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EP 164: Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - January 16, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes
Watch out for warning signs of Alzheimer's when talking to someone you love or even your own self.  —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN Are you or a loved one worried about memory issues? If you answer yes to 1 or more of these warning signs, please make an appointment with your loca...

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104: Time Management Tips for Creating School-Life Balance

Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club - January 10, 2024 06:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 303 ratings
Ensuring you excel in Nurse Practitioner school while also making time for the things you enjoy, that recharge you and that give you energy for other areas of your life, is easier said than done. That’s why Anna is taking over the show this week to share her top tips.   Tune in this week to ...

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EP163: Difference between Alzheimer's Disease and Forgetfulness

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - January 09, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes
While forgetfulness is normal, be wary of the warning signs of Alzheimer's and dementia. —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN Let’s dive into this week’s episode where I’ll be talking about the Difference between Alzheimer’s Disease and Forgetfulness. Forgetfulness happens during th...

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EP162: Professional Use of Social Media: Interview with Dr. Carole Keim

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - January 02, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes
Honing in your message is such a valuable communication skill set.   —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN   As a board-certified pediatrician, author, podcaster and social media maven, Dr. Carole Keim has seamlessly transitioned from meeting clients in clinics to connecting with th...

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103: How to Save Time as a New Nurse Practitioner

Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club - December 27, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 303 ratings
If you want to balance seeing your loved ones with this busy period at work during the Holidays, you're in the perfect place. The holiday season is a jam-packed time when all Nurse Practitioners want to give their full attention to patients as well as friends and family. But how do we do that wi...

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EP161: Pitching to the Media: The Basics for Healthcare Professionals

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - December 26, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes
 We need a better way to translate studies and science  into something the public can understand. —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN   As a profession, nursing has struggled to effectively engage with the media, resulting in significant underrepresentation in most news stories....

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Episode 115 - Me, My Self-Loading Baggage, and I w/Miles Dunagan and Brett Reeder

Heavy Lies the Helmet - December 20, 2023 18:12 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 218 ratings
"Self-loading baggage" is a derogatory term often used by pilots to describe lazy or disengaged medical crew members in the air medical industry. Whether intentional or not, this behavior sets a bad precedent for those of us that want to embrace aviation cross-training and be able to assist the ...

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EP160: Alzheimer’s Care: Why You Need a Care Team and How To Build One

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - December 19, 2023 10:00 - 7 minutes
As a caregiver, seeking help is a strength and not a weakness.  —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN   When it comes to being a caregiver to a person living with Alzheimer’s disease, it takes a village. Caregiving can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone.    Join m...

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102: A Step-By-Step Guide to the Credentialing Process

Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club - December 13, 2023 06:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 303 ratings
You’ve graduated, passed your boards, and the next critical step is licensing and credentialing. This can feel like a huge time-consuming hurdle you have to overcome on your journey to becoming a real-deal Nurse Practitioner. Although it seems complicated, NP certification and licensure are esse...

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EP159: Brain Health: The Power of Psychological Flexibility with Dr. Carrie Johansson

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - December 12, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes
People experience the benefits of aging gracefully when they hold onto positive beliefs and manage 'stinking thinking.' —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN   Did you know that anxiety and depression are two major mental health problems affecting older adults today, according to th...

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5 Tips for Managing Medications in Alzheimer’s Disease

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - December 05, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes
Managing medications in Alzheimer's care is a task that requires a delicate blend of organization and empathy.  —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN Staying on top of medications when caring for a person living with Alzheimer’s disease can be very challenging for caregivers - from get...

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Episode 114 - You Train Ukraine w/Kevin Collopy and Brock Jenkins

Heavy Lies the Helmet - November 30, 2023 20:54 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 218 ratings
The Russo-Ukrainian War is an ongoing international conflict between Russia and Ukraine. At times such as these, medical training is essential and sometimes required of laypersons. International Medical Corps partnered with the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative (HHI) to provide comprehensive emerg...

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101: Your Clinical Experience: From Dread to Excitement

Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club - November 29, 2023 06:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 303 ratings
If you’re ready to look forward to going to clinical instead of dreading it, you’re in the right place. Anna and I are here today to share some of our own personal experiences of navigating clinical rotations and to show you how to take control of your clinical experience so it sets you up for f...

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How To Call 911 For Someone Living In Another State

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - November 28, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes
Emergency numbers are the kind of thing you may not fully appreciate until you need them.    —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN Would you know how to contact 911 for a loved one who lives in a different state?    Many people assume that if you call 911 in your local area that ...

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What to Know During Peri-Menopause with Dr. Amanda Tracy

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - November 21, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes
Improve your perimenopausal symptoms while protecting your brain as well.   —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN Are you in your early 40’s or 50’s and wondering if you are going through perimenopause?    If so, check out this episode with Dr. Amanda Tracy as she shares what you...

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Episode 113 - Being B.R.A.S.H. When Treating Bradycardia w/Dr. Kate Connelly and Jake Miller

Heavy Lies the Helmet - November 15, 2023 15:31 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 218 ratings
B.R.A.S.H. Syndrome is a phenomenon with a constellation of Bradycardia, Renal failure, AV nodal blockade, Shock, and Hyperkalemia requiring identification and management in the prehospital and transport setting. In this podcast episode, live from AMTC23, we discuss the pathophysiology of BRASH ...

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100: SOAP Notes: Do’s and Don’ts for Clinical Documentation

Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club - November 15, 2023 06:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 303 ratings
The most common and widely accepted format of clinical documentation is the SOAP note. It addresses the legal aspect of documenting the care you provide, but it also allows for consistency across providers, which is essential in healthcare. With all providers using the same format, it allows any...

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EP155: Brain Health Tips: BRIGHT MINDS with Barbara Gustavson | Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - November 14, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes
When you have positive beliefs about aging, there's a protective effect above and beyond what your genetics say. —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN While our brains undergo changes as we age, it's important to note that these do not necessarily mean we are normally bound to have Al...

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EP154: This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - November 07, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes
Negative beliefs about aging decrease your lifespan  by an average of seven and a half years.  —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN  From childhood on, we are barraged with messages that to grow older is a sad thing – that it means decline, decay, and illness. Society is also full ...

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99: Mental Health as a New NP

Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club - November 01, 2023 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 303 ratings
This week, Anna and I are here to discuss a topic that is near and dear to our hearts: mental health and self-care for Nurse Practitioners. If you’ve taken any of our classes, you’ll know that we focus on stress and anxiety management as you prepare for boards, but prioritizing your mental healt...

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Episode 112 – Acid Base Trifecta (Presentation)

Heavy Lies the Helmet - October 31, 2023 20:39 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 218 ratings
Dan presented the talk “Metabolic Acidosis: The Eye Can Only See What the Mind Can Comprehend” at AMTC23. In this recording, he teaches you how to identify the prevalence of acid-base disorders including triple disturbances, how to calculate anion gap and determine the etiology of the gap, and h...

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EP153: 4 Warning Signs of Breast Cancer and How to Do a Self-Breast Exam

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - October 31, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes
No matter where you live or who you are, breast cancer  could affect your life.   —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN   For nearly 4 decades now, October has been recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. No matter where you live or who you are, breast cancer could affect y...

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EP152: Food, Eating, and Alzheimer’s Disease with Haylie Pomroy

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - October 24, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes
Being a lifelong learner in pursuit of true health and wellness is part of being age-friendly.    —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN   When it comes to managing chronic illness and even preventing it – the key lies in the power of nutrition. The impact of WHAT WE EAT and WH...

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Episode 111 - Critical Comfort Care w/Brianna Fields

Heavy Lies the Helmet - October 18, 2023 22:02 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 218 ratings
As a critical care clinician, do you consider yourself well-versed in comfort care? Do you consider yourself well-rehearsed in having the discussions leading up to the patient's or family's decision to implement it? This concept may be outside your comfort zone, especially if you work in emergen...

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98: Telemedicine

Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club - October 18, 2023 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 303 ratings
What is telemedicine, what are its benefits, and what are the factors that lead to success in the telemedicine field? There are some common challenges, legal considerations, and best practices for Nurse Practitioners moving into the virtual realm, and we’re discussing all of them on today’s show...

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EP151: Nurse Practitioner School: What Do Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners Do?

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - October 17, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes
There is a huge national need for psychiatric service providers to help all ages, from children to older adults.    —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN As a family nurse practitioner, my passion has always been in the field of geropsychology - a specialty that utilizes psychologic...

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EP150: Review of the OasisSpace Upright Walker: 5 Things to Know

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - October 10, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes
There is limited study on any type of walker in clinical trials. Do your own research and make sure you or your loved ones can use it safely.  —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN   Are you thinking about getting a walker and not sure what you need to know before buying one?  In ...

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97: Physical Assessment and Examination Skills

Real Deal Nurse Practitioner Club - October 04, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 303 ratings
Anna and I are talking about a topic that is at the very heart of nursing practice this week: physical assessment and examination skills. These skills are the cornerstone of effective patient care, diagnosis, decision making, and all the important things we do as Nurse Practitioners.   Learn...

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EP149: Top 4 Exercises for Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease

This Is Getting Old Podcast with Melissa B PhD - October 04, 2023 00:00 - 29 minutes
Do you know the best ways to prevent falls as you age? Want to learn more about how physical therapy (PT) can be a game-changer? This information is important for all of us as we age but are especially important for caregivers and those living with Alzheimer’s disease.  Join me on today’s ep...

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Episode 110 - The Truth About A-Fib

Heavy Lies the Helmet - September 23, 2023 12:16 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 218 ratings
Atrial fibrillation, particularly A-Fib with RVR (Rapid Ventricular Response), is often an emergency requiring emergent intervention beyond ACLS and its associated algorithms. Identification of A-Fib can be challenging in itself, much less trying to determine what intervention(s) are indicated. ...