Pulse Check with Archer Nursing

A pulmonary embolism can become life-threatening fast — but would you recognize the signs and know what to do first?
In this episode of Pulse Check with Archer Nursing, Dr. Morgan Taylor breaks down pulmonary embolisms (PEs) in a way that actually sticks. Learn why a PE causes a V/Q mismatch, the classic signs to watch for, Virchow’s triad, and how to prioritize nursing interventions when every second counts.
Plus, we’ll walk through an NCLEX-style practice question so you can put it all together and test your prioritization skills.
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Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) can progress quickly, making early recognition and intervention essential for NICU nurses.In this episode of Pulse Check with Archer Nursing, Dr. Morgan Taylor is joined by Archer Review Chief Medical Officer and neonatologist Dr. Steve DeMayo to walk through a realistic NEC case and break down exactly what future nurses need to know.You’ll learn:* The pathophysiology behind NEC* The biggest risk factors in premature infants* Early warning signs vs. signs of severe disease* Key abdominal X-ray findings* What to do when NEC is suspected* The nursing priorities you need to know for the NCLEX and clinical practiceThen, put it all together with an NCLEX-style question: When a preterm infant develops a green gastric residual and a newly distended, firm abdomen, what should the nurse do first?Think you know the answer? Watch until the end and see if you got it right.Explore more nursing school and NCLEX resources at ArcherReview.com Connect with us!📸 Instagram: @archernursing📘 Facebook: Archer NCLEX Review🎵 TikTok: @archernursing▶️ YouTube: Archer Review NCLEX, USMLE, TEAS7, and FNPVisit Archer Review: archerreview.com#ArcherReview #ArcherNursing #NCLEX #NCLEXPrep #NursingSchool #NursingStudent #FutureNurse #NICUNurse #NICUNursing #NeonatalNursing #NecrotizingEnterocolitis #NEC #PediatricNursing #NursingEducation #NursingPodcast

In this episode of Pulse Check with Archer Nursing, host Dr. Morgan Taylor sits down with Hiva Kaz, Director of Advanced Practice, to unpack what advocacy really means for nurses—and why it all starts with self-advocacy.
Advocacy can feel overwhelming, especially when it gets tangled up with politics and policy. But before you can advocate for the profession, you have to be able to advocate for yourself. Morgan and Hiva get candid about nursing's culture of self-sacrifice, why burnout is driving nurses from the bedside, and how small, everyday actions build the foundation for bigger change.
What we cover:
Why self-advocacy is the starting point for all advocacy
The problem with treating nursing as "just a calling"
Meeting your basic needs as a form of self-advocacy
How to speak up on your unit—and do it constructively
Bringing solutions (and administrator language) to the table
Asking the right questions in job interviews to find a healthy culture
Knowing when to stay, advocate, and when it's okay to walk away
Whether you're a student about to graduate, a new grad at the bedside, or an experienced nurse looking for change, this conversation will leave you with practical, doable steps to advocate for yourself and your patients.
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Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is one of the most urgent maternal emergencies every nursing student needs to recognize. In this episode of Pulse Check with Archer Nursing, Dr. Morgan Taylor breaks down the pathophysiology behind postpartum hemorrhage, the most common causes, and the priority nursing interventions you need to know for the NCLEX and clinical practice. 
Through a real-life clinical story from her very first nursing shift, Morgan walks you through how to identify uterine atony, recognize early signs of hemorrhage, and prioritize lifesaving nursing actions.
In this episode, you'll learn:
What postpartum hemorrhage is and why it happens
The "4 Ts" of postpartum hemorrhage
Why uterine atony is the leading cause of PPH
How to assess a boggy fundus and what it means
The priority nursing interventions for postpartum hemorrhage
When to perform fundal massage
The role of oxytocin (Pitocin) and other uterotonic medications
Why an empty bladder matters after delivery
How to recognize signs of hypovolemic shock
NCLEX-style prioritization strategies for maternal-newborn nursing
Whether you're preparing for the NCLEX, studying maternal-newborn nursing, or reviewing postpartum emergencies before clinicals, this episode simplifies a high-yield topic into practical concepts you'll remember.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction & NCLEX Practice Question
02:10 Understanding normal postpartum physiology
05:20 The 4 Ts of postpartum hemorrhage
09:10 Uterine atony explained
12:30 Why bladder distention matters
15:15 Real-life postpartum hemorrhage case study
23:45 Priority nursing interventions
29:30 Oxytocin, uterotonics & medication review
36:15 When hemorrhage doesn't stop
42:20 NCLEX practice question breakdown
46:10 Key takeaways
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What should a nurse do when a client taking haloperidol suddenly develops a high fever, severe muscle rigidity, confusion, and profuse sweating?
In this episode of Pulse Check with Archer Nursing, Dr. Morgan Taylor breaks down neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a rare but life-threatening reaction associated with antipsychotic medications.
Learn how to recognize:
• High fever and lead-pipe muscle rigidity
• Tachycardia, hypertension, and diaphoresis
• The difference between NMS and serotonin syndrome
• Complications such as rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney injury
• Priority nursing interventions and emergency treatment
Test your knowledge with an NCLEX-style practice question and learn why immediately holding the antipsychotic medication and notifying the provider is the priority action.
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