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The Super Nurse Podcast

The Super Nurse Podcast is for nursing students taking NCLEX, new graduate nurses, and working nurses who want to level up their game. This podcast helps you survive nursing school, thrive in clinicals, and step confidently into real-world practice as a Super Nurse— guided by 20-year ICU nurse Brooke Wallace, RN, BSN, CCRN, CPTC. 👉 Train smarter. Build confidence. Become a Super Nurse. Visit supernurse.ai for AI-powered tools, study support, and next-generation nursing resources. Powered by AI

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00:14:33

Diabetic Emergencies: Mastering DKA and HHS Crisis...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/23

Check out ThinkLikeANurse.orgCOMPREHENSIVE NOTESCore Difference: DKA vs HHSDKA (Type 1 diabetic, absolute insulin deficiency)No insulin → body burns fat → ketones formed → metabolic acidosisDeep, rapid Kussmaul respirationsTotal body potassium depleted though serum may appear highState of starvation + dehydrationHHS (Type 2 diabetic, relative insulin deficiency)Some insulin remains → prevents ketones → no significant acidosisExtreme hyperglycemia (often 600–1200+)Severe dehydration + high serum

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00:15:26

SIADH vs DI: Clear, Simple, & Finally Understandable

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/22

Check out thinklikeanurse.orgComprehensive Notes Core ConceptBoth conditions revolve around one hormone: ADH, the body’s water-saving signal.SIADH: Too much ADH → body holds water (soaked inside)DI: Not enough ADH or kidneys ignore ADH → body loses water (dry inside)The blood and urine move in opposite directions in each disorder.SIADH — “Soaked Inside, All Diluted”What HappensADH is high → kidneys save waterBlood becomes dilutedUrine becomes concentratedClassic CausesSmall cell lung cancer (ectopic

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00:14:31

Respiratory Emergencies: ARDS, Pulmonary Edema &...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/22

This episode breaks down three of the most dangerous respiratory emergencies nurses face: ARDS, cardiogenic pulmonary edema, and tension pneumothorax. Using clear bedside cues and rapid-action frameworks, you learn how to spot these crises early, understand the physiology driving them, and take the immediate steps that prevent collapse. From pink frothy sputum to tracheal deviation to refractory hypoxia, this conversation turns complex pathology into a simple action plan rooted in airway-first

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00:13:17

Electrolyte Emergencies: Lifesaving Moves Every Nurse...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/22

Check out thinklikeanurse.org for more#Comprehensive Notes##I. OverviewFocus: 6 electrolytes + 4 acid–base disordersGoal: Know one classic sign + one lifesaving intervention for eachNCLEX weight: High (8–16 questions across categories)Foundational rule: Always assess volume status first — dry vs overloaded guides almost every interventionII. SodiumA. HyponatremiaClassic sign: seizures (especially when levels plunge)Why: water shifts into brain → swelling → seizure riskLifesaving action: 3%

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00:13:25

Shock, Sepsis & SIRS: Early Clues, Fast Actions &...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Visit thinklikeanurse.orgComprehensive Episode Notes1. What Shock Really IsCore definition: inadequate tissue perfusion, leading to anaerobic metabolism, rising acid, cellular hypoxia, and eventual organ failure.All shock types follow the same three-stage progression:Stage 1: Compensated – tachycardia, tachypnea, cool pale skin, anxiety, decreased urine output; BP may still look normal.Stage 2: Decompensated – severe tachycardia, severe tachypnea, drop in BP, narrowed pulse pressure, mental status

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00:15:12

18 Pharmacology Red Flags With 1 Simple & Clear ...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Check out www.thinklikeanurse.org1. Opioids – Respiratory DepressionRed Flag: Respiratory rate below 8–10Action: Stop the infusion immediately, administer naloxone, monitor closely for re-sedation.2. Heparin – HIT (Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia)Red Flag: Platelets below 100,000Action: Stop heparin immediately, notify provider, avoid antiplatelets.3. Warfarin – Excessive AnticoagulationRed Flag: INR above 3.5–4 or any active bleedingAction: Hold the dose, give vitamin K (planned) or FFP (active

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00:13:28

Dirty Sixty Breakdown: NCLEX Pharmacology Red-Flags &...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Visit thinklikeanurse.orgEPISODE NOTES1. Why Pharmacology Is the GatekeeperLargest and most feared NCLEX subsection.Students may face 20–50+ pharm questions in a row.Scoring under 58% on pharm practice drops first-time pass chance to ~30%.NCLEX repeatedly tests the same 15–20 high-danger scenarios, not broad memorization.2. The Strategy Shift: From Memorizing Everything → Knowing the Life-Threatening Red FlagsStop memorizing hundreds of drugs.Master the 60–70 prototypes (“Dirty 60”) and the red-flag

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00:15:30

Shock, Sodium, Potassium & pH: The High-Stakes NCLEX...

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2025/11/21

Check out thinklikeanurse.orgComprehensive Episode NotesI. The “Critical Triangle” for NCLEXFluids, electrolytes, and acid–base interpretation form the foundation of the NCLEX physiological adaptation category.Accounts for ~11–17% of exam questions.Mastery requires recognizing patterns, sequences, and priorities.II. Fluid Volume: Absolute Loss vs DehydrationA. Absolute Volume LossFluid physically leaves the vascular space.Causes: trauma bleeding, burn plasma loss, third spacing.Third spacing = fluid

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00:13:25

Spotting the Warning Signs: How Nurses Make...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/20

Check out thinklikeanurse.orgNotes:Proactive Risk Management: The focus is on spotting early warning signs of patient deterioration and making life-saving decisions before a crisis escalates. Nurses must be vigilant and act quickly to prevent further harm.ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation): The foundation of every clinical decision. Airway issues must be addressed immediately, as nothing else matters if the airway is compromised. This rule is paramount in any acute care scenario and is a key

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00:15:11

High-Risk Drugs & Critical Interactions Every Nurse...

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2025/11/20

Notes:Check out thinklikeanurse.org to get more out on this!The Ten Rights of Medication Administration:Includes the original five (patient, drug, dose, route, time), expanded to emphasize the critical thinking required by right documentation, right education, and patient’s right to refuse.Independent double checks for high-alert drugs (insulin, opioids, anticoagulants, concentrated potassium chloride).Critical point: Documentation must include the patient’s response, particularly within the hour

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00:12:53

How To Master The Most Overlooked NCLEX Category:...

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2025/11/19

I. Assistive Devices & Mobility CanesHandle height: aligns with greater trochanter.Elbow slightly flexed (15–30 degrees).Too high → shrugging; too low → stooping → fall risk.WalkersHeight at wrist crease with arms relaxed.Promotes upright posture and stability.Crutches (major safety trap)Two to three finger widths between axilla and crutch pad.Weight on hands only, never in armpits (brachial plexus injury risk).Stairs mnemonic: Up with the good, down with the bad.Up: good leg → crutches + bad

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00:11:11

Psychosocial Red Flags For NCLEX: Abuse, DT’s,...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/19

Psychosocial Integrity for NCLEX: Abuse, Suicide Risk, and Therapeutic Communication00:00 – Welcome to Think Like a NurseHost intro: Brooke Wallace – ICU nurse, organ transplant coordinator, clinical instructor, published authorMission: Make complex nursing topics easier to understand, absorb, and applyWhy psychosocial integrity matters: only ~6–12% of the licensing exam, but extremely high-stakesFocus: safety, ethics, crisis management, communication, culture, cognition, and end-of-life careAbuse

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00:16:09

Top Safety Traps on the NCLEX And How To Avoid Them

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2025/11/14

1. Safety Culture: From Blame to LearningNon-punitive reporting → encourages learning from near-misses.Focus on system improvement, not punishment.Incident reports:Internal risk-management tools—never document “incident report filed” in the chart.Chart only objective facts and nursing actions.2. Fall Prevention: Mnemonic FALLSF – Floors clear and dryA – Ambulation aids within reachL – Lighting bright, especially to bathroomL – Low bed positionS – Shoes/non-skid socksTop priorities: Bed low, non-skid

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00:12:48

Nursing Prioritization NCLEX Playbook: Safety,...

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2025/11/13

Episode Notes: Prioritizing Critical Nursing Care & Assessment1. Normal Aging: What Is ExpectedLess subcutaneous fatPresbycusis (age-related high-frequency hearing loss)Reduced vital capacity → gets breathless more easilySlower gait, unsteady movementSlower cognitive processingMild recent-memory declineKey nursing actions:Monitor intake and outputBe cautious with medications cleared by kidneysGive simple, step-by-step instructionsAssess social support and isolation riskEN-klex trap:“Increased gait

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00:16:01

Critical Nursing Assessment Red Flags: Stridor,...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/13

Health Promotion & Maintenance (HPM) OverviewCovers lifespan: preconception → newborn → pediatrics → adults → geriatrics.Nurse’s role: proactive teaching, risk reduction, assessing needs, prevention, and early recognition of red-flag assessment findings.Four Levels of PreventionPrimordial PreventionPrevents risk factors from ever emerging.Examples: community exercise programs, safe walking areas, school nutrition standards.Primary PreventionPrevents disease or injury before it occurs.Examples:

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00:13:41

The 10–16% You Can’t Afford to Miss: Safety &...

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2025/11/13

This episode, created by Brooke Wallace, dives deep into one of the most tested and essential areas for nursing students—Safety and Infection Control (10–16% of the NCLEX). Listeners learn how to apply a “safety culture” mindset, document correctly, prevent injury, respond to emergencies, and follow infection control principles that protect both patients and staff.1. Safety Culture ShiftMove from blame to non-punitive culture—errors reveal system issues, not individual failure.Encourage reporting

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00:19:45

5 Legal Traps Nurses Fall Into - NCLEX Delegation,...

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2025/11/12

The 5 Biggest Traps That Can Cost a Nurse Their License1. Ignoring a DNR or Invalid Advance DirectiveThe Trap: Starting CPR or aggressive care despite a valid DNR — or honoring an unsigned “living will.”Why It’s Dangerous: Violating patient autonomy can legally count as battery.Avoid It: Verify validity (signatures, dates, physician order). If unsure, pause and clarify before acting.2. Delegating Beyond ScopeThe Trap: Letting a UAP or LPN handle unstable patients, assessment, or teaching.Why It’s

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00:15:02

Top 10 NCLEX Traps in Legal and Ethical Nursing And...

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2025/11/12

✅ The 10 NCLEX Traps Covered in the EpisodeAssuming the spouse is the automatic decision maker→ Trap: Ignoring the legal requirement for a designated healthcare proxy.Mixing up advance directives vs. medical orders→ Trap: Treating a living will or POLST as interchangeable with a DNR.Misunderstanding informed consent roles→ Trap: Thinking the nurse provides the explanation instead of the provider.Violating HIPAA through casual conversation or curiosity→ Trap: Discussing PHI in hallways, checking

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00:15:20

ICU & Cardiac Pharmacology Masterclass: Beta...

The Super Nurse Podcast ·

2025/11/10

Episode NotesKey Concepts & TakeawaysHypertensive Crisis TypesUrgent: BP >180/120 without organ damage.Oral meds (Clonidine, Captopril).Gradual BP reduction over 24–48 hrs.Watch for rebound hypertension (Clonidine) and angioedema (Captopril).Emergent: BP >180/120 with organ damage.IV meds (Labetalol, Nicardipine, Nitroprusside).ICU monitoring and titration within minutes–hours.Watch for bronchospasm (Labetalol) and cyanide toxicity (Nitroprusside).Aortic Dissection Sequence RuleBeta blocker first

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00:14:53

EKG Interpretation For NCLEX: 7 Must-Know Rhythms &...

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2025/11/10

Systematic Approach (6 Steps):Rate – Regular: 300 Rule (300 ÷ # large boxes between R waves).Irregular: 6-Second Strip Method (R waves in 6 seconds × 10).Rhythm – Regular or irregular?P Wave – Present before every QRS?PR Interval – Normal: 0.12–0.20 sec (3–5 small boxes).If the R is far from P → first-degree block.QRS Complex –Narrow (<0.12 sec): supraventricular origin (normal pathway).Wide (>0.12 sec): ventricular origin or bundle branch block.Mnemonic: Narrow = Normal, Wide = Worry.Interpretation

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