Diuretic
A Medication That Increases Urine Output, Used To Treat Fluid Overload And Heart Failure.

Antihypertensive Medication
A Drug Used To Lower Blood Pressure, Monitored During Vital Signs Assessment.

FAST Assessment
A Tool Used To Identify Signs Of Stroke: Face Drooping, Arm Weakness, Speech Difficulty, Time To Call Emergency Services.

Stroke
A Medical Emergency Caused By Interrupted Blood Flow To The Brain, Requiring Rapid Neurological Assessment.

Postictal State
The Period Following A Seizure Characterized By Confusion Or Fatigue, Monitored During Neurological Assessment.

Seizure Precautions
Safety Measures Implemented To Protect Patients At Risk For Seizures.

Phlebitis
Inflammation Of A Vein Often Caused By Iv Therapy Or Irritating Medications.

Extravasation
A Severe Form Of Iv Infiltration Involving Vesicant Medications That Can Damage Tissue.

IV Infiltration
A Complication Of Iv Therapy In Which Fluid Leaks Into Surrounding Tissue.

Blood Culture
A Laboratory Test Used To Detect Bacteria In The Blood, Often Ordered In Suspected Sepsis.