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How to untie a knot on a stitching thread Whatever you do, STOP as soon as you notice the knot. Place the needle halfway through the loop of the knot: Gently pull the needle away from the last stitch done (this will reduce the loop), and stop when the loop is snug around the needle: […]

Restraints may be used to keep a person in proper position and prevent movement or falling during surgery or while on a stretcher. Restraints can also be used to control or prevent harmful behavior. Sometimes hospital patients who are confused need restraints so that they do not: Scratch their skin. Why do nurses use restraints? […]

An order from the patient’s physician must be obtained. The physician must visibly assess the patient within 24 hours after the restraints are applied. 3. Consent must be obtained from the patient, the patient’s next-of-kin, or the Durable Power of Healthcare. What factors nurse should consider before applying a physical restraint to the patient? Checking […]

Monitor the patient in four-point restraints every 15 minutes. Know that these restraints must be reduced and removed as soon as safely possible. To re- duce a four-point re- straint, remove it slow- ly—usually one point at a time—as the patient becomes calmer. What are the nursing responsibilities when caring for a client in restraints? […]

When caring for a patient who is receiving a chemical restraint, be sure to monitor the patient every 15 minutes during this time to ensure the patient’s safety. Seclusion is involuntary confinement of an individual in a locked room. What should be done when a patient is in restraints? When restraints are used, they must: […]

Here are five flies we recommend for chasing largemouth bass: Bass popper, size 1/0, in any color (green is a great choice). Woolly bugger, weighted, size 4 or 6, in black or olive. Freshwater Clouser minnow, size 4 or 6, in chartreuse or white. What size fly should I use for bass? Surface flies for […]

Nurses assess and determine the need for a client to be restrained or secluded and they also assess the appropriateness of the type of restraint/safety device that is used in context with the client’s current condition and behaviors; they assess and reassess the client in a regular and ongoing basis to insure that the How […]

Best 21 Bass Flies For Summer Fly Fishing BlockHead Popper. These popper flies push a ton of water and cause a commotion sure to gain the attention of nearby bass. Swimming Baitfish Diver. Lunchable Streamer. Shimmering Minnow. Woolly Bugger. DB Crayfish. Muddy Bunny Streamer. Clouser Minnow. What size flies are best for bass? Here are […]

The majority of my nymphs are tied on jig hooks sizes #12-#18. Jigs have many advantages, like riding hook point up, snagging less on the bottom, and the MOST IMPORTANT reason. The ability to easily oversize beads without compromising hook gap! What hooks to use for tying nymphs? Dry-Fly Hooks Hooks most commonly used for […]

All-time Favorite Trout Flies Muddler Minnow Trout Streamer. Stonefly Nymph Pattern. Hare’s Ear Nymph. Beadhead Prince Nymph. Elk Hair Caddis. Parachute Fly. Tungsten Nymph. Wormy Bead Head Trout Fly. What size flies are best for trout? How Are Trout Flies Sized? Flies are annotated by size — the higher the number, the smaller the fly. […]

Dropper spacing depends on a whole host of variables, including the location you’re fishing, the weather, your fly line, and more. A good rule of thumb is to space them an equal distance apart, usually around 8 to 12 inches or thereabouts, but again, play around with it and see what works for you. How […]

Always remember to tie restraints to the BED FRAME under the mattress rather than the side rails. Which is the correct knot used to secure a restraint to the bed frame? Always use a slip knot. A slip knot is a quick-release knot used to tie restraints so that they can be removed quickly when […]

Dry-Fly Hooks Hooks most commonly used for tying nymphs (top to bottom): 2X heavy curved scud hook; 1X long standard nymph; 3X long curved shank; and 3X long straight shank. What is a nymph hook? Nymph Hooks generally have a heavier wire and longer shanks than dry fly hooks. When tying stonefly and larger mayfly […]

Zonkers are streamer flies on hooks sized 4 to 12, characterized by having a strip of fur (rabbit, squirrel or mink) tied on as the wing, with a shiny body and prominent eyes. The fur strip will pulsate with the current mimicking the action of fins, with shiny sides representing the reflective sides of a […]

While it’s true nymphs can be fished during a hatch with positive results, mixing a little dry fly action into your nymphing game to capitalize on both subsurface and surface feeding could elevate your catch-factor significantly. How do you attach a nymph to a dry fly? Tie a dry fly onto the end of your […]

If I had to pick one trout fly for anywhere in the country now, it would be an easy choice: the Muddler Minnow. This pattern (and its cousins) can be fished several ways, and it imitates a wide range of things trout love to eat. Greased up, it floats like a grasshopper. How do you […]

Leader and Tippet Selection While fishing streamers you can use heavy leaders and tippets that prevent the trout from breaking off before the knot pulls loose. How long should a streamer tippet be? While trout are not tippet shy to streamers, smaller diameter tippet can give your fly more play or action. For rigging your […]

closed-cell foam. Foam fly patterns come in all shapes in sizes for fish both large and small. Sheets of inexpensive closed-cell foam have long been used for fly tying. This versatile material can be found everywhere and can be used to create an endless variety of flies and bugs for warm water fly fishing. What […]

The Story. The Stimulator dry fly is a go-to attractor dry fly, particularly when you’re dry fly fishing during a big stone fly hatch or salmon fly hatch. This dry fly sits up high in the water, even in faster water. What is a Stimulator fly pattern? The Stimulator is commonly thought of as an […]

Hopper Flies. Hoppers are one of the all time favorites to have in your fly box.All though generally fished as a dry fly they are great to leave dangling in the surface film. The legs will tempt trout to strike. Is a Hopper a dry fly? And because of their size, hoppers make ideal dry […]