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Episode 109: The Audio PANCE and PANRE Board Review Podcast
Mar 12, 2025
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Podcast Episode 108: Did You Miss Us? The Audio PANCE and PANRE is Back!
Aug 14, 2024
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Podcast Episode 107: This vs. That – PANCE Blueprint Comparisons You Need to Know (Part 1)
Aug 15, 2023
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Podcast Episode 106: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Questions + Review of Adrenal Insufficiency
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| 3/12/25 | ![]() Episode 109: The Audio PANCE and PANRE Board Review Podcast | Listen to Podcast Episode 109: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Welcome to episode 109 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover ten board review questions for your PANCE, PANRE, EOR, and EOC exams. Resources and links from today's episode: * View my PANRE-LA Performance Score and see my process for taking PANRE-LA Questions * Learn all about the new Smarty PANCE QBank * Sign up for our PANCE and PANRE Test-taking Masterclass * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram and Facebook * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community, then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of this site. Smarty PANCE includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, along with flashcards, ReelDx cases, integrated Picmonics, and lessons covering every blueprint topic available to all Smarty PANCE members. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, and all podcasting apps. * On each episode page, you can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources. Interactive Exam to Complement Today's Podcast 1. A 70-year-old man presents for evaluation of poorly controlled hypertension despite adherence to five different classes of antihypertensive medications. His medical history includes coronary artery disease with a myocardial infarction 3 years ago, peripheral artery disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. He reports no changes in his medication regimen and denies any recent lifestyle modifications. Physical examination reveals a blood pressure of 190/110 mm Hg in the left arm and 180/100 mm Hg in the right arm. His BMI is 24 kg/m². On auscultation, there is no abnormal heart sound. Which of the following additional findings is most likely to be seen in this patient? A. Elevated serum aldosterone-to-renin ratio B. Continuous murmur over the carotid arteries C. Diminished femoral pulses D. Continuous bruit in the lateral periumbilical area E. | — | ||||||
| 8/14/24 | ![]() Podcast Episode 108: Did You Miss Us? The Audio PANCE and PANRE is Back! | Listen to Podcast Episode 108: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Welcome to episode 108 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover ten board review questions for your PANCE, PANRE, EOR, and EOC exams. Resources and links from today's episode: * Sign up for our new PANCE and PANRE Test-taking Masterclass * Review the Asthma GINA guidelines and the lung cancer screening guidelines * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram and Facebook * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community, then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars. I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of this site. Smarty PANCE includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, along with flashcards, ReelDx cases, integrated Picmonics, and lessons covering every blueprint topic available to all Smarty PANCE members. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, and all podcasting apps. * On each episode page, you can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources. Interactive exam to complement today's podcast 1. A 25-year-old woman comes to the office due to fatigue and dizziness for the past several months. She works as a nurse and finds it increasingly difficult to complete her shifts. The patient reports heavy menstrual periods lasting 7-8 days each month. She has no significant medical history and is not on any medications. Blood pressure is 100/60 mm Hg and pulse is 75/min. BMI is 22 kg/m². Physical examination reveals pale conjunctivae and spoon-shaped nails. Hemoglobin is 8.5 g/dL. Which of the following sets of additional laboratory findings is most likely to be seen in this patient? A. Low ferritin, high TIBC, low serum iron B. High ferritin, low TIBC, high serum iron C. Low ferritin, low TIBC, high serum iron D. High ferritin, high TIBC, low serum iron E. Low ferritin, high TIBC, high serum iron Answer and topic summary The answer is A. Low ferritin, high TIBC, low serum iron | — | ||||||
| 8/15/23 | ![]() Podcast Episode 107: This vs. That – PANCE Blueprint Comparisons You Need to Know (Part 1) | Listen to Podcast Episode 107: This vs. That - PANCE Blueprint Comparisons You Need to Know (Episode 1) In today's session, we will be discussing five questions related to PANCE/PANRE Blueprint topics. These questions will cover similar presentations and crucial comparisons that are important for you to know. These topics are often used by PANCE/PANRE test question writers, so it's essential to learn how to differentiate between them. This is the first part (episode 1) of a series. If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Links from today's episode: * Sign up for our new PANCE and PANRE Test-Taking Masterclass. * Check out my first blog in our "This vs. That" Blueprint series: The PANCE Blueprint Showdown: Crohn's Disease vs. Ulcerative Colitis. * Want a question of the day that covers the Blueprint - ALL of it? Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series. * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram and Facebook for more daily questions. * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community, then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars. I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of this site. Smarty PANCE includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, along with flashcards, ReelDx cases, integrated Picmonics, and lessons covering every blueprint topic available to all Smarty PANCE members. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Amazon Music, and all podcasting apps. * You can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources on each episode page. Interactive exam to complement today's podcast 1. A 32-year-old woman presents with a 6-month history of loose bowel movements, approximately eight per day. Blood has been present in many of them. She has lost 30 pounds. For the past 6 weeks, she has had intermittent fever. She has had no previous gastrointestinal (GI) problems, and there is no family history of GI problems. On examination, | — | ||||||
| 6/14/23 | ![]() Podcast Episode 106: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Questions + Review of Adrenal Insufficiency | Listen to Podcast Episode 106: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions + Review of Adrenal Insufficiency If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Welcome to episode 106 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover ten board review questions for your PANCE, PANRE, EOR, and EOC exams. Links from today's episode: * Sign up for our new PANCE and PANRE Test Taking Masterclass * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram and Facebook * Review adrenal insufficiency and adrenal disorders * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community, then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars. I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of this site. Smarty PANCE includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, along with flashcards, ReelDx cases, integrated Picmonics, and lessons covering every blueprint topic available to all Smarty PANCE members. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Amazon Music, and all podcasting apps * You can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources on each episode page. Interactive exam to complement today's podcast 1. A 22-year-old female with an unknown past medical history presents to the ER with a prolonged seizure lasting more than 5 minutes per EMS. Her airway was supported, and IV access was obtained en route to the ER. Her blood glucose is 120. Her vitals are stable, and laboratory studies are relatively unremarkable. Which of the following would be an appropriate medication to give to this patient? A. Calcium gluconate B. Propofol infusion C. Lorazepam D. Clonidine E. Narcan Answer and topic summary The answer is C. Lorazepam | — | ||||||
| 5/8/23 | ![]() Podcast Episode 105: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Listen to Podcast Episode 105: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Welcome to episode 105 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover ten board review questions for your PANCE, PANRE, EOR, and EOC exams. Links from today's episode: * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook * Review systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) * Review the diabetes diagnostic guidelines * Review gestational diabetes screening guidelines * Review basal cell carcinoma and our comparison tables of the Blueprint dermatologic neoplasms * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community, then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars. I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of this site. Smarty PANCE includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, along with flashcards, ReelDx cases, integrated Picmonics, and lessons covering every blueprint topic available to all Smarty PANCE members. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Amazon Music, and all podcasting apps * You can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources on each episode page. Interactive exam to complement today's podcast 1. A 68-year-old male farmer presents with a flesh-colored papule with a rolled border located on the right side of his forehead. As you examine the lesion closely, you notice something else about the lesion. Which of the following physical exam findings would make you more suspicious of malignancy? A. Telangiectasia B. Nikolsky sign C. | — | ||||||
| 3/20/23 | ![]() Podcast Episode 104: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Listen to Podcast Episode 104: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Welcome to episode 104 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover ten board review questions for your PANCE, PANRE, EOR, and EOC exams. Links from today's episode: * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community, then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars. I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of this site. Smarty PANCE includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, along with flashcards, ReelDx cases, integrated Picmonics, and lessons covering every blueprint topic available to all Smarty PANCE members. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Amazon Music, and all podcasting apps * You can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources on each episode page. Smarty PANCE is not sponsored or endorsed by, or affiliated with, the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Interactive exam to complement today's podcast When is screening for gestational diabetes done? A. 16 weeks B. 22 weeks C. 24 weeks D. 32 weeks E. 34 weeks Answer and topic summary The answer is C. 24 weeks Prenatal care is extremely important. Screening for gestational diabetes is routinely done in pregnant patients at 24 weeks of gestation (typically until 28 weeks). Pregnancy is associated with insulin resistance, mostly because of the placenta’s secretion of human placental lactogen. There are bad consequences of gestational diabetes, so it is critical it is diagnosed and treated adequately. The initial test is a one-hour 50-gram oral glucose tolerance test (GTT). A positive test >135 mg/dL. If a patient tests positive, they need to undergo the second test, which is a three-hour 100 mg oral GTT. The cut-offs are debated, but generally, the following are positive results: fasting > 95 mg/dL, | — | ||||||
| 3/8/23 | ![]() Podcast Episode 103: Ten PANRE & PANRE-LA Intervention Complex Practice Questions | Listen to Podcast Episode 103: Ten PANRE & PANRE-LA Intervention Complex Practice Question If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Welcome to episode 103 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover ten NCCPA-style board review questions for your PANRE and PANRE-LA exams. Special from today's episode: * Take the new PANRE & PANRE-LA (Intervention Complex) Practice Exam: Covers all the topics tested within the new PANRE (Intervention Complex) performance expectation with links to Smarty PANCE lessons. * PANRE & PANRE-LA Blueprint 8-Week Schedule and Study Planner * Read The New 2023 PANRE and PANRE-LA: Everything you Need to Know * Members can try out the newly updated PANRE-LA Smart Search Tool (you must log in to access the search bar) * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series to get daily questions for the next 478 days! * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community, then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of this site. Smarty PANCE includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, along with flashcards, ReelDx cases, integrated Picmonics, and lessons covering every blueprint topic available to all Smarty PANCE members. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps. * You can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources on each episode page. Here is an interactive exam to complement today's podcast 1. A 65-year-old man presents to your office with complaints of constipation for the past six months. He says that he has difficulty passing stools, which are hard and dry. He also reports occasional abdominal pain and bloating. He denies any weight loss, blood in stools, fever, or night sweats. His medical history is significant for hypertension and ... | — | ||||||
| 2/9/23 | ![]() Podcast Episode 102: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Listen to Podcast Episode 102: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Welcome to episode 102 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover ten board review questions for your PANCE, PANRE, EOR, and EOC exams. Special from today's episode: * Read The New 2023 PANRE and PANRE-LA: Everything you Need to Know * Members can try out the newly updated PANRE-LA Smart Search (you must log in to access the search bar) * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars. I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of this site. Smarty PANCE includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, along with flashcards, ReelDx cases, integrated Picmonics, and lessons covering every blueprint topic available to all Smarty PANCE members. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps. * You can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources on each episode page. Interactive exam to complement today's podcast 1. Which of the following is NOT true about a non-ST elevation myocardial infarction? A. Non-enteric-coated, chewable aspirin 325 mg should be given B. Troponins are elevated C. It happens due to a partially occluded epicardial coronary artery D. Patients need a 12-lead EKG E. You will always see ST depressions Answer and topic summary The answer is E. You will always see ST depressions A non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) is defined by the absence of persistent ST-elevation with elevated cardiac biomarkers (e.g., troponin I or T, CKMB, etc). It happens due to a partially occluded epicardial coronary artery (leading to subendocardial ischemia). NSTEMI typically presents as pressure-type chest pain. Patients with a suspected NSTEMI should receive a 12-lead EKG within 10 minutes of arrival. ST depression, transient ST-elevation, | — | ||||||
| 11/2/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 101: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Welcome to episode 101 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover ten board review questions for your PANCE, PANRE, and rotation exams. Special from today's episode: * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community then sign up for a study group to get updates about upcoming webinars. * Check out our updated End of Curriculum (EOC) Exam Course * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint Email Series * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook I hope you enjoy this free audio component of the examination portion of the Smarty PANCE website. The full board review website includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions, flashcards, and blueprint lessons available to all members of Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps. * You can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources on each episode page. Listen to Podcast Episode 101: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Interactive exam to complement today's podcast 1. A 75-year-female smoker with a history of atrial fibrillation and hypertension presents to the ER complaining of a 2-hour history of right-sided weakness and aphasia that has now resolved. Her physical exam and vital signs are completely unremarkable. CT head is unremarkable. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? A. Subarachnoid hemorrhage B. Transient ischemic attack C. Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis D. Multiple sclerosis E. Complicated migraine Answer and topic summary The answer is B. Transient ischemic attack The patient had a transient ischemic attack (TIA), which is characterized by transient neurological symptoms without objective evidence of acute infarction. Symptoms vary, but patients may have hemiparesis, hemiplegia, aphasia, or vision loss. Risk factors include alcohol, hypertension, smoking, diabetes, illicit drug use, and atrial fibrillation. Urgent evaluation is needed in patients with symptoms of TIA (e.g., coagulation studies, TTE, EKG, CT or MRI head, imaging of the cervicocephalic vasculature via carotid US, CTA, or MRA). | — | ||||||
| 9/20/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 100: Atrial Fibrillation for the PANCE and PANRE | Welcome to episode one hundred of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me today as we cover atrial fibrillation for the PANCE, PANRE, and EOR exams. Special from today's episode: * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community then sign up for the Sunday Funday Study Group. Once you have signed up, you can access the Webinar replay of this episode here * Check out our updated End of Curriculum (EOC) Exam Course (now with orthopedics!) * Sign up for the Entire Blueprint email series * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook Below you will find the audio of today's podcast. The Audio PANCE/PANRE and EOR PA Board Review Podcast I hope you enjoy this free audio component to the examination portion of this site. The full board review course includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions and is available to all members of Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps. * You can listen to all the latest episodes, take interactive quizzes, and download more resources on each episode page. Listen to Podcast Episode 100: Atrial Fibrillation for the PANCE and PANRE If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. | — | ||||||
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| 7/21/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 99: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Welcome to episode 99 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten PANCE, PANRE, and EOR review questions from the Smarty PANCE Instagram/Facebook page and the smartypance.com board review website. Special from today's episode: * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community * Check out our all-new End of Curriculum (EOC) Exam Course (still in development) * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook Below you will find an interactive exam to complement today's podcast. The Audio PANCE/PANRE and EOR PA Board Review Podcast I hope you enjoy this free audio component to the examination portion of this site. The full board review course includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions and is available to all members of Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps. * You can listen to the latest episode, take an interactive quiz, and download more resources below. Listen Carefully Then Take the Practice Exam If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Podcast Episode 99: Ten PANCE/PANRE and EOR Topic Blueprint Questions 1. A 42-year-old male on lithium presents with polyuria, nocturia, and polydipsia. Laboratory findings are remarkable for slightly elevated sodium. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? A. Neurogenic diabetes insipidus B. Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus C. Type 2 diabetes mellitus D. SIADH E. Adrenal insufficiency Click here to see the answer The answer is B. Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (DI) is a condition where the kidneys are resistant to the effects of ADH. Nephrogenic DI can occur secondary to lithium toxicity or chronic lithium use, pregnancy, inherited disorders, and electrolyte issues. Clinical features include polyuria, nocturia, and polydipsia. Serum sodium is either normal or high. In this patient, lithium has entered the collecting duct, accumulated, and interfered with ADH’s capacity to increase water permeability. Treatment options for this patient include amiloride or thiazide diuretics. In general, whether or not lithium is discontinued depends on many factors. <a class="dt-sc-button small filled" href="https://smartypance. | — | ||||||
| 5/24/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 98: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Welcome to episode 98 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten PANCE, PANRE, and EOR review questions from the Smarty PANCE Instagram/Facebook page and the smartypance.com board review website. Special from today's episode: * Join the Smarty PANCE Member's Community* Check out our all-new End of Curriculum (EOC) Exam Course (still in development)* Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram* Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook Below you will find an interactive exam to complement today's podcast. The Audio PANCE/PANRE and EOR PA Board Review Podcast I hope you enjoy this free audio component to the examination portion of this site. The full board review course includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions and is available to all members of Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps.* You can listen to the latest episode, take an interactive quiz, and download more resources below. Listen Carefully Then Take the Practice Exam If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Podcast Episode 98: Ten PANCE/PANRE and EOR Topic Blueprint Questions 1. An 81-year-old female presents to the ER with acute onset of low back pain. She complains of bowel dysfunction and loss of sensation over her inner thighs. Physical exam reveals decreased lower extremity reflexes. Which of the following is the best diagnostic test for the likely diagnosis? A. Lumbar radiographsB. MRI of the lumbosacral spineC. CSF fluid analysisD. Scoliosis studiesE. None of the above Click here to see the answer The answer is B. MRI of the lumbosacral spine Cauda equina syndrome is a surgical emergency caused by severe stenosis in the lumbar spine (often due to acute disc herniation). Clinical manifestations include bowel/bladder dysfunction, decreased lower extremity reflexes, sciatica, saddle anesthesia (loss of sensation over the perineum, buttock, medial aspect of thighs), and decreased anal sphincter tone. Symptoms can develop acutely or chronically. An emergent MRI of the lumbosacral spine is the preferred diagnostic test. | — | ||||||
| 4/27/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 97: Murmurs Made Incredibly Easy – Ten PANCE Murmur Questions | Welcome to episode 97 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE PA board review podcast. Today is a bonus episode rounding out this fabulous five-part podcast series with Joe Gilboy PA-C, all about cardiac murmurs. In this week's episode, we continue our discussion of cardiac murmurs with ten PANCE and PANRE murmur questions. We'll cover the ins and outs of all the NCCPA content blueprint valvular disorders and learn how to identify and differentiate them from one another. If you haven't already, make sure to listen to our previous podcast episodes where we covered tricuspid stenosis, aortic valve murmurs, mitral valve murmurs, pulmonic valve murmurs, and HOCM and MVP. Podcast Episode 97: Murmurs Made Incredibly Easy - 10 PANCE and PANRE Murmur Questions Below is a transcription of this podcast episode edited for clarity. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Amazon Music, and most podcasting apps.* You can listen to this latest episode and access even more resources below. [00:00:00] Welcome back, everybody. This is Joe Gilboy. I work with Stephen Pasquini over there at Smarty PANCE. And today is the most dreaded podcast of all because you know what I'm going to do. That's right. I'm going to ask cardiac murmur questions. And I know it's the most dreaded thing in the world. Let's do this together because what I want to try to do here is make sense of it all. So, let's just kind of recap some basic rules before we start going down this thing. You know, the previous lectures, what have I been barking about? What's Joe been saying? First - inspiration, right? Expiration left. [00:00:40] Inspiration, right? Expiration left. So, with inspiration, the right-sided murmurs sound louder. So that's the tricuspid and the pulmonic valve regardless of if it's stenosis or regurgitation. Expiration - left. What am I saying? Everything on the left side sounds louder with expiration, | — | ||||||
| 4/4/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 96: Murmurs Made Incredibly Easy (Part 5 of 5) – MVP and HOCM | Welcome to episode 96 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE PA board review podcast. Today is part five of this fabulous five-part series with Joe Gilboy PA-C, all about cardiac murmurs. In this week's episode of the Audio PANCE and PANRE podcast, we continue our discussion of cardiac murmurs with a focus on Mitral Valve Prolapse (MPV) and Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCM). We'll cover the ins and outs of these two NCCPA content blueprint murmurs and learn how to identify and differentiate them from other types of murmurs. If you haven't already, make sure to listen to our previous podcast episodes where we covered tricuspid stenosis, aortic valve murmurs, mitral valve murmurs, and pulmonic valve murmurs. HOCM and MVP (a brief introduction) Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy (HOCM) is a cardiac abnormality that leads to the muscle in the wall of the heart growing and thickening to the point that it blocks blood flow exiting the heart. The condition can be mild or severe, and it can lead to a variety of symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, and irregular heartbeat. Complications may include heart failure, an irregular heartbeat, and sudden cardiac death. HOCM is a hereditary condition, and it is usually diagnosed in adulthood. There is no cure for HOCM, but treatments are available to manage the symptoms and help reduce the risk of complications. With proper care, people with HOCM can live long and healthy lives. *Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is covered under the PANCE cardiology content blueprint -> cardiomyopathy -> hypertrophic cardiomyopathy HOCM is also covered as part of the PAEA EOR pediatric rotation -> cardiovascular topic list -> hypertrophic cardiomyopathy Mitral Valve Prolapse (MPV) is a condition in which the leaflets of the mitral valve bulge or prolapse back into the left atrium during systole. This may cause blood to flow backward into the left atrium, leading to a heart murmur. In some cases, MPV may also cause symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, and shortness of breath. While MPV is usually benign, it can occasionally lead to serious complications such as heart failure or stroke. Treatment for MPV typically involves lifestyle modification and management of sym... | — | ||||||
| 3/10/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 95: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Welcome to episode 95 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten PANCE, PANRE and EOR review questions from the Smarty PANCE Instagram/Facebook page and the smartypance.com board review website. Special from today's episode: * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram* Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook Below you will find an interactive exam to complement today's podcast. The Audio PANCE/PANRE and EOR PA Board Review Podcast I hope you enjoy this free audio component to the examination portion of this site. The full board review course includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions and is available to all members of Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, on Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps.* You can listen to the latest episode, take an interactive quiz, and download more resources below. Listen Carefully Then Take the Practice Exam If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Podcast Episode 95: Ten PANCE/PANRE and EOR Topic Blueprint Questions 1. A 52-year-old patient is admitted with a lower gastrointestinal bleed. He is given 2 units of packed red blood cells. A few hours later the patient develops a fever but has no other symptoms or changes in vital signs. Lab studies reveal no significant changes. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? A. Transfusion-associated circulatory overloadB. Acute immune-mediated hemolytic reactionC. Transfusion-related acute lung injuryD. Febrile non-hemolytic transfusion reactionE. None of the above Click here to see the answer The answer is D. Febrile non-hemolytic transfusion reaction The most common transfusion reaction is a febrile non-hemolytic transfusion reaction (FNHTR). Patients with FNHTR may present with a fever a few hours after receiving packed red blood cells (PRBCs), which is caused by the small number of white blood cells and cytokines that can be found in each unit of PRBCs. Treatment consists of giving acetaminophen and ruling out other causes of fever (e.g., central line infection, urinary tract infection, etc). Incorrect Answers: Transfusion-associated circulatory overload (Choice A) occurs when the volume of the transfused component causes hypervolemia. | — | ||||||
| 2/16/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 94: Murmurs Made Incredibly Easy (Part 4 of 5) – Tricuspid Stenosis | Welcome to episode 94 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE PA board review podcast. Today is part four of this fabulous five-part series with Joe Gilboy PA-C, all about cardiac murmurs. In this week's episode of the Audio PANCE and PANRE podcast, we continue our discussion of cardiac murmurs with a focus on the tricuspid valve. We'll cover the ins and outs of tricuspid valve stenosis and learn how to identify it and differentiate it from other types of murmurs. If you haven't already, make sure to listen to our previous podcast episode where we covered aortic valve murmurs and mitral valve murmurs, and pulmonic valve murmurs. The Tricuspid Valve The tricuspid valve, or right atrioventricular valve, is a one-way valve that sits between the right atrium and right ventricle of the heart. It is essential for right ventricular filling and for preventing the backflow of blood from the right ventricle into the right atrium when the right ventricle contracts during systole. When functioning properly, the tricuspid valve is a passive structure that opens and closes in response to the pressure of the blood flowing through the heart. The right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the superior and inferior vena cava. The tricuspid valve which separates the right atrium from the right ventricle opens during ventricular diastole, allowing the deoxygenated blood to flow from the right atrium into the right ventricle, and closes during ventricular systole preventing the backflow of blood from the right ventricle into the right atrium as the right ventricle contracts to pump blood into the lungs out through the pulmonary artery. Tricuspid Valve Stenosis Tricuspid stenosis is a narrowing of the tricuspid valve or one of its three leaflets. If the tricuspid valve is narrowed or stenotic, it will not open properly during diastole, increasing the volume of blood in the right atrium. When the right ventricle contracts the stiffened tricuspid valve also fails to close completely and tricuspid regurgitation develops. Nearly all cases are caused by rheumatic fever. Podcast Episode 94: Murmurs Made Incredibly Easy (Part 4 of 5) – Tricuspid Valve Stenosis Below is a transcription of this podcast episode edited for clarity. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google... | — | ||||||
| 1/19/22 | ![]() Podcast Episode 93: Murmurs Made Incredibly Easy (Part 3 of 5) – Pulmonary Valve Stenosis and Regurgitation | Welcome to episode 93 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE physician assistant/associate board review podcast. Today is part three of this extraordinary five-part series with Joe Gilboy PA-C, all about cardiac murmurs. In this week's episode of the Audio PANCE and PANRE podcast, we continue our discussion of cardiac murmurs with a focus on the pulmonic valve. We'll talk about the different types of murmurs (stenosis and regurgitation) that can occur with the pulmonic valve and how to differentiate them from other types of murmurs. If you haven't already, make sure to listen to our previous podcast episode where we covered the aortic valve murmurs and mitral valve murmurs. The Pulmonic Valve Pulmonic valve stenosis (PVS) and pulmonic valve regurgitation (PVR) are two common heart valve diseases. PVS is a narrowing of the pulmonic valve, while PVR is leakage of blood back through the pulmonic valve. Both conditions can lead to significant heart problems if left untreated. Pulmonic valve stenosis PVS is the most common congenital heart disease, affecting approximately 1 in 1000 people. It can lead to right heart failure and/or pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lung arteries). PVS is caused by an abnormally thickened pulmonic valve or localized stenosis which means that it has a narrowing of the valve. Pulmonic valve stenosis has several different causes including: * Congenital heart disease – this means that the abnormal valve was present from birth but is often undiagnosed until adulthood. For example, children with Down's syndrome or Noonan syndrome are more likely to have an undiagnosed congenital heart defect such as PVS. It commonly is a component of tetralogy of Fallot.* Cocaine use in pregnancy – research has shown that there is a link between the use of cocaine in pregnant women and children with PVS, particularly if it is used close to the time of conception or later stages of pregnancy.* Infection during pregnancy can cause an inflammatory response which may lead to heart problems for the baby.* Autoimmune disease – PVS is sometimes associated with other autoimmune diseases, such as lupus. Symptoms of PVS can vary depending on the type of stenosis that is present and how much it has advanced. Mild cases may not cause any symptoms at all; however, it is common for patients to experience breathlessness, fatigue, chest pain, and palpitations. Heart sounds include increased splitting of S2 and a harsh crescendo-decrescendo ejection murmur heard best at the left parasternal 2nd or 4th intercostal space when the patient leans forward; the murmur grows louder immediately with Valsalva release and with inspiration. People with PVS may need to take some medication to ease their symptoms. For example, diuretics can help remove excess fluid; beta-blockers reduce the workload on the heart and therefore lower blood pressure and heart rate, and long-acting calcium channel blockers can reduce the force of contraction of the heart's left ventricle. | — | ||||||
| 12/8/21 | ![]() Podcast Episode 92: Murmurs Made Incredibly Easy (Part 2 of 5) – Mitral Stenosis and Regurgitation | Welcome to episode 92 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE physician assistant/associate board review podcast. Today is part two of this extraordinary five-part series with Joe Gilboy PA-C, all about cardiac murmurs. In this week's episode of the Audio PANCE and PANRE podcast, we continue our discussion of cardiac murmurs with a focus on the mitral valve. We'll talk about the different types of murmurs (stenosis and regurgitation) that can occur with this valve and how to differentiate them from other types of murmurs. If you haven't already, make sure to listen to our previous podcast episode where we covered the aortic valve murmurs. The Mitral Valve The mitral valve is located between the left atrium and the left ventricle in the heart. It consists of two leaflets (or cusps) and is responsible for preventing blood from flowing back into the atrium when the ventricle contracts. The mitral valve can have two types of murmurs: stenosis and regurgitation. * Mitral stenosis is a narrowing (or constriction) of the valve opening, which reduces the amount of blood that can flow through the valve. This type of murmur is of low pitch, rumbling in character, and best heard at the apex with the patient in the left lateral position.* Mitral regurgitation is a leakage (or backflow) of blood from the ventricle into the atrium, caused by weakened or damaged valve leaflets. This type of murmur is a holosystolic (pansystolic) murmur, heard best at the apex with the diaphragm of the stethoscope when the patient is in the left lateral decubitus position. In addition to auscultation, you can also look for certain signs and symptoms that may indicate mitral stenosis or regurgitation. For example, if a patient presents with chest pain (angina pectoris), this could be from decreased oxygen supply due to poor cardiac output in cases of significant stenosis. On the other hand, if a patient presents with an irregular heart rate (arrhythmia), this could be from increased electrical conduction velocity in cases of significant regurgitation. Also, keep in mind that mitral valve disease can also occur secondary to rheumatic fever or endocarditis, so you may need to consider these diagnoses if a patient has any of the aforementioned signs and symptoms. Below is a transcription of this podcast episode edited for clarity. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, <a href="https://music.amazon. | — | ||||||
| 12/1/21 | ![]() Podcast Episode 91: Cardiac Murmurs Made Easy Part 1 of 5 – Aortic Stenosis and Regurgitation | Welcome to episode 91 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Today is part one of an extraordinary five-part series with Joe Gilboy PA-C, all about cardiac murmurs. It's time to throw away everything you have ever learned that made you hate cardiac murmurs (you know those crazy line diagrams) and let Joe hard-wire your brain for success. I promise you that by the end of this podcast, you will no longer be afraid of murmurs, but you will welcome them into your brain with a whole heart, open arms, and the need to share this podcast with all your classmates. Below is a transcription of this podcast episode slightly edited for clarity. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, on Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Amazon Music, and most podcasting apps.* You can listen to the latest episode and access even more resources below. Welcome, everybody. This is Joe Gilboy PA-C, and today is part one of a five-part series on the two most dreaded words that every pa student and recert PA hates. Are you ready for the two words? Heart murmurs! Today we're going to start talking about heart murmurs, and we are going to break this down into a five-part series: * The first part is going to be on the aortic valve (today’s episode)* The second part will cover the mitral valve* The third will be all about the pulmonic valve* The fourth part will be about the tricuspid valve* And then, in the fifth part of this series, we're going to wrap this all together We're going to cover each valve one at a time. We will look at it and try to really make sense of it all. Because I know what you did in PA school, you had that little diagram that you made, you know, systolic or diastolic murmurs. You've memorized certain things. And then you get to that test question, and you're completely clueless on it, you're like, “I have no idea what they just said, Joe, I have no idea.” And then you're back to scrambling, looking for some word that's going to trigger you. And that's the key point- all the trigger words, all those high-value trigger words, they're gone. That's what the creators of the PANCE did about two to three years ago. They took all the trigger words out. Key point: * Don’t rely on keywords (trigger words) for your PANCE because they’re gone! So now, let's look at this differently. You did it your way. How did it work out? Probably not so well. So, guess what, | — | ||||||
| 11/3/21 | ![]() Podcast Episode 90: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Welcome to episode 90 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE Physician Assistant/Associate Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten PANCE, PANRE and EOR review questions from the Smarty PANCE Instagram/Facebook page and the smartypance.com board review website. Special from today's episode: * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram* Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook Below you will find an interactive exam to complement today's podcast. The Audio PANCE/PANRE and EOR PA Board Review Podcast I hope you enjoy this free audio component to the examination portion of this site. The full board review course includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions and is available to all members of Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, on Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps.* You can listen to the latest episode, take an interactive quiz, and download more resources below. Listen Carefully Then Take the Practice Exam If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Podcast Episode 90: Ten PANCE/PANRE and EOR Blueprint Questions 1. A 32-year-old male presents with acute ascending symmetrical paralysis and diminished reflexes in his bilateral lower extremities. He has a history of bloody diarrhea a few days ago. What did he likely eat that led to his symptoms? A. Uncooked rice B. Mayonnaise C. Uncooked chicken D. Soft unpasteurized cheese E. None of the above Click here to see the answer C. Uncooked Chicken This patient has Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), an acute immune-mediated polyneuropathic disorder. Clinical features include ascending symmetrical paralysis, diminished tendon reflexes, | — | ||||||
| 9/21/21 | ![]() Podcast Episode 89: Ten PANCE, PANRE, and Rotation Review Questions | Welcome to episode 89 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE PA Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten PANCE, PANRE and EOR review questions from the Smarty PANCE Instagram/Facebook page and the smartypance.com board review website. Special from today's episode: * Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Instagram* Follow Smarty PANCE and The Daily PANCE Blueprint on Facebook Below you will find an interactive exam to complement today's podcast. The Audio PANCE/PANRE and EOR PA Board Review Podcast I hope you enjoy this free audio component to the examination portion of this site. The full board review course includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions and is available to all members of Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, on Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and most podcasting apps.* You can listen to the latest episode, take an interactive quiz, and download more resources below. Listen Carefully Then Take the Practice Exam If you can't see the audio player, click here to listen to the full episode. Podcast Episode 89: Ten PANCE/PANRE and EOR Blueprint Questions 1. The definition of amblyopia is . . . A. Congenital cataracts noted at birth B. Retinal detachment seen in premature children C. Irregular pupillary size D. Increased distance between the medial and lateral canthus E. Subnormal visual acuity in one or both eyes despite correction of refractive error Click here to see the answer Answer: E. Subnormal visual acuity in one or both eyes despite correction of refractive error Amblyopia, also called lazy eye, is a disorder of sight in which the brain fails to process inputs from one eye and over time favors the other eye. It results in decreased vision in an eye that otherwise typically appears normal * Amblyopia is not correctable by refractive means* Amblyopia occurs in early childhood when nerve pathways between the brain and an eye aren’t properly stimulated* It may be caused by <a href="https://smartypance.com/lessons/eye-disorders/vision-abnormalities/strab... | — | ||||||
| 8/24/21 | ![]() How to Be a Better PA Part 2: Medical Staff, Administrators, and Supervisors | This is part two of a special three-part podcast series by Joe Gilboy PA-C on becoming a better PA. Part one was all about building better relationships with our nurses and ancillary staff. In part two we cover essential strategies on how to stay off the medical staff radar and get the medical staff, administrators, and supervisors on your side. Let's jump right into this special episode of The Audio PANCE and PANRE Podcast. You can listen to the podcast below and read the summarized (and edited version) of the transcript or listen in your podcast player of choice. The Audio PANE/PANRE Podcast Episode 86: How to be a Better PA (Part 2 of 3) You can also click here to listen to or download this episode. Episode Transcript and Summary This episode was recorded by Joe Gilboy PA-C and edited for clarity and readability by Stephen Pasquini PA-C. Welcome, everybody. This is Joe Gilboy, and this is a podcast to have a series of three podcasts on how to become a better PA. Today, we're going to talk about medical staff, our administrators, and our supervisors, whether a nursing supervisor, PA supervisor, or possibly physician supervisor. What I will be teaching you here in this podcast is how to interact with them and how to deal with them. And most importantly, how to have you make a better reputation for yourself and how to make you a better PA. * First, we're going to talk about the medical staff, which is a big group of people. * Second, we need to learn how to deal with administrators. These can also be the office managers at the clinics where you work.* And then your supervisors, these are the people above you, whether a nurse, a PA, or a doc.* Lastly, we will covering how to deal with (or leave) a toxic job So, let's talk about all these three people we're going to have to interact with. How to be a Better PA with Medical Staff Let me explain who medical staff really are, not whom you think there are, but I'm going to show you who they really are. I've been a physician assistant in the emergency room for 35 years. You would think that after 35 years, I've developed some tough skin. But there's one group of people that I fear the most, and you will begin to fear them as well. Who are they? The medical staff! Everybody has a boss. For example, you have a boss, and your boss has a boss, they have a boss, everybody has a boss. But there's one person who's at the very top of this pyramid. That's medical staff. So, when medical staff asked for something, when do you get it done? Now? Yes, right now, like yesterday was too late. So, the medical staff has asked for your ACLs card, PALS card, NCCPA card, or DEA number. They want a TB test, a flu shot, or they want your antibody titer for chickenpox. | — | ||||||
| 6/14/21 | ![]() Podcast Episode 87: Ten Internal Medicine EOR Questions | Welcome to episode 87 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE PA Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten internal medicine rotation EOR content blueprint questions from the Smarty PANCE physician assistant board and rotation review website. Special from today's episode: * Check out the updated Smarty PANCE Internal Medicine Rotation (EOR) Review Course* Download your Free Trello Smarty PANCE PAEA Internal Medicine EOR Tracking Template* Members can take the all-new Internal Medicine Rotation Practice Exam* View the interactive Smarty PANCE Internal Medicine Rotation (EOR) Topic List Below you will find an interactive exam to complement the podcast. The Audio PANCE/PANRE and EOR PA Board Review Podcast I hope you enjoy this free audio component to the examination portion of this site. The full board review course includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions and is available to all members of Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, Spotify, on Google Play Music or Stitcher.* You can listen to the latest episode, take an interactive quiz, and download more resources below. Listen Carefully Then Take The Practice Exam If you can't see the audio player click here to listen to the full episode. Podcast Episode 87: Ten Internal Medicine EOR Pulmonology Questions The following questions are linked to PAEA Content Blueprint lessons from the Smarty PANCE and PANRE Board Review Website. If you are a member, you will be able to login and view this interactive video lesson. 1. A 67-year-old man with a long history of constipation presents with steady left lower quadrant pain. Physical exam reveals low-grade fever, mid abdominal distention, and lower left quadrant tenderness. | — | ||||||
| 11/9/20 | ![]() Podcast Episode 86 – How to Be a Better PA Part 1: Nurses, Lab Techs, and X-Ray Technicians | This is part one of a special three-part podcast series by Joe Gilboy PA-C on becoming a better PA. Part one is all about building amazing relationships with our nurses and ancillary staff. You may be thinking to yourself, "Hey Stephen, I thought this podcast was about the PANCE and PANRE." "How does talking about nurses and ancillary make me a better PA or help me pass my boards?" If you asked this question, then you have come to the right place. Because as anybody who has ever worked as part of a healthcare team can tell you, the key to your success as a PA has little to do with you and a lot more to do with how you treat other people. So how do you become a better PA? Let's jump right into this unique episode of The Audio PANCE and PANRE Podcast. You can listen to the podcast below and read the summarized (and edited version) of the transcript or listen in your podcast player of choice. The Audio PANE/PANRE Podcast Episode 86: How to be a Better PA (Part 1 of 3) You can also click here to listen to or download this episode. Episode Transcript and Summary This episode was recorded by Joe Gilboy PA-C and edited for clarity and readability by Stephen Pasquini PA-C. I've been a PA in the emergency department for 35 years. And you can imagine, I've had a lot of interaction with nurses and ancillary staff. I want to pass on some wisdom and guidelines to help you deal with the nurses and ancillary staff. This will help you become the best PA you can become and help you immensely in your career and, most importantly, with your reputation. Become Best Friends with the Nurses The first group of people we're going to talk about is the nurses. And this is a big one, folks, my God, how big is this! So, to all my new graduates out there, I really need you to listen to me, stop what you're doing, and let this bounce around in your head for a second. As a new graduate, your nurses will know more than you. That's right, you heard me, they will know more than you. So, let's say you're working at an urgent care family practice clinic or working in a neurology clinic. There you are seeing your patients, and the nurse will know more than you on how this patient needs to be worked up, which labs or imaging tests to order, and what the doctor likes. So, what I always tell my new graduates to do, and what you need to do, is become best friends with the nurses because sometimes (a lot of times), they're going to know more than you! As time goes on and as you become more experienced and more seasoned, yes, you will know more than the nurses, which is just a byproduct of time and experience. I can't fast forward time, but I can tell you that the nurses will know more than you initially, so follow them. They're going to point you in the right direction. They will say, "Hey, you know Dr. Smith likes it this way, or Dr. Jones likes it that way or, whoever the person that you're working with, | — | ||||||
| 9/14/20 | ![]() Podcast Episode 85: Ten Mixed Multiple Choice PANCE and PANRE Board Review Questions | Welcome to episode 85 of the Audio PANCE and PANRE PA Board Review Podcast. Join me as I cover ten PANCE and PANRE Board review questions from the SMARTYPANCE course content following the NCCPA content blueprint (download the FREE cheat sheet). Special from today's episode: * Download your copy of the Free Trello Smarty PANCE NCCPA Blueprint Study Plan * Make the Audio PANCE and PANRE an Alexa Skill This week we will be covering ten general board review questions based on the NCCPA PANCE and PANRE Content Blueprints. Below you will find an interactive exam to complement the podcast. Below you will find an interactive exam to complement the podcast. The Audio PANCE/PANRE and EOR PA Board Review Podcast I hope you enjoy this free audio component to the examination portion of this site. The full board review course includes over 2,000 interactive board review questions and is available to all members of the PANCE and PANRE Academy and Smarty PANCE. * You can download and listen to past FREE episodes here, on iTunes, on Google Play Music or Stitcher Radio. * You can listen to the latest episode, take an interactive quiz, and download more resources below. Listen Carefully Then Take The Practice Exam If you can't see the audio player click here to listen to the full episode. Podcast Episode 85: Ten MIXED PANCE and PANRE Board Review Questions The following questions are linked to NCCPA Content Blueprint lessons from the Smarty PANCE and PANRE Board Review Website. If you are a member, you will be able to log in and view this interactive video lesson. 1. A 14-hour-old boy has failed to pass stool and is vomiting greenish fluid. He was born at 40 weeks gestation with no complications during delivery or pregnancy. His temperature is 97.6°F (36.4°C), blood pressure is 64/34 mmHg, pulse is 140/min, respirations are 33/min, and oxygen saturation is 98% on room air. The child is currently breastfeeding and appears irritable. | — | ||||||
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