Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club

2d ago

When you're gearing up for your board exam, practice questions are one of the most powerful tools you can use - but only if you're using them the right way. In this minisode, Courtney and I answer common questions about practice questions, like how many to do each day and what scores you should be aiming for in practice exams. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

Dec 10

When you're stepping into clinical practice, difficult diagnoses can show up in subtle ways that require you to slow down and think critically. In this episode, our Senior Nurse Practitioner Content Editor Courtney and I walk through a real case study that looks straightforward at first, but reveals how important it is to connect the right clues and avoid assumptions when symptoms don't follow the textbook. This episode will help you refine your critical thinking, expand your differential diagnosis, and build the confidence to trust your judgment when things aren't as simple as they appear on the surface. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/difficult-diagnoses-case-study-critical-thinking-courtney-h Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

Dec 3

For your board exam, dermatology questions often come down to recognizing the right buzzword. In today's minisode, Courtney walks through the high-yield skin findings you must be able to identify on sight so you can quickly differentiate similar conditions on test day. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

Nov 26

When you're preparing for your NP certification exam, pharmacology questions can feel overwhelming with all the drug names, interactions, and clinical scenarios to remember. In this episode, our content guru Courtney and I tackle this challenge head-on with a rapid-fire pharmacology Q&A session that mirrors the fast-paced nature of the actual exam. The format gives you a chance to quiz yourself alongside Courtney, building confidence through repetition of key concepts. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/np-exam-pharmacology-lightning-session-courtney-h Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

Nov 19

Medication warnings save lives, but which ones will actually show up on your certification exam? Today, Courtney and I review three critical boxed warnings that are heavily tested on nurse practitioner board exams. By understanding these three boxed warnings, you'll be prepared to recognize the red flags on your exam and in practice. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

Nov 12

This episode kicks off Pharmacology November with a focused review of antibiotics that matter most for your boards and practice. I walk through the major drug classes you need to know breaking down their key uses, safety profiles, and those crucial exceptions that show up on exams. From understanding why Augmentin works when amoxicillin fails to knowing when doxycycline trumps all other options (even in pregnancy), this content review covers the practical decision-making you'll face daily. By the end, you'll have a clearer framework for choosing first-line treatments and knowing exactly when and why to reach for alternatives. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/antibiotics-classes/ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

Nov 5

In this special minisode, I'm introducing our new NP Confidence Corner series, where we'll share quick, actionable tips released every other week between our regular episodes. Today, Kaitlyn joins me to share a clinical pearl about eye examinations that transformed her practice as a new NP. Join us on November 6th for a must-see webinar on the most common eye conditions in primary care: https://lp.npreviews.com/webinars Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial

Oct 29

Studying for your nurse practitioner board exam can feel overwhelming. There's so much to cover, and everyone around you seems to be doing it differently. In this episode, my colleague Kaitlyn and I share how to create a study plan that actually fits your life and learning style instead of working against you. Tune into discover a clear framework for building your study calendar, integrating practice questions from day one, and protecting your energy along the way. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/creating-study-plan-np-board-exam-prep-kaitlyn-d Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/smnpreviewsofficial