Author: Amber J. Dortch, FNP & Mary Roberts, BSN, MSN
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Nursing care plan
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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.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Pertussis Teaching Plan
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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.
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NCLEX®-LPN Question of the Day: Respiratory rate
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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.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Hyperpituitarism
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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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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: T1D
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A patient with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes presents with pneumonia. Learn a structured nursing approach to spotting a potential life-threatening diabetic emergency, including key assessment steps, monitoring priorities, and when to escalate care to the provider.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Cardiogenic shock
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Understand important clinical findings to watch for in patients at risk of cardiogenic shock following myocardial infarction. Early identification guides care.
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NCLEX-LPN® Question of the Day: Thalassemia
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Understand the genetic and clinical aspects of thalassemia to effectively educate patients about this blood disorder and its impact on health.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Perineal care
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Nurses performing perineal care must recognize and report critical findings promptly. Learn which abnormalities require immediate healthcare provider notification.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Sexual orientation
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Understand sexual orientation basics and correct terminology to provide respectful, informed care to diverse patients in nursing practice.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
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Effective discharge teaching after laparoscopic cholecystectomy covers lifting restrictions, incision care, expected drainage, and dietary advice to promote healing and prevent complications.
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NCLEX-LPN® Question of the Day: Bed wetting
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An 8-year-old with new bedwetting requires evaluation for recent life stressors and other causes. Understanding factors behind secondary enuresis guides nursing care.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Risk management
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A medication safety error occurs when a nurse omits barcode scanning, causing patient harm. Understand the legal implications and terminology involved in nursing practice.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Breast cancer
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What does it mean when abnormal breast cells cross the thin barrier that once contained them? Explore the pivotal microscopic change that marks a shift in tumor behavior, and why it matters for diagnosis and care.