the workplace, stay up-to-date with the most current teachings in the field, and master the latest technology. Continuing education also helps nurses perform as leaders in the workplace and raises the bar to ensure excellent patient care at each facility.

Conclusion

ICU nurses often face a harsh reality. Many will not be able to restore their patients to good health; in fact, the patient may die while in the ICU unit. Over the course of their career, critical care nurses may experience patient death many times, which can take a toll on the nurse’s own mental health. This type of emotional stress can be draining and heartbreaking, but the right person for the job may find working as a critical care nurse a very rewarding career. This nurse often finds fulfillment in playing an important role in the lives of the patients with the greatest needs.

                           

Hope this article will help all the medical professionals reference taken from Wikipedia.

Written By:

Shivangi Mishra

Community Health Officer

U.P State Govt.of India 

District Amroha (U.P)

INFECTION CONTROL NURSE

  

 

                             

The daily problems faced in patient health care and clinical decision made by nurses are quite difficult and require broadest foundation of knowledge possible.

In this regard medical microbiology remains the vital part of foundation.

Moreover, it is compulsory that nurses have a working knowledge of principles of epidemiology surveillance and out break management of Infections to provide ongoing quality care in special situations.

It is important to understand main elements of Medical Microbiology.

The way they can affect the heath of a person the family and community, is vital requisite in locking the transmission of Diseases. 

INFECTION CONTROL IN HEALTH CARE

                    

Infection control is a series of steps that healthcare facilities and hospitals take to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. To prevent further spreading of disease, steps that many facilities take include: Ensure hand hygiene compliance. Track staff contact with assets and patients.

Medical microbiology  discipline forms the foundation for nurses capability to the followings:

1. Development of Infection Control Program.

2. Participation in the appropriate application of techniques to reduce or prevent the Incidences of Hospital Infection.

3.Reduce the Opportunity for the development of antibiotic resistance.

HOSPITAL INFECTION CONTROL TEAM 

1. Physician ( Infection Control officer)

2. Nurse ( Infection Control Nurse) 

3. Medical Microbiologist 

INFECTION CONTROL NURSE 

An Infection Control Nurse, also known as an Infection Prevention Nurse, helps prevent and identify the spread of infectious agents like bacteria and viruses in a healthcare environment supervises the Infection control program and provides intermediate care facilities etc.

                        

Healthcare-associated infections, also known as nosocomial infections, are a significant problem within healthcare settings, and one that medical professionals work tirelessly to mitigate. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that approximately 1 in 20 hospitalized patients will contract an HAI each year. In recent years a greater focus has been placed on the threat of so-called “super bugs” like MRSA and penicillin-resistant tuberculosis. This has contributed to the demand for a larger, more specialized group of medical professionals dedicated to establishing and policing infection-control protocols in both health care settings and in the community. Infection control nurses (ICNs) are an important part of this movement, as they specialize in recognizing, isolating, and preventing healthcare-associated infections that impact patient outcomes and the safety of healthcare professionals.

                       

THE ROLE OF I.C.N INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING

                           

ICN's monitor, identify, prevent and control the occurrences of infectious diseases in healthcare settings and communities. At monitoring stage, important patient data will be compiled, such as types of infections, etiologies and treatment so that ICN can analyse, continue operation improvements and look for other preventable measures if initial operations are unsuccessful.

They are also involved in lab tests to review findings and identify positive results. Afterwards, the results will be submitted to government agencies, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hospitals and communities to notify the staffs and civilians.

Prevention roles take place in educating and controlling the infectious diseases. As educators, ICNs are responsible to educate large groups of population, who are possibly patients, food service workers, medical and nursing students and healthcare workers.

Educating the healthcare workers will carry on during special slots, where strict guidelines of hand washing, equipment usage and patient care handling will be included. At this point, the ICN will record the education delivered to the staffs for ongoing evaluations of the information, policies and procedure. For risky individuals or populations, ICNs will educate them on the disease-specific care, recommended precautions and appropriate assessments.

Recognizing and isolating outbreaks of infectious diseases in healthcare settings and in the community at large.

Creating strategies and action-plans for the prevention of outbreaks.

Collecting and analyzing data on the incidence of HAI's and the success or failure of various prevention strategies.

The investigation of possible outbreaks and the marshaling of proper resources in response in the event of a confirmed outbreak.

Serving as an infectious disease consultant for both healthcare providers and members of the community.

Serving as an advocate and educator for members of the community infected with HIV/AIDS, TB, nosocomial infections, etc. and their families.

The final role of an ICN is to ensure that the clinicians adhere to the guidelines of infection control. To do so, ICN's will evaluate clinical settings to check that guidelines and policies are followed. They will also update the policies immediately when necessary.

As a direct result of these ICN roles and practices, environments are safer, while patients, staff and the community are safeguarded from harm and the institution’s fiscal position is made less vulnerable.

EDUCATION

As a sub-specialization for clinical nurse specialists, and one occasionally held by nurse practitioners, fundamental knowledge of infection control techniques and protocol is learned on the job and through graduate level CNS and NP programs specific to a particular patient population focus. Advanced practice registered nurses interested in holding a formal infection control sub-specialization denoted by certification often pursue post-graduate certificate programs specific to infection control.

                                  

These programs will cover core subjects such as Infectious Diseases and Infection Control in Health Care Settings, as well as options that include advanced study of the following:

Microbiology

Bio-Statistics

Epidemiology

Urban and Social Health Issues

History of Infectious diseases

Public Health

CERTIFICATION AND ELIGIBILITY 

The official designation for all infection control nurses is the Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) awarded by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) While certification is not necessary to practice as an infection control nurse, it is highly recommended in order to demonstrate expertise in accordance with the professional standards developed by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC), the leading professional body for infection control professionals. The CBIC notes that certification provides an objective measure of standardized knowledge and is recognized outside the field of infection and prevention control.

First and foremost, eligibility is dependent on sufficient experience in the field of infection control and prevention. While the CBIC does not require a particular tenure, the initial CIC exam is geared for professionals who have practiced infection control and prevention full time for at least two years.

THE CHALLENGES 

As ICNs engage in a variety of roles and workplaces, scheduling their daily routines are the most challenging part.

Additionally, the rapid changes in medical technologies such as automated surveillance, EHRs and diagnostic systems give abundant positive outcomes to ICNs. However, the real challenge is to maintain the technology without losing sight of the human element.

WHAT STUDENTS AND NURSES NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS SPECIALTY?

For students who are interested in working with a variety of infectious diseases and enjoy a dynamic work atmosphere, being an ICN would be the right fit for them. To be in this specialty, students need to get the certification to develop their specific knowledge and skills of ICN.

CONCLUSION 

ICNs have become the first line of defense and information for everyone entering the healthcare setting. Their tremendous contribution in helping scientist and doctors to prevent the strains of medication resistance and developing treatments for other infectious diseases have led them to be the most important position in healthcare. 

Thanks for attention Hope my article will help the students or nurses to gain this specialty and to more about Infection control Nurse.

     

Written By:

Priyanka Massey

Certified Infection Control Nurse

Professional Trainer

Ingenious Health Care Consultants Pvt.Ltd.

 

Importance of Healthy Diet during Pandemic

   Importance of Healthy diet during pandemic(COVID-19)

Introduction of Pandemic and its effects on Health

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing a lot of changes in our daily lives. We are social distancing, staying home, and unable to dine out at restaurants. It can be easy to slip into unhealthy eating habits during this stay-at-home period, but with a little thought and preparation, maintaining a healthy diet doesn’t have to be a chore.

Nutritional status plays a very important role in the prevention and treatment of contagious and non-contagious diseases. In the frame of a health contingency, the use of strategies that strengthen our nutritional status and immune system is essential. No one knows how long these virus security measures will take, but there is a perfect time to protect and improve your health while practicing social distancing.

A healthy diet is especially important to keep your immune system in top condition Here are some steps you can take to eat healthy in the (COVID-19)

Good nutrition is always important, but during this pandemic, it’s even more important because a well-balanced diet of nutritious foods helps support a strong immune system.

When it’s time to go grocery shopping, a little planning can help you get in and out of the store quickly. Prepare a shopping list that will cover you and everyone in your household for two weeks, and resist the urge to buy in much larger quantities. Buying more than you need means less for others and possibly unnecessary food waste.

With fresh foods, buy a variety in quantities that you would normally buy. Plan for a mix of fresh, frozen (meats, vegetables, fruits and breads), and shelf-stable foods (pastas, rice, legumes, nut butters, and dried and canned goods). Eat fresh food first, and stock your freezer and pantry with items you can eat in the second week and beyond.

If you don’t want to risk being around others at the supermarket, buying food online and having it delivered is another option, as is curbside pickup, which some local supermarkets are offering. Our region also has a variety of community-supported agriculture systems, where small farmers sell directly to consumers and through food boxes delivered to homes. This is a great way to support local farmers while getting the freshest possible food for your family.

Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, which are rich in vitamins and minerals as well as fiber. Frozen or canned fruits and vegetables also contain vitamins and minerals, although the processing of these products sometimes adds ingredients such as sugar, salt or preservatives. Be sure to read the labels so you can choose what’s best for you and your family.

Consume a diet rich in whole grains, nuts and healthy fats such as in olive, sesame, peanut or other oils rich in unsaturated fatty acids. These foods help to support your immune system.

It’s tempting to reach for comfort food when we’re stressed, and that’s okay once in a while. But don’t make it a habit because many of these foods, such as mac and cheese, pizza, and burgers and fries, are high in fat, sugar and salt. Read food labels so you can be informed about the nutritional value of the foods you’re buying, serving to your family and eating.

Drink water regularly. Staying well hydrated also helps your immune system. Stick with plain water instead of sugar-sweetened beverages to cut down on empty calories.

During these challenging times, it can also be tempting to cope by reaching for an alcoholic drink. If you drink alcohol, do so only in moderation. Alcoholic beverages have little nutritional value and are often high in calories, and excess consumption of alcohol is linked to numerous health problems.

Some steps you can take to eat Healthy Supplements in the (COVID-19)

1. Minimize your visits to the supermarket during the pandemic and eat healthy.

2. Clean your hands and the handle of the shopping cart at the grocery store.

3. Plan what you are going to buy. Make a shopping list, taking into account what your family likes and cooking methods.

4. Include your children in meal planning, preparation, and cleaning.

5. Limit impulse purchases of treats like chips, soda, cookies, ice cream, because they are high in empty calories and increase your grocery bill.

6. Consider low-cost alternatives. For example, instead of buying pre-made hummus, make your own by pureeing a drained can of chickpeas.

7. Check the expiration date of the products before purchasing.

8. Try some new recipes. Have you ever made homemade pizza, roasted a whole chicken, or cooked meatballs from scratch? There are many great recipes on the internet! Look for those that need only a few ingredients and use common kitchen tools.

9. Keep in mind the basic foods that we must have at home to achieve a balanced diet that will keep our bodies strong.

10. Arrange the cupboard and refrigerator with the FIFO method (‘first in, first out’) to avoid spoiling or using out-of-date foods.

11. Stay hydrated. Drink at least two liters a day and promote physical activity at home.

12. Practice positive stress management strategies like staying busy and engaged, enjoying your hobbies, reading, cooking, making videos with your kids, starting a scrapbook, helping your kids with their virtual school assignments, and keeping in touch with family members.

13. Share meals together with your family at the table. Enjoy the moment.

14. Think positive! Mindset is vital to overcome this pandemic in a physically and mentally healthy way.

Remember these vitamins!!

Thanks for the attention hope this article will help u all so stay healthy and eat healthy food supplements.

Reference taken from WHO guidelines.

Written By:

Priyanka Massey

Certified Infection Control Nurse

Professional Trainer.

Ingenious Health Care Consultants Pvt.Ltd.

Tele-Medicine During Covid-19

Tele-Medicine During COVID-19

As the COVID-19 virus break all the healthcare system, Tele-medicine is stepping up into the spotlight and helping healthcare provider organizations and caregivers better respond to the needs of Americans who have contracted the virus and Americans who need to touch base with their providers on the status of their health.

Tele-medicine is making a very positive contribution to healthcare during the pandemic, and is being used in a variety of ways. But tele health technologies do have certain limitations when it comes to treating patients during a pandemic. Further, there is a chance Tele-medicine could add to hospitals being overwhelmed, unless it’s used well. But hospitals are learning to adapt to Tele-health during a pandemic.

About Tele-medicine

Tele-medicine (also referred to as "telehealth" or "e-health") allows health care professionals to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients in remote locations using telecommunications technology. Tele-medicine allows patients in remote locations to access medical expertise quickly, efficiently and without travel.

How Tele-medicine is being used in the context of COVID-19 for common people?

During this Global pandemic, Tele-health is emerging as an effective and sustainable solution for precaution, prevention and treatment to stem the spread of COVID-19.

Tele-health is bridging the gap between people, physicians and health systems, enabling everyone, especially symptomatic patients, to stay at home and communicate with physicians through virtual channels, helping to reduce the spread of the virus to mass populations and the medical staff on the front lines, Critically, hospitals are quickly adopting Tele-health to treat quarantined patients infected with COVID-19

“In addition, the CDC is urging the public and medical staff to use Tele health solutions for non-urgent communication in an effort to reduce the pressures facing emergency rooms and clinics,” he explained. “By deploying Tele health solutions and programs, people who are suffering from other medical ailments during this time can receive care from home, without entering medical facilities, minimizing their risk of contracting the virus.”

Minimizing risk to healthcare workers

The primary care physicians are working tirelessly in the front lines at ground zero, Now they able to divide the patients into the at-risk and not-at-risk groups. Appropriate measures can then be taken to minimize the risks to healthcare workers and patients. The right actions can then be taken for the patients who have been pre-screened, saving precious time and minimizing risks of transmission to all.

Many chronic patients can from home have scheduled Tele consultations to avoid face-to-face clinic visits and hence minimize their risks of exposure to COVID-19, he added.

Limitations to Tele-health from COVID-19

Tele-medicine can be a tool for managing COVID19, However, there is one glaring disconnect that must resolve the clinical symptom's as well the other suspended OPD during this pandemic.

The basis for out-of-hospital management is testing,” he said. “The linchpin of management of a pandemic is widespread testing and conventional tele medicine today may not offer that. Perhaps a ‘crisis-based’ evolution of tele-medicine can help find local testing centers and also manage the flow of patients seeking a test.

With respect to COVID19, the data suggests that most people will have a mild infection and the clinical course will be unremarkable. In these instances, tele-medicine may not really be all that necessary.

However, for a smaller subset of higher risk patients, the clinical course may not be consistent with conventional tele-medicine,” he explained. “These patients often present with a more serious condition that results in rapid decompensation and requires hospitalization. The reality might be that for COVID19, tele-medicine as it exists now, needs to be modified to help manage early testing, diagnosis and triage for those who may require in-patient care.

Not yet equipped for Tele-medicine OPD

The most significant limitation to tele-health use in the COVID-19 response right now is that while some hospitals and large physician practices are equipped to deliver care in this way, most hospitals and private practices are not, said to go in OPD's.

Tele-medicine hasn’t traditionally been used in response to public health crises, but that is changing with COVID-19,” he said. “I’m encouraged that government and private insurance companies are making policy changes to promote its use. The CDC is calling for healthcare facilities to adopt Tele-medicine to protect patients and staff, and many large hospitals are racing to implement and scale up these capabilities at their front lines.

                                 

Actually reducing the burden of Hospitals

Actually, Tele-medicine is reducing the burden on hospitals as they deal with the spread of COVID-19 and the associated increased caseload Although some doctors are now required to dedicate time to screening patients via Tele-medicine while maintaining treatment of other patients, they would be doing that at the time of selected hours of Tele-medicine.

It’s worth noting that hospitals have varying capacities for deploying Tele-medicine right now, but those that are able to offer Tele-health services to any degree are seeing benefits Even something as basic as using the online waiting room features keeps patients from piling up in close proximity to one another while they wait for their exams in person, so that’s all proving to be a great help in flattening the curve and alleviating the overall burden on all hospitals.

How are hospitals adapting to Tele-medicine during the pandemic?

Hospitals routinely prepare for crises, but they have not really leveraged Tele-health technologies in the past so this time hospitals also adapting this practice of Tele-medicine.

As the healthcare system grapples with COVID-19, however, we see more and more hospitals adopt these technologies to limit exposure at the front lines, and to protect staff as well as other patients Hospitals that choose well will find that the benefits of Tele-health extend beyond this current public health need – because other crises will surely come.

Benefits of tele-medicine

A tele-medicine technology and services vendor, reports that healthcare is seeing a surge of direct-to-consumer tele-medicine providers operating at a large scale helping to provide care to patients who might be wondering if they need care after exhibiting potential symptoms associated with the novel corona virus.

Simultaneously we’re also seeing a rapidly increasing need for on-demand acute care via tele-medicine,” he said. “This includes ICU programs offering intensive care for the most critical patients. However, tele-triage is exploding in terms of the number of use-cases that involves determining when a patient presents in the emergency department whether they need to be issued a bed or if they can be seen in another area within the hospital in order to keep the patient safe and to reduce potential exposures.

This helps to limit providers’ exposure to the virus and other infectious diseases.

Conclusion

Tele-medicine is such a perfect, ready-made solution to addressing COVID-19 that it wouldn’t make sense not to use it, and plenty of hospitals are making efforts to grow their Tele-health services to better serve patients during this time.

Thanks for the attention  hope this article will help you all and if you all are waiting to subside all the situation of this pandemic so don't wait for ongoing O.P.D directly contact to the hospitals for tele-medicine services in their hospitals for your health concerns this is the best option during this situation stay at your home and be safe.

                      

Written By:

Priyanka Massey

Certified Infection Control Nurse

Professional Trainer

Ingenious Health Care Consultants Pvt.Ltd

DETOXIFICATION

 

DETOXIFICATION

Introduction

Detoxification or detoxication (detox for short) is the physiological or medicinal removal of toxic substances from a living organism, including the human body, which is mainly carried out by the liver.

It typically implies following a specific diet or using special products that claim to rid your body of toxins, thereby improving health and promoting weight loss.

Fortunately, your body is well-equipped to eliminate toxins and doesn’t require special diets or expensive supplements to do so.

Detox diets are said to eliminate toxins, in turn improving health and promoting weight loss.

But these diets while seductive aren’t needed as the body has its own, highly efficient detoxification system.

So, we can enhance our body’s natural detoxification system and improve our overall health by staying hydrated, consuming less salt, getting active, and following an antioxidant-rich diet.

How the detoxification work?

Basically, detoxification means cleansing the blood this is done by removing impurities from the blood in the liver, where toxins are processed for elimination the body also eliminates toxins through the kidneys, intestines, lungs, lymphatic system, and skin. However, when these systems are compromised, impurities aren't properly filtered and the body is adversely affected.

A detox program can help the body's natural cleansing process by:

Resting the organs through fasting.

Stimulating the liver to drive toxins from the body.

Promoting elimination through the intestines, kidneys, and skin.

Improving circulation of the blood.

Refueling the body with healthy nutrients.

"Detoxification works because it addresses the needs of individual cells, the smallest units of human life."

How do we know if we need to Detoxify?

Medical treatment and Ayurveda suggests that everyone should detox at least once a year. However, cautions against detoxing for nursing mothers, children, and patients with chronic degenerative diseases, cancer or tuberculosis. Consult your healthcare practitioner if you have questions about whether detoxing is right for you.

Today, with more toxins in the environment than ever, "it's critical to detox," if got symptoms from prolonged time like:

1.Unexplained fatigue

2.Sluggish elimination

3.Irritated skin

4.Allergies

5.Low-grade infection

6.Puffy eyes or bags under the eyes

7.Bloating

8.Menstrual problems

9.Mental confusion

How do we start Detoxification?

First, lighten up your toxin load. Eliminate alcohol, coffee, cigarettes, refined sugars, and saturated fats, all of which act as toxins in the body and are obstacles to your healing process. Also, minimize use of chemical-based household cleaners and personal health care products (cleansers, shampoos, deodorants, and toothpastes), and substitute natural alternatives.

Another hindrance to good health is stress, which triggers your body to release stress hormones into your system. While these hormones can provide the "adrenaline rush" to win a race or meet a deadline, in large amounts they create toxins and slow down detoxification enzymes in the liver. Yoga, Ongoing and meditation are simple and effective ways to relieve stress by resetting your physical and mental reactions to the inevitable stress life will bring. 

About Detoxification Program 

There are many detoxification programs and detox recipes, depending on your individual needs Many programs follow a seven-day schedule because, as per the recommendations takes the body time to clean the blood these program involves fasting on liquids for two days, followed by a carefully planned five-day detox diet to allow the digestive system to rest. Recommends says a three- to seven-day juice fast (drinking only fresh fruit and vegetable juices and water) as an effective way to release toxins.

Here are five detox diets:

Simple Fruit and Veggie Detox

Smoothie Cleanse

Juice Cleanse

Sugar Detox

Hypoallergenic Detox

                  

TOP 10 WAYS TO HELP BODY DETOXIFICATION

After a detoxification program, you can cleanse your body daily with these diet supplements and lifestyle practices:

1.Eat plenty of fiber, including brown rice and organically grown fresh fruits and vegetables. Beets, radishes, artichokes, cabbage, broccoli, spirulina, chlorella, and seaweed are excellent detoxifying foods.

2.Cleanse and protect the liver by taking herbs such as dandelion root, burdock, and milk thistle, and drinking green tea.

3.Take vitamin C, which helps the body produce glutathione, a liver compound that drives away toxins.

4.Drink at least two quarts of water a day, made easy by bringing  Stainless Steel Wide Mouth Water Bottle with you everywhere you go!

5.Breathe deeply to allow oxygen to circulate more completely through your system.

6.Transform stress by emphasizing positive emotions.

7.Practice hydrotherapy by taking a very hot shower for five minutes, allowing the water to run on your back Follow with cold water for 30 seconds. Do this three times, and then get into bed for 30 minutes.

8.Sweat in a sauna so your body can eliminate waste through perspiration.

9.Dry-brush your skin or try detox foot spas/foot baths to remove toxins through your pores. Special brushes are available at natural products stores.

10.Most important way to detoxify Exercise ,Yoga or jump-roping are good One hour every  day also try Ongoing, a martial arts based exercise system that includes exercises specifically for detoxifying or cleansing, as well as many other exercises with specific health benefits.

Conclusion

Consult your doctor before using any health treatment, including herbal supplements and natural remedies, and tell your doctor if you have a serious medical condition or are taking any medications. The information presented here is for educational purposes only and is in no way intended as substitute for medical counseling.

                          

Thanks for your attention hope my this article will help you all.

Reference taken from Health line.

Written By:

Priyanka Massey

Certified Infection Control Nurse

Professional Trainer.

Ingenious Health Care Consultants Pvt. Ltd.

How To Get Success in Health Care Industry

  

   

What is Health Care Industry?

The healthcare industry is an aggregation and integration of sectors within the economic system that provides goods and services to treat patients with curative, preventive, rehabilitative, and palliative care health care industry Comprises of providers of diagnostic, preventive, remedial, and therapeutic services such as doctors, nurses, hospitals and other private, public, and voluntary organizations. It also includes medical equipment and pharmaceutical manufacturers and health insurance firms.

Every industry has its own unique challenges and if one is aware of the pitfalls that they can face, it’s possible to have a smooth road to the finish line. The medical industry is particularly challenging but it is also extremely rewarding for those willing to take the risks that it involves. The following are a few words of advice for the unwary traveler on how to succeed in the medical industry:

Medical Industry Segments.

Each industry has its own segments that cover various functions of that particular industry. The joint result of all those segments makes up one industry. For example, the medical industry will include clinical, laboratory, office, etc. This is important to pay attention to since you need to identify which faction of the industry your skill sets belong to.

One skill set will not fill all areas of the healthcare field and hopefully, you have already identified your segment. If you haven’t figured out where in the healthcare industry you want to be don’t worry you’ll just have to do research about the healthcare industry segments!

Understand the segments before you enter in health care Industry.

There’s a good chance that you might be anxious to get your feet wet in the industry. However, before you jump in, try to take some time out to test the waters first before you do anything rash. Market research plays a huge role in making sure that you pick the right option for you.

Furthermore, make sure to identify all the problems that a particular segment showcases. What might be doable for the clinical segment will not be doable for laboratory work, and vice versa. By taking the time to understand the challenges, you’re only helping give yourself a head’s up to better prepare yourself.

What is the role of Hospitals?

The hospitals are sub-sector part of the health care and social assistance sector Industries in the Hospitals sub-sector provide medical, diagnostic, and treatment services that include physician, nursing, and other health services to inpatients and the specialized accommodation services required by Inpatients.

How can we get success in health care sector?

The healthcare industry is one that can be incredibly rewarding, but it is also an industry that can be challenging to succeed in. Healthcare is competitive because it can bring so many benefits, and you get to make a positive difference to the world, but this does mean that it is challenging to stand out from the crowd and progress your career. Not only this, as such a demanding and stressful field, many people also find that it is hard to manage at times, so it is essential to know how you can look after yourself. Read on for a few tips on how to succeed in this industry. 

Develop Positive Relationships 

Although competitive, there is a strong support network in healthcare, and you must forge strong connections with everyone that you work with. This can help to provide support while also helping you to build a positive reputation, which will be vital for providing new opportunities and impressing your superiors.

Network Constantly 

Following this, you must also make sure that you are continually developing your professional network for new opportunities and to build your professional reputation. You can network while you are at work as well as at industry events and online on social media. 

Be Passionate 

As with most industries, you will be able to perform to a high level while also impressing those around you simply by being passionate about what you do. Taking on extra work, going the extra mile for patients, supporting your coworkers, and having a positive attitude will all help you to succeed and stand out from the crowd. 

Gain Extra Qualifications

To climb the ladder in your field, it is likely that you will have to continue to study. This is easier than ever in today’s day and age as you can study online at places which can make it easier to work while you study and earn a qualification that will help you to advance your career. 

Use Time Off Effectively 

As mentioned, many people struggle in healthcare because it can be so demanding and stressful at times. This means that you need to know how to use your time off effectively and ensure that you are de-stressing, getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and spending time with loved ones. Planning in advance is the best way to do this and then being strict with your time. 

Stay Current 

Healthcare is an industry that is continuously changing with new medicines, procedures, trends, and technologies. Therefore, it is essential to stay current so that you can excel in your role, adapt to changes in the workplace, and show that you are committed to your career. A few ways to do this include reading medical journals, research online, attending industry events, and networking. 

Conclusion 

These tips should help anyone working in the healthcare industry to find success in their role, stand out from the crowd, and develop their career. Healthcare is a great industry to work in, but it can also be challenging, demanding, and competitive.

Thanks for the attention my this article is specially for those who wanted to join health care Industry.

Written By:

Priyanka Massey

Certified Infection Control Nurse 

Professional Trainer

Ingenious Healthcare Consultants Pvt.Ltd.

Medical Terminology

                               

What is Medical Terminology?

Medical terminology is a system of words that are used to describe specific medical aspects and diseases its a language used to precisely describe the human body including its components, processes, conditions affecting it, and procedures performed upon it. The roots, prefixes and suffixes are often derived from Greek or Latin, and often quite dissimilar from their English-language variants.

Medical terminology is also employed when describing diseases or procedures. As an example, review acute pancreatitis in the posterior portion of the organ.

The root (pancrea-) indicates the organ of involvement, the pancreas. The suffix (-itis) indicates an inflammation. Acute denotes a rapid onset, as contrasted to chronic which is of long duration. Posterior refers to the portion of the pancreas that is to the rear of the body. This portion of the organ is also called the head of the pancreas.

This illustrates another important aspect of medical terminology, that there is frequently more than one way to accurately describe a location or structure.

What is the Importance of Medical Terminology?

Medical terminology allows all medical professionals to understand each other and communicate effectively where everyone understands what a condition, medicine, or procedure is, they are able to fulfill their roles accordingly, whether that is delivering medicine or billing for a medicine.

Where does the Medical terminology comes from?

Medical terminology originated during the Renaissance when the discipline of anatomy begin. Practicing in Italian medical schools, early anatomists and physicians used Latin to describe various parts of the anatomy. These naming conventions have remained in place to current day all the medical professional are using presently to communicate effectively in their field.

Important Medical Terms You Need to Know 

These medical terms will keep you informed not only in daily conversation but in situations when they matter most word cloud of medical terms.

Have you and your family ever been suffer from any illness and hospitalized Of course you heard  these terms but maybe that time you don't know these terms.

Have you ever been watching a live sporting event when an athlete suddenly left the game due to injury? Of course you have. The media coverage goes to commercial and at the first glance of a medical update, the sports broadcaster is back on live TV saying something about a “contusion” or “abrasion.”

One of two things usually happens from there. One, you may think it’s ridiculous that the media referred to a bruise as a contusion, or a scrape as an abrasion. Two, this may actually pique a desire in you to learn some medical vocabulary. For most of us, it’s probably the first.

It's helpful to know commonly used medical terms, so I compiled a list of 25 that will surely get help you out next time you’re at the doctor’s office.

Top 25 medical terms to know

 

Benign: Not cancerous

Malignant: Cancerous

Anti-inflammatory: Reduces swelling, pain, and soreness (such as ibuprofen or naproxen)

Body Mass Index (BMI): Body fat measurement based on height and weight

Biopsy: A tissue sample for testing purposes

Hypo-tension: Low blood pressure

Hypertension: High blood pressure

Lesion: Wound, sore, or cut

Noninvasive: Doesn’t require entering the body with instruments; usually simple

Outpatient: Check in and check out the same day without admission

Inpatient: Plan to stay overnight for one or more days with hospital admission

In remission: Disease is not getting worse; not to be confused with being cured

Membrane: Thin layer of pliable tissue that serves as a covering or lining or connection between two structures

Acute: Sudden but usually short (e.g. acute illness)

Angina: Pain in the chest related to the heart that comes and goes

Gastroesophageal Re-flux Disease (GERD): Heartburn

Cellulitis: Inflamed or infected tissue beneath the skin

Epidermis: Outermost layer of skin

Neutrophils: Most common type of white blood cell

Edema: Swelling

Embolism: Blood clot

Sutures: Stitches

Polyp: Mass or growth of thin tissue

Compound fracture: Broken bone that protrudes through the skin

Complicated fracture: Broken bone that shatters into many pieces

Next time you hear one of these terms— Hospitals whether on TV, in a medical environment, or elsewhere—you won’t miss a beat. Just beware, you may be asked to translate for others.

Conclusion- A working knowledge of medical terminology is an absolute necessity for success in any of the medical sciences and It is highly useful for individuals who interact with medical professionals.

Thanks for the attention will try to update you more medical terms in next article.

Written By:

Priyanka Massey

Certified Infection Control Nurse

Professional Trainer

Ingenious Healthcare Consultants Pvt.Ltd.