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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Complicated grief
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a client grieving following the death of a partner. Which treatment should the nurse expect the health care provider to order first? Can you figure it out? When reviewing the treatment plan for a client experiencing complicated grief following the death of a…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Left heart failure
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A patient with left heart failure presents with shortness of breath and an S3 gallop. Learn how increased pulmonary venous pressure causes pulmonary edema and related symptoms.
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How the Gig Economy Changed the Future of Healthcare in the US
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Curious about becoming a traveling nurse, doctor, or other healthcare worker? In today’s Osmosis blog, we’re exploring some of the pros and cons of the gig economy and its effect on healthcare. Introduction Established as an easy and flexible way to add a little extra income during the…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Infant hip dysplasia
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a nurse educating clients who are pregnant and their partners. Which information should the nurse include about modifiable risk factors of hip dysplasia in infants? Can you figure it out? The nurse is educating clients who are pregnant and their partners. Which information…
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USMLE® Step 1 Exam: A Guide for International Medical Students
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Learn how international medical graduates (IMGs) can prepare for and succeed on the USMLE® Step 1 Exam.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Bicornuate uterus
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This week, we are sharing another USMLE® Step 1-style practice question to test your knowledge of medical topics. Today’s case focuses on a 73-year-old woman with shortness of breath. Past medical history is notable for hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and type II diabetes mellitus. Can you figure it out? A 32-year-old…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Burn injury
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a client who sustained a burn injury from excessive sunlight exposure. The nurse should expect the health care provider to diagnose the client with which type of burn? Can you figure it out? The nurse is caring for a client who sustained a…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Earthquake
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on an unknown number of victims after an earthquake. Which action should the nurse working in the medical-surgical unit consider a priority? Can you figure it out? A hospital is preparing to receive an unknown number of victims after an earthquake. Which action should…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Hairy leukoplakia
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This week, we are sharing another USMLE® Step 1-style practice question to test your knowledge of medical topics. Today’s case focuses on a 51-year-old woman who comes to the clinic for an assessment of a tongue lesion. Her history is significant for active IV drug use and homelessness. She was recently…
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How to Find the Right Mentor for Your Healthcare Career
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Mentors play a critical role in the lives of aspiring doctors, nurses, and other caregivers by serving as teachers, role models, advocates, and trusted advisors. In today’s Osmosis blog, find out how to choose the right mentor for your personal and professional goals. Introduction Being mentored by someone genuinely invested…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Huntington disease
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a client who has the gene mutation for Huntington disease but their partner does not. What percent chance does the client have of passing the gene to their offspring? Can you figure it out? The nurse working in the genetic counseling office is…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Schizophrenia
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Explore a challenging USMLE® Step 1-style question highlighting the dopamine pathways involved in schizophrenia and the origins of auditory hallucinations.
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A List of US-Based Medical School Scholarships
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Average medical school student debt can reach up to $200,000. Osmosis is here to help medical students avoid starting their professional life mired in loan interest. Read on for a list of US-based medical school scholarships that can help defray the steep costs for med students. Why you should apply…
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The Science of Love: How our bodies help determine attraction and commitment
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We’re taking a look at the biological processes that help us fall in love (actually), including hormones, pheromones, and how our senses help us decide who we’re attracted to.
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Peroxisomes
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This week, we are sharing another USMLE® Step 1-style practice question to test your knowledge of medical topics. Today’s case involves a 5-month-old infant who was brought to a pediatrician for evaluation of failure to thrive. Upon physical examination, the patient has a weak cry and diffuse hypotonia. Hepatomegaly is…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Supraventricular tachycardia
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a client with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Which classification of antidysrhythmic does this medication belong to? Can you figure it out? A client is prescribed amiodarone for the treatment of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) Which classification of antidysrhythmic does this medication belong to? A. Class…
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A Comprehensive List of Major Medical Education Conferences in 2023
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2023 looks to be the year we collectively return to in-person conferences and meetings. Welcome back, everyone! Take some time to discover which events best suit your professional needs. View the 2024 conference list here. Introduction Are you a dean or faculty member looking to network? A medical student or…
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How Medical Students Can Play a Vital Role in Disaster Relief Efforts
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Medical professionals play a crucial role during disasters by providing lifesaving services to affected individuals and communities. In today’s blog, Osmosis Medical Education Fellow (OMEF) Mohammad Aldalou considers how international medical students can contribute to disaster relief efforts on the ground as well as around the world. Introduction On February…
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The USMLE Step 1 Is Pass-Fail: What It Means for Medical Students
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As of January 2022, the USMLE Step 1 Exam shifted from being scored to a simple pass/fail grading structure. Learn more about the potential effects of the shift, including the benefits, challenges, and potential changes to the medical residency matching process. The road to becoming a physician is different for…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Steeple sign
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on the pathological changes noted on an X-ray for a client with croup and pneumonia. Can you figure it out? The nurse is educating a newly graduated nurse about the pathological changes noted on an X-ray for a client with croup and pneumonia. Which…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Chancroid
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Today’s USMLE Step 1 case explores what’s causing a chancroid with multiple painful genital ulcers in a 28 year old male patient visiting his primary care doctor.
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Pelvic inflammatory disease
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on the risk factors for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Can you figure it out? The nurse in the gynecology and women’s health clinic is reviewing the risk factors for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Which non-modifiable risk factor should the nurse recognize? A. Miscarriage two…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Gonorrhea
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This week, we are sharing another USMLE® Step 1-style practice question to test your knowledge of medical topics. Today’s case involves a 22-year-old woman who was diagnosed with herpes simplex genital infection two months ago. Speculum examination reveals mucopurulent discharge and a friable erythematous cervix. Cervical motion tenderness is absent. Which of…
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Everything You Ever Needed to Know About Year 2 of Medical School
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There’s a lot to balance during Year 2 of medical school. However, with proper time management skills, effective studying techniques, and a desire to continuously improve, you’ll be on the path to success in no time! Get the details in today’s Osmosis blog. After making it through that first year…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS)
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a nurse caring for a group of clients in the oncology unit. Which client is most likely to develop tumor lysis syndrome (TLS)? Can you figure it out? The nurse is caring for a group of clients on the oncology unit. Which client…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Social anxiety
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This week, we are sharing another USMLE® Step 1-style practice question to test your knowledge of medical topics. Today’s case involves a 25-year-old woman who has concerns about being socially withdrawn and has been avoiding social events at her job. Past medical history is noncontributory. Which of the following is…
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How to Encourage Self-Directed Learning to Increase Learning Outcomes
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A well-established education practice that’s evolved over the years, self-directed learning involves giving students the opportunity to manage their learning experience. Let’s take a look at some effective self-directed learning strategies in today’s Osmosis blog. Self-directed learning provides students with the agency to construct their knowledge, often in partnership with…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Hemophilia
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Today’s NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a client who is at risk for bleeding related to complications of hemophilia. Which intervention is appropriate to delegate to the assistive personnel (AP)? Can you figure it out? The nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for bleeding related…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Depression
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This week, we are sharing another USMLE® Step 1-style practice question to test your knowledge of medical topics. Today’s case focuses on a 38-year-old man who got laid off from work and could no longer concentrate long enough to write poems, which he loved doing in the past, decreased in…
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How to Navigate Group Projects in Medical School Like a Pro
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How do you feel about being assigned to a group project? Osmosis Medical Education Fellow, Joy Mueni Muli, offers some helpful tips to make your next group project experience more enjoyable, collaborative, and productive on our latest blog. What goes through your mind when an instructor tells you that you’ll…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Type 2 diabetes mellitus
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Which laboratory test provides the most accurate insight into a client’s adherence to their Type 2 diabetes treatment regimen over several months?
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How to Provide Culturally Responsive Care to Gender-Diverse Communities
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Today’s Osmosis blog offers helpful tips and guidance on how doctors, nurses, and other caregivers can best provide culturally responsive care to patients across the gender identity spectrum. Adapted from the Hippocratic oath, “first, do no harm” is a phrase that’s well-known among both medical students and physicians. One of…
