Category: Study Tips & Techniques
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Dosage Calculation: Bromocriptine
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Dosage calculation for bromocriptine is essential for managing a patient diagnosed with acromegaly. Find out how to determine the appropriate number of tablets to administer per dose based on the prescribed dosage and available tablet formulation for the initial treatment period.
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Epidural hematoma
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The nurse in the neurology unit is providing discharge teaching to a client who was treated for an epidural hematoma following a syncopal episode. Which statement by the client indicates further teaching is required?
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: ALS
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Explore essential knowledge for NCLEX® success with a focus on ALS and the critical role of Riluzole in managing glutamate levels in the brain.
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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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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Hemodialysis
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Get ready for the NCLEX® with essential knowledge on hemodialysis. Discover which statement about dialysis needs clarification and enhance your nursing skills.
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Medication effects
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Delve into a clinical case of a 67-year-old woman with intermittent palpitations and fatigue. Identify potential arrhythmias and the best treatment option for her condition.
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: SVT
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Prepare for NCLEX® success by learning to identify subjective findings in patients with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Discover key symptoms to anticipate for effective nursing care.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Epinephrine response
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Examine a clinical case of a 73-year-old man with hypotension during surgery and learn about the pharmacological mechanisms, including desensitization, affecting his response to epinephrine. Enhance your understanding of managing intraoperative hypotension effectively.
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A Quick Reference Guide to Female Reproductive Health Disorders
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Reproductive health is vital for overall well-being. Learn about common disorders such as PCOS, endometriosis, and infertility to foster open conversations and improve health outcomes. Empower yourself with knowledge and break down barriers to reproductive health discussions.
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Oxygen tank
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Get ready for your NCLEX-RN® exam by understanding home oxygen therapy. Learn to identify client statements that indicate a need for further education on the safe and effective use of oxygen tanks.
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Neck pain
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Today, let’s focus on the case of a 36-year-old woman who presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision, exhibiting significant neck pain and symptoms suggestive of cervical spine injury. Can you identify the common mechanisms of injury associated with fractures of the axis (C2) and discuss the…
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Integrative therapy
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Prepare for your NCLEX-RN® exam with this question about integrative therapy, including how to identify effective examples that enhance patient care in a primary care setting. The nurse in a primary care clinic is discussing integrative therapy with a client. Which example best represents integrative therapy? A. Massage therapy used…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Prostate nodule
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Today, we’re looking into prostate cancer, specifically exploring the most common sites of metastasis and their anatomical relevance. Can you identify these locations and discuss the underlying reasons for their prevalence? Reflect on the anatomical pathways and structures involved in the spread of this disease. Strengthen your grasp of this…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Leg pain
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Get ready for USMLE Step 2 CK with a question focusing on necrotizing soft tissue infections (NSTI). Can you describe and interpret the diagnostic workup for an adult presenting with an NSTI and identify the key diagnostic features that differentiate between NSTI, possible NSTI, and non-NSTI? Enhance your clinical skills…
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Sjögren syndrome
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Are you ready to take the NCLEX? Find out with today’s question: What test should the nurse prepare a client for to measure tear production when Sjögren syndrome is suspected? Can you select the correct assessment? The nurse in the primary care office is caring for a client suspected of…
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Neurogenic shock
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Get ready for NCLEX success with today’s question: What’s the first action the nurse should take when responding to an adult client who has fallen from a roof and is suspected of having neurogenic shock? Can you identify the priority intervention? The nurse is responding to an accident scene where…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Pancreatitis
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Today, let’s focus on USMLE Step 1, with a question on acute pancreatitis. Can you recommend the appropriate diagnostic investigations, interpret the findings to establish a diagnosis, and describe the essential treatment options? Are you able to recall and recognize the clinical features and complications associated with this condition? Sharpen…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Serum potassium
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Prepare for your USMLE Step 2 CK with a question focusing on hypokalemia in adults. Can you formulate and prioritize a differential diagnosis for a patient presenting with hypokalemia, and identify the additional tests needed to confirm your diagnoses? Enhance your clinical reasoning skills with this important assessment. A 26-year-old…
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Thrombus formation
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Prepare for NCLEX success with today’s question: Learn which medication to administer for a client with cardiomyopathy and atrial fibrillation to prevent thrombus formation. Can you identify the correct choice? The nurse on the medical unit is reviewing the medication administration record (MAR) of a client with cardiomyopathy and atrial…
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: PKU
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Prepare for NCLEX success with today’s question: Learn how phenylalanine is acquired in a pediatric client with phenylketonuria (PKU). Can you identify the correct mechanism? The nurse in the primary care office is educating the caregivers of a pediatric client with phenylketonuria (PKU). By which mechanism is phenylalanine acquired? A.…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Cardiac catheterization
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Prepare for your USMLE Step 1 with a question focusing on Eisenmenger syndrome. Can you summarize the pathophysiology of this condition and recognize its key clinical features? Sharpen your understanding of this critical cardiovascular topic! A 25-year-old man is referred to a cardiologist for evaluation for intermittent cyanosis and exercise…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Histologic analysis
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Prepare for the USMLE Step 1 exam with this detailed question about a 57-year-old woman with malaise and intermittent fevers over the past several weeks. Can you correctly identify which of the following findings is most likely to be demonstrated on histologic analysis? A 57-year-old woman presents to her primary care…
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How to Study Anatomy: Tips and Tricks from Health Professionals
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Studying anatomy is a core part of any medical education and requires a deep understanding of the intricate structures and systems of the human body. Given the complexity of the material, it’s key for you to develop effective study strategies. Here are some tips and tricks from health professionals to…
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Mumps
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Prepare for NCLEX success with today’s question: Learn the priority nursing action for a patient with mumps and orchitis. Can you choose the correct intervention? The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client newly diagnosed with mumps and orchitis. Which is the nurse’s priority action? A. Assist the client…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Blurry vision
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Prepare for the USMLE Step 1 exam with this detailed question about a 39-year-old woman experiencing progressive visual changes and muscle weakness. Linked to an anterior mediastinal mass, can you correctly identify the structure affected at the neuromuscular junction? Test your knowledge and deepen your understanding of complex neuromuscular conditions.…
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The Ultimate List of Osmosis from Elsevier Study Tips
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Osmosis from Elsevier is well known for providing innovative study tips and techniques alongside best learning practices to ease your health education journey and help you prepare for the road ahead. To make it even easier to find what you need when you need it, we’ve compiled a comprehensive collection…
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Pericardium
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Prepare for the NCLEX-RN® exam with a detailed question about the pericardium’s anatomy and physiology. Can you correctly identify and understand its role in protecting the heart?The nurse in the cardiac rehabilitation clinic has described the physiology of the pericardium to a nursing student. Click on the image to identify the…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Arthrocentesis
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Prepare for your USMLE Step 2 CK with a question focusing on the diagnosis of septic arthritis. Learn to differentiate between various causes of joint swelling based on clinical presentation and synovial fluid analysis. A 73-year-old man presents to the emergency department for evaluation of right knee pain and swelling…
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A Quick Reference Guide to Common Conditions Related to Sexual Health, Part 2: Viruses
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Maintaining sexual health is a significant factor in our overall well-being, involving the physical, emotional, mental, and social aspects tied to sexuality. It’s all about respecting, protecting, and managing our sexual rights while striving to steer clear of diseases. Dealing with unexpected infections, courtesy of various pathogens, is a common…
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NCLEX® Question of the Day: Obstructive shock
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Prepare for your NCLEX-RN® exam with a clinical question about obstructive shock management in the cardiac intensive care unit. Learn to recognize critical findings that require immediate intervention. The nurse in the cardiac intensive care unit is monitoring a client with obstructive shock. Which clinical finding should the nurse report…