Nursing Mnemonics Podcast by NURSING.com (Nursing Podcast, NCLEX® Prep for nursing students)

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By Jon Haws RN: Critical Care Nurse NCLEX Educator Download for FREE today - our Special Mnemonics Cheatsheet - so you can be SURE that you have that Must Know information down: bit.ly/nursing-memory Quick . . . list all the signs and symptoms of Appendicitis! Are you sweating a bit? Nervous? We have your back. In this series, we give you over 80 different mnemonics to keep ALL the essential info in mind exactly when you need it! From hypernatremia to intrauterine devices we cover a variety of topics to help you remember all the need-to-know nursing info! Download our beautiful Mnemonics Cheatsheet for FREE today: bit.ly/nursing-memory

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Body Systems (MR DICE RUNS)

To remember the 10 major body systems.

Aug 31, 2022•2 min

ADLs (BATTED)

When assessing a patient's ability to care for him or herself at home we must assess their ability to complete activities of daily living. A patient's ability to bath, walk, and toilet on their own will help us determine the level of care they will need when they leave the hospital.

Aug 26, 2022•3 min

Lidocaine Toxicity (SAMS)

Lidocaine is an anesthetic that prevents painful impulses from reaching the brain. These are signs that the patient may have had too much lidocaine (like buying in bulk)

Aug 24, 2022•2 min

Emergency drugs (LEAN)

The above drugs work in a variety of emergency settings, they are good drugs to LEAN on. Lidocaine can be used in emergency situations for ventricular arrhythmias. Epinephrine is a vital drug in the ACLS protocol. Atropine can be given with symptomatic bradycardia. Narcan is a reversal agent for opiate overdose.

Aug 19, 2022•2 min

Drug Interactions (TDCI)

Coumadin and ilosone: Ilosone can increase the effects of Coumadin, increase risk for bleeding. Coumadin and Dilantin: potential for increased effects of both. Coumadin and Dilantin: Increased Coumadin metabolism (decreased effect). Theophylline and Dilantin: if taken orally they can interfere with absorption of each other and decrease medication effect.

Aug 17, 2022•2 min

Cholinergic, Anticholinergic (SLUDGE)

A cholinergic crisis can occur if the body stops properly breaking down Acetylcholine. This can cause overactivity of Acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction. Acetylcholine is part of Rest & Digest (Parasympathetic) – so we see overactive digestion and secretion.

Aug 12, 2022•5 min

Bradycardia (IDEA)

This refers to symptomatic bradycardia and hypotension. Bradycardia and hypotension are not necessarily adverse clinical findings requiring treatment in and of themselves.

Aug 10, 2022•3 min

Beta blockers (1 heart, 2 lungs)

Beta 1 adrenergic receptors are mostly found in the heart. Beta 2 adrenergic receptors are found in lungs, GI tract, vascular smooth muscle, skeletal muscle, liver. Beta 1 beta blockers act primarily on the heart. Beta 2 beta blockers act primarily on the lungs.

Aug 05, 2022•2 min

Acidosis Alkalosis and pH

Alkalosis has a K, therefore it is Kicking the pH UP! | Acidosis has a D, therefore it is dropping the pH DOWN!

Aug 03, 2022•2 min

Electrolyte Location (PISO)

Potassium and sodium are the two most abundant cations in the body and have an inverse relationship in regards to intracellular and extracellular concentrations. Potassium is primarily located within the cell and sodium is primarily located outside the cell.

Jul 29, 2022•2 min

Hyponatremia (SALT LOSS)

Hyponatremia is decreased levels of sodium in the blood. It can be caused by inadequate sodium or excess free water which leads to lower concentration of sodium. Sodium and potassium work together to allow depolarization of muscles. Low sodium levels can limit this ability and cause muscle weakness. Sodium in the blood helps maintain the oncotic pressure. If fluid leaves the blood vessels, it can lead to decreased blood pressure.

Jul 27, 2022•3 min

Hypokalemia (6 L's)

Hypokalemia is LOW potassium, which starts with L. So the 6 L's can help you recognize the signs and symptoms of LOW potassium or hypokalemia

Jul 22, 2022•2 min

Hypercalcemia Hypocalcemia (CATS, GroansMoansBonesStonesOvertones)

The BONES store the most calcium – remember these words that rhyme with BONES to help you remember possible signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia.

Jul 20, 2022•3 min

Hypernatremia (FRIED, SWINE, SALT, MODEL)

Normal serum sodium levels are 134-145 mmol/L. Hypernatremia is defined as a serum sodium level exceeding 145 mmol/L. Think "fried food is salty". Hypernatremia can be caused by too much sodium in the blood, but it also is caused by too little free water in the body. You must first assess the patient's volume status before knowing how to treat appropriately. Hypernatremia signs can be very subtle, with changes in the level of consciousness typically being the earliest indicator. Sodium is closel...

Jul 15, 2022•4 min

Blood Types

Picture type O as a huge circle, like the universe, because they are the universal donor . They can give to everyone. However, also think of them as the "odd man out" because they can only receive type O as well. They are universally odd , able to give to all but only receive from themselves!

Jul 08, 2022•2 min

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