A sonographer’s job involves helping patients stay healthy, diagnosing issues, and directing patients towards treatment. But what about a sonographer’s own health? Though most don’t realize it, being a sonographer can take a serious toll on the body. Here are some ways sonographers can reduce musculoskeletal pain and injury. What Causes Musculoskeletal Pain and Injury? A musculoskeletal injury, or a…
Physicians and nurses can give patients proper mental and emotional care through patient education. Utilize these strategies to educate patients effectively.
What Is Fluoroscopy? Fluoroscopy is a type of medical imaging test that allows doctors to see the movements of body parts, like internal organs, in real time. These tests scan the body using x-rays, creating a moving, continuous image on a screen for doctors to observe. Fluoroscopy is useful for diagnosing internal conditions in patients. They also help doctors to…
It’s no secret that pain, especially chronic pain, can severely affect a person’s quality of life. Even a minor but constant pain can begin to cripple a person both physically and emotionally. Pain management techniques can help people experiencing pain fight the negative effects and live better lives. Here are just a few of the ways effective pain management impacts…
In a medical setting, ergonomics is incredibly important for both patients and medical staff. Whether patients are being operated on, recovering in a bed, or undergoing a procedure, their comfort and well-being should be a priority. Doctors and nurses, meanwhile, have long shifts that they spend mostly on their feet or in uncomfortable positions. For their personal well-being and for…
In the healthcare field, injury to medical staff is regrettably common. The jobs of doctors, nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare workers require physical exertion, being on the feet for most of a shift, and holding uncomfortable positions for long periods of time. The same can be said of sonographers. Proper ergonomics, however, can alleviate the chance of injury, which is…
A myelogram is a helpful exam when determining the source of a patient’s back pain. The procedure consists of using contrast dye and imaging technology to get a better look at the patient’s spinal cord, vertebrae, and surrounding nerves. Like many diagnostic procedures, a myelogram is relatively simple and painless. However, the idea of any operation is enough to make…
The first step to any successful procedure is having the right operating table available. Depending on the type of operation you perform, you need specific features and designs to keep both yourself and your patient comfortable throughout the procedure. Each of the main types of operating tables has a unique design to facilitate a specific set of procedures, such as…
As a nurse or doctor, it’s important to know how to position your patient before their operation. A successful procedure relies on a position that’s comfortable for the patient and accessible for the doctor. To determine the best position for your patient, you must first consider the type of operation, how long it will take, what kind of IV access…
The ability to communicate effectively with patients is a necessary part of any medical career. When it comes to bad news, however, talking with your patient becomes harder than ever. No one enjoys delivering negative information, but these conversations are often an unavoidable part of patient care. While these moments are never easy, there are ways to handle them with…