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Straight A Nursing: Study for nursing school exams & NCLEX

Maureen Osuna, MSN, RN - Nursing school educator, author, and nursing student enthusiast.

In this show, Maureen Osuna, MSN, RN (Nurse Mo) breaks down a wide range of nursing school concepts so they’re easy to understand. Each episode aims to help nursing students improve their study techniques, pass nursing school exams, and feel more confident in clinical. If you’re nervous about nursing school, not “getting it” in lecture, or feeling overwhelmed with all the information you have to learn, this podcast will help you optimize your study time so you can learn more with less stress. While

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24:37

#389: Three Scenarios of Schizophrenia

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2025/02/13

In this episode you’ll see how schizophrenia impacts patient care across all medical environments including a psychiatric hospital, the emergency department and the in-patient setting. Follow along with three patient scenarios that highlight the complexities of caring for a patient with schizophrenia: Jacob - Experiences paranoia and severe mistrust during an ER visit for an infected wound. Learn how careful communication and specific interventions can aid in his treatment. Daniel - Faces a

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#388: MMM - Does that Result Make Sense?

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2025/02/10

Let's start your week strong with a quick tip you can incorporate right away. In this Mo's Monday Minute shortie episode, I'm talking about the importance of critical thinking when a lab or vital sign result doesn’t really make sense. ___________________ FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it taking

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34:29

ENCORE! #81: Diving into Schizophrenia

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2025/02/06

Every other week I'm republishing one of my most popular or impactful episodes and adding an update, new insight, or context that will help you benefit from it even more. This week I'm highlighting Episode 81, which is all about schizophrenia, a psychiatric disorder that can have debilitating effects. It’s a complicated type of psychosis that has four subsets, each with its own unique profile. In this episode you’ll learn: The four subsets of schizophrenia and the signs/symptoms of each The four

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5:12

#387: MMM - When is Abdominal Pain an Emergency?

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2025/02/03

Let's start your week strong with a quick tip you can incorporate right away. In this Mo's Monday Minute shortie episode, I'm sharing insight on one of the most mysterious of things in the clinical setting - abdominal pain. Many times it can be something simple and easily fixable like gas pains and other times it’s a true emergency. ___________________ FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all

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31:20

#386: The Nurse’s Guide to Peripheral Nerve Blocks

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2025/01/30

In this episode, we explore peripheral nerve blocks (PNBs), which are a cornerstone of pain management in surgical care. PNBs offer targeted pain relief by blocking nerve signals, reducing the need for systemic analgesics, and enhancing recovery times. From their mechanism of action to nursing priorities, we cover everything you need to know to confidently care for patients receiving PNBs.In this episode, you will learn: What is a Peripheral Nerve Block? Learn about the benefits of PNBs,

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3:52

#385: MMM - How to Make Highlighting Actually Work

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2025/01/27

Let's start your week strong with a quick tip you can incorporate right away. In this Mo's Monday Minute shortie episode, I'm sharing the purposeful highlighting tactics I used as a student to help me get a 4.0 all throughout nursing school. ___________________ FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it

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38:44

ENCORE! #224: Nursing School With ADHD

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2025/01/23

Every other week I'm republishing one of my most popular or impactful episodes and adding an update, new insight, or context that will help you benefit from it even more. This week I'm highlighting Episode 224, where I share with you all the tips that have been shared in the Thriving Nursing Students Facebook group when it comes to going through nursing school with ADHD.And even if you don’t have ADHD, the tips in here are absolute gold for time management and organization, so be sure you don’t

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4:56

#384: MMM - Clustering Like a Pro!

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2025/01/20

Let's start your week strong with a quick tip you can incorporate right away. In this Mo's Monday Minute shortie episode, I'm sharing my pro tips for clustering your care so you can manage your time better and boost your efficiency at the bedside!___________________ FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school

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20:37

#383: Neonatal Hypoglycemia Nursing Review

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2025/01/16

In this episode, Nurse Mo dives into neonatal hypoglycemia, the most common metabolic disturbance in newborns. With glucose as the brain’s primary energy source, recognizing and treating low blood sugar in infants is critical to preventing long-term complications like neurodevelopmental delays or cerebral palsy.Hit play on this episode and you will learn: Key terms - Brush up on key terms like glycogenesis and glycogenolysis Pathophysiology - Review how newborns transition from relying on

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5:28

#382: MMM - Three Things to Check at the Start of...

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2025/01/13

Let's start your week strong with a quick tip you can incorporate right away. In this Mo's Monday Minute shortie episode, I'm sharing three things to always check at the start of your shift to set yourself (and your patient) up for success!___________________ FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it

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33:20

ENCORE! #184: My Fave Online Tools for Nursing School...

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2025/01/09

Every other week I'm republishing one of my most popular or impactful episodes and adding an update, new insight, or context that will help you benefit from it even more. This week I'm highlighting Episode 184, where I take you through my eight favorite online tools for nursing school that help set you up for success.NEWLY ADDED! Organize your school and study schedules with My Study Life. Get Google Drive with a free Google account: Google Drive. Say goodbye to password frustrations

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6:47

#381: MMM - Are Those Pulses Really Absent?

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2025/01/06

Let's start your week strong with a quick tip you can incorporate right away. In this Mo's Monday Minute shortie episode, I'm talking about what to do when you can’t feel your patient’s peripheral pulse.___________________ FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it taking over your life! 20 Secrets of

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#380: Conquer 6 Types of Nursing School Anxiety

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2025/01/02

Let’s face it. Nursing school is intense, and anxiety can creep in from every corner—whether it’s math exams, clinical rotations, or managing an overwhelming workload. But here’s the good news - you *can* take control of that anxiety and even start to enjoy your nursing school journey. In this episode, I’m breaking down the top sources of anxiety nursing students face and sharing actionable tips to help you tackle them, including: Conquering math anxiety (spoiler: it’s more common than you

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38:13

#379: Acute vs. Chronic Pain

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2024/12/26

In this episode, Nurse Mo breaks down the key differences between acute and chronic pain to help you navigate pain management more effectively as a nurse or nursing student. By understanding how these two types of pain differ in causes, duration, and treatment approaches, you’ll be better equipped to deliver compassionate and tailored care (and crush those nursing school exams!).Highlights include: Key characteristics of acute and chronic pain - causes, duration, quality, and impact on

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29:56

#378: Nursing Care for Pulmonary Embolism

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2024/12/19

A pulmonary embolism is a condition in which vessels in the lungs are blocked by a thrombus or other material that has traveled from somewhere else in the body. This is usually a result of a venous thromboembolism, but can also be due to amniotic fluid, air or fat embolus, or tumor material in patients with cancer.A key thing to understand about pulmonary embolism is that the airway is not occluded. In pulmonary embolism, one or more blood vessels are occluded. What this means is that blood coming

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22:51

#377: Right Heart Failure Nursing Care

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2024/12/12

In this episode, we dive into the essentials of nursing care for patients with right-sided heart failure. You’ll learn:The difference between right-sided and left-sided heart failure. Common causes of right ventricular failure. Key nursing assessments and clinical signs to watch for. Diagnostic tests for right-sided heart failure. Evidence-based treatments, including medications and lifestyle modifications. Strategies for effective patient education to promote heart health and symptom

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33:41

#376: Tips for Being a Courageous Nurse

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2024/12/05

Feeling unsure or timid at the bedside is something every new nurse and nursing student experiences. In this episode, Nurse Mo breaks down how to build courage in those crucial moments—whether it’s advocating for your patients, setting boundaries, or getting comfortable with personal patient care. You’ll gain confidence through practical advice and real-world strategies that will make your time at the bedside more effective and a lot less intimidating.In this episode, you’ll learn: How to get

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#375: ENCORE! How to Prepare for Finals

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2024/11/28

In this encore episode, I’m reviving a popular topic that is of special interest to nursing students right now…studying for finals! Hit play on this episode to hear my 12 tried-and-true tips for preparing for your final exams. ___________________ FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it taking over

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26:43

#374: Mastering Myxedema Coma

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2024/11/21

In this episode, Nurse Mo breaks down the critical information you need to know about myxedema coma, a life-threatening complication of hypothyroidism. Learn how to recognize, assess, and treat this condition using the Straight A Nursing LATTE Method. Tune in to boost your confidence in both exams and clinical practice!Hit play on this episode to learn: Key symptoms and patient presentation for myxedema coma How to assess and monitor patients, including vital signs and neurological status

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37:27

#373: Essentials of Prostate Cancer

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2024/11/14

Want to feel more confident on your exams or when caring for patients with prostate cancer? This episode has everything you need! This episode walks you through the essentials: Who is most at risk for prostate cancer Key signs and symptoms of the condition Important nursing assessments for a patient with prostate cancer Tests utilized to evaluate or diagnose prostate cancer Prostate cancer treatments Understanding these basics will not only help you ace any exam questions about prostate

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