Atrial Septal Defect
Atrial septal defect is a congenital heart defect characterized by a hole in the wall (or the septum) of the left and right atrium.
Transposition of the Great Arteries
What is TGA or transposition of the great arteries? It’s a congenital heart defect that occurs when the positions of the pulmonary artery and
Neurogenic Shock: NCLEX Study Guide
Neurogenic shock is a serious condition that happens when a trauma to the spinal cord causes the disruption of blood circulation in the body.
Stroke: NCLEX Study Guide
What is a Stroke? Stroke, medically known as Cerebrovascular accident (CVA), is a condition where the blood flow in the brain is impeded due
Autonomic Dysreflexia: NCLEX Study Guide
What is Autonomic Dysreflexia? Autonomic dysreflexia is a serious medical diagnosis that requires immediate treatment. This condition is common in patients with spinal cord
What is Respiratory Alkalosis?
The Physiology of Oxygenation Let’s start with what happens when you breathe in air. When oxygen enters your nose or your mouth, it then
What is Respiratory Acidosis?
This article will help you better understand the sequence of breathing normally, the pathophysiology of respiratory acidosis, the causes of respiratory acidosis, the signs
Tic Tac Toe Method: Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analysis
Arterial blood gas analysis is a laboratory test to know the patient’s acid-base balance. This laboratory test is also used to determine the extent
Osteoporosis: NCLEX Study Guide
Our bones play a crucial role in our body, they protect and support our internal organs and give the body shape. When bones do
Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis: NCLEX Study Guide
In this NCLEX study guide, you will learn about the difference between Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Osteoarthritis It is a degenerative condition of the
