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Medication Dosages to Know for Boards [NP Confidence Corner] May 20, 2026

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Medication dosages can feel overwhelming, but for NP boards, it's all about recognizing the high-yield patterns that show up again and again. In this minisode, Kaitlyn breaks down the key dosage concepts you need to know for statins, levothyroxine, and metformin, including recognizing when a treatment is aggressive, when to start low and go slow, and how to safely adjust medications so you can approach dosage questions with more confidence on exam day.

165: COPD Review: What You Need to Know for Boards May 13, 2026

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COPD can feel overwhelming when you are trying to memorize symptoms, diagnosis criteria, and treatment strategies all at once.

In this episode, Alex and I walk through a practical COPD review that covers the essentials you need to know for boards, including classic presentations, key differences between chronic bronchitis and emphysema, diagnostic spirometry cutoffs, and the GOLD treatment groups.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/COPD-review-for-boards

H. Pylori Treatment Memory Tricks for NP Boards [NP Confidence Corner] May 06, 2026

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H. pylori treatment is highly testable on NP boards, and with the right memory tricks, it can be easy points. In this minisode, I simplify triple and quadruple therapy using quick mnemonics, review key treatment adjustments for penicillin allergies, and walk through high-yield exam pearls on ulcer causes and diagnostic testing so you can confidently tackle H. pylori questions on exam day.

164: Alternative Antibiotics for NP Boards: Rapid-Fire Pharmacology Review Apr 29, 2026

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What do you do when you cannot use a first-line antibiotic? Knowing alternative antibiotics for NP boards is essential for answering exam questions and making safe clinical decisions.

In this episode, Alex and I cover alternative antibiotics for NP boards through a rapid-fire pharmacology review. We walk through common scenarios and help you understand how to choose the best alternative when first-line options are not appropriate.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/alternative-antibiotics-for-np-boards

Are Your Practice Scores High Enough to Pass NP Boards? [NP Confidence Corner] Apr 22, 2026

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Wondering if your practice scores are high enough to pass your NP boards? In this minisode, Kaitlyn breaks down the numbers to aim for, why they're a helpful benchmark, and why your progress and trends matter just as much. You'll learn how to interpret your scores with more clarity so you can stay focused, build confidence, and keep moving forward in your exam prep.

163: AANP vs ANCC: An Updated Guide to Choosing Your NP Certification Exam Apr 15, 2026

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Trying to decide between AANP vs ANCC for your NP certification exam can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like the "wrong" choice could impact your future.

In this episode, Alex and I break down the AANP vs ANCC exams in a calm, practical way so you can choose your NP certification exam with clarity. We walk through what both exams have in common, how they differ in structure and content, and why neither exam is inherently harder than the other.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/aanp-vs-ancc-updated-guide

Metronidazole Made Simple for NP Boards & Practice [NP Confidence Corner] Apr 08, 2026

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Metronidazole is a must-know medication that is likely to show up on your NP board exams and very likely to show up in clinical practice. In this minisode, Alex walks you through high-yield uses like trichomoniasis and bacterial vaginosis, key safety points, and frequently tested concepts, so you can feel confident recognizing and answering metronidazole questions on exam day.

162: How to Pass Your 3P Exam Apr 01, 2026

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Feeling overwhelmed about how to pass your 3P exam? You are not alone. The 3P exam can feel high-pressure, especially when it stands between you and starting clinicals.

In this episode, Alex and I explain how to pass the 3P exam by breaking down what it tests, how it differs from boards, and the most effective study strategies. We walk through common mistakes students make, practical strategies to help you succeed, and how to use practice questions effectively.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/how-to-pass-3P-exam

What the New Dyslipidemia Guidelines Mean for Boards and Clinical Practice [NP Confidence Corner] Mar 25, 2026

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In this minisode, Alex breaks down the 2026 ACC/AHA Dyslipidemia Guidelines, highlighting what's new and how it impacts both NP board exams and clinical practice. You'll learn the key updates, including a stronger emphasis on primary prevention, individualized care, and new diagnostic tools, while also being reassured that your current study plan is right on track.

161: Cytochrome P450 System: What You Need to Know Mar 18, 2026

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Drug interactions do not have to feel confusing. Once the cytochrome P450 system clicks, it becomes much easier to reason through medication metabolism and pharmacology questions that nurse practitioners need to know.

In this episode, Alex and I explain the cytochrome P450 system and why it matters for drug metabolism, medication interactions, and clinical decision-making. You will walk away with a clearer framework for understanding pharmacology concepts that nurse practitioners need to know for both exams and real-world prescribing decisions.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/cytochrome-p450-system

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