Test your knowledge of hepatitis B with this NCLEX-style quiz designed for nursing students and healthcare learners. These questions cover essential concepts such as transmission routes, lab interpretation (HBsAg, anti-HBs, and anti-HBc), vaccination immunity, pregnancy management, and newborn prophylaxis. Understanding hepatitis B is critical for safe patient care, infection control, and preventing vertical transmission from […]
Order of Draw Phlebotomy Quiz Questions
Test your knowledge of phlebotomy and the correct order of draw with this interactive quiz. Designed for nursing students, medical assistants, and NCLEX prep, these questions cover essential topics such as lab tube colors, additives, proper inversion techniques, and blood collection order. Understanding these concepts is critical for accurate lab results and safe patient care. […]
Insulin Types Explained: Onset, Peak, Duration (Ultra-Rapid, Rapid, Short, Long-Acting)
Understanding the different types of insulin is essential for nursing exams and clinical practice. Whether you’re studying for the NCLEX or preparing for med-surg exams, you must know: Let’s break it down in a clear, exam-focused way. What Do Onset, Peak, and Duration Mean? Before diving into the insulin types, make sure you understand these […]
NCLEX Practice Questions: Infection Control and Safety
Test your knowledge on infection control and patient safety with these NCLEX-style questions and answers. Each question includes multiple-choice options, the correct answer, and a clear explanation to help you remember key nursing concepts. You may be interested in more: NCLEX Review Questions Question 1: A nurse is caring for a patient and is required […]
Insulin Types Quiz for Nursing Students (Onset, Peak, Duration, Mixing & IV Use)
Test your knowledge of insulin types with this multiple-choice quiz designed for nursing students and NCLEX review. This quiz covers onset, peak, duration, mixing rules, IV administration, and key differences between rapid-, short-, intermediate-, and long-acting insulins. Each question includes a clear, simple rationale to help reinforce key concepts. Don’t forget to watch the insulin […]
Injectable Medication Dosage Calculations Quiz IM and Subcutaneous Nursing
Injectable medication dosage calculation quiz for nursing students for intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous medications. Practice calculating subcutaneous (SC) and intramuscular (IM) doses, including weight-based medications, and solving for both mL per dose and mL per day. This quiz is designed for nursing students who want to boost confidence, accuracy, and speed in medication administration calculations. […]
Most Common Mispronounced Medical Terms Every Nursing Student Should Know
As nursing students, mastering medical terminology is essential not just for exams, but for clear communication in clinical settings. Yet, even the most experienced nurses can struggle with pronouncing certain terms (I know I definitely have). Let’s go over some of the most commonly mispronounced medical terms you’ll encounter in nursing school and practice. Sphygmomanometer […]
IV Gauges and Colors Chart and Mnemonic
As a nurse, it’s essential to be familiar with the different IV needle gauges and their corresponding colors. This article covers the most common ones you’ll encounter, including their flow rates and clinical uses. I also created a simple nursing mnemonic that can help you remember the main IV gauge colors and sizes. Note: Most […]
IV Catheter Gauges Sizes and Colors Nursing Quiz
This quick quiz is designed to help nurses and nursing students reinforce their knowledge of IV catheter gauge sizes, corresponding colors, and appropriate clinical uses. Knowing the right gauge to choose is essential for safe and effective patient care, especially in emergencies, trauma, or when dealing with fragile veins. Before taking the quiz, you may […]
Nursing Vital Signs for Adults (Cheat Sheet)
Checking vital signs is a common assessment you’ll perform as a nurse. Here’s a quick nursing “vital signs cheat sheet” for adult patients! Nursing Vital Signs (Adults): There are some exceptions to the normal ranges, of course. For example, some healthy athletes can have a normal heart rate as low as 40-60. In older adults, […]
Nursing Dosage Calculations: Liquid Oral Suspensions (Desired Over Have Formula Method)
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
IV Insertion Mistakes to Avoid
Here are some of the most common mistakes nurses make when starting IVs. The first mistake is failing to anchor the vein. Anytime you start an IV or even draw blood, you should anchor the vein. The reason is that when you apply pressure with the needle, if the vein is not secured, it can […]
Dosage Calculation Methods: Ratio/Proportion, Desired over Have Formula Method, Dimensional Analysis
In this review, I will demonstrate three different methods to solve dosage calculation problems: dimensional analysis, the desired over have method, and ratio and proportion. After reviewing this information, don’t forget to access the free series on nursing school dosage calculations. Let’s start by examining the practice problem that we will utilize to implement these […]
I HATE Nursing School! I Can’t Do This! I Quit!
If you’ve ever said to yourself, “I hate nursing school,” then guess what? You’re not alone. Many people feel that way. I remember when I was in nursing school, I had moments where I thought, “I cannot wait for this to be over.” There are generally three things that cause a nursing student to hit […]
Ratio and Proportion Method Dosage Calculations
In this review, I’m going to show you how to solve dosage calculations using the ratio and proportion method. In my dosage calculations videos, I have used various methods like dimensional analysis and the desired over have formula method, but today we’re going to concentrate on the ratio and proportion method. With this method, you’re […]
How to Remove Foley Catheter (Female)
Before removing a Foley catheter, it is crucial to explain to the patient the steps involved in the process and reassure them that it is a simple procedure compared to the Foley catheter insertion. After confirming the doctor’s order for removal and ensuring the patient’s rights, gather all necessary supplies, including: Before Catheter Removal: Perform […]
Patient Positioning Nursing Next Generation NCLEX (NGN)
In nursing, patient positioning plays a vital role in delivering patient care. As a nursing student, you want to be able to identify these different types of positions. This review will guide you through the different patient positioning terms, what the position can be used for, and complications that can arise from the position. Before […]
Patient Positioning Quiz
Patient positioning quiz for nursing student preparing for the next generation NCLEX (NGN). It’s important to be familiar with various patient positioning techniques and the problems can that arise from these positions. In this quiz, you will have to identify the patient positions, what they are used for, and complications from these positions. Don’t forget […]
Peri-care (Perineal) and Catheter Care Female Patient
This article will review how to perform peri-care (perineal care) on a female patient with a Foley catheter. For a complete demonstration on this nursing procedure, you can watch the video below: Perineal and catheter care are an important part of patient care. This helps maintain the patient’s personal hygiene and decreases the risk of […]
Colloids Nursing IV Fluids Quiz
Colloid nursing IV solutions quiz for nurses and nursing students! Colloids are intravenous solutions used to treat conditions that require an expansion of the plasma volume. Conditions that can decrease the plasma volume include hypovolemic shock, severe bleeding, burns, and hypoalbuminemia. Colloids are different that crystalloid solutions, which include hypertonic, hypotonic, and isotonic solutions. This […]
IV Fluid Types (Crystalloid) Uses Nursing Therapy: (Isotonic, Hypertonic, Hypotonic)
IV fluids (also known as intravenous fluids) are special fluids administered to the intravascular compartment, which is part of the extracellular compartment space. Intravenous fluids are an extremely common treatment ordered for patients in the hospital setting. Nurses administer IV fluids per the healthcare provider orders to help treat fluid volume deficits via dehydration, electrolyte […]
IV Fluid Types Quiz (Crystalloid: Hypertonic, Hypotonic, Isotonic): Fluid Compartments and Osmosis
Hypertonic, hypotonic, and isotonic IV fluids quiz for nursing students and nurses! IV fluids are a common treatment in the hospital setting. Therefore, the nurse must be aware of an IV fluid’s osmolarity and what to monitor for while administering it to a patient. This quiz will test your knowledge on body fluid compartments, osmosis, […]
IV Flow Hourly Rate mL/hr Dosage Calculations Practice Problems
Learn how to solve IV infusion flow hourly rate dosage calculations in this nursing review. In nursing school you will be required to solve for the hourly rate for IV infusion calculations. It’s important to remember that there are various ways to solve dosage calculations. The method you use is based on what you prefer […]
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