Send us a Text Message.Lets break down hypo and hyper secretion of the adrenal glands. Of all the endocrine related topics, this one sucks the most, in my opinion, based on the pathophysiology and nursing implications of what we should do.  Support the Show.

Adrenals - Cushings vs Addison's

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Send us a Text Message.In this episode I cover cardiogenic shock considerations and how this type of shock differs from the other types. Medication considerations, nursing interventions and how one would evaluate if care provided improved the patient outcome.  Support the Show.

Cardiogenic Shock!

Send us a Text Message.In this episode I discuss different types of seizures, how they might present, and nursing interventions to consider if taking care of these types of patients.  Support the Show.

Seizures - Hear all about it!

Send us a Text Message.In this episode I briefly break down upper GI issues include Hernias, PUD, and gastritis. I talk about what this might look like in your patients, what you do as a nurse, and how you evaluate and educate your patients regarding these issues from the nitty gritty standpoint.  Support the Show.

Upper GI problems!!! (Hernia's, Peptic Ulcer Disease, and Gastritis)

Send us a Text Message.In this episode I talk about the trajectory of sepsis and nursing considerations. Support the Show.

Sepsis! (SIRS->Sepsis->Shock->MODS)

Send us a Text Message.In this episode I discuss the basic pathology of DIC and then dive into the nitty gritty basics of how these patients present, what our interventions are and how we evaluate their outcomes.  Support the Show.

Adrenals - Cushings vs Addison's

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