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#154: Why Immobility Is Your #1 Enemy May 20, 2021

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A key concept you will start hearing about from almost the first day of nursing school is immobility. If your vision of being a nurse had to do with getting the sick people tucked in and snug in their beds, then you are in for a surprise. As great as it sounds to tuck our patients in and let them rest, it’s actually one of the worst things we can do.

Immobility is actually enemy #1 in nursing, and for so many reasons. After you listen to this episode, you’ll be getting everyone you can up and out of bed!

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#153: What to Do in Your First Code Blue May 13, 2021

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Unless you come from a first-responder background, you’re most likely more than a little bit nervous at the thought of your first code blue. In this episode we’ll talk about what to expect when you push that little button that makes the big noise.

A look back at my first code blue (and yes, I was terrified!)
Recognizing a code blue
Responding to the code
Being prepared BEFORE the code

For the current BLS and ALCS guidelines, visit the American Heart Association website.

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#152: Introduction to Sinus Rhythms May 06, 2021

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When we talk about sinus rhythms, we’re not just talking about “normal sinus rhythm.” We’re actually talking about the standard rhythms that originate in the sinus node…could be too fast, could be too slow and could be juuuuuuust right.

In this episode we’re breaking down:

The components of a “normal” sinus rhythm
Sinus tachycardia characteristics, causes and treatment
Sinus bradycardia characteristics, causes and treatment
How to identify sinus rhythm with PACs
What exactly is sinus arrhythmia and why it’s usually no big deal
The differences between sinus block, sinus pause and sinus arrest

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#151: The Basics of Benzodiazepines Apr 29, 2021

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One of the most common and often-prescribed drug classes is that of benzodiazepines. In this podcast episode we’re talking about:

How benzodiazepines work
What conditions they are used for (there are a lot!)
Abuse and tolerance
Guidelines for safe administration
Patient teaching

Plus, I share my completely goofy but totally effective method for remembering all the side effects.

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#150: How to Recognize and Prevent Compassion Fatigue Apr 22, 2021

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A student reached out to me a few weeks ago to ask “How do you leave your work at the hospital? What do you do when a patient touches your heart, but you have to leave and go home?”

In this podcast episode we’ll be diving into compassion fatigue, what causes it, the signs, and how to prevent it.

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#149: Burn Fundamentals Apr 15, 2021

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When we’re looking at burns, we’re going to be looking at four main factors. The type of burn, the amount of surface burned, the depth of the burn and the location of the burn. We’ll dive into each of those in this episode and even do a little practice estimating TBSA.

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#148: Calling a Stroke Alert Apr 08, 2021

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When your patient has a sudden change in neurological status, it can be very scary for everyone involved. If your patient is having a stroke, their best chance for a positive outcome is TIMELY intervention. In today’s episode we’ll be talking through what happens when you call a stroke alert on your patient.

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#147.5: BONUS! 71 Questions with Nurse Mo Apr 04, 2021

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So very many of you have written emails, reviews and social media messages telling me how you listen to the podcast while you're exercising, making dinner, driving to class or doing chores around the house. For a lot of you, my voice is one you hear often throughout your program and it makes me feel like I'm along with you on your journey. I am speaking deep from within my heart when I say I absolutely LOVE being your study buddy!!

Since we spend so much time together, I thought it would be fun for you to get to know me a little more...after all, if we're going to be making dinner together or folding the laundry, we should probably also be BFFs. I hope you enjoy this as much as I enjoyed making it for you.

Thanks so much for making the podcast a part of your life and helping us reach the HUGE milestone of 2 million downloads! You're the BEST!

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#147: Let’s Talk SBAR in Nursing Apr 01, 2021

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If there’s one thing that gets nursing students and new nurses REALLY nervous (like voice shaking, sweat-on-the-forehead nervous), it’s calling the MD with a concern about your patient. You might be thinking, “What if I don’t know what to say?” or “What if they ask me a question I don't know the answer to?” or even “What if they yell at me, tell me to stop wasting their time, and hang up on me?”

Don’t worry, my friends! As usual, I have got your back :-) In this episode, we’ll be talking all about SBAR, a concise communication format used extensively in the clinical setting.

First, we’ll go over SBAR...what do all those letters represent?
I’ll give you my best tips for what to do BEFORE you use SBAR
And, we’ll see how it works in action with some SBAR scenarios

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Episode 7 - How to give end-of-shift report using SBAR

SBAR End of Shift Report - Read the article breaking down how to use SBAR for your end of shift report.

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#146: Low-Risk Labor and Delivery Mar 25, 2021

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One of the first things you’ll learn in your OB class is what’s expected in a normal, uncomplicated, low-risk labor and delivery. Once you’ve got that down, it’s much easier to conceptualize the high-risk complex L&D issues (and yes, they do get complicated!)

Today we’re talking about:

The signs an individual is in labor
Differentiating between true labor and false labor
Physiological changes during labor (both parent and baby)
The 6 Ps of labor
The stages of labor

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SHOW UPDATE: Please note that since recording this podcast I have learned that not all pregnant individuals are women and that by using terms like "mom" or "mother" I have left many of you out of the conversation, and for that I apologize. I have realized I have a knowledge gap in this area and am actively seeking to learn more so my language can be inclusive to all pregnant individuals. If this episode left you feeling like I don't see you, I want you to know that I do value you and your experience very much. I am deeply grateful to those who kindly suggested I seek more understanding in this area. As healthcare professionals, we can make such a huge impact when we seek to understand our patients, value their unique experiences and get to know them for who they are...not who we assume them to be. Again, my apologies for making assumptions and I look forward to using more inclusive language in future episodes. Warmly, Nurse Mo.

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