Category: Registered Nursing (RN)
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Understanding PTSD: A helpful guide for health professionals
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Approximately 6% of US adults develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during their lifetime. A sometimes debilitating mental health condition that develops after someone has experienced or witnessed a terrifying, dangerous, or shocking event, PTSD symptoms generally persist for more than one month and include reliving the traumatic event, avoidance of reminders of the experience, and…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Skin layer
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Test your NCLEX knowledge: Which skin layer has blood vessels and nerves? A nurse is conducting a community event for a group of 8-year-olds and is describing different parts of the human body. Which skin layer should the nurse identify as the one that contains blood vessels and nerve endings…
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Social Determinants of Health: Economic Stability
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Learn about the impact of economic stability on health, the challenges faced by underserved populations, and strategies to improve healthcare access and equity.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Research ethics
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Test your knowledge with this NCLEX Question of the Day: Understand the principles of research ethics for a study on reducing indwelling urinary catheter time in post-surgical clients. The nurse is preparing to conduct a research study on methods to reduce indwelling urinary catheter time for post-surgical clients. Which principle(s)…
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A Quick Reference Guide to Common Conditions Related to Sexual Health, Part 1: Bacterial Infections
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Understanding bacterial infections is essential for maintaining sexual health and overall well-being. This quick reference guide covers common conditions such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, detailing their symptoms, diagnostic approaches, and effective treatment strategies. Equip yourself with the knowledge to promote better health outcomes and engage in informed conversations about…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Arterial blood gas
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A diabetic patient arrives with altered mental status and abnormal ABG results. Learn how to interpret these values and identify the most likely disorder.
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How to Empower Nurses to Lead the Way in Global Healthcare
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Learn about key strategies for nurses to become leaders in global healthcare by developing skills, advocating for change, and utilizing emerging technologies.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Sacrum injury
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In this NCLEX-RN question, explore the immediate nursing action required for a newly admitted client with a Stage I pressure injury on the sacrum. The nurse in the emergency department notes a stage I pressure injury on the sacrum of a newly admitted client. Which action should the nurse take first?…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Varicella zoster
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Test your knowledge with this NCLEX Question of the Day: Which action(s) should the nurse take to minimize the risk of spreading infection to other patients and staff? The nurse in the medical unit is caring for a client on contact precautions for varicella zoster. Which action(s) should the nurse…
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Understanding Mood Disorders: A helpful guide for health professionals
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Mental health awareness has been on the rise, with more people educating themselves on different mental health conditions, sharing their experiences with living with mental illness on social media, along with an increase in the development of new public health programs to improve access to valuable resources. Mental health is…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
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Test your knowledge with this NCLEX Question of the Day! Discover why evaluating glucose levels first is essential to prevent complications. The nurse notes the pharmacy is late sending up a dose of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for a client who has been receiving it for several months. Which action…
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Social Determinants of Health: Health Care Access and Quality
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Explore how social determinants like healthcare access and quality affect patient outcomes and what you can do to promote equity as a clinician.
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Top 10 Medical Myths: What Your Patients Should Know
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Does chewing gum stays in your stomach for seven years and does sugar makes kids hyperactive? Share these ten top medical misconceptions to foster informed discussions and enhance patient trust.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Oral symptoms
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In today’s NCLEX Question of the Day, a nurse in a community health clinic assesses a client reporting various oral symptoms. Test your knowledge by matching descriptions of abnormal oral conditions with their corresponding terms. Let’s dive in! The nurse in the community health clinic is conducting an assessment on…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Outer canthus
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Sharpen your nursing skills with this interactive NCLEX question on identifying eye anatomy, specifically the outer canthus, crucial for conjunctivitis assessment. The nurse is caring for a patient with suspected conjunctivitis. Identify the outer canthus in the image. Scroll down for the correct answer! The correct answer to today’s NCLEX-RN® Question…
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Understanding Anxiety Disorders: A helpful guide for health professionals
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We all experience feelings of nervousness, worry, fear, or anxiety to the point of discomfort and distress at various points in our lives. Anxiety is a normal response to fear-provoking situations. However, for people who live with an anxiety disorder, these feelings are excessive, persistent, and disrupt the flow of daily…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Coagulation lab
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Prepare for the NCLEX with a question on coagulation lab tests. Learn to identify increased bleeding risk, like a high PTT of 108 seconds, critical for patient safety and surgery readiness. The nurse is reviewing coagulation lab test results for a patient who is scheduled for surgery later in the…
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A Quick Reference Guide to Common Conditions Associated with Long Covid
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Understanding the common conditions associated with Long COVID is crucial for effective patient care and recovery. This guide explores persistent symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive issues, and dysautonomia, along with evidence-based management strategies to support patients in their healing journey. Equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Prepare for the NCLEX with this question! Learn priority interventions for caring for a child newly diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including collaboration with speech therapists, monitoring developmental milestones, preparing for behavioral therapy, educating caregivers about epilepsy signs, and providing information on nutritional supplements. The nurse is caring for…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Anxiety
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Prepare for the NCLEX with this question! Learn about nursing interventions for a college student experiencing anxiety. Understand the priority interventions for managing generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) effectively. The nurse is caring for a college student who reports feeling anxious and is struggling to adjust to life away from home.…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Multiple myeloma
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Nursing interventions for a patient with multiple myeloma undergoing chemotherapy and experiencing chronic pain are essential. This NCLEX question delves into prioritizing care, including medication administration, pain assessment, and monitoring for side effects like hyperglycemia. Test your understanding of oncology nursing with this scenario-based question.The nurse in the oncology unit…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: IV administration
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Learn about IV medication administration in labor and delivery units, including monitoring both mother and fetus for safety and effectiveness. The nurse in a labor and delivery unit is teaching a student nurse about IV medication administration. Which statement(s) by the student nurse indicate(s) understanding of the education? Select all that…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
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Discover nursing priorities for a child with DKA and signs of altered breathing. Learn to assess leukemia outcomes based on infection control measures. This NCLEX question of the day covers the topic and provides essential information for nursing students and professionals. The nurse in the intensive care unit is caring…
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Dosage Calculation: Furosemide
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Learn how to accurately calculate and prepare the correct furosemide IV push dose for a patient with congestive heart failure using clear nursing math principles.
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Time Management 101: How to get (and stay) organized while you’re in school
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Overwhelmed by the pace of healthcare training? Discover time management tools like the Eisenhower matrix and active learning to boost focus, reduce stress, and improve retention.
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A Quick Reference Guide to Signs and Symptoms Associated with Diabetes Mellitus
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Learn to identify common signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus, including hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, acanthosis nigricans, and vascular changes, to improve diagnosis and care.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Bacterial pneumonia
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Prepare for your NCLEX exam with this question of the day on bacterial pneumonia. Test your knowledge on oxygen saturation and the use of supplemental oxygen. The nurse is caring for a 70 year-old patient admitted to the hospital from a skilled nursing facility for treatment of bacterial pneumonia. Based…
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Social Determinants of Health: Education Access and Quality
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Learn about the vital role of education in health outcomes, the challenges of educational disparities, and strategies to promote equitable access.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Borderline personality disorder (BPD)
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Prepare for the NCLEX® with this question of the day focusing on borderline personality disorder, lithium, and mood disorders. Test your knowledge and review key concepts. The nurse in the behavioral health emergency department is caring for a patient with borderline personality disorder (BPD). Which finding from the electronic health…
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Dosage Calculation: Lorazepam
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Dosage calculation for lorazepam is important for the treatment of anxiety disorder in the emergency department. Learn about the appropriate dosage and considerations for administering this medication. The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a patient with anxiety disorder. The healthcare provider orders 1 mg lorazepam PO every…