Pharmacology Videos
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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.