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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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28:23

#204: HIV and AIDS

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2022/03/17

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) are two conditions along the same spectrum. In this episode we cover the basics of immunity, the progression of HIV to AIDS, signs and symptoms, assessments, tests, treatments and key patient education. Starting nursing school soon? Get the New Nursing Student Checklist so you can be prepped and ready for your program! Want to maximize your learning by reading this information, too? Check out the article and

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41:24

#203: Osteoporosis NCLEX Review

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2022/03/10

Osteoporosis is a complex, multifactorial disease of compromised bone strength and integrity. This episode covers the key things you need to know about osteoporosis for NCLEX and nursing school. * Key hormones involved in osteoporosis * Types of osteoporosis * Risk factors for osteoporosis * Osteoporosis complications * Signs and symptoms * Tests and assessments * Treatments * Patient education for osteoporosis A big “thank you” to HCA Healthcare for sponsoring this episode. Click here to learn

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29:48

#202: All About Allopurinol

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2022/03/03

Allopurinol is often considered to be one of the top 100 most-prescribed medications in the U.S., so it will definitely be on your exams or something you’ll see in the clinical setting. In this episode, we’re going through all the things you need to know about allopurinol using the Straight A Nursing DRRUGS framework. See references for this lesson and get it in written format here. For more pharmacology articles and podcast episodes, click here. Follow me on instagram Study Sesh features

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34:54

#201: Meningitis Types and Treatment

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2022/02/24

Meningitis is a disease condition that typically affects pediatrics and young adults, so it is usually taught as part of a pediatrics course. However, it is important to note that it can occur at any age. In this episode we’ll be talking about the key types of meningitis and how they differ, namely viral and bacterial meningitis. See references for this lesson and get it in written format here. A big THANK YOU to our sponsor, HCA Healthcare. Not only did they help make this episode possible, but

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33:08

#200: TLS Is An Oncological Emergency

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2022/02/17

To commemorate the 200th episode of the Straight A Nursing podcast, I asked my listeners what they wanted to learn and SO MANY of you said “oncology!” In this episode, we are diving into an oncological emergency, tumor lysis syndrome (TLS). See references for this lesson and get it in written format here. In addition to it being our 200th episode, we’re also celebrating 4 million downloads! A giant, enormous, huge, monumental, gargantuan THANK YOU to you! I couldn’t have reached this enormous

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35:02

#199: Hyperglycemia Highlights

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2022/02/10

Hyperglycemia is about so much more than simply diabetes (though, of course, there’s nothing simple about diabetes, either!). In this episode I’m talking you through the key things you need to know about hyperglycemia including the various causes. See references for this lesson and get it in written format here. A big THANK YOU to our sponsor, HCA Healthcare. Not only did they help make this episode possible, but they provide great nurse residency programs to support those entering the profession

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46:21

#198: Let’s Review Parkinson’s Disease

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2022/02/03

UPDATE! I inadvertently stated dyskinesia to mean slow movements...I meant to say "involuntary movements." I will be updating the audio. In this episode covering Parkinson’s Disease, we’re diving deep to give you a really thorough understanding of what you need to know for your nursing school exams. This content is based off the Parkinson’s lesson I created for my course Med Surg Solution, so if you find it helpful, then you may want to check it out here. See references for this lesson and get it

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29:49

#197: Anorexia NCLEX Review

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2022/01/27

In this episode, we are reviewing the key things you need to know about anorexia nervosa. If you struggle with an eating disorder, and hearing about this topic triggers you, please proceed with caution, or avoid altogether. Your mental health is more important than any nursing school exam. If you or someone you care about suffers from an eating disorder, please reach out to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) for a wealth of free resources, online chat, and a toll-free help line. If

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42:04

#196: My Top Ten Tips to Lock in Nursing School Success

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2022/01/20

Students ask all the time about tips for being successful in nursing school. And while you can view a wide variety of articles on the Straight A Nursing Student website or here on the podcast, I wanted to cover my top 10 tips for new students all in one spot. A big THANK YOU to our sponsor, HCA Healthcare. Not only did they help make this episode possible, but they provide great nurse residency programs to support those entering the profession. HCA Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. Learn

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25:09

#195: Your Quick Guide to RSV

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2022/01/13

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a single-stranded RNA virus that is transmitted by respiratory droplets. It is highly transmissible and can be quite severe, especially when young children or neonates are affected. In this episode, you’ll get an introduction to all the key elements of RSV using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method. Latte Method Template: Use this template to create study guides focusing on the must-know information for nursing school. Study Sesh Podcast: If you want to

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28:48

#194: All About Amiodarone

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2022/01/06

Amiodarone is a common medication you’ll see used both acutely in the clinical setting and chronically for outpatient therapy. In this episode we are going through amiodarone using the Straight A Nursing DRRUGS framework. 5-Day Challenge: Join me for the “Don’t Get Overwhelmed, Get Organized” 5-Day Challenge to get ready for nursing school! Crucial Concepts Bootcamp: This nursing school prep course teaches foundation concepts to help you start your program ahead and stay ahead. Study Sesh

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26:56

#193: Learning Styles for The Win

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2022/01/04

In my free guide, The 20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students, one of the secrets is about maximizing your learning style. And while it’s useful to know your preferred learning style (or styles), you should probably be aware you’re going to be using most if not all of them in nursing school. In this episode, I’m talking you through the key ways to maximize each of the main learning styles in nursing school - visual, auditory, kinesthetic and reading/writing. Learning style assessment: If

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23:19

#192: Angioedema Assessments and Interventions

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2021/12/30

Even though angioedema can be really scary (for you and the patient), with a little knowledge ahead of time, you can recognize it early and know what to do for your patient. In this episode, I’m talking you through angioedema assessments and interventions using the Straight A Nursing LATTE Method. Get this episode in written format. All the links mentioned in this episode are in the article that accompanies this episode, as well as the references. LATTE Method Template: Use this template to create

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25:42

#191: The Low-down on Hypoglycemia

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2021/12/28

One of the most common and important imbalances you will learn in nursing school is related to blood glucose levels. In this episode, you’ll learn about hypoglycemia using the Straight A Nursing Latte Method. Get this episode in blog format. All the links mentioned in this episode are in the blog post that accompanies this episode. LATTE Method Template: Use this template to create study guides focusing on the must-know information for nursing school. Crucial Concepts Bootcamp: This nursing

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#190.5: BONUS! Nursing School with a Chronic Illness

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2021/12/27

So many students are dreaming of becoming a nurse, but are also burdened with the extra load of managing a chronic illness. Is it possible to do both? In this special bonus episode, I’m talking with Christina Brown, an amazing student who is thriving in nursing school while also managing complex conditions. She is truly an inspiration to anyone who faces additional challenges while in nursing school. I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did and realize that YES, you can achieve your dream! Get

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23:37

#190: Endocarditis NCLEX Review

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2021/12/23

In this episode, I’m breaking down the key things you need to know about endocarditis for clinical, nursing school exams, and the NCLEX. Endocarditis is inflammation of the endocardium, which is the innermost layer of the heart and also includes the valves. It is often a result of infection, but can also be a complication of rheumatic fever and systemic lupus erythematosus. Join me to go through endocarditis using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method. Get this episode in blog format All the links

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#189: More Secrets of Success Revealed

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2021/12/21

As we continue our series of the secrets of successful nursing students, we’re diving in to secret #6 and #7. These two secrets are about: * maximizing study groups (so they don’t become social hour or wasted time) * the number ONE personality trait that sets you up for nursing school success. Get this episode in blog format All the links mentioned in this episode are in the blog post that accompanies this episode. Crucial Concepts Bootcamp: This nursing school prep course teaches foundation

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#188: Basics of Necrotizing Fasciitis

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2021/12/16

Necrotizing fasciitis is easily one of the most terrifying and devastating conditions I’ve ever encountered in my 10+ years as a nurse. In this episode, we go through necrotizing fasciitis using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method. Download the LATTE method template here. Starting nursing school soon? Dial up the confidence and dial down the stress with Crucial Concepts Bootcamp. Michelle says, “I’m preparing to apply for nursing school and am really worried about passing dosage calculations. I

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#187: Secret #5 of Successful Nursing Students

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2021/12/14

To continue our series of the secrets of successful nursing students, Secret #5 is that successful students do not do all the reading for nursing school. But before you toss those textbooks, take a listen to see how you will use your books strategically and in a way that supports your learning (instead of just taking up so much of your precious study time). If you’d like to see all 20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students, download the free guide here. Get the planner designed specifically for

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24:38

#186: Your Guide to Gabapentin

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2021/12/09

Gabapentin is one of the top 100 drugs prescribed in the US, so there’s a very good chance it will show up on NCLEX or your nursing school exams. In this episode, we go through the key things you need to know about this medication using the Straight A Nursing DRRUGS framework. Did you enjoy the PodQuiz at the end of the episode? Sign up for Study Sesh and change the way you study! Read the article and see references here. Get a head start on pharmacology with the Pharmacology Success Pack Want

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