Straight A Nursing

Nursing school success is about SO MUCH more than making the grade. It’s a complete mindset shift that helps you actually thrive, not just survive in nursing school. In this episode, we’re talking about Secret #1 of the 20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students. To get the whole set in a downloadable PDF, just go to https://straightanursing.ck.page/4d90f769dc. 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 #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 Secret #18, #19, and #20: Episode 255 __________  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 superse

Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a consumption coagulopathy that can be devastating for your patient. In this episode, learn the pathophysiology of DIC, how to recognize it, and what we do to address it (hopefully before it results in life-threatening hemorrhage). Did you enjoy the PodQuiz at the end of the episode? Sign up for Study Sesh and change the way you study! For show notes and references, view the article here. __________  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/adcho

In this episode, Nurse Mo shares key tips for how to prioritize nursing care in clinicals and on the job. View the show notes and links here: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode172/ __________  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

In this Bonus episode I talk with Chance Reaves, the founder of My Nursing Note. Join in on the conversation as I ask Chance the things students should know about working effectively with an electronic medical record (EMR). Yes, it can initially be overwhelming, but with a few tips you can be navigating and charting like a pro in no time! __________  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

In this episode you'll learn the importance of the healthcare interdisciplinary team, who it entails, and the roles of everyone involved. Click here for show notes and links: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode171/ __________  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

In this episode, Nurse Mo talks you through what you need to know about cystic fibrosis nursing care using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method. Click here for show notes and links: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode170/ __________  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

In this episode, Nurse Mo talks about the Beers list of medications. What it is, why it exists and the implications for your nursing practice. Click here for show notes and references: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode169/ __________  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

In this podcast episode, Nurse Mo talks you step-by-step through kicking nursing school math anxiety to the curb. Click here for show notes and references: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode168/ __________  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

Typically when we see an elevated lactate, our minds immediately go to “This patient must have sepsis!” But, in reality, there are a lot of reasons why a patient would have an elevated lactate that have nothing to do with a systemic inflammatory response or sepsis. So, push play to learn about the non-sepsis reasons for an elevated lactate. Full Transcript - Read the article and view references FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it taking over your life! Study Sesh - Change the way you study with this private podcast that includes dynamic audio formats that help you review and test your recall of important nursing concepts on-the-go. Free yourself from your desk with Study Sesh!  Med Surg Solution - Are you looking for a more effective way to learn Med Surg? Enroll in Med Surg Solution and get lessons on

Whatever name it goes by, your Med Surg class is the one that takes up most of your time, causes the most stress and is the most difficult adjustment to make. But it’s completely conquerable, I promise! Learning how to study in the most efficient and effective manner is the key to thriving in this class. Full Transcript - Read the article and view references FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it taking over your life! 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. Med Surg Solution - Are you looking for a more effective way to learn Med Surg? Enroll in Med Surg Solution and get l

In this extra-special bonus episode, I am talking with Kati Kleber from Fresh RN about ways students can reclaim their power and effectively deal with bullying instructors and RNs. Grab the show notes and links here: http://www.straightanursingstudent.com/interview-kati-kleber-bonus/ __________  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

What if I told you there was one thing that students do that absolutely sets them up for failure? In this week's episode we talk about negative self talk, how it sabotages your success AND what you can do about it! Read the show notes and grab the links here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/episode165/ __________  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

Feeling a little uncertain or nervous in clinical is absolutely normal...and it means you CARE about your education and your patients (go you!). But I know that students are always looking for ways to boost confidence, so I'm sharing my best tips in this week's episode. Click here for show notes and links: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/episode164/ __________  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

Ondansetron (brand name Zofran) is a very common medication you’ll see in the clinical setting, on your care plans, and sprinkled throughout nursing school exams. In this episode, we’ll go through ondansetron using the Straight A Nursing DRRUGS framework. Click here for show notes and links! https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/episode163/ __________  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

In this episode I’m sharing with you the top ten topics to review before you start your program (or head back to class after a break). Click here for show notes and links. __________  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

Are you a parent trying to figure out how to juggle nursing school AND all your responsibilities at home? In this bonus episode, I talk with Chelsea, a nursing student and mom of four amazing kids. As you can imagine, Chelsea had to come up with some pretty good systems and methods to keep her kids, life, and schoolwork on track. Pop in those earbuds and let's talk about what it's like to go through nursing school as a parent, and hear some of Chelsea's best tips and advice for getting it all done! __________  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 N

Alzheimer's Disease is the leading cause of cognitive decline in the elderly and is the form of dementia you will see most often in the clinical setting. In this episode we'll go through Alzheimer's Disease using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method. Full Transcript - Read the article and view references FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it taking over your life! Med Surg Solution - Are you looking for a more effective way to learn Med Surg? Enroll in Med Surg Solution and get lessons on 57 key topics and out-of-this-world study guides.  LATTE Method Template - Download the free LATTE Method Template so you can streamline how you study and focus on what a nurse needs to know. 

A situation you’ll need to be able to differentiate (in both clinical and on exams) is delirium vs dementia and how to care for those patients. We’ll talk about the nursing care of patients with dementia another time and focus on caring for patients with delirium in this episode. Key topics covered: * Delirium vs dementia * How to recognize delirium in your patient * Complications of delirium * Interventions for delirium For text and references: https://straightanursingstudent.com/delirium-101/ Is sitting at your desk staring at your books and computer getting you down? Then head on over to Study Sesh, the private podcast that frees you from your desk and enables you to learn while getting on with your life! https://straightanursingstudent.com/study-sesh/ __________  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 individu

In my free guide, the 20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students, secret #4 is this: successful students know what to memorize vs conceptualize. While some people may tell you to ONLY focus on learning concepts, they forget that you actually do need to memorize some things in nursing school. After all, the names of the cranial nerves aren’t concepts...they’re simply facts and yes, you MUST memorize them! In this podcast episode we’ll talk about types of information to memorize vs conceptualize, and how memorizing the right things actually helps you understand concepts better! We’ll also discuss some key memory techniques to use in nursing school. Want to memorize without staring at your notes or computer screen? Then head on over to Study Sesh, the private podcast that uses unique formats to drill drill drill that information into your brain! https://straightanursingstudent.com/study-sesh/ For text and references: https://straightanursingstudent.com/memorization-vs-conceptualization/ Want to know the other 19

One of the most important functions you will perform in the postpartum period are the assessment of and interventions for the newborn. This episode covers APGAR scoring and key nursing interventions during that critical “I’m new here!” period. Text version and references here: https://straightanursingstudent.com/apgar-scores/ Ready to change the way you study? Head on over to Study Sesh, my special private podcast that frees you from your desk so you can learn AND live your life! If you’ve loved the PodQuizzes, you’ll absolutely flip for Study Sesh! __________  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