THESE ITEMS ARE FROM THE SKILLS CHKLIST--SEE HOW YOUR SKILLS STACK UP FOR THESE AREAS. THIS LIST ISN'T EXHAUSTIVE, BUT IT'S PRETTY CLOSE. GOOD LUCK! :wink:
Interpretation of 12 Lead EKG
Interpretation of Arrhythmias
Defibrillation/Cardioversion
Assisting with Insertion of Central Lines
Pacemakers-External
Pacemakers-Permanent
Pacemakers-Temporary
Cardiac Arrest/CPR
Interpretation of Hemodynamic Monitoring
A-Line (Transducer setup-D/C)
Swan Ganz (Transducer setup - D/C)
Balloon Pump (IABP)
SVO2 Monitoring
Sheath Removal-Femoral
Automatic Internal Cardioverter Defib
CARE OF PATIENT WITH
Aneurysm
Acute MI/Unstable Angina
CHF
Cardiogenic/Hypovolemic Shock
Pre/Post Cardiac Surgery
PTCA
USE AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE FOLLOWING
Atropine
Bretylol
Bumex
Digoxin
Dopamine
Dobutrex
Inderal
Inocor
Isuprel
Lidocaine
Neosynephrine/Nipride
NTG
Pronestyl
Titrate Morphine
Verapamil
Thrombolitic Agents
Prep/Titration of Emergency Drugs
RESPIRATORY
Establishing an Airway
Ambuing Techniques
Chest Tubes-Emerson/Pleuravac
Pulse Oximetry
Interpretation of ABG
Drawing ABG Blood Sample from A-Line
Use of IPPB
Use of Pressure Support
Incentive Spirometer
CARE OF PATIENT WITH
COPD
ARDS
Pre/Post Thoracic Surgery
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Edema
Pneumonia
Inhalation Injuries
USE AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE FOLLOWING
Aminophylline
Corticosteroids
Bronkosol
Ventolin
Alupent
NEUROLOGY
Assessment of Neuro Signs
Glascow Coma Scale
Seizure Precautions
Assist with Lumbar Puncture
ICP Monitoring
Crutchfield Tongs
Halo Traction
Stryker Frame
CARE OF PATIENT WITH
CVA
Seizure Activity
Overdose
Neuro Injury/Trauma
Pre/Post Neuro Surgery
Cranial Hemorrhage
USE AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE FOLLOWING
Decadron
Dilantin
Mangnesium Sulfate
Phenobarbital
Steroids
Valium
Versed
VASCULAR
Peripheral Pulses
Fluid Overload
Ultrasonic Doppler
Starting IVs
Assist with IV Cutdown
Subcutaneous Central Line
Hickman/Broviac/Groshong Catheters
Maintenance of Heparin Lock
TPN/Hyperalimentation
Air Occlusive Dressing
Knowledge of Normal Serum Lab Values
Administration of Blood & Blood Products
Infusion Pump
Peritoneal Dialysis
Hemodialysis
Heparin Drip - Precautions and Maintenance
GASTROINTESTINAL
NG Tube Insertion
Gastrostomy Tube
Jejunostomy Tube
Enterostomal Care
CARE OF PATIENT WITH
Pancreatitis
G.I. Bleed
Esophageal Bleeding
Bowel Obstruction
Whipple Procedure
Liver Transplant
Paralitic Ileus
E.R.C.P.
GENITOURINARY/RENAL
Foley Catheter Insertion
GU Irrigations
Nephrostomy Tube
Suprapubic Tube
Electrolyte Imbalance/Replacement
CARE OF PATIENT WITH
T.U.R.P
Shunts and Fistulas
Nephrectomy
Renal Transplant
Renal Failure
Renal Trauma
TRANSPLANTS
Heart
Lung
OTHER
Oncology
Chemotherapy
Isolation Techniques
Diabetic Teaching
Hyperbaric Oxygenation
Accucheck
Equipment
Bear I
Bear II
Bear V
Bennett 7200
CPAP
Emerson
Engstrom/Erica
EMV
MA-I
MA-II
Monihan
Ohio 560
PEEP
Pressure Pre-Set
Servo 900b
Servo 900c
Servo 900e
Siemens
Hewlett-Packard
Spacelab
Marquette
Mennen
Lifecare
Nihon-Koder