Scrubcheats By Nrsng (nursing Cheatsheets Podcast)

NCSBN & PeasonVue just announced some significant changes to the NCLEX as a result of COVID-19. Here is what we are doing about it . . . MUST WATCH. Learn more about SIMCLEX at https://www.nursing.com Speaker 1: What’s up guys. I’m Jon Haws RN in founder of nursing.com and I’m here with Speaker 2: Marie […] The post BREAKING: Massive Updates to NCLEX due to COVID-19 (must listen) appeared first on NURSING.com.

(click above to listen to the podcast episode) You’re probably feeling a bit scared right now . . . Maybe you’re nursing school just canceled clinicals or moved classes 100% online.  Now, on top of everything that it is to be a nursing student, you are dealing with the fear brought on by COVID-19 (coronavirus). […] The post Answers to Your Fears About COVID-19 (and 3 ways we can help you today) appeared first on NURSING.com.

For the next few days, we are running a special on the Scrubcheats.  Just head over to Scrubcheats.com to grab a set. The post Scrubcheats Special appeared first on NURSING.com.

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The APGAR score is a simple way to objectively determine how well a baby is doing immediately after birth. It is measured at 1 minute and 5 minute intervals. It helps to determine whether the baby needs resuscitation and might … Continued The post Ep0032: APGAR Scoring appeared first on NRSNG.

Card 33 (Yes) Recommend changing name of card to Pediatric Immunization Schedule UPDATE IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULE – I put a star by what is NEW. I also have the file for this image if that’s easier (without the stars) – or … Continued The post Ep0029: Immunization Schedule appeared first on NRSNG.

There are some medications that we give our patients that require close monitoring through testing the blood for levels of the drug. The goal is to make sure the drug is at therapeutic levels in the system so that it … Continued The post Ep0028: Therapeutic Drug Levels appeared first on NRSNG.

There are 4 sites we can use for Intramuscular or IM injections, though 3 of them are the most common.  The dorsogluteal, is rarely used due to its risk of damaging the sciatic nerve. The other three sites are the … Continued The post Ep0027: IM Injection Sites appeared first on NRSNG.

Dosage calculation is something that every nursing student either loves or dreads! We all have to pass math exams every semester. It’s either easy points or makes you a nervous wreck! If you’re the second type, I hope this little … Continued The post Ep0026: Med Math Equations appeared first on NRSNG.

Dosage calculation is something that every nursing student either loves or dreads! We all have to pass math exams every semester. It’s either easy points or makes you a nervous wreck! If you’re the second type, I hope this little … Continued The post Ep0025: Insulin Administration appeared first on NRSNG.

  Levels of Consciousness *Alert Normal *Patients who are alert is awake or easily awakened by voice from a normal sleep stage are considered alert. *Lethargic *Drowsy *Patients who awaken briefly and answer questions appropriately but easily fall asleep care … Continued The post Ep0014: Levels of Consciousness appeared first on NRSNG.

Let’s simplify oxygen delivery devices. Nasal cannulas fit inside the patient’s nose to deliver a little extra FiO2, like for patients having chest pain. Simple face masks are great for patients needing extra FiO2 but tend to breathe through their … Continued The post Ep0012: Hierarchy of O2 Delivery appeared first on NRSNG.

In addition to EKG’s, we utilize cardiac biomarkers to determine extent of ischemia and infarction. There are a few main cardiac biomarkers, or also called cardiac enzymes, that we will monitor. As you’ll see, each one has a specific timeline … Continued The post Ep009: Cardiac Biomarkers for Nurses appeared first on NRSNG.

In addition to the three main classes of anti-hypertensives we already discussed, ACE Inhibitors like Lisinopril and Captopril, Beta Blockers like Metoprolol and Propranolol, and Calcium Channel Blockers like Nicardipine and Diltiazem, there are a number of other classes of … Continued The post Ep004: Cardiac Labs and Meds for Nurses appeared first on NRSNG.

Let’s talk Blood Pressure and Antihypertensive medications.  A normal BP is defined as a systolic pressure of less than 120 over a diastolic pressure of less than 80.  If the blood pressure ranges from 120-139 over 80-90, the patient is … Continued The post Ep003: Antihypertensive Medications and Blood Pressure Ranges appeared first on NRSNG.

Let’s talk about 5-Lead EKG placement and Auscultation of Heart Sounds. There are 5 electrocardiogram leads we use traditionally to get tracings of the heart for telemetry and cardiac monitoring. Many times, your leads may actually have letters on them … Continued The post Ep001: EKG Placement for Nurses appeared first on NRSNG.

Hey guys, welcome to the Scrubcheats podcast. This is our BRAND NEW show covering must know clinical information.  Each episode will be just 3-5 minutes and new episodes each week!  Subscribe now to know when we go live. The post Welcome to the Scrubcheats Podcast! appeared first on NRSNG.