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Health tip of the day! ๐ฉบ Skip the energy drinks when youโre..
Health tip of the day! ๐ฉบ Skip the energy drinks when youโre feeling tired! โ Energy drinks contain up to five times more caffeine than coffee, but the boost they provide is fleeting and comes with unpleasant side effects like nervousness, irritability, and rapid heartbeat! ๐ซ๐ Plus, energy drinks often contain high levels of taurine, a central nervous system stimulant, and upwards of 50 grams of sugar per can (that's 13 teaspoons worth!). The sweet stuff spikes ๐ฉธ sugar temporarily, only to crash soon after, leaving you slu...
Happy Monday! ๐๐ Got my scrubs on and Iโm ready to take car..
Happy Monday! ๐๐ Got my scrubs on and Iโm ready to take care of you ๐ฅฐ๐คญ Scrubs are important in nursing for many many reasons! ๐ฉบHygiene: Scrubs are designed to be easily laundered and are made from materials that can be disinfected, which helps to reduce the spread of germs and infection in healthcare settings. ๐ฆ ๐ฉบIdentification: Scrubs are often worn by healthcare workers in order to easily identify their roles and responsibilities. Different colors and patterns of scrubs are often used to distinguish between differen...
Happy Sunday โบ๏ธ Wanna come with me to run errands? Hehe ๐ L..
Happy Sunday โบ๏ธ Wanna come with me to run errands? Hehe ๐ Lets go! ๐
I hope you have a great Saturday ๐ฅฐ Xoxo, Your favorite nur..
I hope you have a great Saturday ๐ฅฐ Xoxo, Your favorite nursing student ๐๐
Lets get this weekend started! ๐๐พ What are your plans? Does..
Lets get this weekend started! ๐๐พ What are your plans? Does it include me? Hehe ๐คญ๐
For all my fitness people! ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ Itโs so important to eat be..
For all my fitness people! ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ Itโs so important to eat before a workout! Especially carbs ๐ฅ๐ If you work out on an empty stomach, your body will burn muscle tissue when you run out of energy and not stored body fat!! Eating or drinking carbohydrates before exercise can improve workout performance and may allow you to work out for a longer time or at a higher intensity! ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ๐จ If you don't eat, you might feel sluggish or lightheaded when you exercise and we don't want that! ๐ฅฑโ
Happy Wednesday my favorite little patients! ๐ฉบ Lets chat ab..
Happy Wednesday my favorite little patients! ๐ฉบ Lets chat about your health history ๐๐
IV tubing is a medical device used to administer fluids, med..
IV tubing is a medical device used to administer fluids, medications, and ๐ฉธproducts into a patient's ๐ฉธstream through a vein! Some fun facts about IV tubing: ๐IV tubing was first used in the early 20th century, but it wasn't widely used until the 1930s when plastic tubing became available. ๐IV tubing is available in different colors, making it easy for healthcare professionals to identify different types of fluids being administered. ๐IV tubing can be used to administer fluids at different rates, including a slow "...
Happy Monday from your favorite nursing student! ๐งก๐
Happy Monday from your favorite nursing student! ๐งก๐
Sunday chillin ๐งก I hope you had a lovely weekend! ๐
Sunday chillin ๐งก I hope you had a lovely weekend! ๐
New Year, New goals! โ Grab your pencil & get writing! ๐ SM..
New Year, New goals! โ Grab your pencil & get writing! ๐ SMART goals provide clarity and focus, which helps you to understand what you want to achieve and how you will achieve it! ๐ง Setting measurable and achievable goals can help to increase motivation and engagement, by providing a sense of progress and accomplishment! ๐
Which color is your favorite? ๐ฉบ๐๐๐๐๐งก
Which color is your favorite? ๐ฉบ๐๐๐๐๐งก
Happy Thursday my favorite little patients ๐๐ฉบ All smiles for..
Happy Thursday my favorite little patients ๐๐ฉบ All smiles for you ๐ Lets have a great day!! ๐
My New Yearโs Resolution : Working out EVERY DAY for at leas..
My New Yearโs Resolution : Working out EVERY DAY for at least 30 min! ๐๐๐ผโโ๏ธ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ Whether it be a short walk, or in the gym! Making New Year's resolutions can: ๐Increase motivation and focus, making it easier to make positive changes to your lifestyle. ๐Lead to improved physical health by encouraging regular exercise and healthier eating habits. ๐Help with mental well-being by reducing stress and anxiety through the accomplishment of set goals. ๐Encourage new and healthier habits which can be benef...
My face when you tell me you havenโt scheduled your yearly e..
My face when you tell me you havenโt scheduled your yearly exams yet ๐ Make sure youโre getting all your 2023 exams scheduled in advance! ๐ฉบ๐ฉ๐ผโโ๏ธ Waiting last minute is never fun ๐ค
Are you ready to learn something new? ๐ค๐
Are you ready to learn something new? ๐ค๐
Sundays are my day to do absolutely nothing and I LOVE it ๐ ..
Sundays are my day to do absolutely nothing and I LOVE it ๐ *besides studying for a few hours lol*
New year, new you! โจ๐ Giving you some of mine & @danigirl ..
New year, new you! โจ๐ Giving you some of mine & @danigirl health tips we swear by! ๐๐ฉบ Always take care of yourself! ๐
I know you wish you were Skully ๐๐
I know you wish you were Skully ๐๐
Agar plate fun ๐ฆ ๐ฉบ๐ฉ๐ผโโ๏ธ Agar plates are a type of petri dish..
Agar plate fun ๐ฆ ๐ฉบ๐ฉ๐ผโโ๏ธ Agar plates are a type of petri dish that contain a solid growth medium made of agar, a gelatinous substance derived from seaweed! They are used to culture microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi ๐ฆ ๐งซ In the lab, agar plates are used to isolate and grow pure cultures of microorganisms for various purposes, including research, quality control, and the production of pharmaceuticals and other products! ๐
Mental health is just as important as physical health, and m..
Mental health is just as important as physical health, and mental health problems are common and treatable ๐ซ The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization that It is dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of psychology to benefit society and improve people's lives! โค๏ธโ๐ฉน Poor mental health can have negative impacts on physical health, and vice versa. It is important to seek help if you are experiencing mental health problems, as early intervention can lead to better outcomes. The...
Health fact Tuesday! ๐ฉบ๐ฉ๐ผโโ๏ธ ๐ฉบThe average person sheds about..
Health fact Tuesday! ๐ฉบ๐ฉ๐ผโโ๏ธ ๐ฉบThe average person sheds about 600,000 particles of skin every hour. ๐ฉบThe average person blinks about 15 times per minute. ๐ฉบThe human nose can detect over 1 trillion different smells. ๐ฉบ The human eye can detect over 10 million colors. The more you know ๐ค
A big boy ๐๐ A bolus syringe is a type of syringe that is u..
A big boy ๐๐ A bolus syringe is a type of syringe that is used to administer a single, large dose of medication or other fluid. It is often used in emergency situations where a quick and large dose of medication is needed, such as during a heart attack or severe allergic reaction! โค๏ธโ๐ฉน Bolus syringes typically have a larger capacity than standard syringes, ranging from 10 mL to 60 mL or more โ๏ธ To use a bolus syringe, the healthcare provider or caregiver will first fill the syringe with the prescribed medication or fluid. ...
Ready for a cozy 2023 ๐โฅ๏ธ๐งธ
Ready for a cozy 2023 ๐โฅ๏ธ๐งธ
Happy New Yearโs Eve! ๐๐ I hope you end the year with lots ..
Happy New Yearโs Eve! ๐๐ I hope you end the year with lots of laughs, smiles & drinks ๐๐พ๐๐ฅณ
Refreshing my mind before my New Years festivities this week..
Refreshing my mind before my New Years festivities this weekend ๐พ๐ What are your plans?! ๐
A tourniquet is a device that is used to constrict ๐ฉธflow to ..
A tourniquet is a device that is used to constrict ๐ฉธflow to a specific part of the body, typically a limb. Now letโs talk about how to properly use one โผ๏ธ ๐ฉบ Place the tourniquet around the limb, about 2-4 inches above the wound or injury. ๐ฉบTighten the tourniquet until the ๐ฉธ stops. It is important to stop the ๐ฉธ as quickly as possible, but be aware that the tourniquet should not be left on for more than two hours to avoid damage to the limb. ๐ฉบSecure the tourniquet in place with a knot or a clip to prevent it from slipp...
Some interesting health facts for you today ๐ฉบ: The average..
Some interesting health facts for you today ๐ฉบ: The average person has about 100,000 hairs on their head ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ The human nose can detect over 1 trillion different scents ๐๐ป The average person spends about a third of their life sleeping ๐ด๐ค The average person has about 100,000 miles of ๐ฉธvessels in their body The human brain is about 75% water ๐ง ๐ง The surface area of the lungs is about the same as a tennis court ๐ซ The human body contains enough fat to make seven bars of soap ๐งผ The average person pro...
Happy Tuesday ๐๐ I hope you have a wonderful day! ๐๐ฉบ
Happy Tuesday ๐๐ I hope you have a wonderful day! ๐๐ฉบ
Safety first, always! ๐ฉบ๐ฉนโค๏ธโ๐ฉน A basic first aid kit should c..
Safety first, always! ๐ฉบ๐ฉนโค๏ธโ๐ฉน A basic first aid kit should contain the following items: โค๏ธโ๐ฉนAdhesive bandages in various sizes โค๏ธโ๐ฉนAntiseptic wipes or solution โค๏ธโ๐ฉนGauze pads โค๏ธโ๐ฉนAdhesive tape โค๏ธโ๐ฉนScissors โค๏ธโ๐ฉนTweezers โค๏ธโ๐ฉนDisposable gloves โค๏ธโ๐ฉนInstant cold pack โค๏ธโ๐ฉนSplint โค๏ธโ๐ฉนTriangle bandage โค๏ธโ๐ฉนCPR breathing barrier โค๏ธโ๐ฉนThermometer โค๏ธโ๐ฉนOver-the-counter pain medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen
























