Jun 11

Know These 8 Labs Before Your First Day of Clinical - ENCORE! #329

Want to start clinicals with more confidence? Walking in, already knowing these 8 common labs inside and out will definitely give you an edge when it comes to interpreting your patients lab results and understanding important components of their care plan. Still nervous about sta ... Show More

52m 47s

Jun 8

#492: MMM - Why Low Albumin Causes Edema

If you've ever wondered why your patients with low albumin also have edema, hit play and I'll explain. You'll see that the "why" behind this connection makes total sense and it will stick with you forever. This is a quick episode that covers what albumin is and does in the body, ... Show More

8m 6s

Jun 4

#491: The Overstudying Trap

If you can relate to feeling like your mind has blanked while you're taking your nursing school exams despite studying all weekend going through your notes, rewatching lectures, and rewriting your study guides, I'd bet that you've fallen in to something I call the overstudying tr ... Show More

29m 17s

May 2023

Another Pain in the Gluteus Maximus

This week's podcast will point out the pain in the butt (gluteus maximus). Where we will explore key aspects of this pain known as Piriformis Syndrome. The main points of this podcast will be the anatomy and the role of the piriformis muscle. Along ... Show More

10m 32s

Jun 2019

Approach to Low Back Pain - Medical and Nursing Student Lecture

In this podcast we talked about the causes and workup on low back pain. Whether you’re a medstudent or nursing student, you’ll learn a lot on this podcast. Be sure to check out medicalbasics.com for more educational resources! Prefer Video? Check out the youtube video: https://yo ... Show More

5m 35s

Jul 2016

What Medications Do I Need To Know As a Nurse?

We hear from students all the time that their nursing program is cutting the pharmacology course . . . This drives me CRAZY! Pharmacology is one of the biggest components of our job as nurses and it is vital that we understand it well. I wish nursing schools would focus on teachi ... Show More

12m 22s

Feb 2023

Pilonidal Disease

Have you ever watched a video of a doctor pop a pimple/cyst? These videos are some of the most popular videos that people watch. However, there are some that should never be popped such as the pilonidal cyst/disease. The pilonidal disease is most com ... Show More

10m 43s

Nov 2022

#366 Opioid Use Disorder and Acute Pain in the Hospitalized Patient

With Carolyn Chan MD and Shawn Cohen MDConquer acute pain in the hospitalized patient with opioid use disorder! It’s challenging to treat opioid withdrawal and acute pain simultaneously. This episode features clinical pearls on prescribing methadone, buprenorphine, low-dose bupre ... Show More

1h 2m

Jan 2023

Narcolepsy

Some of us release the stress of the day by working out, venting to friends/family, shopping (like in the movies) and/or taking a nap. Lots of naps. Some could be uncontrollable sleepiness which might be classified as narcolepsy. < ... Show More

14 m

Aug 2023

Float Pool Nursing: Pros, Cons, and Crafting the Perfect Float Nurse

Have you ever wondered what float pool nursing is like? These nurses fill staffing gaps throughout various units in the hospital, meaning no two days are the same. Listen in as I discuss what float pool nursing is, it's pros and cons, and who would make an ideal float pool nurse. ... Show More

28m 3s

Feb 2023

Stiff Person Syndrome

Imagine having your muscles progressive stiffen, then become rigid and spasm which leads to impaired movement. This is a very rare condition that affects one in a million people. This condition is known as Stiff Person Syndrome. In this episode, we ... Show More

11m 1s

Sep 2022

Integrative Medicine for Pain Management in Oncology: SIO-ASCO Guideline

An interview with Dr. Jun Mao from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, NY, lead author on "Integrative Medicine for Pain Management in Oncology: SIO-ASCO Guideline." Dr. Mao reviews the recommendations on integrative approaches, such as acupuncture, yoga, reflexol ... Show More

18m 26s

May 2023

When Pancreatitis Isn't Just a GI Condition: A Nursing Guide with Nurse Mo

In this episode, Nurse Mo from the Straight A Nursing will delve into pancreatitis - its definition, causes, pathophysiology, and its impact on various systems of the body despite being categorized as a gastrointestinal condition. Additionally, we will discuss significant assessm ... Show More

29m 44s

#309: Pain Essentials for Nursing