Straight A Nursing

In celebration of reaching ONE MILLION DOWNLOADS a few months ago, I invited my podcast listeners and nurse colleagues to call in with their best advice for new nurses and nursing students. I am so excited to share these inspiring and encouraging messages with you in this bonus episode! To everyone who recorded a message, thank you SO MUCH! It takes all of us to grow and nurture our future colleagues and I can't begin to express the impact your words had on me. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. If you left a recording but it is not included, please know I did everything I could to get all the recordings included. Unfortunately a handful had technical issues that could not be overcome. You are all amazing and I appreciate your support and words of wisdom so very much!

In this episode, I’m revealing the core subjects you should review to prepare for pharmacology. After all, it’s one of the most challenging subjects for nursing students to master because it introduces a vast amount of new material.However, the good news is, a lot of this material stems from foundation knowledge you already possess. A systematic review of some key concepts you learned in A&P can set you up for pharmacology success. So, pop in those earbuds and let’s see which subjects you should review to prepare for pharmacology.  Not in a position to take notes as you listen? No problem! Find the details here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/prepare-for-pharmacology/ Download my FREE pharmacology root/suffix cheatsheet: https://straightanursing.ck.page/6ed903cf3e And, if you really want to get prepared for nursing school, enroll in Crucial Concepts Bootcamp so you can start your program waaaaay ahead of the game. This self-paced course teaches key concepts such as dosage calculations, study strategies, how to decipher NCLEX-style questions and so much more.  Find out how you can get a free Med Surg study guide here: https://learn.straightanursingstudent.com/crucial-concepts

To all who have received acceptance letters and are starting nursing school soon...CONGRATULATIONS! I am so very excited and happy for you as you take this next big step on your journey to become a nurse.  In this episode I’ll talk you through some of the key things you can do before school even starts to get ready for nursing school, including which A&P topics to review.  And if you REALLY want to prepare in advance, enroll in Crucial Concepts Bootcamp so you can start your program waaaaay ahead of the game. This self-paced course teaches key concepts such as dosage calculations, study strategies, how to decipher NCLEX-style questions and so much more: https://straightanursing.mykajabi.com/crucial-concepts Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/when-starting-nursing-school-soon/

Today we’re talking about one of my favorite topics….shopping for nursing school supplies! With the holidays coming up, it’s the perfect time to add some must-have items to your wish list.  It includes some bigger ticket items and things that fit beautifully in a stocking. Happy shopping! Get the links to my favorites here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/nursing-school-supplies-2021/ Looking for more ways to prepare for nursing school? Crucial Concepts Bootcamp is the nursing school prep course that teaches you how to be a successful nursing student. https://learn.straightanursingstudent.com/crucial-concepts Want even more good news? You can get a FREE Med Surg study guide when you enroll with our “social share” option!

The key to feeling confident (or at least less anxious) in clinical is knowing what to do should something really scary happen. In this episode, we’ll talk through the three main types of tracheostomy emergencies and how nurses can intervene.  Looking for a way to be the most organized nursing student you can possibly be? Check out the planner designed specifically for nursing students here: www.etsy.com/shop/straightanursing Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/tracheostomy-emergencies/

This past year I've worked really hard to develop and follow a consistent morning routine. In this podcast episode, we’ll talk about the benefits of morning routines and how they can help make your life as a nurse or nursing student more balanced and organized and less chaotic and stressful. If your day typically starts in chaos, lacks focus or feels like a mad dash out the door, this episode is for you! Looking for a way to be the most organized nursing student you can possibly be? Check out the planner designed specifically for nursing students here: www.etsy.com/shop/straightanursing

We’re diving back into pediatrics in this week’s podcast and taking a look at a common childhood ailment, otitis media (otherwise known as a middle ear infection). Using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method, we’ll break down the key nursing assessments and interventions when it comes to taking care of kids with both acute and chronic infections.  Did you enjoy the PodQuiz questions at the end? Then you'll love Study Sesh, our private members-only podcast which lets you study on the go with PodQuizzes, drills, case studies and more. Check out Study Sesh at https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/study-sesh Looking for peer support from others going through the same things you are? Join the most positive and helpful nursing student group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivingnursingstudents/

Let’s talk through diltiazem, a common calcium channel blocker (CCB) using the Straight A Nursing acronym DRRUGS. You’ll see this medication used to treat hypertension, angina and tachycardic arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation.   Want to go beyond the 5-Rights of Medication Administration and BULLETPROOF your medication administration? Grab your free guide https://straightanursing.ck.page/41fbe4fe50   Love PodQuizzes? You'll loooooove Study Sesh! This private members-only podcast helps you study on the go with PodQuizzes, drills, case studies and more. Check out Study Sesh here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/study-sesh/   Looking for a way to conquer your nursing school schedule? Check out the planners we design specifically for nursing students here: www.etsy.com/shop/straightanursing   Starting nursing school soon? Grab my FREE guide, the 20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students https://straightanursing.ck.page/4d90f769dc   Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/diltiazem/

Even the most successful, rock-star nursing student has moments where they feel overwhelmed, burned out and depleted. And for good reason. Nursing school is HARD, and I want you to know that what you are feeling is absolutely normal and absolutely okay.  Listen to this very special podcast episode when you need a pep talk, when you feel like you just can’t go on, or any time you doubt your ability to get through nursing school. I. Believe. In. You. Looking for peer support from others going through the same things you are? Join the most positive and helpful nursing student group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivingnursingstudents/

Intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) is a progressive and potentially fatal condition that can initially present with subtle clinical signs that make it hard to detect. Learn the basics of IAH, what to watch for and some common approaches utilized to treat it.Links mentioned in this episode:  Bulletproof Your Patient (Episode 94) https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/podcast94/ Third-Spacing (Episode 113) https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/episode113/ Limb Ischemia/Compartment Syndrome (Episode 119) https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/episode119/ 20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students https://straightanursing.ck.page/4d90f769dc Want to be the most organized nursing student you can be? Check out our planners designed just for you! www.etsy.com/shop/straightanursing Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/when-bellies-go-bad/

Newsflash! Chest tubes do not have to strike terror into your heart! In this week’s podcast episode I’ll talk you through the basics of chest tubes, key assessments, what to watch for and what to do if things go wrong.  Ready to start planning for nursing school success? Get the 5-star rated nursing school planner that comes with easy instructions for having it printed and bound (with tabs!) www.etsy.com/shop/straightanursing Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/chest-tube-management/

Every time we post a PodQuiz the feedback is overwhelming...you guys LOVE these! This PodQuiz reviews the signs and symptoms of electrolyte imbalances.   New to PodQuizzes? In this podcast format, I ask a question then pause, giving you time to answer. I then reveal the answer...they’re flashcards for your ears!   Did you LOVE studying this way? Then check out Study Sesh, our private members-only podcast at https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/study-sesh   If you love flashcards, then you’ll love the Straight A Nursing app! Get on the notification list here: https://straightanursing.ck.page/25d7252015   Ready to start planning for nursing school success? Get the 5-star rated nursing school planner that comes with easy instructions for having it printed and bound (with tabs!) www.etsy.com/shop/straightanursing   Need a visual review? Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/electrolytes/

This week we’re diving back into Women’s Health with a look at high-risk pregnancy as it relates to the adolescent patient. The interesting thing about pregnant adolescents is that the high-risk aspect goes far beyond the physical.  Looking for more resources for nursing school? Visit www.straightanursingstudent.com Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/adolescent-pregnancy/

Phenytoin is an anti-seizure medication that is commonly asked about on exams and NCLEX. Oh, and you’ll probably see it in your nursing school clinicals, too! In this podcast episode we’ll talk through this medication using the Straight A Nursing framework DRRUGS.  Looking to go beyond the Five Rights of medication administration with my Bulletproof guide? Grab yours here and take your medication administration practice to an even higher level: https://straightanursing.ck.page/fc69f2501b Are you facing a dosage calculations exam that has you shaking in your Danskos? Enroll in Confident Calculations here: https://learn.straightanursingstudent.com/confident-calculations Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/phenytoin/

Proper delegation is a key skill you’ll need to learn as a nursing student, long before you become an actual nurse. In fact, questions about proper delegation will show up on exams and your NCLEX! In this episode, learn the basics of delegation, what makes it safe (or unsafe) and the key components you need to consider each and every time.  Looking for a way to review for nursing school exams? We’re coming out with an app that can help you do just that! Get on the waitlist here: https://straightanursing.ck.page/25d7252015 Read the show notes here: https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/delegation/