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Neurological Disorder Overview: Parkinson’s, MS, MG, & ALS

As a nursing student, it’s important to understand the key differences between neurological disorders like Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson’s Disease (PD). While both conditions can cause physical and cognitive...

Written by Mike Linares | April 4, 2025

15-Second EKG Interpretation: Atrial Fibrillation Pt 1 of 2
We will be talking about atrial rhythms and how to appropriately interpret them. We will determine if what you see on your monitor is atrial fibrillation or something entirely different....
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 28, 2018
15-Second EKG Interpretation: Atrial Fibrillation Pt 1 of 2
Hodgkin vs Non Hodgkin Lymphoma: A Hematology Review
Jump to Sections Causes of Lymphoma Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Stages The Difference Between Hodgkin and Non Hodgkin Lymphoma Lymphoma Nursing Interventions It can get overwhelming when figuring out the differences between...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 26, 2018
Hodgkin vs Non Hodgkin Lymphoma: A Hematology Review
Hepatology Review: Portal Hypertension & Ascites
Part three of our liver lecture will focus on portal hypertension and mainly, ascites. What is Ascites? Ascites is what we refer to as “third spacing.” When clients come into...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 24, 2018
Hepatology Review: Portal Hypertension & Ascites
Respiratory NCLEX Questions & Test Review
One of the best ways to critically evaluate respiratory ailments is practicing with respiratory NCLEX questions. So, here’s an intensive NCLEX practice test review where we will discuss the signs...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 21, 2018
Respiratory NCLEX Questions & Test Review
Quick and Simple Nervous System Physiology
Hello. Let’s talk about the nervous system. The nervous system is fundamentally broken up into two categories: Central Nervous System (CNS) Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) Under the peripheral nervous system...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 19, 2018
Quick and Simple Nervous System Physiology
Nursing Management of Hemodialysis Clients
Question: Who usually gets hemodialysis? Answer: Chronic renal failure clients who have reached the end stage or stage four. This last stage of renal failure is where only 15% of...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 17, 2018
Nursing Management of Hemodialysis Clients
GI Disorders: GERD, Gastritis, & Peptic Ulcer Disease Pt 5
In this portion of our lecture, we will be talking about the common GI disorders, namely: gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastritis, and peptic ulcer. There’s one thing in common when...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 7, 2018
GI Disorders: GERD, Gastritis, & Peptic Ulcer Disease Pt 5
Acute Renal Failure (ARF): BUN and Creatinine Interpretation
Jump to Sections How to Diagnose ARF Two Conditions of ARF Interpreting BUN and Creatinine In our previous articles, we already discussed the phases of acute renal failure, namely: Phase...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 5, 2018
Acute Renal Failure (ARF): BUN and Creatinine Interpretation
Identifying the Most Common Causes of Acute Renal Failure
Aside from pouring cement (toxins) into your washer machines (kidneys) which could automatically create massive destruction (renal failure), there are other ways that the kidneys can go into acute renal...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | April 3, 2018
Identifying the Most Common Causes of Acute Renal Failure
Learning All about Magnesium in 2 Minutes or Less Pt 2
In this two-minute piece about magnesium, there are just two things that you need to remember: Magnesium = Magnum (gun) When there is magnesium, there is less excitement The Magnum...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 31, 2018
Learning All about Magnesium in 2 Minutes or Less Pt 2
Essential NCLEX® Practice Question for Myasthenia Gravis
Question: A nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with myasthenia gravis; understand that teaching has been effective when the client states _______. Let the question above sink in...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 29, 2018
Essential NCLEX® Practice Question for Myasthenia Gravis
The Two Most Common Causes of Acute Respiratory Failure
We will discuss a bit about the two main reasons why acute respiratory failure occurs. Acute respiratory failure (ARF) of the lungs is not to be confused with acute renal...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 27, 2018
The Two Most Common Causes of Acute Respiratory Failure
Acute Renal Failure: Nursing Management and Interventions
Jump to Sections Prerenal Acute Kidney Failure Intrarenal Acute Kidney Failure Nursing Interventions Before discussing the therapeutic modalities of acute renal failure, we’ll be tackling a bit about your prerenal...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 24, 2018
Acute Renal Failure: Nursing Management and Interventions
Effects of Calcium Channel Blockers as Negative Chronotropic Drugs
When someone says “calcium channel blockers,” the first impression that would come to mind is that it blocks the channels responsible for calcium absorption. Yes, that’s what calcium channel blockers...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 22, 2018
Effects of Calcium Channel Blockers as Negative Chronotropic Drugs
Cardiac Glycosides: Inotropic, Chronotropic, and Dromotropic Drugs
One of the most common nursing discussions you’ll encounter is cardiac glycosides – particularly of the inotropic, chronotropic, and dromotropic types. So, what are cardiac glycosides? What are the different...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 20, 2018
Cardiac Glycosides: Inotropic, Chronotropic, and Dromotropic Drugs
Pituitary Disorders: SIADH versus DI
Between SIADH and DI, which one retains and which one excretes too much water? If you’re a bit confused between the two, here’s a quick rundown of the two pituitary...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 17, 2018
Pituitary Disorders: SIADH versus DI
Overview of the Endocrine System & Pituitary Gland Pt 1
The endocrine system is composed of different glands and organs that are primarily responsible for producing hormones, namely: Hypothalamus Pituitary gland Thyroid gland Parathyroid glands Adrenal gland Pancreas Due to...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 15, 2018
Overview of the Endocrine System & Pituitary Gland Pt 1
Volume-Decreasing Antihypertensive Meds: ACE and Diuretics
Hello. Today, we will be focusing our senses on the difference between your volume-decreasing antihypertensive medications – ACE inhibitors and diuretics. Usually, the challenge when dealing with volume-decreasing antihypertensive drugs...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 9, 2018
Volume-Decreasing Antihypertensive Meds: ACE and Diuretics