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Multiple Topic Healthcare Sites These sites contain outstanding information and/or activities that pertain to various topics within the nursing and healthcare curriculums.
MedlinePlus Interactive Tutorials and a great source of medical/health information. (Click on titles to select desired tutorials.)
The HealthCentral Network Many, many articles and resources for medical/health information. (Click on topic under Health Sites or use the search feature to find information about a specific topic.)
SEER's Training Website from National Cancer Institute Terrific information related to anatomy and physiology of all body systems. Reviews and tests are provided after completing well organized study units. (Click on headings in menu on left side of page. Subheadings will appear for each body system. Click on subheadings for information, review and quizzes under each system.)
WebMD Under Health A-Z, a huge listing of disorders and their causes, symptoms, exams, treatments, etc. Under Drugs A-Z, a list of drugs, uses, precautions, side effects, etc. (Locate the disorder by selecting the correct starting letter. From the alphabetical listing, click on the desired heading. Notice that subheadings appear in the left menu to provide additional information about your selection.)
Safety and Environment
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) from OSHA (Click on the areas of the picture when hand appears to find potential hazards in this ICU room.)
Agitated Patient(restraints) Case study and quiz from Foundation for Education and Research in Neurological Emergencies (FERNE)
Asepsis, Infection Control and Hygiene
Safety Issues in an ICU Unit Information from OSHA (Click on the areas of the picture to view safety information or click on safety topics below picture.)
Needle sticks/Sharps Injuries Information and animated pictures from OSHA (Scroll down and click on buttons to see animations.) Good information and illustrations of various sharps and safety devices.
Auscultation Assistant - from The Auscultation Assistant Lung Sounds are great here.
Breast Cancer Exam Quiz from iVillage
Nursing Process and Documentation
Care Plan Corner Examples of care plans from RN Central (Click on Instructions.)
Sleep, relaxation and pain control
Pain Quiz from MerckSource
Pain Tutorial from Bayer
Pain Management Quiz from iVillage
PCA Pumps Article and picture from SpineUniverse
Integumentary System
Wound Care, Ulcers Info and slides from Hollister ( Click on links listed under Algorithms. Then read introduction and instructions.) Excellent information for assessment, management, and treatment of Arterial Leg/Foot, Neuropathic, Pressure(Decubitus), and Venous ulcers with outstanding pictures.
Musculoskeletal System
Calcium, where do we get it? from University of Washington
Muscles Anatomy Tutorials and quizzes from Get Body Smart Sophisticated diagrams with tutorials and quizzes.
Muscles Physiology Tutorials and quizzes from Get Body Smart (Note: You must click on "next" at the bottom, right of tutorial pages to get to all tutorial activities.)
Nervous system
Simple Reflexes Ordered List Tutorial from Quia
Parasympathetic Nerve System Tutorials and quizzes from Get Body Smart Sophisticated diagrams and animations.
Basic Nervous System Quiz Tutorial with questions from University of MichiganMultiple Sclerosis Quiz from iVillage
Alzheimer's Disease Quiz from iVillage
Endocrine System
Pancreas and Adrenal Gland Rags to Riches Game from Quia (Plays like the Millionaire Game)
Diabetes Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Great Rationales accompany quiz.
Blood
Circulatory System Tutorials and quizzes from Get Body Smart Sophisticated diagrams and animations.
Cardiac
Heart Basics Review from Aetna Nice combination of illustrations, animations and basic information.How Many Beats in a Lifetime? Information from Aetna InteliHealth Heart and Breath Odometers. Just for fun.
Tetrology of Fallot-What is it? Diagram and Information from Cove Point Foundation
Heartpoint Gallery Information and Animations from Heartpoint.com (Scroll down and click on desired topic boxes.) Nice tutorials and information on many aspects of the heart.
Angina Quiz Quiz with links to related info from LifeHeart.com
Heart Health Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Great rationales accompany quiz.
Respiratory
Respiratory System Tutorials and quizzes from Get Body Smart Sophisticated diagrams and animations.
Tracheostomy Diagram and Information from Muscular Dystrophy Association
Airway Quiz Quiz from ACLS.net (Click on "Airway Quiz".) Rationales accompany responses.
Life Support Simulator - Scenario quiz from ACLS.net (Click on "Click Here" for "The Lab Technician". Then click"Start". Read instructions before clicking "Begin Simulation". Note: Choose one answer option from only one available menu before clicking "GO".) A challenging, but effective, educational activity.
Asthma Quiz Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Rationales accompany quiz.
Allergy Quiz Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Rationales accompany quiz.
Smoking Quiz Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Rationales accompany quiz.
Digestive System and Nutrition
Food Pyramid and Diet Information from USDA (Click on desired topics.) Latest food pyramid and dietary information from the USDA.
Dietary Guidlines Information from USDA (Under the heading "2005 Edition", click on desired topics, especially Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Finding Your Way to a Healthier You.) Latest dietary suggestions from the US government. Includes printable sheets for instructors.
The Big Fat Quiz Quiz from MerckSource
Come to our Picnic Activity from Aetna InteliHealth (Reveal nutritional values of common foods by moving cursor over foods.)
Weight Gain Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Rationales accompany quiz.
Take the acid test Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Rationales accompany quiz.
Hemoccult Patient Scenario with slides from gihealth.com Great pictures of colon polyp removal.
Renal
Urinary System Rags to Riches Game from Quia (Plays like the Millionaire Game)
Learning Center Information from Hollister (Click on topics from menu at left.) Incontinence information, urinary anatomy diagrams, urinary disorders, etc.
Reproductive System
Birth Control Pills Quiz from iVillage Rationales accompany responses.
What do you know about oral contraceptives? Quiz from iVillage Rationales accompany responses.
Health Tools for Women Quizzes, Slides, and Animated Guides from WebMD (Click on desired topics under "Health Tools for Women")
Obstetric Issues
Health Tools for Fertility, Pregnancy, & Parenting Quizzes, Slides, and Animated Guides from WebMD (Click on desired topics under "Health Tools for Fertility, Pregnancy, & Parenting".)
Newborn Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Rationales accompany quiz.
Pregnancy Quiz from Aetna InteliHealth Rationales accompany quiz.
Introduction to Pharmacology
Dosage Calculations Quiz Quiz from RN Central (You will need a pencil and paper to calculate and record your answers.) Test your skills at determining the correct dosage.
Growth and Development
Baby's Growth Timeline Information from Aetna InteliHealth (Click on the yellow flower. Then click on months 1-9.) A quick look at the baby's first nine months.
Immunization Schedule Information from CDC (Scroll down and click on desired topics.) Up-to-date immunization info for infants to adults.
Longevity Quiz from MerckSource Test your knowledge about aging matters.
Age related body changes Matching and Flashcards from Quia
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