This episode covers the indications for inducing labor as well as the pharmacologic and mechanical methods commonly utilized. Interested in L&D nursing but aren’t sure where to start? Check out Episode 134 to hear my interview with an L&D RN who started her career working on a maternal-newborn unit. If you’re unsure if you can hop right into a specialty as a new grad, I am here to say YES YOU CAN! Read the article and get references here. ** Ready to get organized for nursing school? Shop our planners here! Does this podcast help you study while you do other things? Then you’ll love Study Sesh, which uses PodQuizzes and other auditory learning techniques to truly change the way you study. Get access to all episodes with one payment here.

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The Basics of Inducing Labor: Episode 176

Have you tried a PodQuiz before? If not, you are in for a treat! PodQuizzes are a great way to study using auditory learning that’s not just passive listening..it’s active and super engaged. Here’s how it works...I ask a question and then pause to give you time to think of and say the answer. Then, I tell you the answer. It’s essentially flashcards for your ears! And, the best part is...you can study while you exercise, fold the laundry, organize a closet or take the dog for a walk. In other words, you don't have to sit at your desk 24/7. Cue the confetti, folks! To get MORE PodQuizzes, check out my members-only podcast, Study Sesh at https://www.straightanursingstudent.com/study-sesh  Use PROMO code SSOCTOBER21 to save $15 off your subscription to Study Sesh! Offer valid until end-of-day, October 17th, 2021. This episode covers cardiac pharmacology...so get up from your desk, pop in those earbuds and let’s get to studying!

Cardiac Pharmacology PodQuiz – Episode 175

Nursing school success is about SO MUCH more than making the grade. It’s a complete mindset shift that helps you actually thrive, not just survive in nursing school. In this episode, we’re talking about Secret #1 of the 20 Secrets of Successful Nursing Students. To get the whole set in a downloadable PDF, just go to https://straightanursing.ck.page/4d90f769dc.

Secret #1 of Successful Nursing Students: Episode 174

Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a consumption coagulopathy that can be devastating for your patient. In this episode, learn the pathophysiology of DIC, how to recognize it, and what we do to address it (hopefully before it results in life-threatening hemorrhage). As a bonus, there are a few PodQuiz questions at the end to test your understanding. If you love quizzing in this way, then check out my private podcast, Study Sesh! For show notes and references, view the article here.

The ABCs of DIC: Episode 173

In this episode, Nurse Mo shares key tips for how to prioritize nursing care in clinicals and on the job. View the show notes and links here: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode172/

Key Tips to Prioritize Nursing Care

In this Bonus episode I talk with Chance Reaves, the founder of My Nursing Note. Join in on the conversation as I ask Chance the things students should know about working effectively with an electronic medical record (EMR). Yes, it can initially be overwhelming, but with a few tips you can be navigating and charting like a pro in no time!

BONUS: Demystifying the EMR with Chance Reaves

In this episode you'll learn the importance of the healthcare interdisciplinary team, who it entails, and the roles of everyone involved. Click here for show notes and links: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode171/

Who are the Players in the Healthcare Interdisciplinary Team?

In this episode, Nurse Mo talks you through what you need to know about cystic fibrosis nursing care using the Straight A Nursing LATTE method. Click here for show notes and links: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode170/

Cystic Fibrosis Nursing Care Using the LATTE Method

In this episode, Nurse Mo talks about the Beers list of medications. What it is, why it exists and the implications for your nursing practice. Click here for show notes and references: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode169/

What is the Beers List of Medications?

In this podcast episode, Nurse Mo talks you step-by-step through kicking nursing school math anxiety to the curb. Click here for show notes and references: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode168/

Let’s kick nursing school math anxiety to the curb!

In this episode Nurse Mo talks you through reasons for an elevated lactate that have nothing to do with a systemic inflammatory response or sepsis. Click here for show notes and links: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode167/

Non-Sepsis Reasons for an Elevated Lactate

Get my best tips for thriving in your Med Surg course in this podcast episode. Grab the show notes and links here: https://straightanursingstudent.com/tips-to-study-med-surg/

How to Thrive in your Med Surg Class: Episode 166

In this extra-special bonus episode, I am talking with Kati Kleber from Fresh RN about ways students can reclaim their power and effectively deal with bullying instructors and RNs. Grab the show notes and links here: http://www.straightanursingstudent.com/interview-kati-kleber-bonus/

BONUS EPISODE: How to Manage Bullying Behavior with Kati Kleber

What if I told you there was one thing that students do that absolutely sets them up for failure? In this week's episode we talk about negative self talk, how it sabotages your success AND what you can do about it! Read the show notes and grab the links here: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode165/

Time to Stop the Negative Self Talk: Episode 165

Feeling a little uncertain or nervous in clinical is absolutely normal...and it means you CARE about your education and your patients (go you!). But I know that students are always looking for ways to boost confidence, so I'm sharing my best tips in this week's episode. Click here for show notes and links: https://straightanursingstudent.com/episode164/

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