Category: LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing)
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Ten Years of Learning by Osmosis: The All-In-One Learning Platform
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For a decade, Osmosis has transformed healthcare education through engaging videos, innovative tools, and a learner-first approach, supporting millions worldwide. Help us celebrate this important milestone!
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A History of Psychiatry: From Social Stigma to Medical Specialty
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Discover psychiatry’s journey from mystical origins and early theories to today’s cutting-edge therapies and compassionate mental health care.
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Tips to Become a Better Listener as a Healthcare Professional
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Effective listening is key in healthcare. Get practical tips to enhance your listening skills, build trust, and improve patient care without missing vital details.
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NCLEX-LPN® Question of the Day: Blood brain barrier
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Explore the components and role of the blood-brain barrier in maintaining brain health and protecting the central nervous system.
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The Top 10 Helpful Nursing Mnemonics from Osmosis
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Boost your nursing skills with top mnemonics regularly used for assessment, communication, and care planning to enhance learning and patient safety.
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A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Therapies with More Than One Person
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Learn about the various multi-person therapy modalities, their applications, and strategies to facilitate effective group dynamics and patient outcomes.
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NCLEX-LPN® Question of the Day: Dependent adult
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Which patient is most likely considered a dependent adult? Explore criteria for dependency and the nursing implications for vulnerable adult patients.
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Cómo dar malas noticias: el uso del protocolo SPIKES versus el protocolo BREAKS
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Descubre cómo los protocolos SPIKES y BREAKS guían a los profesionales de la salud para dar malas noticias de manera compasiva y efectiva.
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A History of Pediatrics: From Ancient India to Modern Medical Specialty
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Read about the foundations of pediatric medicine, from key historical milestones and breakthroughs to future directions in child health care.
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RN vs LPN: What’s the Right Role for Your Professional Goals?
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Discover the differences between registered nurses and licensed practical nurses, including schooling, training, job duties, workplace settings, and career advancement options.
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NCLEX-LPN® Question of the Day: Leukemic blast cells
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Explore a leukemia case focusing on signs linked to leukemic blast cell activity. Which clinical finding best reflects rapid cell proliferation and destruction?
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A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Complementary and Alternative Therapies
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Learn about various complementary and alternative therapies for mental health, their applications, and strategies for clinicians to support patient-centered care.
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Shift Happens: Remaining Professional When Things Get Messy
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Nurses often face messy situations involving bodily fluids. Discover strategies to maintain professionalism, protect patient dignity, and provide compassionate care.
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How to Use the New Osmosis Study Schedule Tool
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Explore the fully redesigned Osmosis Study Schedule that adapts to your learning style and busy life, helping you stay organized and motivated throughout your healthcare training.
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NCLEX-LPN® Question of the Day: Anemia risk
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Challenge your LPN nursing knowledge by identifying key risk factors for anemia in a patient with fatigue and a mechanical heart valve. Which factor increases anemia risk?
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A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Psychodynamic Therapies
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Psychodynamic therapy helps patients explore unconscious thoughts and emotions affecting behavior. Discover core concepts, techniques, and clinical applications in this guide.
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The Osmosis Ultimate Guide to the NCLEX-PN® and REx-PN®
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Discover everything you need to know about the NCLEX-PN and REx-PN, including lots of information about Next Generation NCLEX-PN, question types, the grading system, how to apply, and, most importantly, how to pass!
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The Role of Continuing Education in Healthcare: What should you focus on?
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Explore why continuing education is vital for healthcare professionals to keep up with rapid innovations, enhance clinical skills, and advance careers in today’s evolving medical landscape.
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The Osmosis Quick Reference Guides to Reproductive and Sexual Health
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Discover an essential series offering clinicians clear, concise guidance on common sexual and reproductive health conditions, enhancing patient care and clinical confidence.
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Five Summer Insects You Need to Watch Out For
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Discover which summer insects pose health risks across North America and explore effective strategies to protect yourself and your pets from bites and stings.
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Los 10 mejores adelantos médicos a través de la historia
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Explora los descubrimientos médicos clave que revolucionaron el diagnóstico, tratamiento y prevención, mejorando la salud y el bienestar de la humanidad.
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Supporting LGBTQ+ Patients Through Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
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Explore how LGBTQ+ patients face unique barriers in cancer diagnosis and treatment, and learn ways you can foster inclusivity and improve patient outcomes.
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Preventive Health Screenings for LGBTQ+ Patients: What You Need to Know
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Explore best practices for delivering inclusive healthcare to LGBTQ+ patients, focusing on key screenings, addressing disparities, and supporting mental and physical well-being.
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A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Emerging/Recent Therapies
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Stay updated on innovative mental health treatments, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), ketamine, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and DBT to offer comprehensive care for treatment-resistant mental health conditions.
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The Ultimate Guide to Transitioning from Nursing Classroom to Clinicals
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Unlock essential strategies for a successful transition from the nursing classroom to nursing clinicals with this guide, featuring tips and resources for nursing students.
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Medical Terminology Made Easy: 100 Essential Terms for Healthcare Students
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Master medical terminology essential for healthcare! Learn key terms, prefixes, and acronyms to enhance your communication and clinical skills.
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10 Examples of Outdated Heart Health Advice
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Explore ten widespread heart health myths, their origins, and current evidence to better inform patient care and personal wellness.
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Dosage Calculation: Oxytocin
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Understand the critical dosage calculations for oxytocin in labor induction at 41 weeks. Learn proper infusion rates and titration for effective outcomes.
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A Quick Reference Guide to Female Reproductive Health Disorders
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Learn about prevalent reproductive health disorders affecting female bodies, including their signs, diagnostic methods, and treatment options.
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A Quick Guide to the Best Nursing Podcasts
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Explore the best nursing podcasts for students and practicing nurses offering study tips, career guidance, clinical insights, and inspiring nursing stories.