Nursing Mnemonics Podcast by NURSING.com (Nursing Podcast, NCLEX® Prep for nursing students)
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Circulatory Checks (5 Ps)
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check for the 5 P's in every neurovascular check. For example, when the patient has a cast, or had some sort of orthopedic or vascular procedure
Cholinergics Crisis (SLUD)
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A cholinergic crisis can occur if the body stops properly breaking down Acetylcholine. This can cause overactivity of Acetylcholine at the neuromusc...
CHF (UNLOAD FAST)
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
These treatments used in conjunction will help in reducing the symptoms and complications associated with CHF.
Cardiac Valves Blood Flow (Toilet Paper My A--)
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This simple mnemonic helps to remember the order in which blood passes through the four heart valves in sequential order.
Cancer (CAUTION UP, CANCER)
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cancer can sometimes be difficult to identify, but the earlier it is detected the better chance treatment will be effective.
Bleeding Precautions (RANDI)
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If a patient is taking an anticoagulant to prevent blood clots there is increase risk for bleeding. Be careful with blades when shaving. Do not take...
Asthma (ASTHMA)
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The therapeutic management for a patient with asthma. Asthma is a spasming of the airways, which causes difficulty breathing.
Appendicitis (PAINS)
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Psoas sign is pain when a patient extends their thigh while lying on their side with knees extended. It indicates irritation to certain abdominal mu...
Arterial Blood Gases (Rome)
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
First look at the pH: if it is low it is acidosis, high indicates alkalosis. Second use the ROME mnemonic to determine if you have respiratory vs. m...
Altered Mental Status (AEIOU TIPS)
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are many reasons why a patient may present with altered mental status. Neurological injury is not the only reason for AMS! Make sure you explo...
Alzheimer (5 As)
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The 5 A's of Alzhemiers Disease. These signs point to a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Type Dementia
Adrenal Gland Hormones (3 Ss)
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are three different adrenal gland hormones which can be remembered as the 3 Ss: sugar (glucocorticoids) affects glucose utilization, fat metabol...
Vitamins (ADEK)
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vitamins A, D, E, and K are all fat soluble vitamins. Dogs get fat eating too much kibble
Steroids (6 S's)
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steroids are an effective treatment for asthma, COPD, Crohn's, Lupus and more. However,they have the potential for very serious side effects, which ar...
Traction (TRACTION)
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nursing care and responsibilities with patients in traction
Sprains and Strains (RICE)
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
These four basic interventions can help to alleviate the symptoms of a sprain or a strain. A strain is excessive stretching of muscle. A sprain is e...
Steps in the Nursing Process (AAPIE)
16 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
These are the steps of the nursing process. Gather information, determine the problem and the best approach. Implement your interventions, and then ev...
Steps in the Nursing Process (ADPIE)
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
These are the steps of the nursing process. Gather information, determine the problem and the best approach. Implement your interventions, and then ev...
IADLS (SCUM)
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The instrumental activities of daily living are used to determine a patient's ability to carry out necessary functions for independent living. If they...
ECG Lead Placement (BEEP)
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Use the mnemonic BEEP to remember minor bleeding precautions. Think – if the patient sees any bleeding, they'll BEEP the call light!
Canes and Walkers (COAL, WWAL)
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When teaching a patient how to walk with a cane it is important to instruct them to keep the cane on the opposite side of the affected extremity.
Body Systems (MR DICE RUNS)
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To remember the 10 major body systems.
ADLs (BATTED)
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Lidocaine Toxicity (SAMS)
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lidocaine is an anesthetic that prevents painful impulses from reaching the brain. These are signs that the patient may have had too much lidocaine (l...
Emergency drugs (LEAN)
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Drug Interactions (TDCI)
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Coumadin and ilosone: Ilosone can increase the effects of Coumadin, increase risk for bleeding. Coumadin and Dilantin: potential for increased effects...
Cholinergic, Anticholinergic (SLUDGE)
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A cholinergic crisis can occur if the body stops properly breaking down Acetylcholine. This can cause overactivity of Acetylcholine at the neuromuscul...
Bradycardia (IDEA)
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This refers to symptomatic bradycardia and hypotension. Bradycardia and hypotension are not necessarily adverse clinical findings requiring treatment ...
Beta blockers (1 heart, 2 lungs)
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Beta 1 adrenergic receptors are mostly found in the heart. Beta 2 adrenergic receptors are found in lungs, GI tract, vascular smooth muscle, skeletal ...
Acidosis Alkalosis and pH
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alkalosis has a K, therefore it is Kicking the pH UP! | Acidosis has a D, therefore it is dropping the pH DOWN!
Electrolyte Location (PISO)
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Potassium and sodium are the two most abundant cations in the body and have an inverse relationship in regards to intracellular and extracellular conc...
Hyponatremia (SALT LOSS)
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Hypokalemia (6 L's)
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
Hypercalcemia Hypocalcemia (CATS, GroansMoansBonesStonesOvertones)
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The BONES store the most calcium – remember these words that rhyme with BONES to help you remember possible signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia.
Hypernatremia (FRIED, SWINE, SALT, MODEL)
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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". Hyp...
Blood Types
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...