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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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49:27

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

Straight A Nursing: Study for nursing school exams &... ·

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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ANNOUNCEMENT! A new way to get the episodes you need...

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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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52:28

#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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25:57

#334: Use the ABCs and Maslow to Prioritize Nursing Care

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2024/02/22

Prioritizing patient care is often difficult for students in nursing school or even new nurses. And while novice nurses thrive when they utilize to-do lists, prioritization is so much more than making a task list and following it throughout your shift. It’s actually a constantly fluctuating component of your workflow that must take multiple factors (and multiple patients) into consideration.The good news is, most of the time you can answer prioritization questions on nursing school exams and

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#333: BONUS! How Cheating Causes Harm - A...

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2024/02/20

Even though nursing is THE most trusted profession, you may be surprised to learn that academic misconduct occurs at the same rate amongst nursing students as it does other academic disciplines. One reason for this is that cheating goes beyond just getting “extra help” on an exam, and students may not recognize other aspects of academic dishonesty as actual cheating. The reason cheating is such a big deal in nursing school is that it’s not just the student who suffers. Ultimately, patient safety is

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#332: Appendicitis NCLEX Review

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2024/02/15

Did you know appendicitis is one of the most common gastrointestinal conditions you’ll see in the clinical setting? It’s also highly likely to show up on nursing school exams! In this episode you’ll learn: Why symptoms can vary so much from person to person What we now know about the appendix (turns out, it’s not totally useless!) The classic presentation of a patient with appendicitis How to assess for rebound tenderness Where McBurney’s point is located Why pain medication might be held

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25:18

#331: Know These 12 Drugs Before Your First Clinical Day

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2024/02/08

As a nursing student or nurse, you’ll learn about hundreds of drugs over the span of your career but the ones you’ll know really well are the ones you use on a consistent basis. If you’re just starting out and aren’t sure which drugs to focus on, this list of one dozen common drugs will come in handy in a wide variety of acute care settings. This episode covers some of the key things to know

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#330: Do You Know These Medical Terms?

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2024/02/01

Something you’ll learn quickly (if you haven’t already) is that the medical field is full of terms named after people…Beck’s triad, Kernig’s sign, McBurney’s point and Ortolani maneuver are just a few! Unfortunately, you just need to memorize what these are, so I’ve pulled together some common ones to know in this episode. Hit play on this episode and soon you’ll be “talking the talk” just like a pro! There's a podquiz at the end so you can test yourself! ___________________ Full Transcript - Read

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50:27

#329: Know These Eight Labs Before Your First...

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2024/01/25

Your first few clinical shifts in nursing school can feel really overwhelming, especially if you’re heading in without a lot of background knowledge. But, something as simple as understanding some key lab tests will help you interpret your patient’s result and understand important components of their plan of care. In this episode I’m breaking down eight key labs to know before your first clinical day in nursing

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#328: SBAR Communication Demystified

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2024/01/18

Did you know that more than 60% of adverse events in the clinical setting have been attributed to poor communication? To help ensure patient safety, SBAR is utilized as a standardized communication format but it can be difficult to know how to use it effectively when you’re a new nurse or nursing student. I’m breaking down SBAR for you in this episode so you can finally have a clear understanding of how all the components fit together and use it with confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why

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#327: Your Pre-Nursing School Checklist (Revisited)

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2024/01/16

In this bonus episode, I’m re-releasing one of my most popular episodes just in case you missed it the first time around! Hit play on this episode to learn the key things you should do to get prepared for nursing school (Yes, they’re easy and yes, you can still enjoy your time off!). ___________________ Get the New Nursing Student Checklist - Get all these tips in a convenient checklist so you can stay organized while you prepare for nursing school! FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing

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#326: Ozempic and Other Semaglutide Medications

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2024/01/11

Semaglutide, which is sold under the brand names Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus, has become increasingly popular and is a medication you are likely to encounter in the clinical setting and when reviewing your patient’s medical histories. In this article, you’ll learn the key things to know about semaglutide using the Straight A Nursing DRRUGS framework. In this episode, you'll learn: The principles of the GLP-1 agonist drug class, including their main mechanism of action The two routes of

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#325: The Three Pillars of Nursing School Success

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2024/01/09

If all you’re hearing is how overwhelming, impossible, or miserable nursing school is, I want you to know that this does NOT have to be your story. But the only way you’re going to have a different experience is if you take active steps to have a different experience. Walking into nursing school cold or without doing any prep is about as smart as running a marathon without training…it would be a disaster. In this episode I’m sharing the three pillars of nursing school success - organization,

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#324: Why You Need a Nursing Portfolio

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2024/01/04

When it comes to job hunting, whether you're a new grad nurse or an experienced RN, you always want to showcase your best self. A great way to do that is with an up-to-date nursing portfolio. Another reason to create and maintain a nursing portfolio as it creates a history of your career. As you apply for jobs now, and in the future, your portfolio is a wonderful resource for highlighting your accomplishments in resumes and cover letters. In this episode, we'll cover: What is a nursing

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#323: Caring for Patients with GVHD

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2023/12/28

Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a complication that can occur after allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplant. It is a syndrome that involves multiple organs and occurs when transplanted immune cells identify the recipient cells as foreign invaders. The result is that the transplanted (graft) cells attack the recipient (host) cells. In this episode, you'll learn: Who is most at risk for developing GVHD The basics of HLA typing Signs and symptoms of GVHD Important assessments for a patient

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#322: Meds Used in Rapid Sequence Intubation

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2023/12/21

RSI is rapid sequence intubation, a procedure performed to emergently intubate a patient with an intact gag reflex in cases of acute respiratory failure and/or cardiovascular collapse. As a nurse working in the emergency department or ICU, you will be obtaining and may be administering the medications used to perform a rapid sequence intubation. Please be aware of your scope of practice and facility protocol regarding the administration of these medications. In some cases, the medications can only

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