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HOW TO EASILY PASS THE TNCC

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 16:14:19 +0000

Trauma is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, especially in high-risk situations such as motor vehicle accidents, natural disasters, and violent crimes. In these situations, nurses are often the first responders, and their ability to act quickly and efficiently can make all the difference in saving lives. This is why the TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) training is necessary for all RNs.

The TNCC course is designed to provide RNs with specialized knowledge and skills necessary for managing trauma patients. It teaches the latest evidence-based practices in trauma care and equips RNs to recognize and treat life-threatening injuries with accuracy. Passing the TNCC exam can be challenging, but with proper preparation and study techniques, you can improve your chances of passing the exam with ease. In this blog post, we will provide you with some tips on how to easily pass the TNCC.

1. Attend the TNCC Course: The first and most important step to easily pass the TNCC is to attend the course. The course is designed to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills required to pass the exam. It also includes a pre-course study guide that you should complete before attending the course.

2. Review the Study Guide: After attending the course, review the study guide to refresh your memory on the concepts covered in the course. Focus on the areas where you feel you need more practice.

3. Practice Scenarios: The TNCC exam is scenario-based, and the best way to prepare for it is by practicing scenarios. You can practice scenarios with your colleagues, or use online resources to practice. The more scenarios you practice, the more comfortable you will be in the exam.

4. Understand the Algorithms: The TNCC exam includes various algorithms for different scenarios. Ensure that you understand the algorithms thoroughly to know the correct steps to take in different situations.

5. Take Mock Exams: Mock exams are an excellent way to assess your readiness for the TNCC exam. There are many online resources that provide mock exams that are similar to the TNCC exam. Taking these exams will help you identify areas where you need to improve.

6. Time Management: Time management is crucial in the TNCC exam. Ensure that you are familiar with the exam's time limits and practice answering questions within the set timeframe.

7. Stay Calm and Focused: During the exam, it is essential to stay calm and focused. Take deep breaths, read the questions carefully, and answer the questions to the best of your knowledge.

In conclusion, passing the TNCC exam requires proper preparation and study techniques. Attend the TNCC course, review the study guide, practice scenarios, understand the algorithms, take mock exams, manage your time, and remain calm and focused during the exam. With these tips, you can easily pass the TNCC and level up your nursing career.

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Working Healthcare Student Burnout

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 21:02:17 +0000

Burnout

Being a student and having a job to maintain yourself while trying to strive academic achievements, maintaining a social life, and preserving your lifestyle is quite difficult. I’ve been a student for almost 2 years in a Master of Respiratory Care program in a pandemic world where I must complete 3 days of 12 hour shifts with no compensation plus academic work. Luckily, I do have a job that has allowed me to be flexible and still have an income.

Sadly, due to constant clinical hours and little to no time for my job + social activities + family time+ relationships… As a student, the hard reality is that we go through burnout and not everyone talks about it. We sacrifice days and we miss out on important holidays at times due to our hectic schedules. We soak in every ounce of free time due to the constant need to be working or studying. Burnout is real, and it’s even more real as a student trying to maintain everything organized and done perfectly.

I’ve been trying to combat burnout especially at the near end of my program and it has been a struggle. I officially graduate in August and battling the schoolwork, being a good employee and a good daughter, girlfriend, and everything else has stressed me so much out. I cannot imagine those with families or those who live far away from home…

Here are a few tips that have gotten me out of burnout:

1.Ask your boss for a week off! We all need a mental break and I’ve been grateful to have the opportunity to have one thing less off my plate.

2.Go out for lunch or dinner! We suffer from doing 12 long clinical shifts, a dinner with a friend or SO can take the stress off even for a couple hours!

3.Give yourself ONE day. One day to reset, relax and reconvene.

4.Have a million things to do but don’t know where to start? Just complete ONE task. Give yourself that time to tackle ONE task and tomorrow we could always get back to our routine.

5.Organize your routine! I was all over the place. I needed structure and implementing a planner in my life became a life saver. Time management became my biggest enemy during the course of my 2-year program.

6.Pause for a second and remember WHY we are in healthcare, why we chose this route, why we’re doing this. We started this journey in saving lives. So, let’s enjoy the skills we have learned and have satisfaction that you have valuable knowledge.

I would love to hear your stories on how you got through your program. Tell us! If you have any more tips/tricks for student burnout? Comment down below!

See ya next week! :)

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NRP Education Today!

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 20:48:47 +0000

8th Edition Updates:

There are lots of changes in store for 2022! One of them is the AAP's NRP 8th edition material. Below is a good breakdown of these changes:

Table 1: Overview of NRP 8th Edition Practice Changes

Change	NRP 7th Edition	NRP 8th Edition
Umbilical cord management plan added to 4 pre- birth questions, replacing “How many babies?”	The 4 pre-birth questions: (1) Gestational age? (2) Amniotic fluid clear? (3) How many babies? (4) Additional risk factors?	The 4 pre-birth questions: (1) Gestational age? (2) Amniotic fluid clear? (3) Additional risk factors? (4) Umbilical cord management plan?
Initial steps reordered to better reflect common practice.	Initial steps: Warm and maintain normal tempera- ture, position airway, clear secretions if needed, dry, stimulate.	Initial steps: Warm, dry, stimulate, position airway, suction if needed.
An electronic cardiac monitor is recommended earlier in the algorithm	An electronic cardiac monitor is the preferred method for assessing heart rate during cardiac compressions.	When an alternative airway becomes necessary, a cardiac monitor is recommended for the most accurate assessment of the baby’s heart rate.
Epinephrine intravenous/intraosseous (IV/IO) flush volume increased.	Flush IV/IO epinephrine with 0.5 to 1 mL normal saline	Flush IV/IO epinephrine with 3 mL normal saline (applies to all weights and gestational ages)
Epinephrine IV/IO and endotracheal doses have been simplified for educational efficiency. The dosage range is unchanged. The simplified doses (IV/IO and ET) do not represent an endorsement of any particular dose within the recommended dosing range. Additional research is needed.	Range for IV or IO dose = 0.01 - 0.03 mg/kg (equal to 0.1 - 0.3 mL/kg) Range for endotracheal dose = 0.05 - 0.1 mg/kg (equal to 0.5 – 1 mL/kg)	The suggested initial IV or IO dose = 0.02 mg/kg (equal to 0.2 mL/kg) The suggested endotracheal dose (while estab- lishing vascular access) = 0.1 mg/kg (equal to 1 mL/kg)
Expanded timeframe for cessation of resuscitative efforts	If there is a confirmed absence of heart rate after 10 minutes of resuscitation, it is reasonable to stop resuscitative efforts; however, the decision to continue or discontinue should be individualized.	If confirmed absence of HR after all appropriate steps performed, consider cessation of resus- citation efforts around 20 minutes after birth (decision individualized on patient and contextual factors).

IV = intravenous IO = intraosseous ET = endotracheal HR = heart rate

If you are a NICU practitioner, this information is especially useful and not super easy to find on the internet! Let us know if we can help with any of your CPR needs!