In this review, I’ll guide you through how to solve liquid oral suspension dosage calculation problems using the desired over have formula method. If you’d like to follow along with me and write down each step of these problems, I have a free dosage calculations worksheet here that you can download. Check out this link […]
Magnesium Sulfate Dosage Calculations Practice Problems
These questions will test your ability to solve magnesium sulfate dosage calculations. Magnesium sulfate is used in maternity nursing to treat patients experiencing severe preeclampsia, eclampsia, or preterm labor. Nurses should be aware of the signs of magnesium toxicity and how to administer both a loading dose and a maintenance infusion. Don’t forget to check […]
Worksheets for Dosage Calculations Videos
On this page, you’ll find worksheets for the dosage calculation videos we’ve solved on our YouTube channel: RegisteredNurseRN These worksheets are available for free, but please note they are for personal use only and cannot be resold or redistributed. To download a worksheet, simply click on the link or image. Each worksheet is in PDF […]
Types of Wounds Nursing
Let’s look at some common terms for the different types of wounds. Skin wounds can be classified as either open or closed. Open wounds cause a break to the skin tissue, whereas closed wounds leave the skin intact. Closed Skin Wounds Here are the types of closed skin wounds that you’ll want to know. 1. […]
Types of Wounds Nursing Quiz
Type of skin wounds quiz for nursing! This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of various types of skin wounds, both open and closed, including their characteristics, causes, and potential complications. The questions cover a range of wound types, from contusions and hematomas to pressure injuries and arterial ulcers, drawing on key details about […]
Premature Atrial Contractions Nursing Review
Premature atrial contractions (PACs) are early heartbeats that originate from a focal point in the atria, rather than the sinoatrial (SA) node. These early beats cause the atria to contract prematurely. PACs are sometimes referred to as “PACs,” and they can be seen in a variety of rhythm patterns. After reviewing this material, don’t forget […]
Premature Atrial Contractions (PACs) Quiz
Premature atrial contractions (PACs) are early contractions that come from the atria. These premature contractions are usually benign but can be serious in some cases. The nurse should be able to identify these premature contractions and be familiar with causes, characteristics, types of PACs, and treatments. Don’t forget to watch the PAC lecture and read […]
Antiarrhythmic Drugs: Pharmacology Nursing Review
What do antiarrhythmic medications do? Antiarrhythmic drugs work against arrhythmias, which are abnormal heart rhythms. These medications are effective in treating fast arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, ventricular tachycardia (VT), and supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Some of the medications in this class include the following: These drugs are designed to slow down the electrical […]
Antiarrhythmics Pharmacology Quiz Nursing
Antiarrhythmics pharmacology quiz for nursing students and NCLEX review! The nurse must have a comprehensive understanding of antiarrhythmic medications, which are used to treat abnormal heart rhythms. This includes knowledge of the different classes of antiarrhythmics, their mechanisms of action, potential side effects, and the necessary monitoring required for patients receiving these drugs. Don’t forget […]
Antiplatelets Nursing Pharmacology NCLEX Review
Antiplatelet medications work by preventing platelet aggregation, which means they stop platelets from clumping together. This is important because when platelets aggregate, they can form a clot. By inhibiting this process, antiplatelet medications help prevent the formation of harmful blood clots. Some common medications within this class include the following: These medications play a crucial […]
Antiplatelet NCLEX Questions
Antiplatelet medications are a class of medications that you’ll learn about in nursing pharmacology courses. Test your knowledge by reviewing the antiplatelet NCLEX questions below. Before taking this free quiz, you may want to review our antiplatelet NCLEX review article, or watch our antiplatelet video lecture. Antiplatelet NCLEX Questions 1. What is the primary function […]
Breastfeeding Tips 101 for New Moms
After giving birth to your baby, your breasts are already ready to nourish your little one. Throughout your pregnancy, your body has been preparing for this very moment. The first milk your breasts will produce is called colostrum, a unique and highly nutritious liquid that’s essential for your newborn in the early days of life. […]
Anticoagulants Pharmacology Nursing NCLEX Review
Anticoagulant medications are designed to prevent the blood from clotting, which is important in managing conditions where clot formation is problematic. The prefix “anti-” means against, so anticoagulants work against coagulation, or the body’s ability to form clots. These medications affect the coagulation process, helping to prevent new, harmful clots from forming or existing clots […]
Anticoagulants Nursing NCLEX Questions
Test your pharmacology knowledge on anticoagulant medications by practicing the following NCLEX review questions. Before taking this anticoagulant quiz review, you may want to review the anticoagulants NCLEX review article, or watch our anticoagulants video review. Anticoagulant Pharmacology Nursing NCLEX Questions 1. What is the main purpose of anticoagulant medications?A. They dissolve existing blood clots.B. […]
Syphilis Nursing NCLEX Review: Causes, Stages, Treatments
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It is primarily transmitted in two ways: through sexual contact and from mother to baby during pregnancy or delivery. Stages of Syphilis Syphilis progresses in four distinct stages. These are not only important to remember for your nursing exams, but they are also […]
Vasodilators Pharmacology Nursing NCLEX Review
Vasodilators, as the name suggests, are medications that induce vasodilation, which means they open up blood vessels. By dilating the vessels, these medications increase blood flow and decrease vascular resistance, which can be beneficial in treating a variety of conditions. Some examples of medications in this class include nitroglycerin, minoxidil, and hydralazine. These drugs are […]
Wound Drainage Types: Serous, Sanguineous, Serosanguineous, and Purulent
As a nurse, being able to identify the different types of wound drainage is essential for assessing a patient’s wound healing process. This is something you may also be asked on nursing exams or NCLEX. The characteristics of drainage can provide important clues about the status of the wound, such as whether it is healing […]
Wound Drainage Types NCLEX Quiz Questions
Wound drainage types NCLEX review quiz. As a nurse, you’ll want to be familiar with the different types of wound drainage, such as serous, sanguineous, serosanguineous, and purulent. You’ll want to know what is normal, what is abnormal, and actions you may need to take. Before taking the wound drainage quiz below, you may want […]
Vasodilators Pharmacology NCLEX Review Questions
Vasodilators (direct-acting) are a class of medications commonly used in patients with various cardiac disorders. In this pharmacology NCLEX review quiz, you can test your knowledge of vasodilators to see how well you know what they are used to treat, common side effects, the nurse’s role, and more. Before taking this review quiz, you may […]
Nurse Memes That Are Funny and Relatable
Nurse memes are great at capturing those funny experiences and emotions that can occur in the world of nursing. Here are some of our top nurse memes that are funny or relatable. Do Nurses Remember Everything They Learned in School? Nope! It’s easy to forget some things, because nursing school is all about preparing you […]
How to Use a Tourniquet for Blood Draws
Tourniquets are used by nurses and other healthcare professionals when performing phlebotomy, such as lab draws or blood donations, as well as when starting IVs. Tourniquets are used to help make the veins more visible or palpable, and in the case of blood donation, they can also add venous pressure to allow the blood donation […]
Syphilis STI Nursing NCLEX Questions
This quiz will test your nursing knowledge on the sexually transmitted infection (STI) known as syphilis. It’s important that the nurse knows the cause, signs and symptoms, transmission methods, prevention and treatment. Don’t forget to check out the other types of STIs in this series. You may also want to review our syphilis article before […]
Isotonic IV Solutions Nursing
In this review, let’s go over isotonic IV (intravenous) solutions. Isotonic IV solutions have the same osmolarity as the blood, meaning they have the same concentration of solutes within the fluid being administered than the blood. With these fluids, there will be an equal transfer of water, so our cells will stay the same inside […]
Hypotonic IV Solutions Nursing
In this review, I will discuss hypotonic IV (intravenous) solutions. Hypotonic IV solutions have a lower osmolarity than blood, meaning they have a lower concentration of solutes within the fluid being administered than the blood. Due to this, osmosis causes water to move from the extracellular space into the intracellular space, which can lead to […]
Hypertonic IV Solutions Nursing
In this review, let’s cover hypertonic IV (intravenous) solutions. Hypertonic IV solutions have a higher osmolarity than blood, meaning they have a greater concentration of solutes within the fluid being administered than the blood. Due to this, osmosis triggers water to exit the intracellular space, potentially causing cell shrinkage, which aids in expanding the extracellular […]
Modified Allen Test Steps
This review will cover the modified Allen test. The modified Allen test is performed before collecting an arterial blood gas (ABG) on the radial artery. An arterial blood gas, sometimes referred to as an ABG, is a blood test collected from an artery that assesses the oxygenation and acid-base balance of a patient. The blood […]
Coronary Artery Anatomy and Branches
In this review, I’m going to cover the anatomy of the coronary arteries. The role of the coronary arteries is to supply the heart muscle, or myocardium, with fresh, oxygenated blood, allowing the heart muscle to continue pumping blood throughout the body. There are two main coronary arteries to remember: the right coronary artery and […]
Heart Anatomy | Great Vessels, Valves, and Chambers
This review will discuss the heart’s anatomy, focusing on the chambers, great vessels, and valves. The human heart is located in the mediastinum, a cavity between the right and left lungs. It is positioned slightly to the left of the center of the chest and situated behind the sternum. People frequently imagine a heart as […]
Heart Anatomy Quiz
Anatomy of the heart quiz for students! These heart anatomy quiz contains multiple choice and diagram labeling questions to test your knowledge on the heart’s anatomy. Don’t forget about other anatomy quizzes , free anatomy lectures, and to review the heart anatomy notes before taking this quiz. ECG/EKG Study Guide and Workbook for Nursing Students […]
Male Foley Indwelling Catheter Insertion | How to Insert a Catheter
In this review, I will demonstrate how to insert an indwelling Foley catheter in a male patient. First, confirm that you have an order for the procedure, then verify the patient rights to ensure you have the correct patient and are performing the right procedure. Next, educate the patient about what will happen and answer […]
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