Test your knowledge of phlebotomy and the correct order of draw with this interactive quiz. Designed for nursing students, medical assistants, and NCLEX prep, these questions cover essential topics such as lab tube colors, additives, proper inversion techniques, and blood collection order. Understanding these concepts is critical for accurate lab results and safe patient care. […]
Clinical Nursing Skills and Techniques
Clinical nursing skills and techniques: Browse our article database below to find great tips and tutorials for a variety of nursing skills such as giving an injection, putting on sterile gloves, catheter insertion, and much more. These articles and included videos are written to help give practical advice and show common techniques to nursing students, as well as those interested in the nursing profession. These can be a great way to learn how common procedures are performed. If you would like to know more about nursing skills, visit our main nursing skills overview article. To view an individual skill, just browse the articles below.
Insulin Types Quiz for Nursing Students (Onset, Peak, Duration, Mixing & IV Use)
Test your knowledge of insulin types with this multiple-choice quiz designed for nursing students and NCLEX review. This quiz covers onset, peak, duration, mixing rules, IV administration, and key differences between rapid-, short-, intermediate-, and long-acting insulins. Each question includes a clear, simple rationale to help reinforce key concepts. Don’t forget to watch the insulin […]
How to Give a Subcutaneous (SubQ) Lovenox Injection
Administering a subcutaneous injection of Lovenox (enoxaparin) is a common nursing skill, especially for post-surgical patients at risk of developing blood clots. This review breaks down the procedure into simple steps to ensure safe and effective administration. What is Lovenox (Enoxaparin)? Lovenox, also known as enoxaparin, is a low molecular weight heparin (LMWH). It is […]
Understanding Vein Bifurcation: Tips for Safe IV Insertion and Blood Draws
Vein bifurcation is an essential concept every nursing student should understand, especially when learning how to insert IVs or draw blood safely. But what exactly is vein bifurcation, and why does it matter? What Is Vein Bifurcation? Vein bifurcation occurs when a vein splits into two branches. This anatomical feature is common in many areas […]
Brudzinski Sign (Meningitis) Assessment with Memory Trick Nursing
The Brudzinski sign is a classic neurological assessment used by nurses and healthcare professionals to help identify meningitis. This test looks for involuntary movements that occur when the meninges (the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord) are inflamed. How to Assess for the Brudzinski Sign A positive Brudzinski sign occurs when the patient’s […]
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 […]
How Fast Should the Needle Fall When Taking a Blood Pressure?
If you ever try to take a manual blood pressure with an aneroid sphygmomanometer, you may notice that sometimes the needle starts to fall normally, but suddenly, it will stall and bounce in place. Why is that happening? The answer is usually because you aren’t releasing the air from the valve at a proper rate […]
IV Gauges and Colors Chart and Mnemonic
As a nurse, it’s essential to be familiar with the different IV needle gauges and their corresponding colors. This article covers the most common ones you’ll encounter, including their flow rates and clinical uses. I also created a simple nursing mnemonic that can help you remember the main IV gauge colors and sizes. Note: Most […]
IV Catheter Gauges Sizes and Colors Nursing Quiz
This quick quiz is designed to help nurses and nursing students reinforce their knowledge of IV catheter gauge sizes, corresponding colors, and appropriate clinical uses. Knowing the right gauge to choose is essential for safe and effective patient care, especially in emergencies, trauma, or when dealing with fragile veins. Before taking the quiz, you may […]
Breastfeeding Tips 101 for New Moms
After giving birth to your baby, your breasts are already ready to nourish your little one. Throughout your pregnancy, your body has been preparing for this very moment. The first milk your breasts will produce is called colostrum, a unique and highly nutritious liquid that’s essential for your newborn in the early days of life. […]
How to Use a Tourniquet for Blood Draws
Tourniquets are used by nurses and other healthcare professionals when performing phlebotomy, such as lab draws or blood donations, as well as when starting IVs. Tourniquets are used to help make the veins more visible or palpable, and in the case of blood donation, they can also add venous pressure to allow the blood donation […]
Modified Allen Test Steps
This review will cover the modified Allen test. The modified Allen test is performed before collecting an arterial blood gas (ABG) on the radial artery. An arterial blood gas, sometimes referred to as an ABG, is a blood test collected from an artery that assesses the oxygenation and acid-base balance of a patient. The blood […]
Male Foley Indwelling Catheter Insertion | How to Insert a Catheter
In this review, I will demonstrate how to insert an indwelling Foley catheter in a male patient. First, confirm that you have an order for the procedure, then verify the patient rights to ensure you have the correct patient and are performing the right procedure. Next, educate the patient about what will happen and answer […]
IV Insertion Mistakes to Avoid
Here are some of the most common mistakes nurses make when starting IVs. The first mistake is failing to anchor the vein. Anytime you start an IV or even draw blood, you should anchor the vein. The reason is that when you apply pressure with the needle, if the vein is not secured, it can […]
Ratio and Proportion Method Dosage Calculations
In this review, I’m going to show you how to solve dosage calculations using the ratio and proportion method. In my dosage calculations videos, I have used various methods like dimensional analysis and the desired over have formula method, but today we’re going to concentrate on the ratio and proportion method. With this method, you’re […]
5-Lead ECG/EKG Electrode Placement
To demonstrate the placement of a five-lead ECG, you will need the following supplies: five electrodes, alcohol prep pads, abrasive tape, and some hair trimmers if there is excessive hair. It is important to ensure that your patient is positioned properly; the best position is supine, meaning they should lie flat on their back. However, […]
How To Check Blood Sugar with a Glucometer
If you want to check your blood sugar at home, this quick tutorial will demonstrate the key steps involved. Before you begin, it’s important to always read and follow the glucometer’s instructions and/or your healthcare facility’s protocols. Each meter is different in the steps required to perform the procedure, including collecting the sample, using the […]
Tonsil Stones: Removal, Symptoms, Treatment
Tonsil stones, also called tonsiloliths, are compacted stone-like masses that can form in the crypts and crevices of the tonsils. If you have large tonsils, you’ll probably have large crypts, too, which can harbor bacteria, food, and other substances that may eventually form into a tonsil stone. Tonsil stones are quite common, but they sometimes […]
How to Remove Foley Catheter (Female)
Before removing a Foley catheter, it is crucial to explain to the patient the steps involved in the process and reassure them that it is a simple procedure compared to the Foley catheter insertion. After confirming the doctor’s order for removal and ensuring the patient’s rights, gather all necessary supplies, including: Before Catheter Removal: Perform […]
Patient Positioning Quiz
Patient positioning quiz for nursing student preparing for the next generation NCLEX (NGN). It’s important to be familiar with various patient positioning techniques and the problems can that arise from these positions. In this quiz, you will have to identify the patient positions, what they are used for, and complications from these positions. Don’t forget […]
Peri-care (Perineal) and Catheter Care Female Patient
This article will review how to perform peri-care (perineal care) on a female patient with a Foley catheter. For a complete demonstration on this nursing procedure, you can watch the video below: Perineal and catheter care are an important part of patient care. This helps maintain the patient’s personal hygiene and decreases the risk of […]
Foley Catheter Mistakes to Avoid as a New Nurse
Foley catheters help patients drain urine, and as a nurse, this is a common skill you may perform. However, Foley catheters are a pretty big deal. If you don’t keep things sterile and insert properly, you can cause infection or damage to the patients genitals or urinary tract area. This video covers some common mistakes […]
Foley Catheter Kit Setup
When inserting an indwelling Foley catheter in a patient, there are several steps you must follow to maintain a sterile field. In this article (and video), I’ll give you some quick tips on setting up your Foley catheter kit, and detail the supplies that are often included in popular kits that are used by many […]
How to Secure a Foley Catheter | StatLock Stabilization Device
After inserting an indwelling Foley catheter in a patient, you’ll want to secure the catheter tubing to help prevent unnecessary movement or tension. One popular device used to do this is the StatLock stabilization device. This device is often included in popular Foley catheter kits, such as Bard’s SureStep Foley Tray System, and they make […]
How to Anchor Veins
One of the most important things you can do before starting an IV or drawing blood (venipuncture) is to properly anchor the vein you are about to stick. Anchoring the vein will help prevent it from moving (or rolling) as you attempt to penetrate it with the needle, and in the article and video, I’m […]
How to Measure Body Fat Percentage Using Skinfold Calipers
Many people talk about body fat percentage, but how you do actually measure body fat percentage? In this article and video, I’m going to demonstrate how to measure body fat percentage on an adult male by using skinfold calipers to measure the skinfold thickness at various sites of the body. The skinfold thickness measurement is […]
Capillary Refill Time
The capillary refill test, also called capillary refill time (CRT) or nail blanch test, is a technique that nurses use to assess for peripheral perfusion or dehydration in patients. How is the Capillary Refill Test Performed? Nurses typically perform the capillary refill test by pressing on the nail plate or the pad of a digit […]
How to Take Blood Pressure Manually | Clinical Nursing Skills
Learn how to take a manual blood pressure! As a nurse or healthcare professional, it is essential that you know how to take a manual blood pressure, and many nursing students must pass a blood pressure measurement skills check-off in nursing school. The manual blood pressure reading is obtained with a sphygmomanometer (aneroid manometer gauge […]
Oral Liquid Medication Administration
Oral liquid medication administration is one medication route that nurses use when administering medications to patients. In addition, nursing schools may require nursing students to perform a skills check-off on this technique. While you should always verify the specific protocols for your facility or nursing school before administering medications, these general tips can help you […]
Buccal Administration Route
The buccal route is a medication route that nurses can use to administer certain medications. Although this is not used as commonly as other medication routes, there are a few things to consider when giving a medication via the buccal route. What is the Buccal Route? What is the buccal route? The word buccal (pronounced […]
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