| Skills Checklist
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > Middle Adults (39 - 64 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > Young Adults (18 - 39 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > Adolescents (12 - 18 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > School Age Children (5 - 12 years) > No
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > Preschooler (3 - 5 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > Toddler (1 - 3 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > Infant (30 days - 1 year) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > Newborn / neonate (birth - 30 days) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > Middle Adults (39 - 64 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > Young Adults (18 - 39 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > Adolescents (12 - 18 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > School Age Children (5 - 12 years) > No
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > Preschooler (3 - 5 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > Toddler (1 - 3 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > Infant (30 days - 1 year) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > Newborn / neonate (birth - 30 days) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > Middle Adults (39 - 64 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > Young Adults (18 - 39 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > Adolescents (12 - 18 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > School Age Children (5 - 12 years) > No
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > Preschooler (3 - 5 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > Toddler (1 - 3 years) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > Infant (30 days - 1 year) > Yes
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > Newborn / neonate (birth - 30 days) > Yes
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| OBTAIN AND INTERPRET > LAP > Experienced (can function independently)
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| OBTAIN AND INTERPRET > CVP > Experienced (can function independently)
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| OBTAIN AND INTERPRET > PCWP > Experienced (can function independently)
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| OBTAIN AND INTERPRET > PA pressure > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| OBTAIN AND INTERPRET > Cardiac Output > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| HEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Leveling wave form analysis > Experienced (can function independently)
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| HEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Prevention of complications > Experienced (can function independently)
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| HEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Dressing changes > Experienced (can function independently)
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| HEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Equipment maintenance > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITHHEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Epidural Catheters > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITHHEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Subclavian Catheters > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITHHEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Central Venous Catheters > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITHHEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Swan-Ganz > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITHHEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Arterial catheters > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITHHEMODYNAMIC MONITORING > Pulmonary artery catheters > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARDIOVASCULAR ASSESSMENT/ CARE/ EQUIPMENT > Non-invasive temporary pacing equipment > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARDIOVASCULAR ASSESSMENT/ CARE/ EQUIPMENT > Care of Patient with Temporary Pacemaker > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARDIOVASCULAR ASSESSMENT/ CARE/ EQUIPMENT > Assist with insertion of temporary Pacemaker > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARDIOVASCULAR ASSESSMENT/ CARE/ EQUIPMENT > Cardioversion and defibrillation > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARDIOVASCULAR ASSESSMENT/ CARE/ EQUIPMENT > Arrythmia analysis > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARDIOVASCULAR ASSESSMENT/ CARE/ EQUIPMENT > Placement & patient care on cardiac monitor > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| INTERPRET BLOOD LAB VALUES FOR > Electrolyte imbalances/ ABG's > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Calculate infusion rates in dosages ordered > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Inhalation agents > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Calcium channel blockers > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Beta blockers > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Muscle relaxants > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Reversal agents > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Vasodilators > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Vasopressors > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Ionotropes > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| IDENTIFY USUAL DOSAGE, ACTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS FOR > Antiarrythmics > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PERFORM DISCHARGE PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT > Discharge patient from PACU per hospital protocol > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PERFORM DISCHARGE PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT > Muscular strength > Hand grasps, head lift > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PERFORM DISCHARGE PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT > Motor & sensory function > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PERFORM DISCHARGE PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT > Pupillary reactions > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PERFORM DISCHARGE PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT > Level of consciousness > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| NURSING FUNCTIONS > MD notification & follow up care > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| NURSING FUNCTIONS > Document interventions, outcomes, lab studies > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| NURSING FUNCTIONS > Maintain Universal Precautions > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| NURSING FUNCTIONS > Collaborate with surgeon/ anesthesiologist re patient care > Experienced (can function independently)
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| NURSING FUNCTIONS > Process & implement physician orders > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| CATHETER CARE > Blood Warmer > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CATHETER CARE > Hypo/hyperthermia blankets > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CATHETER CARE > Pee Wee weighing scale > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CATHETER CARE > Pulse Oximeter > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| CATHETER CARE > Sequential compression device > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CATHETER CARE > IV pumps > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CATHETER CARE > Cystotomy > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CATHETER CARE > Suprapubic > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CATHETER CARE > Urethral Foley insertion and care > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Podiatric Surgery > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Eye Surgery > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Liver Biopsy > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Post-angiogram > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > GYN Surgery > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Genitourinary Surgery > Circumcision > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Genitourinary Surgery > Hypo/ hyperspadias > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Breast Surgery > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > ENT Surgery > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Major Abdominal Surgery > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Tonsillectomy/ Adenoidectomy > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Neurosurgery > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Orthopedic Surgery > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Vascular Surgery > Experienced (can function independently)
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| POST OP RECOVERY CARE > Thoracic Surgery > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| MONITOR RECOVERY OF PATIENT > Spinal/Epidural > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| MONITOR RECOVERY OF PATIENT > IV Conscious Sedation > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| MONITOR RECOVERY OF PATIENT > Local Anesthesia > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| MONITOR RECOVERY OF PATIENT > Regional Anesthesia > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| MONITOR RECOVERY OF PATIENT > General Anesthesia > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > Troubleshoot problems > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > Measure drainage > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > Assess subcutaneous emphysema > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > Recognize air leak > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > Set up closed drainage system > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > ETT mechanical ventilator > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > T-Tube > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > Nasal Cannula > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| O2 ADMINISTRATION > Face/ trach/ mask > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PERFORM SUCTIONING > Tracheal > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| PERFORM SUCTIONING > Endotracheal > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| PERFORM SUCTIONING > Nasal, Oral > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| OPERATE AND MONITOR EQUIPMENT > PACU Stretcher > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| OPERATE AND MONITOR EQUIPMENT > Blanket warmer, Bair Hugger > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| OPERATE AND MONITOR EQUIPMENT > Automatic Non-invasive BP monitor > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| OPERATE AND MONITOR EQUIPMENT > Transport monitor > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| OPERATE AND MONITOR EQUIPMENT > Portable suction machine > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > NG Tube > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > T-tube > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > Jackson-Pratt > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > Ileostomy > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > Jejunostomy > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > Colostomy > Experienced (can function independently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > Davol > Experienced (can function independently)
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to ensure a safe environment reflecting specific needs of various age groups. > Older Adults (64 + ) > Yes
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > Sump > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > Salem > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| CARE OF PATIENT WITH TUBES/DRAINS > Patient With > Penrose drain > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| NURSING INTERVENTIONS > Abnormal Breath Sounds > Airway insertion > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| NURSING INTERVENTIONS > Abnormal Breath Sounds > Suction, O2 > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| NURSING INTERVENTIONS > Abnormal Breath Sounds > Bronchodilators, diuretics > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| NURSING INTERVENTIONS > Abnormal Breath Sounds > Pulmonary toilet > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| NURSING INTERVENTIONS > Abnormal Breath Sounds > Reposition Patient > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PULMONARY ASSESSMENT > Respiratory assessment > Laryngospasm > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt method and terminology of patient instructions to their age, comprehension and maturity level > Older Adults (64 + ) > Yes
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| PULMONARY ASSESSMENT > Respiratory assessment > Obstructed > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PULMONARY ASSESSMENT > Respiratory assessment > Labored, dyspneic > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PULMONARY ASSESSMENT > Respiratory assessment > Depth, symmetry > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PULMONARY ASSESSMENT > Respiratory assessment > Rate, rhythm > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PULMONARY ASSESSMENT > Rales, ronchi, crackling, wheezing > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PULMONARY ASSESSMENT > Auscultate breath sounds > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT- SYSTEMS > Integumentary > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT- SYSTEMS > Genitourinary > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT- SYSTEMS > Gastrointestinal > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| EXPERIENCE WITH AGE GROUPS > Able to adapt care to incorporate normal growth and development > Older Adults (64 + ) > Yes
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| PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT- SYSTEMS > Neurologic > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT- SYSTEMS > Cardiovascular > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT- SYSTEMS > Respiratory > Very Experienced (performs frequently)
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| INITIAL ASSESSMENT > Neurological status > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| INITIAL ASSESSMENT > Skin color, temp, turgor > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| INITIAL ASSESSMENT > Vital Signs > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| INITIAL ASSESSMENT > Proper positioning > Expert (competent to supervise)
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| INITIAL ASSESSMENT > Airway management > Experienced (can function independently)
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| PRIMARY EXPERIENCE > Post Anesthesia Care > Years > 1
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