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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.

Copyright: © 2021-2024

Latest Episodes:

#269: When You Start to Panic During an Exam Jan 26, 2023

Show notes

Even the most prepared student can start to panic during an exam. It’s what you do next that dictates whether test anxiety is going to take over and run the show, or if you’re going to get past this moment and continue on with the exam.

In this episode I’m sharing some strategies you can use to get your exam (and your confidence) back on track!

Read the article about conquering test anxiety here.

Want more test taking tips and strategies? Then you’ll love Module 7 in Crucial Concepts Bootcamp!

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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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#268: Tips for Geriatric Assessment Jan 19, 2023

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When performing a head-to-toe assessment, there are some key differences that you can expect to notice in an older adult. In this episode I’m sharing the ones you’re most likely to notice, including:

* Vital signs differences

* Differences in body composition and musculoskeletal changes

* Changes to the integumentary system

* Changes to sensory organs and neurological function

* Changes to the respiratory and cardiovascular system

* GI changes

* And changes to the genitourinary system

Read the article on geriatric assessment and view references here.

Struggling with Med Surg? It’s not you! It’s the way your instructors are teaching it. Get focused, clear, effective lessons in Med Surg Solution. Learn more 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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#267: 7 Things to Know Before Starting Clinicals Jan 12, 2023

Show notes

If I were your clinical instructor, these tips are exactly the things I’d make sure you understood before your first clinical day!

In this episode, I’m sharing:

How a typical day flows
Tips for effective time management
What in the world is happening in handoff report
Some of the key players and their roles
The most important skill you can develop
One unpleasant truth (sorry!)
How to make the most of your clinical time

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

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#266: Five Questions I Get Asked About Nursing School Jan 05, 2023

Show notes

In this episode, I’m answering five common questions I get asked about nursing school!

Q1: How can I feel more confident in NS?

Q2: Can I work while going to school?

Q3: How do I get everything done?

Q4: How do I study for Med Surg?

Q5: How do I learn from an instructor that just reads the PowerPoint slides word for word?

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Crucial Concepts Bootcamp: Get prepped for nursing school so you can start out feeling more confident from your very first day!

Med Surg Solution: Learn Med Surg topics in less time!

LATTE template: Use the LATTE method to guide your studying for Med Surg, pediatrics, maternal/newborn and mental health nursing!

Nursing School Planner: Get organized for nursing school with the first and best planner made JUST for nursing students!

Thriving Nursing Students: Join my Facebook group and surround yourself with motivated and supportive nursing students!

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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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#265: Nursing School Classes Decoded Dec 29, 2022

Show notes

If you’re heading into or dreaming of nursing school, you’re probably wondering what the classes and clinicals are like. In this episode I’m spilling all the nursing school tea on each class and a bit about my own clinical experiences.

Helpful Resources:

Crucial Concepts Bootcamp: Imagine having a BFF who shares their best advice, tips and strategies with you while also teaching core foundation concepts that set you up for success. That’s exactly what you get in Bootcamp, an online program that has helped thousands of students crush nursing school!

Get organized! Get the nursing student planner that students say keep them organized and on top of their busy nursing school schedules!

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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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#264: Electrolytes Overview Dec 22, 2022

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With changes to the NCLEX, it’s more important than ever that you understand electrolytes way beyond just knowing the normal lab values. In this overview, I’m sharing some of the most important things to know about electrolytes.

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Crucial Concepts Bootcamp - Start nursing school ahead of the game, or reset after a difficult first semester with my nursing school prep course, Crucial Concepts Bootcamp. Learn key foundation concepts, organization and time management, dosage calculations, and so much more.

Electrolytes Study Guide - This informative bundle of one-page fact sheets has the key details you need to understand the important roles that electrolytes play. Being able to apply your interpretation of lab values is key to your nursing school success!

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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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#263: Understanding Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Dec 15, 2022

Show notes

Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) occurs when neonates who were exposed to drugs in the womb experience withdrawal after birth. These substances pass through the placenta into neonatal circulation, causing dependency and ultimately withdrawal symptoms in the newborn.

In this episode you will learn:

* The complications of NAS

* Signs and symptoms of withdrawal in neonates

* Key assessments for an infant going through withdrawal

* Tests and treatments

* Important family education

Helpful Resources:

FNASS - See an example of the Finnegan Scale here

Want to study on-the-go? Then Study Sesh might be the answer you’ve been looking for!

>>> Did you find this episode helpful? Then I’d love it if you'd rate and review the podcast! And if you’re not following the show, add it to your podcast library so you never miss an episode!

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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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#262: Deep Dive into the New ATI TEAS Exam Dec 12, 2022

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In this final episode of our “Say Yes to Success” miniseries sponsored by ATI, I’m interviewing an ATI team member to answer your questions about the new ATI TEAS 7 exam!

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).

Get a discount on ATI TEAS prep materials - Use code SAN15 to get 15% off ATI TEAS prep material or packages*. Grab this deal here!
Do better with ATI! - Learn how ATI can help you get into nursing school, thrive throughout your program, and pass the NCLEX at atitesting.com.
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*Promotion cannot be combined with any other offer. Promotion only available on ATI TEAS prep products, cannot be applied to TEAS testing fees or transcripts. Promotion cannot be applied to past purchases.

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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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#261: Rheumatoid Arthritis Dec 08, 2022

Show notes

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition in which the patient’s immune system attacks healthy cells inside the joints, leading to an inflammatory state. In this episode you’ll learn:

* The pathophysiology of rheumatoid arthritis

* Who’s most at risk, including modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors

* Complications of the condition

* Signs and symptoms of RA

* Priority nursing assessments

* Tests utilized in the diagnosis and evaluation of RA

* Rheumatoid arthritis treatments, including pharmacology

* Key patient education

Helpful Resources:

Get the full episode transcript and references here.

Want to study on-the-go? Then Study Sesh might be the answer you’ve been looking for!

Get organized! Get the nursing student planner that students say keep them organized and on top of their busy nursing school schedules!

Review corticosteroids and be super ready for your next exam or day at the bedside!

Learn about hydroxychloroquine in episode 103 using the Straight A Nursing DRRUGS framework.

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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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#260: Five Things to Know About Next Gen NCLEX Dec 05, 2022

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I know nursing students have a LOT of questions about the Next Gen NCLEX, so I attended an NCSBN Conference to learn as much as I could about the changes coming for this important exam!

In the fourth episode of our “Say Yes to Success” miniseries sponsored by ATI, I’m sharing five key things I learned about Next Gen NCLEX. 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).

Use promo code SAN15 to save 15% on ATI TEAS prep materials* using this link.
Achieve your dreams with ATI! – Learn how ATI can help you get into nursing school with their comprehensive TEAS prep materials.

Listen to the other episodes in this "Say Yes to Success" miniseries:

*Promotion cannot be combined with any other offer. Promotion only available on ATI TEAS prep products, cannot be applied to TEAS testing fees or transcripts. Promotion cannot be applied to past purchases.

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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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