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Nursing students—this one's for YOU. In this episode of The Daily Dose: Nursing with RN Bryant, we break down one of the most testable and life-threatening topics on the NCLEX: Potassium imbalances.

Whether you're prepping for boards or brushing up on patient care, you'll walk away understanding:

✅ What potassium actually does in the body
✅ Clear causes of hypokalemia & hyperkalemia
✅ Straightforward signs, symptoms, and WHY they happen
✅ Lifesaving nursing interventions & clinical priorities
✅ Real NCLEX-style questions to test your knowledge

📲 BONUS: Learn how to recognize ECG changes, prioritize interventions, and avoid the most common pitfalls nursing students make!

If you're serious about passing the NCLEX or becoming the sharpest nurse on your unit—you can't skip this episode.

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Welcome back to The Daily Dose: Nursing with RN Bryant! In today's episode—Part 2 of our in-depth NCLEX review on Fluids & Electrolytes—we’re exploring Sodium Imbalances. Whether you're prepping for your NCLEX, brushing up as a new grad, or looking to solidify your foundational knowledge, this episode breaks down Hyponatremia (low sodium) and Hypernatremia (high sodium) clearly and thoroughly.

Together, we'll cover:

• ✅ Easy-to-understand explanations of sodium’s critical role in fluid balance and nerve function.
• ✅ Common causes and risk factors of sodium imbalances.
• ✅ Signs and symptoms you can’t afford to miss—remember our helpful mnemonic, "FRIED SALT"!
• ✅ Detailed nursing interventions, including IV fluid selection, safety precautions, and patient monitoring.
• ✅ NCLEX-style clinical examples to boost your critical thinking.

Make sure you're subscribed so you don’t miss our next episode (Part 3), where we'll dive into Potassium Imbalances (Hypokalemia and Hyperkalemia), essential knowledge for managing cardiac patients.

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In this episode of The Daily Dose: Nursing with RN Bryant, I’m sharing my personal experience studying for and passing the NCLEX, along with practical tips to stay calm and confident on exam day. I talk about how I used UWorld to prepare, what it felt like to finally see the word “PASS,” and how I transitioned from student nurse to new grad.

We’ll also dive into what it was really like applying for jobs after graduation, the truth behind my first nursing job at a nursing home (spoiler: it wasn’t great), and the life-changing experience of moving away from home for my first hospital job.

Whether you're a nursing student, future RN, or just love hearing real-life healthcare journeys, this episode is for you.

🎧 Subscribe, follow, and don’t forget to connect with me on Instagram and TikTok @TheDailyDose_With_RN_Bryant. Have ideas for future episodes? Email me at TheDailyDosePodcastRN@yahoo.com — I’d love to hear from you!

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Welcome to The Daily Dose: Nursing with RN Bryant! In this power-packed episode, we kick off Part 1 of our Fluids and Electrolytes NCLEX Review Series—perfect for nursing students, new grads, and anyone looking to strengthen their foundation.

We’ll break down the basics of fluid compartments, electrolytes, homeostasis, diffusion, osmosis, filtration, hydrostatic pressure, third spacing, and more—step by step, in a way that actually makes sense. No complicated jargon. Just real talk, clinical tips, and exam-focused content to help you pass the NCLEX and succeed at the bedside.

Whether you’re cramming for an exam, prepping for clinicals, or brushing up on your fundamentals, this episode is made for YOU.

📌 Topics Covered:

• Electrolytes & their roles
• Fluid compartments (ICF, ECF, plasma, interstitial)
• Third spacing explained
• Diffusion, osmosis, and filtration
• Hydrostatic pressure vs. osmotic pressure
• Real-life nursing applications + NCLEX tips

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Starting nursing school is exciting... and overwhelming. In this episode of The Daily Dose: Nursing with RN Bryant, I’m taking you back to the very beginning—my first day of class, my first pair of scrubs, and yes... my first clinical.

From dealing with study burnout at my little desk, to witnessing racism during clinicals, to trying (and failing) to study at a restaurant —I’m sharing what nursing school is really like behind the scenes.

Whether you’re in school now, thinking about applying, or just curious what it's all about, this episode is packed with honest stories, real lessons, and a few tips I wish I had when I started.

🎧 Tune in, laugh with me, learn from me—and maybe even feel a little more ready for your own journey.

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Ever feel completely lost about your future? You're not alone. In this very first episode of The Daily Dose: Nursing with RN Bryant, I’m opening up about my real, unfiltered journey to becoming a nurse—a path that started with zero direction, a love for dance, a handful of random jobs, and a dream that didn’t go as planned.

I’ll share how I went from being unsure of my future, to facing rejection from PA school, to discovering that nursing was the path I didn’t even know I needed. If you’re in school, questioning your next step, or simply feeling stuck in life, this episode is for you.

💭 Expect honesty, encouragement, and the kind of real talk I wish someone had shared with me when I was figuring it all out.

🎧 Tune in and find out how hitting detours and dead ends helped me find my purpose—and how they can lead you to yours, too.

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In this very first episode of The Daily Dose: Nursing with RN Bryant, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what this podcast is all about. Whether you’re a brand new nurse, a seasoned RN, a student in survival mode, or someone just curious about the real world of nursing—this space is for you.

I’ll share a bit about who I am, what inspired this show, and what you can expect each week—from honest stories and expert interviews to practical tips and just the occasional dose of real talk when you need it most.

Hit subscribe and join the community—because in nursing, we take care of each other.

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