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  • Small Communication Choices That Improve Patient Care

    Small Communication Choices That Improve Patient Care

    Small communication choices can have a lasting impact on patient trust, understanding, and care experiences. Discover practical strategies for creating more respectful, empathetic, and patient-centered interactions.

  • USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Breast cancer exam

    USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Breast cancer exam

    May 11, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Rowan Bell, MD

    A 50-year-old woman presents with a persistent itchy breast rash and skin changes, including peau d’orange, dimpling, nipple retraction, and fixation of the breast. What’s the diagnosis?

  • 17 Patient Positions Nurses Need to Know & How to Use Them 

    17 Patient Positions Nurses Need to Know & How to Use Them 

    May 8, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 1, 2026

     — 

    Magdalena Campolongo, BSN, RN, Mary Roberts, MSN, RN & Lisa Miklush, PhD, RN, CNS

    Positioning is about more than comfort; it directly impacts patient safety, breathing, and outcomes. Discover 17 essential nursing positions, when to use them, and critical safety considerations every nurse must know.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Health literacy

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Health literacy

    May 6, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Janine Eagon, MS, APNP, CNS, RNC-OB

    Review this RN-focused look at promoting health literacy through plain-language materials, visuals, and timely follow-up, with practical tips for effective patient education.

  • The History of Nursing: From Early Caregiving to Professional Practice

    The History of Nursing: From Early Caregiving to Professional Practice

    May 5, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 3, 2026

     — 

    Lynda Malcolm, MD, JD

    From ancient healers to modern healthcare leaders, nursing has transformed medicine through compassion, science, and innovation. Explore how this essential profession continues to shape the future of care.

  • USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Cutaneous findings

    USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Cutaneous findings

    May 4, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

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    Rowan Bell, MD

    Review this clinical case of a cutaneous wound in an elderly patient with limited mobility, highlighting how pressure ulcer staging guides management decisions and care plans. What’s next in patient management?

  • USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Gastrointestinal ischemia

    USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Gastrointestinal ischemia

    Apr 29, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

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    Rowan Bell, MD

    Learn from this clinical case highlighting why certain gut regions are more vulnerable when perfusion drops, how watershed zones operate, and how clinicians use pathophysiology and reasoning to treat the issue.

  • How to Smash Your Pediatric Rotation (What Actually Matters)

    How to Smash Your Pediatric Rotation (What Actually Matters)

    Apr 28, 2026

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     — 

    Lynda Malcolm, MD, JD

    Pediatric rotations can feel overwhelming, but the real challenge isn’t what you think. Learn the mindset, skills, and strategies that separate stressed students from confident, high-performing clinicians.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Culturally competent care

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Culturally competent care

    Apr 27, 2026

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    Jul 14, 2026

     — 

    Mary Roberts, BSN, MSN

    When culturally competent care situations arise in diverse patient populations, a practical approach matters. Learn how nurses structure history, apply key cultural clues, and design respectful care plans that honor beliefs while ensuring safe, effective treatment and clear communication.

  • 10 Remarkable Medical Breakthroughs from the Last Decade

    10 Remarkable Medical Breakthroughs from the Last Decade

    Apr 24, 2026

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     — 

    Lynda Malcolm, MD, JD

    Healthcare is entering a transformative era driven by biotechnology, AI, and digital health. Discover the innovations reshaping diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, along with what they signal for the future of medicine.

  • PANCE® Question of the Day: Symptomatic cholelithiasis

    PANCE® Question of the Day: Symptomatic cholelithiasis

    Apr 22, 2026

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    Jun 30, 2026

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    Rowan Bell, MD & Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD

    A postoperative patient develops shortness of breath after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Learn practical, evidence-based strategies to prevent atelectasis during the recovery period, focusing on movement, breathing support, and monitoring.

  • Surgery Shelf Exam: How to Study Less and Score Better

    Surgery Shelf Exam: How to Study Less and Score Better

    Apr 21, 2026

     — Updated: 

     — 

    Mike Klug, DO

    Learn how to study efficiently for the Surgery shelf exam by focusing on high-yield topics, and avoiding the biggest mistakes students make during their surgical rotation.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Depression

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Depression

    Apr 20, 2026

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    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Amber Dortch, FNP

    This NCLEX-RN® question of the day explores how nurses evaluate and implement a plan of care for a patient with depression, emphasizing pharmacologic and psychotherapeutic strategies, patient participation, and the therapeutic nurse-patient relationship.

  • How to Become a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)

    How to Become a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)

    Apr 17, 2026

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     — 

    Kristine Gromlovits, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC

    Find out what it takes to become a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), from RN licensure to specialized forensic training. Explore certification pathways, essential skills, and the critical role SANEs play in trauma-informed care and evidence collection.

  • COMLEX® Question of the Day: Tight iliotibial band

    COMLEX® Question of the Day: Tight iliotibial band

    Apr 15, 2026

     — Updated: 

     — 

    Rowan Bell, MD

    When IT band pain crops up in runners, a practical approach matters. Learn how DO clinicians structure history, apply key exam clues, and design conservative treatment plans that help athletes recover without unnecessary downtime.

  • Before You Wear the White Coat: The Powerful History of DOs

    Before You Wear the White Coat: The Powerful History of DOs

    Apr 14, 2026

     — Updated: 

     — 

    Lynda Malcolm, MD, JD

    Trace the emergence of osteopathic medicine from 19th-century reform to a modern, nationwide profession. Learn how DOs integrate hands-on osteopathic manipulation with a holistic, patient-centered approach that complements traditional medical training.

  • NCLEX® LPN Question of the Day: Type II diabetes mellitus

    NCLEX® LPN Question of the Day: Type II diabetes mellitus

    Apr 13, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Donna Bacchus, PhD, RN

    When risk factors for type 2 diabetes crop up in an EHR, a practical approach matters. Find out how nurses structure a patient history, apply key risk indicators, and design preventive strategies to help patients reduce risk and improve outcomes in today’s NCLEX LPN question of the day.

  • How to Go from Question to Clarity in Seconds with Osmosis AI 

    How to Go from Question to Clarity in Seconds with Osmosis AI 

    Apr 10, 2026

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    May 1, 2026

     — 

    Maddison Caterine, MSc, MB, BCh, BAO

    Osmosis AI delivers clear, structured explanations from trusted Elsevier content, keeps you focused, and guides your next steps to build clinical judgment and exam readiness without compromising accuracy or critical thinking.

  • USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Head trauma

    USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Head trauma

    Apr 8, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

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    Rowan Bell, MD

    A child arrives after a sledding accident with head trauma. The next steps hinge on a structured neuro exam and objective severity assessment. What’s next?

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Diabetic ketoacidosis

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Diabetic ketoacidosis

    Apr 6, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Abbi Lamparelli, MSN, RN, CMSRN

    This nursing question of the day examines how gastroenteritis affects diabetes care and patient outcomes, highlighting symptoms, adherence, and access to care in shaping management decisions.

  • Lista final de consejos de estudio por Osmosis de Elsevier

    Lista final de consejos de estudio por Osmosis de Elsevier

    Apr 3, 2026

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    Jul 14, 2026

     — 

    Stephanie Stevens (author) & Araceli Perez (translator)

    Una guía práctica en español sobre cómo Osmosis de Elsevier reúne consejos y técnicas de aprendizaje para destacarte en salud, prepararte para exámenes USMLE/NCLEX y triunfar en prácticas clínicas y rotaciones. Aprenderás a adaptar métodos a tu estilo, priorizar lo esencial y mantener la motivación a lo largo del programa.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Nursing care plan

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Nursing care plan

    Apr 1, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Amber J. Dortch, FNP & Mary Roberts, BSN, MSN

    Learn how RNs structure conversations, identify ethical cues, and design patient-centered care plans that empower patients to express their goals and preferences, guiding compassionate and safe care.

  • USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Chronic cough

    USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Chronic cough

    Apr 1, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Rowan Bell, MD

    A histology image reveals a granulomatous lesion with central necrosis. Learn how caseating granulomas develop, how to distinguish infectious etiologies from other causes, and how to integrate histology with clinical context to sharpen differential diagnosis and clinical reasoning.

  • 10 Educator Tips for Identifying and Addressing Learning Gaps

    10 Educator Tips for Identifying and Addressing Learning Gaps

    Mar 31, 2026

     — Updated: 

     — 

    Jessica Kromer

    Educators learn to spot learning gaps early, tailor targeted supports, and reduce stigma, empowering medical trainees with momentum and confidence. This evidence-based approach blends formative assessment, precise feedback, and collaborative strategies to foster growth, resilience, and lifelong learning in a demanding training environment.

  • Dosage Calculation: Vancomycin

    Dosage Calculation: Vancomycin

    Mar 30, 2026

     — Updated: 

     — 

    Amber Dortch, FNP

    Tackle this IV infusion rate problem and learn a reliable method for accurate, safe medication administration in a busy clinical setting.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Pertussis Teaching Plan

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Pertussis Teaching Plan

    Mar 25, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Amber J. Dortch, FNP & Mary Roberts, BSN, MSN

    An RN guides the mother of a child with pertussis through a structured teaching plan, covering home care for cough, vaccination schedule, infection-control practices, and when to seek urgent care.

  • How to Smash Your Surgery Rotation (What Actually Matters)

    How to Smash Your Surgery Rotation (What Actually Matters)

    Mar 24, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Mar 25, 2026

     — 

    Lynda Malcolm, MD, JD

    Use this practical guide for medical students to navigate your surgery rotation, including making important shifts in your mindset, developing sustainable habits, and focusing on high-leverage skills to stay capable and resilient.

  • USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Dysuria

    USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Dysuria

    Mar 23, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Rowan Bell, MD & Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD

    Follow the case of a 30-year-old woman with four days of dysuria, urgency, and suprapubic tenderness as clinicians review history, exam findings, and urinalysis results to navigate the differential and why certain tests guide decision-making.

  • Internal Medicine Shelf Exam: How to Study Less and Score Better

    Internal Medicine Shelf Exam: How to Study Less and Score Better

    Mar 20, 2026

     — Updated: 

     — 

    Mike Klug, DO

    Translate your daily ward experience into shelf exam success while staying grounded during your IM rotation with this realistic, high-yield guide to conquering the Internal Medicine shelf exam study period.

  • PANCE® Question of the Day: Fatigued and cold

    PANCE® Question of the Day: Fatigued and cold

    Mar 18, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Rowan Bell, MD & Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD

    A 32-year-old woman presents with months of fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, and constipation. Explore a structured approach to evaluating suspected thyroid disorders, including which tests to order next and how antibody testing helps clarify autoimmune involvement.

  • Osmosis Product Updates: 2026

    Osmosis Product Updates: 2026

    Mar 17, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jul 14, 2026

     — 

    Steph Stevens

    Discover the ways Osmosis is evolving throughout the year! Learn about new features, content, badges, and helpful playlists to streamline planning and make your study experience more effective.

  • NCLEX®-LPN Question of the Day: Respiratory rate

    NCLEX®-LPN Question of the Day: Respiratory rate

    Mar 16, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Amber J. Dortch, FNP & Mary Roberts, BSN, MSN

    An LPN reviews respiratory rates across multiple ages to determine which readings are abnormal. Explore how to apply age-specific normative ranges, ensure accurate counting, and interpret results to guide patient care and nursing decisions in acute settings.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Hyperpituitarism

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Hyperpituitarism

    Mar 11, 2026

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Amber J. Dortch, FNP & Mary Roberts, BSN, MSN

    A nurse reviews hyperpituitarism concepts in a clinical teaching scenario, focusing on common causes, hereditary links, and risk factors. Learn how to structure patient education and clinical discussions to cover the endocrine condition, its assessment, and appropriate nursing considerations.

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