CCRN Review: Recent Episodes

Kay Hoppe

001. An introduction to a great review of the Core Curriculum for Critical Care Nursing to help prepare you to take the CCRN Exam! This episode provides an overview of how the CCRN Review episodes are structured as well as great test-taking resources available on my website:www.kayhoppepresents.com

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Episode #030   In this episode, we will discuss bleeding esophageal varices including:

  • Etiologies
  • Underlying pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Treatment/Nursing Interventions

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Kay
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Episode #029  In this episode, we will be discussing pancreatitis.   We will talk about the following:

  • Pathophysiology
  • Etiologies
  • Presenting Signs & Symptoms
  • Diagnostic Findings
  • Treatments
  • Complications

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Here's what you get with my reviews:

  • Unlimited 24/7/365 LIFETIME online access
  • Recordings that go along with power point slides
  • Comprehensive note taking guides for each section
  • Thirty continuing education hours approved by the California Board of Nursing
  • A 150-question Mock CCRN Exam (or 125-question Mock PCCN Exam)

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Kay

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Episode #028.   In this episode we will discuss increased intracrantial pressure including:

  • Etiologies
  • Signs and Symptoms
  • Treatment measures

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Episode #027.   In this episode we will discuss intracranial hematomas, including:

  • Epidural
  • Subdural
  • Subarachnoid
  • Intracerebral

For each of the above, we will talk about etiologies, presenting signs and symptoms, and recommended treatment/monitoring.

Want more in dept information?  Check out my CCRN and PCCN Review Courses which are on sale now!  Head over to my website for more information:  https://www.kayhoppepresents.com

Are you looking for a CCRN Mock Exam to identify target study areas or assess your readiness to take the CCRN?  You can find one here for only $25!
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Kay

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Episode #026   In this Episode, we will be discussing skull fractures.  We will take a look at etiologies, clinical presentation, and treatments for each of the following skull fractures:

  • Linear
  • Basilar
  • Depressed

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Kay :)

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Episode #025    In this episode, we will talk about Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome including:

  • Etiologies
  • Pathophysiology
  • Presenting Signs and Symtpoms
  • Treatment Modalities

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Kay

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Episode #24   In this episode we will talk about flail chest and tension pneumothorax

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Kay

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Episode #023     In this episode, we will be talking about Pulmonary Embolus including:

  • Pathophysiology
  • Etiologies (including Virchow's Triad)
  • Clinical Signs and Symptoms
  • Prevention
  • Treatment

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Kay

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Episode #22     In this episode, repiratory terminology will be reviewed including:

  • Palpation and Vocal Fremitus
  • Percussion sounds (both normal and abnormal)
  • Nomal breath sound names and locations (including abnormalities)

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Remember the Online CCRN Review Course coming to you in February-March 2022!

Have a blessed day!

Kay :)

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Episode #21     In this episode, we will discuss cardiac tamponade including:  Etiologic factors, clinical presentation, hemodynamic and diagnostic findings, and patient management strategies.

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Remember the Online CCRN Review Course coming to you in January 2022!

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Episode #20    This episode discusses the identification and  managent of a patient with Carotid Stenosis.

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Episode #19  In this episode, we will discuss the etiologies and physical assessment findings in acute peripheral arterial disease.  Patient management strategies will also be discussed.

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Remember the Online CCRN Review Course coming to you in January 2022!

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018  In this episode we will discuss the etiologies, patient presentation, and treatment modalities for the three types of cardiomyopathy including:

  • Dilated
  • Obstructive
  • Restrictive

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Blessings!

Kay

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017  In this episode we will discuss commonly encountered cardiac valve disorders including:

  • Mitral Regurgitation
  • Aortic Stenosis
  • Mitral Stenosis
  • Aortic Regurgitation

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I hope to see you in future episodes!

Have a blessed day!

Kay
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  • 016  In this episode, we will be discussing care of the patient that presents with Hypertensive Emergency including:

  • Etiologies
  • Signs/Symptoms
  • Drug Therapy Options

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Kay

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015  In this episode we will discuss the most common pacemaker concepts seen on the CCRN Exam including:

  • Pacemaker malfunctions:  Identification, causes and trouble shooting
  • Pacemakers in special situations such as codes and surgery
  • Biventricular Pacing

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Blessings,

Kay

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Episode #014  In this episode we will be discussing the critcally ill patient with heart failure including:

  • Etiology
  • Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Treatment

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Have a blessed day!

Kay :) 

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Episode #013   This episode is an extension of ACS Part One and focuses on Diagnostics, Drug Therapy and Complications.

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Kay :) 

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012  In this epidode (the first of two parts), we will be discussing acute coronary syndromes including:

  • Pathogenesis of Coronary Artery Disease
  • Unstable Angina, Non-ST Elevation MI & ST-Elevation MI
  • Patient Presentation
  • Risk Factors
  • ECG Findings
  • Correlation of ECG findings with wall involved and corresponding conduction system disturbances

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Kay :) 

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Episode 011  In this episode, we will review the components of cardiovascular assessment.

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Kay :) 

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010  This episodes discusses commonly used Critical Care Infusions including:

  • Vasopressors
  • Inotropes
  • Vasodilators
  • Antihypertensives

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Kay :) 

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009  In this episode, we will apply concepts learned in Episodes 007 and 008 to a variety of critical care conditions

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Kay :) 

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008  In this episode, we will be discussing:

  • What 'a' and 'v' waves are and what they reflect
  • Why you need to know about 'a' and 'v' waves
  • How to troubleshoot common monitoring problems (such as catheter fling)
  • Complications associated with a pulmonary artery catheter or intraarterial line

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Have a blessed day!

Kay :) 

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007  This episode reviews hemodynamic parameters, normal and abnormal values, waveforms, and ensuring accuracy in monitoring hemodynamic values

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Kay :) 

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006 This episode discusses the following Twelve Lead ECG Topics:

  • Components of conduction
  • Lead groupings
  • Indications for monitoring QT interval
  • Electrolyte effects on the ECG
  • Drug effects on the ECG
  • Ischemia, Injury and Infarct effects on the ECG
  • Identification of right and left bundle branch block
  • Identification of right/left atrial enlargement
  • Identification of right/left ventricular hypertrophy

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Have a blessed day!

Kay :) 

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005   In this episode, antiarrhythmic drugs used in the critical care setting will be discussed

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Kay :) 

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003  This episode reviews Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology

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Kay :) 

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004  This episode covers the essentials of the Cardiac Conduction System including a review of Basic Rhythm Interpretation.

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Kay :) 

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002  This episode covers the process for signing up for the CCRN Exam as well as 'testable' topics specific to the Cardiovascular System

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Have a blessed day!

Kay :) 

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Episode 001   This episode gives you a general layout of the CCRN Review Podcast as well as upcoming plans!

My CCRN Online Program is available NOW!!!  Lifetime 24/7 access and 30  CE Hours!!!

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Have a blessed day!

Kay :)