Nursing Concepts Live

About Nursing Concepts Live

Nursing Concepts Live Interactive Learning for Nursing Students Nursing Concepts Live Nursing Concepts Live is an educational podcast series built directly from real nursing school curriculum. It transforms dense lecture slides, textbooks, and classroom content into clear, conversational episodes that help students actually understand and retain what they need for clinical practice and the NCLEX. Each episode features hosts Alex and Jordan in an interactive, quiz-style format. Instead of passive listening, students are prompted to pause, think, and answer NCLEX-style questions with full rationales. The focus is always on clinical reasoning—connecting pathophysiology, assessment findings, and priority nursing interventions so you learn why something happens, not just what it is. Topics are drawn straight from nursing coursework and include hypertension and perfusion, infection control, elimination, thermoregulation, fluid and electrolyte balance, medications, nutrition, culture, diversity, spirituality, and real-world clinical scenarios. Whether you’re reviewing for class, preparing for clinicals, or building clinical judgment, Nursing Concepts Live turns your actual nursing curriculum into an engaging, active-learning tool you can listen to anywhere. Script written by Eugene Adjetey, curator of Nursing Concepts Live.

Publisher

Eugene Adjetey

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Oct 2026

Latest episode

1 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Nov 2026

   Pain and Comfort

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 14 – Pain & Comfort (Full) Overview Thorough coverage of pain physiology, classification, comprehensive assessment, multimodal management (pharmacologic + non-pharmacologic), special populations, and the ethical obligation to treat pain. Key Topics Covered Nociception: transduction, transmission, perception, modulation Acute vs. chronic pain; nociceptive vs. neuropathic pain Cancer pain and breakthrough pain Assessment tools (NRS, FACES, FLACC, PAINAD) and full pain history Pharmacologic management (WHO ladder, multimodal, adjuvants) Key side effects and safety (opioids, NSAIDs, acetaminophen) Non-pharmacologic modalities (physical, cognitive-behavioral, environmental) Special populations (older adults, children, patients with substance use disorders) Ethical responsibility to believe the patient and treat pain Clinical Pearls “Pain is whatever the experiencing person says it is” (McCaffery) Always assess before intervening; reassess after every intervention Multimodal approaches reduce opioid requirements and improve outcomes Undertreating pain is a form of harm NCLEX-Style Questions Reviewed Postoperative patient rates pain 8/10 → Perform a thorough assessment first Accurate statement about chronic pain → It can persist after tissue healing and significantly affect quality of life, mood, and function Takeaway Comfort is a core outcome of nursing care. Assess thoroughly, intervene multimodally, reassess, and advocate.

2. 

   1 Nov 2026

   Safety and Quality Improvement

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 13 – Safety & Quality Improvement (Full) Overview Deep dive into patient safety culture, types of errors, National Patient Safety Goals, high-risk areas (falls, medications), quality improvement methods, and the nurse’s role in creating safer systems. Key Topics Covered Definitions of safety and quality Shift from culture of blame to culture of safety / Just Culture Types of errors (slips/lapses, rule-based, knowledge-based; active vs. latent) National Patient Safety Goals (core themes) Fall prevention — multifactorial approach Medication safety (rights + system safeguards) QI models: PDSA, DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA Near-miss reporting and psychological safety Structured communication (SBAR, CUS) Clinical Pearls Near-miss reporting is as important as reporting actual harm Just Culture distinguishes human error, at-risk behavior, and reckless behavior Nurses are uniquely positioned to identify system failures because we work at the sharp end 24/7 NCLEX-Style Questions Reviewed Near-miss with look-alike heparin vial → Report through the organization’s reporting system Action that best demonstrates a culture of safety → Encourage reporting of errors and near misses without fear of punishment for honest mistakes Takeaway Safety is not an extra task — it is how every other aspect of nursing care is delivered. Speak up and report near misses

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   1 Nov 2026

   Sleep

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 12 – Sleep (Full) Overview Full walkthrough of sleep physiology, stages, factors that disrupt sleep, major disorders (especially obstructive sleep apnea), assessment, and evidence-based nursing interventions in both community and hospital settings. Key Topics Covered Circadian rhythm and homeostatic sleep drive NREM stages (N1, N2, N3) and REM sleep — functions of each Age-related changes in sleep architecture Factors affecting sleep (illness, meds, environment, lifestyle, stress) Common disorders: insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), narcolepsy, parasomnias, restless legs Nursing assessment (sleep history, Epworth Sleepiness Scale, environmental review) Hospital-specific strategies to protect sleep Non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic approaches Clinical Pearls OSA risk factors: obesity, large neck, male sex, age, alcohol → screen and refer for sleep study Hospitals are high-risk for sleep disruption — cluster care, dim lights, reduce noise CBT-I is first-line for chronic insomnia (more effective long-term than meds) NCLEX-Style Questions Reviewed 55-year-old with BMI 38, snoring, daytime sleepiness, hypertension → Screen for OSA and facilitate sleep study Correct sleep hygiene teaching → Keep bedroom cool, dark, and quiet Restless postop patient requesting sleeping pill at 2 a.m. → Assess pain and other discomforts first Takeaway Sleep is a physiologic necessity, not a luxury. Protect it the same way you protect airway and skin integrity.

4. 

   1 Nov 2026

   Sensory Perception

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 11 – Sensory Perception (Full) Overview Comprehensive coverage of the sensory perception process, factors that affect it, common deficits, sensory deprivation vs. overload, nursing assessment, and targeted interventions. Designed for deep understanding rather than quick review. Key Topics Covered Three components of sensory perception: reception, perception, and reaction Factors influencing sensory function (age, culture, illness, medications, stress, lifestyle) Sensory deficits (visual, auditory, gustatory, olfactory, tactile, kinesthetic) Sensory deprivation vs. sensory overload — causes, signs, and differences Full nursing assessment of the senses + environmental assessment Nursing interventions tailored to specific deficits Safety implications (falls, injury risk, aspiration) Clinical Pearls Sudden vision changes → rule out acute angle-closure glaucoma or retinal detachment Hallucinations + isolation + reduced stimuli = classic sensory deprivation Face the patient, reduce background noise, and speak clearly for hearing loss (do not shout) NCLEX-Style Questions Reviewed Isolated older adult with hallucinations after surgery → Sensory deprivation (increase meaningful stimuli) Best communication with severe hearing loss → Face the client and speak slowly/clearly Restless ICU patient with machine “talking” in a noisy environment → Reduce environmental stimuli first

5. 

   17 Oct 2026

   Series Checkpoint (Summary + NCLEX Practice)

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 11 – Series Checkpoint (Summary + NCLEX Practice) Fluids & Electrolytes • Culture, Diversity & Spirituality • Nutrition

6. 

   17 Oct 2026

   Nutrition

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) ### Episode 10 – Nutrition Nursing Concepts Live

7. 

   17 Oct 2026

   Culture, Diversity & Spirituality

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 9 Overview – Culture, Diversity & Spirituality Hosts: Alex & Jordan (same voices) Key topics covered: What culture really is (learned, dynamic, identity-giving) Cultural humility (the 5 R’s) vs cultural competence Barriers to giving and receiving care LIVE and LEARN model Social Determinants of Health with concrete nursing examples Diversity beyond culture + vulnerable populations Explicit vs Implicit bias Using professional interpreters correctly Spirituality vs Religion Faith, hope, love, meaning & purpose Spiritual well-being vs spiritual distress (symptoms + nurse role) HOPE spiritual assessment tool Age-appropriate approaches across the lifespan Religious practices that affect nursing care (diet, prayer, dress, birth, death) Two interactive clinical questions with rationales

8. 

   17 Oct 2026

   Fluid & Electrolyte Imbalances

   Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 8 Overview – Fluid & Electrolyte Imbalances Hosts: Alex & Jordan (same voices) Quick link back to Episode 7 foundations Hypovolemia – causes, classic signs, priority actions (with interactive question) Hypervolemia – heart failure/kidney failure link, lung and JVD findings Third-spacing reminder (intravascularly dry while looking puffy) Sodium imbalances – brain cells swell or shrink, correction speed warning Potassium deep dive – ECG changes, never IV push, digoxin connection, emergency treatments Magnesium & Calcium – Chvostek, Trousseau, torsades, and why low Mag keeps K low Multiple pause-and-answer clinical questions with full rationales Nursing priorities that actually stick

9. 

   4 Oct 2026

   The 11 Antihypertensive Classes

   Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 6 is ready! File: ### Episode 6 Overview – The 11 Antihypertensive Classes Hosts: Alex & Jordan (same voices, witty + clear style) Big Picture: Blood pressure = how hard the heart pushes × how tight the pipes are × how much fluid is in the pipes. All 11 classes covered with: - Examples - Mechanism of action (in plain language) - Key adverse effects - Practical nursing tips Classes included: 1. Alpha-adrenergic blockers (doxazosin, tamsulosin) 2. Calcium-channel blockers (amlodipine, diltiazem, verapamil) 3. Thiazide diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide) 4. Potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone) 5. Vasodilators (hydralazine, nitroprusside, nitroglycerin) 6. Cardioselective β-blockers (metoprolol) 7. Nonselective β-blockers (propranolol, sotalol) 8. α1 + β blockers (carvedilol, labetalol) 9. ACE inhibitors (benazepril, lisinopril) 10. ARBs (losartan, valsartan) 11. Loop diuretics (furosemide, bumetanide) Interactive questions with rationales baked in (first-dose timing, angioedema priority, dry cough, potassium risks). Listen, pause, answer out loud — this one is built for actual retention. Enjoy Episode 6!

10. 

    3 Oct 2026

    Summary + NCLEX Practice

    Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 5 (Summary + NCLEX Practice) is ready! File: ### Episode 5 Overview – The Witty Grand Finale Hosts: Alex & Jordan (extra sarcasm and banter dialed up) What you’ll get: - Fast, funny recap of Episodes 1–4 (hypertension math → infection/CAUTI → meds → clinical HF scenario) - Dedicated elimination section (BUN/creatinine, anuria/oliguria, nocturia, fluid restriction myth, fecal impaction) - Honest (and slightly snarky) explanation of why cranial nerves were skipped — they’re classic A&P, not the med-surg focus of this series - 5 NCLEX-style questions with full rationales: 1. ACE inhibitor priority finding (angioedema) 2. CAUTI priority action 3. Digoxin toxicity with low potassium 4. Metabolic alkalosis risk (NG suction) 5. DASH/lifestyle teaching — alcohol limit - Big-picture synthesis connecting afterload, meds, infection control, elimination, and priority thinking - Closing pep talk with attitude This one ties everything together, tests you, and keeps the energy high. Listen, answer out loud, and go crush the NCLEX. You’ve got this!

11. 

    3 Oct 2026

    Clinical Reasoning: Hypertension + Heart Failure Scenario

    Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 4 is ready! File: ### Episode 4 Overview – Clinical Reasoning: Hypertension + Heart Failure Scenario Hosts: Alex & Jordan This episode walks through the exact patient scenario from your Perfusion notes and answers each question with rationale and real-world examples (not just definitions): 1. What is happening to the patient’s blood pressure? → Stage 2 hypertension explained with comparison to normal values. 2. What is happening to afterload? → Increased resistance explained with the “stiff balloon” analogy and link to heart failure risk. 3. What might be happening to preload? → Fluid overload → increased venous return, with water-balloon stretch example. 4. Why does the patient have crackles? → Pulmonary congestion from left-sided backup, with classic auscultation description. 5. Why is this concerning? → Worsening heart failure / risk of acute pulmonary edema, with decompensation example. Plus: - Full prioritized nursing assessment list with rationale - Two interactive clinical-judgment questions (desaturation priority + afterload-reducing meds) with explanations - Clear connection of hypertension → afterload → heart failure → fluid backup This episode trains you to think like a nurse instead of just memorizing terms. Listen, pause, answer out loud, and practice the reasoning. Enjoy Episode 4!

12. 

    3 Oct 2026

    Hypertension & Perfusion Medications

    Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 3 is ready! File: ### Episode 3 Overview – Hypertension & Perfusion Medications Hosts: Alex & Jordan (same interactive quiz style) Topics covered: - Big-picture reminder: BP = CO × SVR (meds as “verbs”) - Alpha blockers (“-osin”) – first-dose syncope tip - ACE Inhibitors (“-pril”) – cough, angioedema, hyperkalemia - ARBs (“-sartan”) - Beta blockers (selective, nonselective, dual-acting) – apical pulse, asthma caution - Calcium Channel Blockers (“-dipine” + others) – constipation, more effective in AA patients - Diuretics – Thiazide, Loop, Potassium-sparing (when to supplement K+) - Statins – no grapefruit, liver monitoring - Vasodilators – nitroprusside for hypertensive emergency - Digoxin – potassium, toxicity signs (halos/green-yellow vision), hold if apical <60 - Nitrates – headache & hypotension - Memory tips: Beta blockers = slow the HEART | ACE/ARBs = relax the VESSELS | Diuretics = remove FLUID - Built-in pause-and-think questions on teaching points and assessments Listen, pause when prompted, answer out loud, and lock in the nursing considerations. Enjoy Episode 3!

13. 

    3 Oct 2026

    UTIs, CAUTI, PRECAUTIONS, HAIs

    Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Episode 2 is ready! File: ### Episode 2 Overview – Deeper Dive into Infection Hosts: Alex & Jordan (same interactive style) Topics covered: - UTIs – ascending infections, E. coli (≈85%), women vs men, age - Lower tract (urethritis, prostatitis, cystitis) vs Upper tract (pyelonephritis) - Classic signs & symptoms of cystitis and pyelonephritis - Diagnostics: urine dipstick (nitrites + leukocyte esterase), full UA, culture & sensitivity - Pharmacologic treatment (short course for lower tract vs longer/IV for upper tract) - Catheter-Associated UTI (CAUTI) – how bacteria ascend (inside vs outside the catheter) - Evidence-based CAUTI prevention strategies - Antibiotic patient education + teach-back - Standard Precautions - Transmission-based precautions (Airborne, Droplet, Contact, Enteric) - Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) – most common types and resistance issues - Built-in clinical judgment scenario and pause-and-think questions Listen, pause when prompted, answer out loud, and reinforce the material actively. Enjoy Episode 2!

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    2 Oct 2026

    Hypertension, infection, elimination & thermoregulation

    Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. (https://rss.com/podcasts/nursing-concepts-live/voicemail) Here’s your interactive learning podcast created from the attached files (Hypertension, Infection, Elimination, and Thermoregulation). File ready: ### Podcast Overview – “Nursing Concepts Live” Hosts: Alex & Jordan (conversational, quiz-style format) Structure: 1. Hypertension - BP = CO × SVR, MAP, regulatory systems (SNS, RAAS, ANP/BNP, etc.) - Classifications (Normal → Stage 2) - Primary vs Secondary - Hypertensive emergency - Lifestyle (DASH) + key med classes & nursing tips - Built-in pause-and-recall questions 2. Infection - Definition & why it matters - Chain of infection (6 links) - Stages of infection - Primary / Secondary / Tertiary defenses - Risk factors & diagnostics (WBC, cultures, etc.) - Clinical Judgment scenario with Mr. Wilson (recognize cues → evaluate outcomes) - Terminology (endemic → pandemic) 3. Elimination - BUN & Creatinine - Anuria vs Oliguria - Nocturia, nephron, urinary diversion, fecal impaction - Why you don’t restrict fluids in incontinence - Constipation causes in older adults 4. Thermoregulation - Temperature routes + nursing considerations (oral, rectal, axillary, tympanic, temporal) - Key meds: Acetaminophen & Aspirin (uses, adverse effects, nursing implications) Interactive features baked in: - Pause-and-think questions - Clinical judgment walkthrough - Quick-fire quizzes - Encouragement to say answers out loud or teach a partner Listen, pause when prompted, answer out loud, and you’ll reinforce the material actively. Enjoy studying!

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