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Medicine and Health Science
Vital signs are indicators of basic bodily functions that are periodically measured by healthcare personal to monitor a patient's health. Measuring vital signs is a fundamental clinical skill that every nurse need to master to provide competent patient care.
This program demonstrates and describes how to accurately measure blood pressure and assess pain in a patient.
After completing this course, the learner should be able to:
Explain the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure
Define the blood pressure ranges for each of the four blood pressure classifications
Demonstrate the steps in measuring blood pressure at the brachial artery
Identify 5 characteristics of pain
Identify tools used to assess pain
DVD / 2017 / 16 minutes
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Blood is the elixir of life. With every beat of the heart, blood circulates through the vessels of the body bringing the cells life-sustaining oxygen, nutrients, and hormones while removing waste products that can be toxic. This process continues second after second, minute after minute, day after day throughout life.
This program reviews the anatomic and physiologic considerations related to phlebotomy - the collection of blood - as well as describe the most common blood tests.
After completing this course, the learner should be able to:
Differentiate between the five types of blood vessels
Identify the locations of three preferred sites for venipuncture
Name the three formed elements found in blood
Name the four blood types
List seven common blood tests
DVD / 2015 / 20 minutes
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Phlebotomy is the collection of blood, which is done to assess person's state of health, diagnose pathology, treat certain hematologic diseases, and for the collection of blood products like plasma. It can be performed by many healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, phlebotomists, and other providers.
This program will focus on performing venipuncture, troubleshooting problems with gaining venous access, and common complications. In addition, guidelines for documentation of the procedure will be presented.
After completing this course, the learner should be able to:
Identify the proper labeling used for various blood tests
Describe the preparation procedure before drawing blood
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of several equipment options for phlebotomy
Describe the venipuncture procedure
Explain the Emergency Nurses Association's Clinical Practice Guidelines for taking a blood culture
Describe the solutions to three common problems when performing phlebotomy
List the proper information to include when documenting a blood draw
DVD / 2015 / 30 minutes
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Venipuncture is more than just putting a needle into a patient's arm and drawing blood. Many clients are adults who are in good health, have visible veins, and are unafraid of the procedure to have their blood sample obtained for testing. However, that is not always the case.
This program will focus on special considerations when performing phlebotomy on specific populations, including pediatric patients, the elderly, women who have had mastectomies, patients who are obese, and those who have needle phobia.
After completing this course, the learner should be able to:
Estimate the blood volume of patients in different developmental stages
Describe techniques used to alleviate the stress of venipuncture
Describe common behavioral reactions to venipuncture for children of different ages
Explain the blood collection procedure for newborns, children, and elderly patients
Identify precautions to be taken when drawing blood from women who have had mastectomies and patients who are obese
Describe the proper approach to phlebotomy for patients with belonephobia
DVD / 2015 / 22 minutes
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Bleeding-edge science
This fascinating film sees Michael Mosley put himself through some extreme challenges to discover how our blood protects us from infection, heals us when we're wounded, and powers our lives.
He undergoes experiments including entering a low-oxygen environment to supercharge his blood and boost his physical fitness; poisoning his blood with a vial of viper venom in order to see it clot; doing a state-of-the-art body scan to chart every artery and vein in his body; and going white-water rafting to discover how his blood's defences combat stress.
The programme explores the dark mythology around blood, and meets the scientists on the cusp of discovering whether there's any truth in the 'Dracula myth' - that young blood can reverse the ageing process. Packed with absorbing stories, this is a comprehensive take on a subject that's central to our survival.
Note: This BBC production not available in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Mainland China, Japan, USA, Canada.
DVD / 2015 / 50 minutes
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Bloodborne pathogens are disease-causing germs such as viruses and bacteria carried in the blood that can cause diseases like AIDS and hepatitis B. This program describes common bloodborne pathogens medical assistants should be concerned about, OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens rule, and how to be protected using personal protective equipment (PPE).
After watching this program viewers should be able to:
Name common bloodborne pathogens
Identify body fluids that can carry bloodborne pathogens
Explain the important safety strategies found in both Universal Precautions and Standard Precautions
Describe the use of PPE to prevent the spread of infections
Describe ways to prevent being stuck by needles and sharp objects
Describe what to do in case of being exposed to blood or infectious material
DVD / 2013 / 23 minutes
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Infection control practices in healthcare have changed radically since the advent of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C in the 1980s. While the hazards remain, changes in care practices and protective devices have improved the safety of healthcare professionals against bloodborne pathogens as never before.
This program describes the dangerous bloodborne viruses themselves and how they are transmitted.
After completing this course, the learner should be able to:
Describe the characteristics of HIV and AIDS.
Describe the characteristics of hepatitis B and C.
Describe the sources of transmission of bloodborne infections.
Describe the modes of transmission of bloodborne infections outside theworkplace.
Describe the modes of transmission of bloodborne infections at the workplace.
DVD / 2013 / 16 minutes
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Program describes the tubes and procedures used in blood banks to collect blood samples. Explains proper techniques for sample collection and labeling, and tests performed on the blood. Discusses the consequences of improper handling during collection, transport and centrifugation.
DVD / 2011 / 18 minutes
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Earl Matthew, MD; Ellen Epstein, MS, MT(ATCP); Michelle L. Robertson, RN, BSN, CIC
This program describes the OSHA and state recognized definition of medical wastes and proper disposal, discusses measures utilized to control bloodborne pathogens in healthcare facilities and employee exposure needs, and identifies implications for nurses for control of bloodborne pathogens.
DVD / 60 minutes
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Richard Champlin, MD; Bruce D. Cheson, MD; Michael Bishop, MD; Frederick R. Appelbuam, MD; Frank J. Giles, MD; Charles A. Schiffer, MD
For physicians who have interest in or occasion to diagnose or treat cancer patients. Presentations will feature discussions about various leukemias and treatments of the disease.
DVD / 120 minutes
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Virginia Strootman, RN - Marijane Barbone, RN - Sue Masoorli, RN
The objectives of this program are to distinguish the three types of central vascular access devices, explain implementation of the appropriate nursing management of central vascular access devices, and articulate the rationale for central vascular access device nursing procedures. Specific topics include: Non-Tunneled Catheters; Tunneled Catheters; Implanted Ports .
DVD / 60 minutes
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Marijane Barbone, RN; Virginia Strootman, BSN, RN, CAN; Sue Masoorli, RN
Program identifies the two most common IV related complications; lists the appropriate nursing intervention for IV complications; Verifies the importance of malpractice insurance. Specific topics addressed include: infiltration; extravasation; and legal issues.
DVD / 60 minutes
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Marijane Barbone, RN; Virginia Strootman, BSN, RN, CAN; Sue Masoorli, RN
Program discusses the four types of plebitis; the nursing management of phlebitis; and the CDC vascular access device blood culture protocol.
DVD / 60 minutes
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This program examines the structures and functions of blood cell components (erythrocyte, leukocyte, and thrombocyte) and types of blood related diseases such as leukemia and hemophilia. It also introduces kinds of information that can be obtained from serums.
Supervisor: Seiichi Kitagawa (MD, PhD, Osaka City Univ.)
DVD / 43 minutes
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