Naloxone Administration
A Life Saving Intervention Used To Reverse Respiratory Depression Caused By Opioids.

Respiratory Depression
A Dangerous Decrease In Breathing Rate Often Caused By Opioid Medications, Requiring Immediate Intervention.

Sedation Scale
A Tool Used To Assess Level Of Sedation In Patients Receiving Opioid Medications Or Other Sedatives.

Pain Reassessment
A Follow-Up Evaluation After A Pain Intervention To Determine Effectiveness, Part Of Pain Management.

Call Light Response
A Nursing Responsibility To Respond Promptly To Patient Requests To Ensure Safety And Comfort.

Hourly Rounding
A Nursing Practice In Which Staff Check On Patients Regularly To Improve Safety And Satisfaction.

Shift Assessment
A Comprehensive Patient Assessment Performed At The Beginning Of Each Nursing Shift.

Hand-Off Report
A Structured Communication Between Nurses During Shift Changes To Ensure Continuity Of Care.

Aseptic Technique
A Set Of Practices Used To Reduce Microorganisms And Prevent Infection During Clinical Procedures.

Sterile Technique
A Method Used To Prevent Contamination During Procedures Such As Central Line Dressing Changes And Wound Irrigation.