Tag: clinical skills
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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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Making the Most of Your Time in Medical School
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Discover this medical student’s essential strategies to thrive during medical school—ranging from actively practicing self-care and volunteering to exploring passions beyond medicine.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Fetal circulation
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Get ready for the NCLEX-RN® exam with today’s question focusing on fetal circulation and its implications during patient care. Understand the critical aspects of blood flow in fetal development and the importance of recognizing physiological mechanisms in obstetric nursing. Test your knowledge and enhance your clinical skills for effective patient…
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How to Use Osmosis Quizzes to Prep for the NCLEX-RN®
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Ace the NCLEX-RN® exam by using Osmosis quizzes to develop effective study habits! Discover how to make the most of Osmosis learning tools and seamlessly integrate them into your study routine. Enhance your nursing knowledge, pinpoint areas for improvement, and boost your confidence as you prepare for exam day!
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Left knee injury
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Prep for the USMLE® Step 1 exam by exploring a clinical case involving a 21-year-old man with a left knee injury. Learn to identify the most appropriate physical examination maneuver. Strengthen your clinical assessment skills!
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Utilizing Gamification and Technology for Healthcare Education
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Explore how gamification can significantly enhance student engagement, improve knowledge retention, and create an enjoyable learning experiences, along with the best practices for implementing gamification effectively.
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How to Collaborate with Your ER Attending
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Embark on your emergency medicine clerkship with confidence by learning how to effectively collaborate with your ER attending. This guide covers essential skills for taking patient histories, understanding the flow of the emergency department, and communicating effectively with patients and colleagues. Enhance your clinical practice and build strong professional relationships…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Diaphragmatic hernia
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The nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is caring for a client diagnosed with congenital diaphragmatic hernia. The nurse should anticipate which other diagnosis for this client?
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Clerkship Tips: How to Administer a Mental Status Examination
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The Mental Status Exam (MSE) is essential for evaluating psychological functioning in clinical practice. This guide explores its components, significance, and tips for effective implementation in patient assessments, making it a valuable tool for healthcare providers across various specialties.
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How to Collaborate Effectively with Your Attending: Neurology Edition
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Welcome to your neurology clerkship! Discover key strategies for mastering patient examinations, enhancing clinical skills, and maximizing learning opportunities during this unique rotation.
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Neck pain
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Enhance your diagnostic skills and prepare effectively for the USMLE® Step 2 exam by exploring a case study involving a 36-year-old woman with acute neck pain following a motor vehicle collision.
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11 Tips for Taking a Patient History
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A comprehensive medical history is vital for an accurate diagnosis, developing personalized treatment plans, and establishing a good rapport with your patients. On today’s Osmosis blog, let’s take note of some helpful tips for recording a high-quality medical history.
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USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Second Degree Mobitz type II AV block
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Enhance your USMLE® Step 2 CK exam prep with this clinical case involving a 66-year-old woman with left-sided weakness and symptoms suggestive of cardiac issues. Test your clinical knowledge and improve your diagnostic skills for effective patient care!
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Percussion
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on percussion sounds. Which is an expected finding during percussion over an adult client’s stomach? A. Dullness B. Flatness C. Resonance D. Tympany Scroll down for the correct answer! Check out our NCLEX-RN Study Plan Guide! The correct answer to today’s NCLEX-RN® Question is……
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How to Study in Nursing School: 8 Tips from an Expert Nurse Educator
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Prepare for academic success with these eight essential study habits every nursing student should adopt! From understanding the basics to practicing NCLEX®-style questions, this guide offers practical strategies to enhance your learning experience and ensure you thrive in nursing school.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Heparin infusion laboratory findings
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Test your knowledge with today’s NCLEX-RN® question! Learn about the importance of monitoring activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) to evaluate medication effectiveness and ensure optimal patient care. Strengthen your clinical skills and prepare for success on your exam!
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How to Practice Empathy as a Nurse (and Why You Should)
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Get practical tips for developing empathetic communication skills, building rapport with patients, and enhancing overall health outcomes. Learn how to navigate challenging interactions and foster a supportive environment for your patients, ensuring they feel valued and understood throughout their healthcare journey!
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Learn Histology with New Videos on Osmosis
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Improve your understanding of histology with the Osmosis Histology video series! This comprehensive collection of videos offers clear explanations and engaging visuals to help medical, nursing, and healthcare students learn the essential histological features of various organ systems. Dive into the fascinating world of histology today!