logo
episode-header-image
About this episode
In this episode of the Straight A Nursing podcast, we’re breaking down the key things a nurse needs to know about peripheral neuropathy. This is a condition in which the distal nerves of the hands and feet are damaged and unable to transmit messages correctly. The result is numbness, tingling, weakness and pain (often quite severe pain!). In this episode you ... Show More
Up next
Mar 26
#476: The Real Reasons Nursing School Feels So Hard
If nursing school feels harder than you expected… you’re not alone. You studied all weekend. You walked out of the exam unsure. You feel behind even though you’re constantly studying. You were a strong student before this… and now you’re questioning everything. Here’s the truth - ... Show More
25m 23s
Mar 23
#475: MMM - What "Widening Pulse Pressure" Means
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 breaking down what "widening pulse pressure" means, why you might see it in the clinical setting and more. See you there! Episode 239 - If the fun fact I ... Show More
7m 11s
Mar 19
ENCORE! #51: The Scoop on Poop
Every other week I'm republishing one of my most popular or impactful episodes from my backlog of over 450 episodes. This week I'm highlighting Episode 51, which is about all things poop - and a reminder to treat your patients with dignity, especially when you're helping them wit ... Show More
42m 12s
Recommended Episodes
Jan 2023
Narcolepsy
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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.</span></p> <p>< ... Show More
14 m
Feb 2023
Pilonidal Disease
<p dir="ltr">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.</p> <p dir="ltr">The pilonidal disease is most com ... Show More
10m 43s
Feb 2023
Stiff Person Syndrome
<p dir="ltr">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.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode, we ... Show More
11m 1s