Nov 20

#450: Oxygen Toxicity

Oxygen is one of those therapies that nurses use every single day with almost every single patient. But did you know too much oxygen can actually cause harm? In this episode, you’ll learn: What oxygen toxicity is and how it develops The risk factors and causes you sh ... Show More

22m 39s

Nov 17

#449: MMM - Why Sodium and Potassium Labs Matter Before Giving Lasix

Let's start your week strong with a quick tip you can incorporate right away. In this Mo's Monday Minute shortie episode, I'm talking about labs and lasix. Tune in to review why you should always check sodium and potassium labs before giving lasix. See you there! _____________ ... Show More

7m 57s

Nov 13

ENCORE! #148: Calling a Stroke Alert

Every other week I'm republishing one of my most popular or impactful episodes and adding an update, new insight, or context that will help you benefit from it even more. This week I'm highlighting Episode 148, where I walk you through when to call a stroke alert and what happens ... Show More

23m 26s

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 MD Conquer 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 bupr ... 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