People with difficulty urinating are given catheters to help them drain the urine from their bladders. Catheters are narrow, flexible tubes inserted into the bladder to drain the urine inside of it when people are unable to do it through...
Medical school graduates training to become surgeons must partake in surgical residency programs for anywhere from 3 to 7 years. Surgical residency programs give residents hands-on training to learn, practice, and develop their surgical skills before entering the profession for...
This article explores the differences between using standardized patients and manikins in medical training. It explains when each method is most effective, their benefits and limitations, and how medical schools can combine both approaches to give students realistic, safe, and...
This article explains the key differences between ampules and vials, and presents 14 essential best practices for proper handling, safe usage, and contamination prevention in clinical and educational environments. What you'll learn: When to choose an ampule vs. a vial...
Nursing students spend years in classrooms learning medical terminology and clinical procedures to assist doctors and treat patients. However, transitioning from the classroom to a clinical setting is a different experience because they must test their newfound knowledge and skills...
