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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

The Renin Angiotensin Aldosterone System (Club RAAS)
Welcome to the renin angiotensin aldosterone system, or Club RAAS, where you’ll get a dose of crucial information about ACE inhibitors and the elements responsible for the system’s regulation. What...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 7, 2018
The Renin Angiotensin Aldosterone System (Club RAAS)
Chronic Renal Failure & End-Stage Renal Failure
When talking about a disease that’s diagnosed to be chronic, it’s something that has been known for a while and has gotten to the point of progression; this is exactly...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | March 5, 2018
Chronic Renal Failure & End-Stage Renal Failure
Stages of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Jump to Stages Early Stage Late Stage Third Stage Fourth Stage Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a severe lung condition that can occur as a result of various underlying...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | February 28, 2018
Stages of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Anti-Anxiety Pharmacology: Benzodiazepines & Barbiturates
Let’s settle this confusion once and for all – benzodiazepines versus barbiturates. How are these two anti-anxiety medications the same and how are they different? The Similarities Benzodiazepines and barbiturates...
Written by Administrator SimpleNursing | February 23, 2018
Anti-Anxiety Pharmacology: Benzodiazepines & Barbiturates
Renal Function Patho: Getting to Know Your Kidneys
Renal failure – an exam favorite and one of nursing students’ worst nightmare. If renal failure is making you anxious, let SimpleNursing.com make it stupidly simple for you. But first,...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | February 19, 2018
Renal Function Patho: Getting to Know Your Kidneys
Adrenal Glands Disorder Review: Cushing’s vs Addison’s
Probably one of the most requested topics, Cushing’s and Addison’s Disease are two adrenal gland disorders that are both confusing and difficult to identify. A lot of people, especially nursing...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | February 16, 2018
Adrenal Glands Disorder Review: Cushing’s vs Addison’s
EKG Interpretation in 3 Easy Steps: An Overview – Part 3
In our part 3 of EKG rhythm interpretation, you will get a quick rundown on the anatomy of the heart and how a typical rhythm malfunctions, progressing to the different...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | February 9, 2018
EKG Interpretation in 3 Easy Steps: An Overview – Part 3
Antihypertensive Drugs: Diuretics in a Nutshell
When talking about heart conductivity, the first thing that comes to mind is the rate in which the heart contracts – either too much or too little. If the heart...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | February 7, 2018
Antihypertensive Drugs: Diuretics in a Nutshell
Memory Trick for Remembering Insulin Peak, Onset, and Duration
Do you have difficulty pinpointing and memorizing the different types of insulin with their peak, onset, and duration? Here’s a nifty trick for you – we will show you how...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | February 5, 2018
Memory Trick for Remembering Insulin Peak, Onset, and Duration
How to Interpret BUN and Creatinine Levels
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels are frequently prescribed by health care providers (HCP). And as a nursing student, it’s essential to understand the importance of interpreting these BUN...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | February 2, 2018
How to Interpret BUN and Creatinine Levels
Peripheral Catheters: Pulmonary Caths explained (SWANS) Pt 5
In this lecture we are going to talk about the following: Hemodynamics SWANS catheter Cardiac output Pulmonary artery wedge pressure Atrium pressure (central venous pressure) Hemodynamics The main reason for...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | January 31, 2018
Peripheral Catheters: Pulmonary Caths explained (SWANS) Pt 5
Antihypertensive Medication: Calcium Channel Blockers – Part 2
Calcium channel blockers are antihypertensive medications that technically reduce hypertension or blood pressure; thus, relieving stress from the heart. How does one quickly spot a calcium channel blocker? More often...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | January 29, 2018
Antihypertensive Medication: Calcium Channel Blockers – Part 2
Fetal Heart Monitoring Guide
What is important in a fetal heart assessment? Let’s start with the basics. In fetal heart monitoring, two monitors are placed on the mother’s abdomen. One will measure the contractions,...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | January 26, 2018
Fetal Heart Monitoring Guide
Nurse Delegation and Management Questions to Know
Essential NCLEX topics include delegation, prioritization, and leadership. Among those that were mentioned, delegation-type questions are a huge part of nursing schools. The NCLEX examination is a critical milestone for...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | January 24, 2018
Nurse Delegation and Management Questions to Know
Hematology for Leukemia and Blood-Related Cancers – Part 1
Hello. We will be discussing leukemia and its pathophysiology with its different types. What is leukemia? Leukemia is cancer in the blood. “Leuk” came from the immature white blood cells...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | January 19, 2018
Hematology for Leukemia and Blood-Related Cancers – Part 1
Psychiatric Pharmacology Made Easy – Part 1
One of the biggest topics in nursing school is psychiatric pharmacology. Here at SimpleNursing.com, we breakdown every single vital information and present it to you in the simplest possible way....
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | January 17, 2018
Psychiatric Pharmacology Made Easy – Part 1
EKG Rhythms: Accurate Interpretation in 3 Easy Steps Pt 2
Whether you’ve been out of school for 30 years or more, or finishing your nursing school but still have no idea how to do proper EKG interpretation and how the...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | January 15, 2018
EKG Rhythms: Accurate Interpretation in 3 Easy Steps Pt 2
Arterial Blood Gases Uncomplicated Study Guide – Part 4
One of the most difficult, confusing topics in your nursing fundamentals would be determining whether your client is alkalotic or acidotic. To help you create a more functional method of...
Written by SimpleNursing Editorial Team | January 10, 2018
Arterial Blood Gases Uncomplicated Study Guide – Part 4