Learn Nursing 101

In this episode, we explore key medical conditions that can develop during pregnancy, as outlined in ATI Chapter 9. You’ll learn how to recognize and manage cervical insufficiency, including risk factors, ultrasound diagnosis, and cerclage procedures. We’ll also cover hyperemesis gravidarum—its impact on fetal well-being, lab findings, and nursing interventions. The review continues with iron-defi...

This episode breaks down the essentials of early onset labor, including preterm labor and prelabor rupture of membranes (PROM), with a close look at preterm PROM. You’ll learn how to identify risk factors, assess symptoms, and interpret key diagnostics like fetal fibronectin and cervical length. We also review core nursing interventions—such as activity restriction, hydration, and infection contro...

This episode focuses on pain management strategies during labor, based on ATI Chapter 12. We break down the different types of pain experienced in each stage of labor—from visceral and somatic pain to tissue trauma—and how anxiety and fear can affect labor progression. You’ll learn how to assess pain effectively using both verbal reports and nonverbal cues, and how to support patients with non-pha...

In this episode, we review how to assess fetal well-being during labor using both noninvasive and invasive methods. Starting with Leopold maneuvers to determine fetal position, we then break down intermittent auscultation and continuous electronic fetal monitoring—including when to use each and how to interpret what you see and hear. You’ll learn how to classify fetal heart rate patterns, evaluate...

This Week 4 review dives into the fundamentals of neonatal care and nutrition. We cover the newborn’s transition from intrauterine to extrauterine life, reviewing the physiological changes in systems like respiratory, circulatory, metabolic, and immune. You’ll learn how to recognize and respond to issues like respiratory distress, cold stress, and jaundice, and reinforce your understanding of newb...

In this episode, we break down the physical and emotional adaptations that occur during the postpartum period and explore the nursing care required to support this transition. You’ll learn about key assessments like uterus involution, lochia characteristics, perineal healing, and breast changes. We also cover important nursing interventions related to pain, bonding, and psychological shifts such a...

In this episode, we review the key components of newborn assessment outlined in ATI Chapter 23. You’ll learn how to evaluate a newborn’s transition to life outside the womb by understanding the respiratory and circulatory adaptations that take place at birth. We’ll break down how to use the Apgar score, perform a full physical exam, and interpret findings from the New Ballard Score to assess gesta...

In this episode, we cover the essentials of newborn nursing care as outlined in ATI Chapter 24. From initial stabilization—ensuring airway, temperature, and oxygenation—to detailed newborn assessments, this chapter gives you a complete overview of what to do during those first critical hours and days of life. We’ll review standard screenings, feeding support, elimination expectations, and therapeu...

In this episode, we focus on everything you need to know about newborn nutrition and feeding practices. Based on ATI Chapter 25, this review covers the nutritional needs of infants—from fluid and calorie requirements to key macronutrients and vitamins. We’ll talk about breastfeeding benefits and techniques, common challenges, and how to support parents with both breastfeeding and formula feeding....

In this final episode of the series, we review essential discharge teaching for new parents, based on ATI Chapter 26. You’ll learn how to assess parental readiness and deliver clear, supportive education on newborn care at home. Topics include safe feeding practices, sleep positioning, bathing, umbilical cord care, and car seat safety. We’ll also talk about normal newborn behaviors like crying and...

In this Week 3 review episode, we walk through the essentials of postpartum recovery and newborn nutrition. You’ll get a clear look at maternal physiological changes like uterine involution, lochia, and episiotomy or laceration healing—plus key nursing interventions to monitor recovery. We also discuss the emotional journey of new parenthood, including role transitions for moms, dads, and support...

In this episode, we dive into the critical components of postpartum care covered in Chapter 12. You’ll get a clear breakdown of how to assess and support a client during the first six weeks after delivery, from monitoring uterine involution and lochia flow to preventing hemorrhage and infection. We’ll also talk about perineal care, breast changes, pain management, and the importance of discharge e...

In this episode, we break down Chapter 13 from the Maternal-Newborn nursing content, focusing on the essential assessments and care required for a healthy newborn in the immediate postpartum period. We’ll walk through APGAR scoring, vital signs, physical examination components, reflexes, expected findings, and priority nursing interventions right after birth. This episode also touches on thermoreg...

In this episode, we dive into Chapter 16 of the Maternal-Newborn textbook, covering one of the most important transitions for new families—discharge planning and parent education. From the fundamentals of breastfeeding and formula feeding to newborn hygiene, safety, and signs of illness, we break down the core skills and knowledge parents need to confidently care for their newborn at home. You’ll...

In this episode, we break down Chapter 1 of the ATI RN Maternal-Newborn Nursing textbook (Edition 12.0), focusing on the wide range of contraception options available to patients. We’ll cover natural methods like the calendar rhythm, cervical mucus, and basal body temperature; barrier methods like condoms and spermicides; and important counseling tips for nurses. You’ll also hear about nursing con...

In this episode of the Maternal-Newborn series, we focus on Chapter 17 from ATI Edition 12.0, diving into the postpartum period—also called the puerperium. We’ll cover the physical changes that occur after delivery, including uterine involution, lochia stages, hormonal shifts, breast changes, and perineal healing. You’ll also learn how to perform focused postpartum assessments, interpret bleeding,...

This episode focuses on Chapter 18 from ATI Maternal-Newborn Nursing, diving into baby-friendly care and the emotional transition of new families. We cover maternal role development, bonding behaviors, co-parent involvement, and sibling adaptation. You’ll hear about the phases of postpartum adjustment, signs of healthy parent-newborn attachment, and nursing strategies to support families during th...

In this episode of the Maternal-Newborn series, we review Chapter 19 of ATI’s Edition 12.0, which focuses on discharge education and client self-care after birth. From perineal hygiene and breast care to nutrition, contraception, activity, and recognizing warning signs, we cover the essentials every nurse should teach postpartum patients. This episode also walks through discharge instructions for...

This episode dives into the core content from Chapters 6, 8, and 9 of your Maternal-Newborn course. We’ll walk through antenatal testing, the five P’s of labor, all four stages of childbirth, and key nursing responsibilities before, during, and after delivery. We’ll also decode fetal monitoring—including how to recognize accelerations, early and late decelerations, and when to act. If you’re revie...

In this episode of the Maternal-Newborn series, we dive into Chapter 6, which focuses on antepartal testing and how nurses evaluate fetal health during pregnancy. You’ll learn about screening and diagnostic tools like ultrasounds, biophysical profiles, nonstress tests, contraction stress tests, and amniocentesis. We’ll also cover indications for high-risk monitoring and how to interpret and explai...

In this Maternal-Newborn episode, we break down Chapter 8, which focuses on evaluating fetal well-being during labor and birth. You’ll learn how to assess fetal heart rate patterns, identify reassuring vs. nonreassuring signs, and interpret the implications of decelerations, accelerations, and variability. We’ll also review intrauterine resuscitation techniques and nursing interventions to promote...

In this episode of the Maternal-Newborn series, we break down Chapter 9, which focuses on nursing care throughout the stages of labor and birth. You’ll review the onset of labor, the four stages, pain management options, and how nurses assess maternal and fetal well-being during each phase. We’ll also go over admission procedures, Leopold maneuvers, sterile vaginal exams, and what to expect during...

This special Week 1 review episode wraps up the most important content from Chapters 3, 4, and 5 in the Purple Maternal-Newborn Nursing series. We go over the menstrual cycle, conception, embryonic and fetal development, the role of genetics in childbearing, pregnancy diagnosis, and the early stages of prenatal care. You’ll also hear key terms, physiological changes, danger signs, and nursing prio...

In this Maternal-Newborn episode, we walk through Chapter 5, which focuses on how pregnancy is diagnosed and how to determine the estimated date of delivery (EDD). We’ll review presumptive, probable, and positive signs of pregnancy, along with clinical methods like ultrasound, hCG testing, and Naegele’s rule. You’ll also hear about initial prenatal visit assessments and how nurses help establish a...

In this episode of our Maternal-Newborn series, we break down Chapter 4, which focuses on the role of genetics in reproductive health. We’ll cover inheritance patterns, genetic counseling, screening, and how nurses can support childbearing families through complex, sensitive conversations. From chromosomal abnormalities to the ethical concerns surrounding testing, this episode helps nursing studen...