Nursing Mnemonics Podcast by NURSING.com (Nursing Podcast, NCLEX® Prep for nursing students)

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Hyponatremia- Definition, Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (SALT LOSS) Jun 01, 2023

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Outline SALT LOSS

S-Stupor/coma
A-Anorexia, N&V
L-Lethargy
T-Tendon reflexes decreased
L-Limp muscles (weakness)
O-Orthostatic hypotension
S-Seizures/headache
S-Stomach cramping

Description

Hyponatremia is decreased levels of sodium in the blood. It can be caused by inadequate sodium or excess free water which leads to lower concentration of sodium. Sodium and potassium work together to allow depolarization of muscles. Low sodium levels can limit this ability and cause muscle weakness. Sodium in the blood helps maintain the oncotic pressure. If fluid leaves the blood vessels, it can lead to decreased blood pressure.

Hypokalemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (6 L's) May 30, 2023

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Outline 6 L's

L-Lethargy
L-Leg cramps
L-Limp muscles
L-Low, shallow respirations
L-Lethal cardiac dysrythmias
L-Lots of urine (polyuria)

Description

Hypokalemia is LOW potassium, which starts with L. So the 6 L's can help you recognize the signs and symptoms of LOW potassium or hypokalemia

Hypercalcemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (GROANS, MOANS, BONES, STONES, OVERTONES) May 25, 2023

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Outline GROANS, MOANS, BONES, STONES, OVERTONES

GROANS-Constipation
MOANS-Joint pain
BONES-Loss of calcium from bones
STONES-Kidney stones
OVERTONES-psychiatric overtones (confusion, depression)

Description

The BONES store the most calcium – remember these words that rhyme with BONES to help you remember possible signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia.

Hypernatremia – Causes Nursing Mnemonic (MODEL) May 23, 2023

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Outline MODEL

M-Medications / Meals
O-Osmotic diuretics
D-Diabetes insipidus
E-Excessive water loss
L-Low water intake

Description

Think "Salt Modeling Agency" – Use the word MODEL to remember the causes of hypernatremia

Blood Type O Nursing Mnemonic (Universally Odd) May 18, 2023

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Outline Universally Odd

U-Universal Donor
O-Only receive from O

Description

Picture Type O as a huge circle, like the universe, because they are the universal donor. They can give to everyone. However, also think of them as the "odd man out" because they can only receive type O as well. They are universally odd, able to give to all but only receive from themselves!

3 Unbelievably Effective Ways to Stay Organized in Nursing School May 16, 2023

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We have 3 unbelievably effective ways to stay organized in nursing school. These are actually very simple and can be implemented immediately. Even more importantly they will make a drastic difference for you, not just in nursing school but in life in general.

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3 Unbelievable Effective Tips

The key to these tips is that they will help you reduce stress enabling you to be more prepared for what comes and helping you to be more effective.

Prepare the night before
Arrive early
Get in the zone

Heart Failure (HEAD, CHOP) Dec 30, 2022

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Left sided heart failure will primarily manifest as pulmonary edema as the left side of the heart moves blood from the lungs throughout the body. If this portion of the pump is broken the blood will become "backed up" within the lungs. Left sided heart failure can often lead to right sided heart failure.

Inflammation (HIPER) Dec 28, 2022

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In response to tissue damage the body elicits the inflammatory response in attempt to rid itself of the initial offender. These attempts can sometimes become more of a problem than a solution.

Hypoglycemia (TIRED) Dec 23, 2022

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During hypoglycemia the serum glucose level is too low. Cells of the body can't get adequate energy supply when there is not enough sugar in the blood. You will feel TIRED and have the symptoms listed above.

Hypoxia (RAT BED) Dec 21, 2022

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Patients experiencing hypoxia will initially demonstrate signs of anxiety and restlessness. As hypoxia continues, the patients conditions deteriorates to bradycardia and dyspnea.