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 Possible interview questions and answers for Senior Care Nurse Job in the UK. Q: Why did you choose a career in senior care? A: I chose a career in senior care because I have a deep passion for helping people, particularly those who may be vulnerable and in need of extra support. I also enjoy working with the elderly and find it incredibly rewarding to make a positive difference in their lives. Q: What experience do you have working with elderly patients? A: I have worked in a senior care capacity for over five years, during which time I have gained experience in a range of settings, including assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and private homes. I have experience with a variety of medical conditions, including dementia, Parkinson's disease, and stroke. Q: What is your approach to providing quality care to senior patients? A: My approach is to always put the patient first and to provide personalized care that takes into account their unique needs and preferences. I strive

  As a senior care nurse, your primary duty is to provide compassionate and effective medical care to elderly patients. Some of the common duties and responsibilities of a senior care nurse include: Assessment and care planning: Assessing the physical and mental health of elderly patients and developing comprehensive care plans that address their unique needs. Medication management: Administering medication and monitoring patients for side effects or interactions with other medications. Patient monitoring: Observing patients' vital signs and monitoring their condition closely to ensure they are stable and comfortable. Patient advocacy: Advocating for patients' rights and ensuring that they receive the best possible care, regardless of their background or circumstances. Communication: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, therapists, and social workers, to coordinate patient care and ensure the best possible outcomes. Patient and family education: E

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF  A SENIOR CARER NURSE As a senior care nurse, your primary duty is to provide compassionate and comprehensive medical attention to elderly patients who may have complex medical needs. Some of the common duties and responsibilities of a senior care nurse include: Assessment and care planning: Assessing the physical, mental, and emotional health of elderly patients and developing individualized care plans that meet their unique needs. Medication management: Administering medications and monitoring patients' responses to treatments, ensuring that they receive the correct dosages at the appropriate times. Patient monitoring: Monitoring patients' vital signs, symptoms, and overall health status, detecting and reporting changes in their condition, and intervening as needed to prevent adverse outcomes. Wound care: Providing wound care and managing skin integrity, preventing and treating pressure ulcers, and assessing and treating infections. Fall prevent

  As an emergency care nurse, your primary duty is to provide prompt and efficient medical attention to patients who require urgent care. Some of the common duties and responsibilities of an emergency care nurse include: Assessment and triage: Quickly assessing the severity of patients' conditions and prioritizing their care according to their medical needs. Emergency treatment: Providing immediate medical interventions, such as administering medication, performing life-saving procedures, and stabilizing patients' vital signs. Patient monitoring: Observing patients' vital signs and monitoring their condition closely to ensure they are stable and comfortable. Documentation: Accurately documenting patients' medical histories, vital signs, and treatments in a timely manner. Communication: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, paramedics, and social workers, to coordinate patient care and ensure the best possible outcomes. Education: Educating

  Preparing patients for cardiac catheterization procedures, explaining the procedure to them, and obtaining their informed consent. Monitoring vital signs and administering medications, including sedation and pain management, as necessary. Assisting the physician during the catheterization procedure by providing medications, tools, and devices as required. Documenting patient information, including medical history, allergies, and current medications. Ensuring proper functioning of equipment and instrumentation before and during procedures. Monitoring patients during and after procedures for signs of complications, such as bleeding or cardiac arrhythmias. Providing emotional support to patients and their families during the procedure and post-procedure recovery. Performing post-procedure care, including monitoring vital signs, managing pain and other symptoms, and documenting the patient's progress. Maintaining a sterile environment during the procedure and ensuring proper infectio

  An ICU nurse, or an Intensive Care Unit nurse, is a specialized registered nurse who is responsible for providing care to critically ill patients. Here are some of the duties of an ICU nurse: Monitoring patients' vital signs: An ICU nurse must continuously monitor and record patients' vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and respiratory rate. They must be able to quickly recognize any changes and take appropriate action. Administering medications: ICU nurses administer medications as prescribed by the physician, including intravenous medications, blood products, and other treatments. Assessing patients' needs: ICU nurses must perform a comprehensive assessment of each patient to determine their physical and emotional needs. They must be able to identify changes in the patient's condition and adjust the care plan accordingly. Collaborating with other healthcare professionals: ICU nurses work closely with physicians, respiratory therapis

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PHARMACIST Prepare,Dispense and label drugs as per Pharmacy Standard Operation Procedures. Provide instructions and educate the patient upon issuing the Medications. Check status of the stocks in pharmacy,wards, units and reorder medicines periodically. Perform regular check of expiry date of medicines and replace as per pharmacy standards. Ensure proper storage of medications as per the guidelines of the manufacturer. Ensure all forms of medications like tablets,syrups,inhalers,injections etc ,reaches the patient in the correct form and dosage. Maintain quality in all activities and strictly follow pharmacy and hospital policies and procedures. Always maintain patient confidentiality . Participate various trainings and patient education activities.

PAINLESS NEEDLE FREE INJECTION Painless Needless insulin injection devices are now available in market. This type of devices uses 0.18mm micro orifice injection ampoule used instead of regular painful needle syringe. This tissue preserving device injects a jet of insulin through the micro orifice to the fatty subcutaneous cell within a fraction of seconds. Insulin spreads homogeneously and effectively in the SC fatty cells.  This needle free re-usable insulin injection system can be used with all types of insulin. There is no need to change the required dose of insulin for using in this device . The main advantages of this device is painless and there is no risk of injury. The device can use more than 7000 injections means economical.

freedigitalphotos.net A study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute suggests "A diet full of fruit and vegetables helps to reduce the risks of getting breast cancer". A diet high in Carotenoid rich fruits and vegetables offers many health benefits,including a possible reduced risk of breast cancer ,concluded by scientists of Harward Medical School. Carrots,Oranges,Peppers,Spinach,Kale,Tomatoes,Guava,Papaya,Sweet Potatoes contains significant amount of Carotenoids.

Some points to prevent the recurrence of heart attack listed below : Any activity that puts strain on the heart should be resumed gradually. Avoid sudden strain and stress. Avoid large meals. Eat small meals with frequent intervals. Take proper rest during all physical activities. Avoid any activity which involves holding of breath and leads to pain in chest. Use anti-anginal  drugs prophylactically . Eg. Nitroglycerine, Sorbitrate 

When a patient gets anginal pain, he should stop all his activities and sit down or lie down. Put  nitroglycerine pill under the tongue,let it dissolve completely. Hold the saliva in mouth for 1 to 3 minutes for quick absorption of the drug. Once this pain in chest relieved, spit out the saliva. If the pain is not relieved even after taking three pills at an interval of five minutes call the physician or go to hospital. Fresh nitroglycerine pills produce a slight burning sensation when placed under the tongue. The patient who gets anginal pain should always carry with them nitroglycerine tablets. The patient should avoid consuming alcoholic drinks after taking the pills. These drugs should kept in their original container to prevent them losing their potency. These drugs should be protected from light ,moisture and heat.

Angina                                                                       Pain in Chest occurs during exertion,cold,heavy meals etc.                    Chest pain is felt during effort and it is relieved by rest.         Pain lasts for 5-10 minutes.                                             Relief is obtained with Nitrites.                                    Vomiting is absent.                                                      Dyspnoea is absent.                                                          Shock is absent.                                                              Sweating is minimal.                  Blood Pressure is normal or increased              MI (Myocardial Infarction ) Occurs both at rest often without any cause. Pain is not relieved by rest. Pain lasts more than 30 minutes. No relief with Nitrites. Vomiting is often present. Dispnoea is common. Shock can occur. Sweating may be profuse. Blood Pressure may fall.

The cardiac pacemaker is an electronic device which is used to initiate the heart beat when the S.A node (Sino-Atrial node) is seriously damaged and is unable to act as the natural pacemaker of the heart. The main aims of Artificial pacemaker is to control cardiac rate and rhythm when the natural pacemaker is defective or destroyed ,to initiative cardiac activity in ventricular standstill. Types of Pacemakers: Two types of pacemakers ( i) External Pacemaker ,(ii)Internal Pacemaker. ( i) External Pacemaker :  The pulse generating device remains outside the body and the electrical stimulation is conveyed to the heart through a pacing catheter.The external pacemakers are always temporary pacemakers. (ii)Internal Pacemaker :  The pulse generating device is implanted in the subcutaneous tissues and the electrical stimulation passed to the heart through pacing catheters.The internal pacemakers are always permanent pacemakers. When Pacemaker is used..? To treat partial or compl

10 Easy Natural Tips to lower Blood Pressure. Maintain a desirable body weight. Spent some time in indoor or outdoor games. Avoid taking alcohol in large quantities. Strictly stop smocking. Reduce salt intake (The intake of salt should be less than 5gm per day ). Regular exercise. Take adequate rest and sleep. Practice relaxation methods like Yoga. Avoid self medication. Avoid high caloric Junk foods.

Develop an interesting hobby that makes daily life more interesting. Find some time for indoor/outdoor games. Develop the habit of relaxing through simple exercise like walking. Plan daily activities to avoid rushing to things done on time. Discuss problems with family members or friends who can help and solve the problems. Try to adjust with events ,situations and people that may be the source of problems. Daily spent some time with recreational activities with friends or family members. Avoid any activity that causes physical and mental strain and stress. Maintain a desirable body weight. Practice Yoga or meditation for 20-30 minutes daily.