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  • 5 Powerful Ways to Reduce Implicit Bias for Better Patient Care

    5 Powerful Ways to Reduce Implicit Bias for Better Patient Care

    Implicit bias can shape clinical interactions and treatment decisions without conscious intent. Explore practical ways clinicians and caregivers can recognize assumptions, challenge blind spots, and support more equitable patient care.

  • How to Use Osmosis Quizzes to Prep for USMLE® Step 2

    How to Use Osmosis Quizzes to Prep for USMLE® Step 2

    May 28, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 21, 2026

     — 

    Mike Klug, DO

    Prepare for USMLE Step 2 with expert tips on clinical focus, quiz use, time management, and self-care to maximize retention and exam success.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Atelectasis

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Atelectasis

    May 28, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 16, 2026

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    Paige Randall, PhD, MS, RN, CNE & Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    Explore today’s NCLEX-RN® question about preventing arterial atelectasis and enhance your nursing skills with detailed patient teaching explanations!

  • USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Hypertension smoker

    USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Hypertension smoker

    May 28, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 16, 2026

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    Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD & Team

    Dive into today’s USMLE® Step 2 CK question about a hypertensive smoker and learn the vital next steps in the patient’s care.

  • Making the Most of Your Time in Medical School

    Making the Most of Your Time in Medical School

    May 23, 2025

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    Sep 4, 2025

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    Roxana-Elena Busioc

    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.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Arterial embolism

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Arterial embolism

    May 21, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 16, 2026

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    Paige Randall, PhD, MS, RN, CNE & Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    Explore today’s NCLEX-RN® question about arterial embolisms and test your understanding of angioscopy procedures with detailed explanations.

  • USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Coronary angiography

    USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Coronary angiography

    May 21, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 16, 2026

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    Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD & Team

    Delve into today’s USMLE® Step 1 question on a post-MI patient with chest pain and uncover the common adverse effects of antiplatelet therapy.

  • Preventive Health Screenings for LGBTQ+ Patients: What You Need to Know

    Preventive Health Screenings for LGBTQ+ Patients: What You Need to Know

    May 19, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Sep 23, 2025

     — 

    Lynda Malcolm, MD, JD

    Explore best practices for delivering inclusive healthcare to LGBTQ+ patients, focusing on key screenings, addressing disparities, and supporting mental and physical well-being.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Abnormal pulse

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Abnormal pulse

    May 14, 2025

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    Jul 16, 2026

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    Paige Randall, PhD, MS, RN, CNE & Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    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…

  • USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: RBC transfusion

    USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: RBC transfusion

    May 14, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 16, 2026

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    Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD & Team

    Explore today’s clinical case on managing red blood cell transfusion complications and the critical steps for patient care.

  • A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Emerging/Recent Therapies

    A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Emerging/Recent Therapies

    May 13, 2025

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    Jan 8, 2026

     — 

    Jennice Lavergne, MD

    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.

  • Memorización activa: la técnica más efectiva de aprendizaje de alto rendimiento

    Memorización activa: la técnica más efectiva de aprendizaje de alto rendimiento

    May 9, 2025

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    Jul 14, 2026

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    Michael Owen (author) & Araceli Perez (translator)

    La memorización activa potencia tu aprendizaje al forzar la recuperación de información. Descubre cómo esta técnica supera a la lectura pasiva y mejora tu rendimiento académico.

  • Celebrating Five Years of the Raise the Line Podcast: Illuminating Ways to Create a Better Healthcare System

    Celebrating Five Years of the Raise the Line Podcast: Illuminating Ways to Create a Better Healthcare System

    May 7, 2025

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    Sep 23, 2025

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    Michael Carrese, BA

    Join us in celebrating five years of the Raise the Line podcast, featuring engaging conversations with healthcare leaders on improving health systems and education.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Fetal circulation

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Fetal circulation

    May 7, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 16, 2026

     — 

    Paige Randall, PhD, MS, RN, CNE & Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    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…

  • USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Left heel pain

    USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Left heel pain

    May 7, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 16, 2026

     — 

    Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD & Team

    Explore today’s USMLE® Step 1 question focusing on left heel pain to enhance your diagnostic skills!

  • The Art of Feedback: Fostering Growth in Healthcare Education

    The Art of Feedback: Fostering Growth in Healthcare Education

    May 6, 2025

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    Sep 23, 2025

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    Jessica Kromer

    Discover the importance of feedback in healthcare education and explore best practices to foster growth, collaboration, and effective learning in your students.

  • The Ultimate Guide to Transitioning from Nursing Classroom to Clinicals

    The Ultimate Guide to Transitioning from Nursing Classroom to Clinicals

    May 5, 2025

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    Jul 8, 2026

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    Maria Pfrommer, DNP, Ph.D., FNP-BC, RN

    Unlock essential strategies for a successful transition from the nursing classroom to nursing clinicals with this guide, featuring tips and resources for nursing students.

  • Dosage Calculation: Alirocumab

    Dosage Calculation: Alirocumab

    May 5, 2025

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    Oct 2, 2025

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    Amber Dortch, FNP

    Discover the importance of medication reconciliation in patient care as a home health nurse. This guide focuses on the administration of alirocumab for managing elevated LDL levels, detailing how to accurately calculate dosages and ensure safe handling of medications for optimal patient outcomes.

  • USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Hematochezia

    USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Hematochezia

    Apr 30, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 16, 2026

     — 

    Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD & Team

    Prep for the USMLE® Step 2 CK exam with this clinical case involving a 46-year-old woman presenting with hematochezia and abdominal discomfort. Learn to identify the most significant risk factor related to her condition, focusing on the importance of family history in diagnosing potential hereditary cancer syndromes. Strengthen your clinical…

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Sebaceous glands

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Sebaceous glands

    Apr 30, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 29, 2026

     — 

    Paige Randall, PhD, MS, RN, CNE & Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    Study for the NCLEX-RN® exam with today’s question focusing on the functions of sebaceous glands. Discover why these glands are essential overall skin health. Test your understanding and improve your clinical skills in dermatology nursing!

  • A History of Emergency Medicine: From Ancient Egypt to Professional Specialty

    A History of Emergency Medicine: From Ancient Egypt to Professional Specialty

    Apr 29, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Sep 23, 2025

     — 

    Lynda Malcolm, MD, JD

    Discover the evolution of emergency medicine, tracing its roots from ancient trauma care to today’s advanced ER practices, highlighting key figures and innovations.

  • USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Tramadol

    USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Tramadol

    Apr 23, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 29, 2026

     — 

    Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD & Team

    Enhance your USMLE® Step 2 CK exam preparation with today’s case study of a 50-year-old woman experiencing symptoms of serotonin syndrome after tramadol use. Learn to recognize the clinical signs and understand the critical role of medication interactions in diagnosing this potentially life-threatening condition.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Septic shock

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Septic shock

    Apr 23, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 29, 2026

     — 

    Paige Randall, PhD, MS, RN, CNE & Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    Prep for the NCLEX-RN® exam with today’s question focused on septic shock and patient discharge recommendations. Identify the correct patient statements to reflect a clear understanding of health promotion strategies.

  • How to Balance Your Academic and Personal Life in Medical School

    How to Balance Your Academic and Personal Life in Medical School

    Apr 22, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Apr 30, 2025

     — 

    Anjolaoluwa Awe

    Discover essential tips for maintaining balance in medical school by addressing mental, physical, and relational well-being to enhance your overall health.

  • Dosage Calculation: Insulin lispro

    Dosage Calculation: Insulin lispro

    Apr 21, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Oct 2, 2025

     — 

    Amber Dortch, FNP

    Prepare for effective HIV management in pediatric patients by mastering abacavir dosage calculations. Learn how to determine the correct volume of oral solution to administer based on the patient’s weight and prescribed dosage frequency for optimal treatment outcomes.

  • A Short History of Vaccines: From Smallpox to COVID

    A Short History of Vaccines: From Smallpox to COVID

    Apr 17, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Sep 23, 2025

     — 

    Lynda Malcolm, MD, JD

    Learn the pivotal role of vaccines in combating infectious diseases and the evolution of vaccination from variolation to mRNA technology in modern medicine.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Diabetic neuropathy

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Diabetic neuropathy

    Apr 16, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 29, 2026

     — 

    Paige Randall, PhD, MS, RN, CNE & Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    Prep for the NCLEX-RN® exam with today’s question focusing on diabetic neuropathy in a patient with type 2 diabetes. Learn to identify the most appropriate outcome statement for managing ineffective health management, emphasizing the importance of regular podiatrist visits to prevent foot injuries. Strengthen your clinical skills and understanding of…

  • COMLEX OMM® Question of the Day: Tingling hands

    COMLEX OMM® Question of the Day: Tingling hands

    Apr 16, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 29, 2026

     — 

    Rowan Bell, MD & Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD

    Prep for the COMLEX exam with today’s OMM question focused on tingling fingers. Strengthen your clinical assessment skills and prepare effectively for your exam!

  • A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Interventional or Procedural Therapies

    A Quick Mental Health Treatment Guide for Clinicians: Interventional or Procedural Therapies

    Apr 15, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jan 8, 2026

     — 

    Jennice Lavergne, MD

    Discover how interventional psychiatry offers new hope for patients with mental health conditions through innovative therapies like ECT, TMS, and ketamine infusions.

  • Medical Terminology Made Easy: 100 Essential Terms for Healthcare Students

    Medical Terminology Made Easy: 100 Essential Terms for Healthcare Students

    Apr 12, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Sep 11, 2026

     — 

    Irving Weiss & Steph Stevens

    Master medical terminology essential for healthcare! Learn key terms, prefixes, and acronyms to enhance your communication and clinical skills.

  • NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Anemia

    NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Anemia

    Apr 9, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 29, 2026

     — 

    Paige Randall, PhD, MS, RN, CNE & Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    Prep for the NCLEX-RN® exam with today’s question focused on anemia and the body’s compensatory mechanisms. Learn to identify key responses such as increased heart rate, blood redistribution to vital organs, and the role of interstitial fluid in circulation.

  • USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Left back pain

    USMLE® Step 2 CK Question of the Day: Left back pain

    Apr 9, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jun 30, 2026

     — 

    Marina Horiates Kerekes, MD & Team

    Get ready for the USMLE® Step 2 CK exam by exploring a clinical case involving a 68-year-old woman with acute left back pain and hematuria. Test your clinical assessment skills and prepare effectively for your exam!

  • How to Use Osmosis Quizzes to Prep for the NCLEX-RN®

    How to Use Osmosis Quizzes to Prep for the NCLEX-RN®

    Apr 8, 2025

     — Updated: 

    Jul 21, 2026

     — 

    Elizabeth Lucas, EdD, RN, CNE

    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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