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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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33:28

#352: The ABCs of Viral Hepatitis

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2024/06/20

Hepatitis is a condition in which the liver is inflamed (remember “itis” means inflammation). This inflammation can occur for a variety of reasons. In some cases, the inflammation is acute and the patient has a full recovery. In other cases, the condition is chronic and can even advance to serious liver disease. When we think of hepatitis, we generally think of hepatitis caused by a virus, which includes hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. Each type is caused by a different virus and transmission varies

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#351: Ask Me Anything!

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2024/06/13

In this special AMA series, I’m answering your questions about nursing school! Here’s what I’m answering this week: Do you have study tips for Maternal/Newborn and Peds? What’s it like to go from LPN to RN? How do you cope with feelings of loneliness/isolation from studying a lot? How long are clinical days? Any advice for taking the NCLEX? My classmate said it was very hard. ___________________ FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class

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22:33

#350: Two Types of Calcium Channel Blockers

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2024/06/06

Did you know there are two types of calcium channel blockers? One type mostly affects heart rate, while the other type mostly lowers blood pressure. To learn the difference between these two types so you’ll understand why certain CCBs are prescribed, hit play on this case study episode! You’ll learn:How CCBs exert their mechanism of action How CCBs treat hypertension, angina, and tachyarrhythmias Overview of the two types of CCBs Important things to monitor when your patient is taking one of

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Straight A Nursing Podcast Trailer

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2024/06/04

In this show, 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 nursing school is

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56:50

#349: Assessing Skin Signs Case Study

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2024/05/30

Noticing changes in condition often means noticing changes in the patient’s skin signs. Unfortunately, nurses are not always taught how to assess skin signs in patients with darker or yellow-toned skin. In this case study, you’ll follow along as a patient presents to the ED and shows various skin sign changes due to his clinical condition. Hit play on this episode, and get ready to take report on Mr. Abrams! ___________________ Full Transcript - Read the article and view references FREE CLASS - If

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#348: Molar Pregnancy NCLEX Review

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2024/05/23

Molar pregnancy, which also goes by the name “hydatidiform mole” is a gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) that involves abnormal egg fertilization and subsequent growth of nonviable tissue.In this episode, you’ll learn: The key differences between complete and partial molar pregnancy Risk factors for molar pregnancy Complications of molar pregnancy Common signs and symptoms of an individual with complete or partial molar pregnancy Priority assessments Key tests utilized to evaluate the

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#347: Hyperkalemia Deep Dive

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2024/05/16

Hyperkalemia is an elevated potassium level that can have serious consequences if left untreated. In this episode, you’ll learn: The role of potassium in the body Dangers of hyperkalemia Causes of hyperkalemia What is a hyperkalemic emergency? Treatments for hyperkalemia Hyperkalemia prevention for patients with ESRD ___________________ Full Transcript - Read the article and view references. FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me

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#346: Distributive Shock Simplified

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2024/05/09

This special episode is part of a nursing podcast PodCrawl to celebrate Nurses Week and increase awareness about the different types of shock. This episode covers distributive shock, and you can find episodes about hypovolemic shock, obstructive and cardiogenic shock in the links down below. And, you might even discover a new nursing podcast to binge! In this episode you’ll learn: The basics about hemodynamics, including the factors that affect blood pressure The hemodynamics of distributive

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#345: Little Bellies Gone Bad - Pediatric GI Disorders

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2024/05/02

Children can have a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders, and exams will require you to be able to differentiate between each one. In this episode, I’m providing a high level overview of common pediatric GI disorders:Gastroesophageal reflux disease Hirschsprung disease Intussusception Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis Biliary atresia Meckel’s diverticulum Short bowel syndrome Plus, there’s a PodQuiz at the end…so make sure you listen all the way through! ___________________ Full Transcript

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#344: C. Diff Basics for Nursing Students

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2024/04/25

Clostridioides difficile, formerly known as Clostridium difficile, is an anaerobic, spore-forming bacillus that causes a serious bacterial infection in the colon. While healthcare-associated infections have declined in recent years, C. diff remains one of the most common healthcare associated infections in the United States. Learn more about C. diff infection (CDI) in this episode, including: Pathophysiology of CDI Who is most at risk for CDI Complications of CDI Signs and symptoms, and when to

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#343: BONUS! Hypercapnia with Rapid Response RN

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2024/04/23

I’m sharing one of my favorites from the Rapid Response RN podcast with you in this special bonus episode! If you haven’t started listening to this podcast yet, you are going to LOVE Sarah! Her podcast helps nurses boost their confidence when responding to emergencies. New episodes drop every Friday, so make sure you are following the Rapid Response RN show, too! ___________________ Rapid Response and Rescue Class - Take your assessment and emergency response skills to the next level with this

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#342: Dysphagia NCLEX Review

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2024/04/18

Dysphagia is a condition in which the individual has difficulty swallowing. Proper swallowing relies on a complex coordination involving more than 30 nerves and muscles. When even one of these elements fails to work properly, dysphagia can result. In this episode, you’ll learn: The four stages of swallowing…more complex than we realize! Causes of dysphagia Signs and symptoms of dysphagia (AKA: important things to watch for!) Complications of dysphagia Bedside swallow evaluations Diagnostic

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#341: The Pulmonary Embolism and Cardiac Connection

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2024/04/11

If you’re learning about advanced Med Surg concepts or even working in the clinical setting, you’ve no doubt heard of pulmonary embolism. But did you know it goes beyond impaired gas exchange? Hit play on this episode to learn how a pulmonary embolism can impair cardiac function, potentially leading to devastating consequences.In this episode, you’ll review foundation concepts to help you understand this connection: Cardiopulmonary circulation Pulmonary embolism pathophysiology The factors that

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49:27

#340: How to get into CRNA school - Interview with...

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2024/04/04

If you’ve ever thought that CRNA school might be in your future, the time to start preparing is now…even if you’re not in nursing school yet! In this episode, I’m joined by Jenny Finnell, CRNA and CEO of CRNA School Prep Academy. Not only is Jenny a great mentor, but she’s also extremely knowledgeable about what it takes to get into a CRNA program. Hit play on this episode to get some of your questions about the path to CRNA school, such as: How do you know if CRNA school is the right career path

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#339: Transposition of The Great Arteries NCLEX Review

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2024/03/28

Dextro transposition of the great arteries (D TGA) is a congenital cyanotic heart defect in which the pulmonary artery and the aorta are transposed. In this lesson, you’ll review normal cardiopulmonary circulation (which is essential to understanding this condition) and learn: How the abnormal anatomy of D TGA affects physiology Why you actually want the child with D TGA to have another congenital heart defect Signs and symptoms of D TGA How the condition is diagnosed Risk factors for

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38:50

#338: When Air Turns Deadly - Air Embolism Basics

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2024/03/21

Air embolism is a rare, but potentially fatal, event that occurs when a bolus of air enters the vascular space. The risks and consequences depend on which type of air embolism has occurred - venous or arterial.In this episode, you’ll learn: The differences between venous and arterial air embolism Causes and risk factors for air embolism Signs and symptoms of venous and arterial air embolism Tests conducted when air embolism is suspected How patients with air embolism are treated Nursing

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47:39

#337: An End to Case Study Confusion

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2024/03/14

Nursing school exam questions place you into a clinical scenario where you have to make decisions based on the information provided. Many times these scenarios are robust and full of a lot of details such as vital signs, past medical history, and the patient’s signs and symptoms. When you have a complex scenario such as this, it is called a case study.Case studies can be challenging for students for a variety of reasons: They can be lengthy They contain a lot of information, much of it numerical

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2024/03/09

I've got something new and exciting to share with you!With over 330 episodes, I know it can sometimes be a little overwhelming to find exactly what you need...especially if you're new here. That's why I created the Playlist Prescription. Just fill out this quick form to get a FREE customized playlist of episodes on the topics you need help with the most, sent right to your inbox. Easy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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#336: The Dangers of Local Anesthetics

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2024/03/07

Local anesthetics are medications that block nerve impulses so that pain signals aren’t transmitted to the brain. The result is that the anesthetized area is numb and pain is controlled. Just because local anesthetics are “local” doesn’t mean systemic toxicity can’t occur. Local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST) occurs when local anesthetics extend into the system at toxic levels. It most typically occurs due to the physician accidentally injecting the medication into the intravascular space

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#335: Your Pacemaker Questions Answered

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2024/02/29

When the heart rate is irregular or too slow, cardiac output is compromised. A pacemaker may be utilized to support the heart’s electrical system, stabilize arrhythmias, and ensure the heart pumps at a rate that supports tissue perfusion throughout the body. A pacemaker may be indicated in patients with arrhythmias such as sick sinus syndrome (also known as sinus node dysfunction), symptomatic bradycardia, or high-grade heart blocks. Other indications include post myocardial infarction, heart

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