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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:

#259: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia NCLEX Review Dec 01, 2022

Show notes

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that causes an obstruction to the outflow of urine. In this episode, you’ll learn the basics about this condition:

* Who’s most at risk

* The complications of BPH

* Signs and symptoms

* Key assessments for BPH

* Common tests utilized in the evaluation of patients with BPH

* BPH treatments, including medications and TURP surgery

* Why TURP Syndrome happens, how it’s treated, and how we minimize the risk

* Patient education for BPH including lifestyle modifications

* Patient teaching after TURP procedure

>>> 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!

Helpful Resources:

Get the full episode transcript and references here.

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#258: How to Prepare for Finals Nov 28, 2022

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In the third episode of our “Say Yes to Success” miniseries sponsored by ATI I’m sharing 12 tried and true tips you can use to prepare for final exams.

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.
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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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#257: The Basics of Reye’s Syndrome Nov 24, 2022

Show notes

Reye’s syndrome is a rare but very serious condition that involves acute encephalopathy, cerebral edema and fatty liver failure. The pathophysiology is not fully understood but what we do know points to mitochondrial injury secondary to viral illness and the use of aspirin in young children.

In this episode you will learn:

* Who is most affected by Reye’s syndrome

* Complications of the condition

* Signs and symptoms

* Key assessments and diagnostic tests

* Nursing interventions and other treatments

* What to teach parents

>>> 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!

Helpful Resources:

Get the full episode transcript and references here.

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New Nursing Student Checklist - Get a step-by-step list of the key things to do before nursing school starts.

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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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#256: Three Things to Know about the TEAS Exam Nov 21, 2022

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If you’re heading into nursing school, there’s a good chance you’ll be taking the ATI TEAS exam as part of your application process. In this episode, I’m sharing three key things to know about the TEAS so you can be prepared and perform your best on this crucial exam!

The information I’m sharing comes straight from ATI, the creators of the TEAS exam and the sponsor of our “Say Yes to Success” series. As an ATI affiliate, I may earn a small commission when you buy from the links below (at no extra cost to you). Thank you for helping support the podcast!

Achieve your dreams with ATI! – Learn how ATI can help you get into nursing school with their comprehensive TEAS prep materials.
Get a discount on ATI TEAS prep materials - Use code SAN15 to get 15% off ATI TEAS prep material or packages at ATI Testing.

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.

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#255: Secrets 18-20 Revealed Nov 17, 2022

Show notes

In this episode, I’m finishing up the series on 20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students by revealing secrets #18, #19 and #20. Scroll to the bottom for links to all the other secrets, and a link to download them all in one handy guide.

Episode Resources:

Thriving Nursing Students: Join a Facebook group where we focus on thriving and loving nursing school!

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20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students: Get all twenty secrets in one downloadable workbook with journaling prompts so you can approach nursing school with a success mindset. You’ve got this!

You can also listen to all the episodes in this series by using the links below or searching for the episode number in your favorite podcast app:

Secret #1: Episode 174

Secret #2: Episode 181

Secret #3 and #4: Episode 185

Secret #5: Episode 187

Secret #6 and #7: Episode 189

Secret #8 and #9: Episode 193

Secret #10, #11 and #12: Episode 214

Secret #13, #14, #15 and #16: Episode 228

Secret #17: Episode 254

RATE, REVIEW AND FOLLOW!

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 :-)

Click here, scroll to the bottom, then simply tap to rate with 5 stars and select, "write a review." I'd love to hear how the podcast has helped you!

If you're not following yet, what are you waiting for? It takes just a quick moment and the episodes show up like magic every Thursday. And, when I release a bonus episode, those show up, too! You'll never miss a thing! In Apple Podcasts, just click on the three little dots in the upper right corner here.

Know someone who would also love to study with me? Share the show or share specific episodes with your classmates...when we all work together, we all succeed! On Apple Podcasts, the SHARE link is in the same drop-down as the follow link. Spread the love!

Thanks for studying with me!

Nurse Mo

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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.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#254: Accepting Feedback in Nursing School Nov 14, 2022

Show notes

If there’s one thing that’s consistent throughout all of nursing school it’s the constant feedback - on exams, in clinical, in skills lab, on assignments and in simulation lab. And yes, sometimes that feedback isn’t what we were hoping to hear and it can be really demoralizing if you let it.

But with the right mindset, you can accept even the harshest feedback without it blowing your confidence! In this episode I’m sharing some mindset tips and a new way to view feedback so that it helps you grow (even when it’s not what you want to hear).

I’m also sharing tips from ATI, the sponsor of our “Say Yes to Success” series. 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).

Save on TEAS prep materials from ATI!

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.

💕Did you love this episode? Please take a moment to follow or subscribe to the show 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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#253: Transfusing Blood with Confidence Nov 10, 2022

Show notes

Transfusing blood products is a high-risk procedure that requires careful attention to detail and excellent patient assessment skills. For this reason, any time you administer blood products you will be doing it with another RN to ensure all the safety checks have been conducted. Whether you’re a nurse wanting to boost your confidence in this area, or a student preparing for a blood transfusion check-off, this lesson is a great review of the key things you need to know. You’ll learn:

* The different types of blood products

* ABO compatibility

* The steps for performing a blood transfusion

* The signs of a transfusion reaction

* What to do when a reaction occurs

* How to monitor your patient after the transfusion

Want to maximize your learning by reading this information, too? Check out the article and references for types of blood products here, and on blood transfusion basics here.

RATE, REVIEW AND FOLLOW!

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 :-)

Click here, scroll to the bottom, then simply tap to rate with 5 stars and select, "write a review." I'd love to hear how the podcast has helped you!

If you're not following yet, what are you waiting for? It takes just a quick moment and the episodes show up like magic every Thursday. And, when I release a bonus episode, those show up, too! You'll never miss a thing! In Apple Podcasts, just click on the three little dots in the upper right corner here.

Know someone who would also love to study with me? Share the show or share specific episodes with your classmates...when we all work together, we all succeed! On Apple Podcasts, the SHARE link is in the same drop-down as the follow link. Spread the love!

Thanks for studying with me!

Nurse Mo

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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.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#252: Nurse’s Guide to Amniotic Fluid Embolism Nov 03, 2022

Show notes

Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a life threatening condition in which there is a severe reaction to the amniotic fluid and fetal debris that enter maternal circulation during the birthing process, resulting in cardiovascular collapse.

In this episode, you’ll learn about the pathophysiology and how to care for patients with amniotic fluid embolism.

Full Transcript- Read the article and view references

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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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#251: Let’s Break Down Rhabdomyolysis Oct 27, 2022

Show notes

Rhabdomyolysis is a condition in which skeletal muscle cells break down and leak their contents into the extracellular space and bloodstream. I usually saw this complex condition in the MICU due to patients who were “found down” and had been lying in one position, completely immobile, for extended periods of time.

In this episode you’ll learn:

* The causes of rhabdomyolysis (there are a lot!)

* Pathophysiology

* Rhabdomyolysis complications

* Signs and symptoms of rhabdomyolysis

* Key assessments

* Lab tests used to diagnose and monitor the condition

* Treatments

* Important education components

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Full Transcript - Read the article and view references

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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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#250: Performing a Cardiac Assessment Oct 20, 2022

Show notes

How confident are you in cardiac assessment? Learn the key components in this episode, including:

* Knowing when it’s appropriate to go beyond the head-to-toe assessment and do a full-blown cardiac assessment

* Relevant vital signs and their significance

* Questions to ask the patient

* General observations to make

* How to conduct a chest pain assessment

* How to auscultate the heart, including which side of the stethoscope to actually use

* Normal and abnormal heart sounds

* How to assess for a pulse deficit

HELPFUL LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Did you love the PodQuiz at the end? Then you’ll love Study Sesh, the podcast that helps you study on-the-go!

Read about cardiac assessment here, see images of digital clubbing and find additional links to various heart sounds.

Listen to S3 and S4 here.

RATE, REVIEW AND FOLLOW!

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 :-)

Click here, scroll to the bottom, then simply tap to rate with 5 stars and select, "write a review." I'd love to hear how the podcast has helped you!

If you're not following yet, what are you waiting for? It takes just a quick moment and the episodes show up like magic every Thursday. And, when I release a bonus episode, those show up, too! You'll never miss a thing! In Apple Podcasts, just click on the three little dots in the upper right corner here.

Know someone who would also love to study with me? Share the show or share specific episodes with your classmates...when we all work together, we all succeed! On Apple Podcasts, the SHARE link is in the same drop-down as the follow link. Spread the love!

Thanks for studying with me!

Nurse Mo

__________

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.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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