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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 nursing school is challenging, it doesn’t have to be impossible. When concepts are explained in a way that “just makes sense”, nursing students have better recall on exams, feel more confident working with patients in clinical, and are better prepared for NCLEX.
Nurse Mo understands the struggles nursing students face and draws on more than 11 years of clinical experience to make nursing school less intimidating. Each episode removes the “fluff” and focuses on the key things a nursing student (and nurse) needs to know about a variety of disease conditions. The show also provides tips for succeeding in nursing school, guidance for students and new nurses, and insider information to help you excel at the bedside.

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Latest Episodes:

#288: BONUS! Five Ways to Set Yourself up for New Grad Success May 23, 2023

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The transition from student to new grad RN is a time of incredible transformation and growth. It is also a time of immense challenges. In this episode, I’m sharing five things you can do to set yourself up for new grad success. You’ll learn:

* Why “you’re doing great” is terrible feedback and what to ask for instead

* Why you’re not going to be competent after a few months and why this is actually where you’re supposed to be

* How to maximize being an advanced beginner, or even a novice nurse

* Your secret weapon when you don’t know what to do or how to do it

* How leaning into the rough bits makes you stronger

* An easy shift you can make in your self-talk that propels you into a much more powerful mindset

Got questions about being a new grad nurse? Get a free e-book I wrote with my nurse bestie here: Get the New Grad Guide

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The information, including but not limited to, audio, video, text, and graphics contained on this podcast are for educational purposes only. No content on this podcast is intended to guide nursing practice and does not supersede any individual healthcare provider's scope of practice or any nursing school curriculum. Additionally, no content on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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#287: Everything You’ve Been Taught About Digital Clubbing is Wrong May 18, 2023

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In nursing school, I learned that digital clubbing was a key sign of COPD and I accepted this as gospel and moved on with my life. I used this information to answer exam questions on the topic and I always included assessing for it in my care plans for patients with COPD.

But, like all things in nursing, there’s so much more to this story.

In this episode you’ll learn why much of what you’ve been taught about digital clubbing is wrong, and what’s actually going on (spoiler alert…we don’t fully know!)

In this episode, you’ll get answers to your burning questions:

* What is digital clubbing?

* What disease conditions are associated with digital clubbing?

* How is digital clubbing evaluated, measured and categorized?

* What is the pathophysiology of digital clubbing?

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⁠Full Transcript⁠- Read the article and view references

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[Announcement] Your New Grad Nurse Questions Answered May 17, 2023

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If you're a new grad nurse or soon-to-be new grad, then you probably have questions. A lot of them.
I remember being exactly where you are right now, only I didn't have the benefit of a nurse mentor. I had to navigate new grad life on my own. Even with a robust residency program, it was still one of the toughest years of my life.
So that's why I've teamed up with my nurse bestie, Steph, to answer the most common questions new grad nurses ask. We've pulled them together and answered them in a free e-book called The New Grad Q&A Guide.
Get your New Grad Q&A Guide here

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#286: BONUS! Introduction to Rapid Response with Sarah Lorenzini May 16, 2023

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As a nursing student or new grad nurse, the thought of your patient taking a turn for the worse is really scary. In this special bonus episode I’m joined by Sarah Lorenzini from the podcast Rapid Response RN. Sarah talks you through “calling a rapid” on your patient, what to expect from the rapid response nurse, and what to do if you’re the first one on the scene when your patient codes!

After this episode, not only will you be a huge fan of Sarah’s, but you’ll hopefully feel more confident handling deteriorating patients.

Got questions about being a new grad nurse? Get a free e-book I wrote with my nurse bestie here: Get the New Grad Q&A Guide

Be sure to check out Sarah’s podcast, Rapid Response RN, available anywhere you listen to podcasts!

If this episode helped you, please take a moment to rate and review the show! This helps others find the podcast, which helps me help even more people :-)

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The information, including but not limited to, audio, video, text, and graphics contained on this podcast are for educational purposes only. No content on this podcast is intended to guide nursing practice and does not supersede any individual healthcare provider's scope of practice or any nursing school curriculum. Additionally, no content on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Straight a Nursing is a proud member of the Airwave Media Network.

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#285: How Nurses Prevent Central Line Infections May 11, 2023

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Central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) occur when pathogens invade the bloodstream via a central venous catheter (CVC).

Key points in this episode:

* Explanation of different types of central lines and their associated infection risk

* Infection risk during CVC insertion

* Ongoing care of a central line to prevent infection

* Standards for CVC dressing changes

* The signs of a central line infection

* How a central line infection is treated

Learn more about IV therapy in Bulletproof IV Medication Administration: Episode 183

Read the article and view references here.

Are you looking for an easier way to learn Med Surg? Enroll in Med Surg Solution and get lessons on 57 key topics as well as out-of-this-world study guides!

If this episode helped you, please take a moment to rate and review the show! This helps others find the podcast, which helps me help even more people :-)

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The information, including but not limited to, audio, video, text, and graphics contained on this podcast are for educational purposes only. No content on this podcast is intended to guide nursing practice and does not supersede any individual healthcare provider's scope of practice or any nursing school curriculum. Additionally, no content on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Straight a Nursing is a proud member of the Airwave Media Network.

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#284: Intubation Demystified May 04, 2023

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Knowing when a patient is in respiratory distress and will likely be intubated is a key skill you will use regularly as a nurse. Nurses in all settings come into contact with patients who decompensate, and knowing when you need to intervene can mean the difference between life and death.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

* Normal respiratory findings

* The general signs of respiratory compromise

* The process of emergent intubation

* What medication to avoid if your patient is hyperkalemic

* Care of the patient after intubation

Want to learn more about conducting a respiratory assessment? Take a deep dive into this key skill in Episode 237.

Ready to explore further? Learn more about acute respiratory distress syndrome in Episode 137.

Read the article "When to Intubate Your Patient".

Are you struggling in your Med Surg class? What if I told you that it’s not you at all…it’s likely the way it’s being taught! Enroll in Med Surg Solution to get simplified explanations and study guides for 57 key disease conditions.

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#283: Pediatric Musculoskeletal NCLEX Review Apr 27, 2023

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A big part of learning about pediatrics is understanding different musculoskeletal disorders in children. Rather than going through each of these using the full Straight A Nursing LATTE method, I’ve provided a concise summary of a wide range of conditions:

* Soft tissue injuries and fractures

* Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)

* Skeletal limb deficiencies

* Osteogenesis imperfecta

* Legg-Calve-Perthes

* Slipped capital femoral epiphysis

* Spinal curvature disorders

* Juvenile idiopathic arthritis

* Achondroplasia

* Osteochondroma and osteosarcoma

* And more!

You can read this information and view references in the articles "Pediatric Soft Tissue Injuries and Fractures" and "Musculoskeletal Disorders in Children".

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The information, including but not limited to, audio, video, text, and graphics contained on this podcast are for educational purposes only. No content on this podcast is intended to guide nursing practice and does not supersede any individual healthcare provider's scope of practice or any nursing school curriculum. Additionally, no content on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Straight a Nursing is a proud member of the Airwave Media Network.

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#282: Five Tips to Improve Your TEAS Score Apr 25, 2023

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When you don’t meet your target school’s criteria on this ATI TEAS entrance exam, it can lead to feelings of discouragement and even thoughts of giving up on your dream.

If this describes you, I want you to know that you are not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing five tips for improving your TEAS score. I’m also speaking with a rep from ATI and a rep from Rasmussen University who share their tips for getting your best possible score and making a good impression during the application process.

ATI is generously offering Straight A Nursing fans 15% off of Official TEAS Prep by ATI, including ATI TEAS SmartPrep and the Official ATI TEAS Online Practice Tests. As an ATI affiliate, I may earn a small commission when you buy from the links below and use the coupon code (at no extra cost to you).

The ATI TEAS SmartPrep Tutorial has proven results to raise your score by more than 7.5%. Don’t just prep to pass – prep to get your highest score possible with ATI.

Visit the ATI websitefor more information and use promo code SAN15 when you make a purchase to get that 15% discount.

Get the support you need from a national leader in nursing education—Rasmussen University. You can begin sooner with multiple start dates per year and no waiting list at many campuses for qualified applicants. Learn more at rasmussen.edu/nursing!

A big thank you to both ATI and Rasmussen University for sponsoring this episode!

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#281: Guillain Barré NCLEX Review Apr 20, 2023

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Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is an autoimmune attack on the peripheral nervous system which results in neuropathy. It is typically a self-limiting condition that comes on rapidly and results in muscle weakness with some mild sensory loss in the distal extremities.

In this episode you’ll learn…

* What causes GBS

* The four subtypes of GBS and which is most common

* Signs and symptoms of Guillain Barre

* Key assessments

* Tests and treatments

* Important things to teach patients and families

Read the article "Key Elements of Guillain-Barré Syndrome" and view references here.

Are you looking for an easier way to learn Med Surg? Enroll in Med Surg Solution and get lessons on 57 key topics as well as out-of-this-world study guides!

Download the free Straight A Nursing LATTE Method template here.

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The information, including but not limited to, audio, video, text, and graphics contained on this podcast are for educational purposes only. No content on this podcast is intended to guide nursing practice and does not supersede any individual healthcare provider's scope of practice or any nursing school curriculum. Additionally, no content on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Straight a Nursing is a proud member of the Airwave Media Network.

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#280: Introduction to TTTS Apr 13, 2023

Show notes

Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) is a rare condition of pregnancy that affects identical twins and other multiple pregnancies when two or more fetuses share a placenta.

In this episode, Nurse Mo reviews:

* Key terms associated with this condition

* Pathophysiology of TTTS

* The Quintero staging system

* Complications of TTTS

* Nursing implications using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method

Review polyhydramnios (episode 244) and oligohydramnios (episode 220), two complications that can accompany TTTS.

Download the FREE Straight A Nursing LATTE method template here.

Read the article on twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome and view references here.

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The information, including but not limited to, audio, video, text, and graphics contained on this podcast are for educational purposes only. No content on this podcast is intended to guide nursing practice and does not supersede any individual healthcare provider's scope of practice or any nursing school curriculum. Additionally, no content on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Straight a Nursing is a proud member of the Airwave Media Network.

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