Pharmacology Videos
Browse videos in the Pharmacology category.
Pediatric NCLEX Review: Prioritization, Emergencies, Milestones & Med Safety
This pediatric NCLEX review covers the key concepts nursing students need to recognize high-priority pediatric patients and answer safety-based exam questions. Topics include NCLEX prioritization rules, pediatric vital sign trends, developmental milestones and regression, croup vs. epiglottitis, signs of abuse and neglect, mandated reporting, and high-yield pediatric pharmacology. Students will review essential medication safety points including kilogram-based dosing, ibuprofen and aspirin precautions, IM injection site selection, digoxin toxicity signs, amoxicillin teaching, and pancreatic enzyme administration for cystic fibrosis.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) — High-Yield NCLEX Review
## 1. YouTube Title & Description **Title:** Multiple Sclerosis (MS) NCLEX Review | Pathophysiology, Signs & Symptoms, Nursing Interventions & Pharmacology --- **Description:** Struggling with the neuro section of the NCLEX? This high-yield Multiple Sclerosis review covers everything nursing students need to know to confidently answer MS questions on the boards — from pathophysiology to pharmacology, all broken down in a clear, memorable way. In this video, you'll master: - The core pathophysiology of MS and how demyelination disrupts nerve transmission - How to instantly tell MS apart from Myasthenia Gravis (a classic NCLEX trick!) - Must-know signs and symptoms: Charcot's triad, Uhthoff's sign, Lhermitte's sign, optic neuritis, and Romberg's sign - Priority nursing interventions and how to teach patients to avoid exacerbation triggers - Bowel and bladder management strategies, including the step-by-step constipation algorithm - Key MS medications mapped to the symptoms they treat — exactly how the NCLEX tests pharmacology Whether you're in nursing school, deep in NCLEX prep, or brushing up on neurological nursing, this structured breakdown will help you retain the concepts that matter most on test day. 🔍 Topics Covered: MS Pathophysiology | Myelin Sheath | MS vs Myasthenia Gravis | Charcot's Triad | Uhthoff's Sign | Lhermitte's Sign | Romberg Sign | Optic Neuritis | Nursing Interventions | Urinary Incontinence vs Retention | Clean Intermittent Catheterization | Beta Interferon | Corticosteroids | Baclofen | Oxybutynin | Bethanechol | Modafinil | NCLEX Neuro Review #NCLEX #NursingSchool #MultipleSclerosis #NCLEXReview #NursingStudy #NeuroNursing #NCLEXPrep #NursingExam #MSNursing #HighYieldNursing --- ## 2. Members-Only Library Title & Description **Title:** Multiple Sclerosis (MS) — High-Yield NCLEX Review --- **Description:** This video provides a comprehensive, board-focused breakdown of Multiple Sclerosis for NCLEX preparation. Topics include the autoimmune pathophysiology of CNS demyelination, key distinguishing features between MS and Myasthenia Gravis, and high-yield clinical findings such as Charcot's triad, Uhthoff's sign, Lhermitte's sign, and optic neuritis. Also covered: priority nursing interventions, environmental trigger education, bowel and bladder management protocols, and essential pharmacology including immunomodulators, corticosteroids, muscle relaxants, and bladder medications.
Lower Respiratory Disorders & Medications | NCLEX Priority Framework
This lesson covers high-yield respiratory pharmacology through the lens of NCLEX-style clinical prioritization. You'll learn how to apply the ABCs framework to respiratory emergencies, differentiate rescue medications (albuterol, ipratropium) from maintenance therapies (inhaled corticosteroids, LABAs, methylxanthines), and retain all major COPD drug categories using the "Chronic Pulmonary Medications Save Lungs" mnemonic. Key patient teaching points — including mouth rinsing after corticosteroid use and proper inhaler sequencing — are also addressed.
Diabetes Pharmacology: Insulin Safety, Oral Medications & Diabetic Emergencies
A focused review of high-priority diabetes pharmacology for NCLEX success. Covers insulin pharmacokinetics (onset, peak, duration), safe administration and mixing rules, and the critical safety considerations for metformin, sulfonylureas, and TZDs. Also addresses recognition and management of hypoglycemia using the Rule of 15, key differences between DKA and HHS including first-line treatment priorities, and how to differentiate the Somogyi effect from the dawn phenomenon using nighttime glucose monitoring.
Opioid Pharmacology: High-Yield NCLEX Review
Essential opioid nursing review covering the "low and slow" rule, respiratory depression management, naloxone administration, PCA pump safety, and fentanyl patch teaching. Includes critical threshold values, priority nursing actions, and an NCLEX-style practice scenario. Perfect for quick review before your exam.
Calcium Channel Blockers: DHP vs Non-DHP Explained
Complete NCLEX-focused review of calcium channel blockers covering mechanism of action, drug classifications, critical nursing assessments, and high-yield drug interactions. Learn the "dipine" memory trick, essential vital sign parameters, patient teaching priorities, and how to recognize dangerous interactions with grapefruit juice and digoxin. Includes red-flag contraindications and NCLEX-style clinical scenarios.
Analgesics: Opioids, NSAIDs & Acetaminophen for NCLEX
Comprehensive review of analgesic pharmacology for NCLEX preparation. Learn critical safety information about opioids (morphine, hydromorphone, fentanyl, oxycodone), including respiratory depression thresholds, potency differences, and the "low and slow" assessment framework. Covers NSAID contraindications, acetaminophen maximum dosing and hepatotoxicity, proper narcotic wasting procedures, physical dependence vs. addiction, and naloxone administration for opioid overdose. Includes essential memory tricks, high-yield NCLEX concepts, and practical nursing considerations for safe medication administration. Key Topics: High-alert medications, respiratory depression management, drug diversion, overdose recognition, antidotes
Beta Blockers: LOL Mnemonic & Safety Assessment Guidelines
Comprehensive review of beta-adrenergic antagonists covering identification using the LOL mnemonic, mechanism of action, and critical safety considerations. Includes the essential 4 B's framework for monitoring (bradycardia/hypotension, breathing problems, heart failure exacerbation, and blood sugar masking), required nursing assessments, and patient education priorities. Features practical NCLEX-style application scenario.