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April 7, 2025

How to Nail the Head-to-Toe Assessment (Without Sweating Through Your Scrubs)

Hey friends, it’s Nurse Melanie! If you’ve ever performed a head-to-toe assessment and immediately questioned every life choice that led you there, this post is for you. Today, we’re diving into a full physical assessment—ye…

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March 28, 2025

Mastering Bedside Shift Reports: Your Guide to the ISBAR Method

 Hey there, nursing students! Let’s talk about something that’s probably been a source of anxiety since day one—giving a bedside shift report. If you're anything like me, just the thought of it might make your palms sweaty and…

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March 20, 2025

The BEST Nursing School Schedule

The Ultimate Nursing School Study Schedule (That Actually Works!) So, you're about to start nursing school, and you're already feeling overwhelmed? Or maybe you're deep in the trenches, drowning in lectures, clinicals, and exams, trying to figure o…

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March 11, 2025

Are You Too Old For Nursing School? Here’s Why You’re Not!

Hey there, future nurse! Before we dive in, let me tell you something important — I recently got a puppy. Yep, a little Golden Retriever. And while he’s adorable, he’s a little terror. He chews everything. EVERYTHING. (But if you …

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March 11, 2025

8 Things To Do After Getting Accepted Into Nursing School: A Step-by-Step Guide

 Congratulations! You've worked hard and earned your spot in nursing school, and now it's time to celebrate. But before you start packing your scrubs and stethoscope, there are a few crucial steps you need to take. These "pre-nursing school" t…

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March 11, 2025

Why You Will Fail Out of Nursing School (If You Fail Out)

Let me start by saying: I’m rooting for all of you! I don’t want anyone to fail out of nursing school. But let's get real for a second—according to the National League for Nursing Study, the rate of students who either fail or drop…

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March 11, 2025

Top Reasons You Should Become a Nurse: A Laugh (and a Little Real Talk) About Nursing School

 Today, we’re flipping the script. Last episode? A whole bunch of reasons why you shouldn’t become a nurse (don’t worry, it’s not all bad). But today, I’m all about balance, so let’s dive into some awesome r…

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March 11, 2025

My INSANELY Effective Study System for Nursing School

Hey guys, welcome back to the Nursing School Week by Week Podcast! I’m Melanie, and I’m so excited to share with you my INSANELY effective study system. This study system is designed for nursing students who want to maximize their time a…

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March 7, 2025

The Critical Balance: Why Potassium Levels Matter

Understanding the intricate balance of electrolytes in our body is crucial, especially when it comes to potassium. As a nurse, I've come to realize just how vital it is to maintain the right level of potassium, which falls within the normal range of…

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March 1, 2025

Demystifying Electrolytes: A Nurse's Guide to Sodium

Hey everyone, Today we are diving into a critical topic that every nursing student must grasp—electrolytes. If you've been tempted to just memorize lab values and move on, hold up! Electrolyte imbalances aren't just exam material; they're real…

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