Med-Surg Study Guides
Comprehensive, exam-focused study guides for every major Med-Surg system. Pick a topic and start reviewing.
Choose a System
Each guide covers the most commonly tested topics at the LPN/LVN level with full explanations, comparison tables, key labs, medications, and a quick-reference cheatsheet.
Renal / Urinary System
AKI vs CKD, UTIs, kidney stones, dialysis, BPH, catheter care, fluid & electrolyte balance, and key renal labs.
Cardiac System
Heart failure, hypertension, CAD & MI, basic EKG rhythms, valvular disease, PVD, DVT, and cardiac medications.
Endocrine System
Diabetes (Type 1 vs 2, DKA vs HHS), thyroid disorders, Addison's vs Cushing's, SIADH vs DI, and insulin management.
Respiratory Disorders
COPD, asthma, pneumonia, TB, pneumothorax, chest tubes, oxygen therapy, tracheostomy care, and ABG basics.
Hematology Disorders
Anemias (iron deficiency, pernicious, aplastic, sickle cell), polycythemia vera, DIC, hemophilia, leukemia, and blood transfusions.
Gastrointestinal Disorders
GERD, peptic ulcers, Crohn's vs UC, bowel obstruction, appendicitis, cirrhosis, hepatitis, pancreatitis, and ostomies.
Neurological Disorders
Stroke (CVA), seizures, increased ICP, meningitis, Parkinson's, MS, Alzheimer's, spinal cord injuries, and autonomic dysreflexia.
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Fractures, compartment syndrome, fat embolism, cast & traction care, hip fractures, joint replacement, osteoporosis, arthritis, and amputation.
Burns & Shock
Burn depth and the rule of nines, burn phases and fluid resuscitation, inhalation injury, and the types, stages, and nursing care of shock.
Oncology & Cancer Care
Cancer basics, chemotherapy and radiation, bone marrow suppression and neutropenic precautions, oncologic emergencies, and nursing care.
Sensory Disorders
Cataracts, glaucoma, retinal detachment, macular degeneration, hearing loss, Ménière's disease, otitis, and care for sensory deficits.
Immune & Infectious Disease
HIV/AIDS, autoimmune disorders, anaphylaxis, the chain of infection, sepsis, and the isolation precautions you must know.
Test Yourself
Put it into practice with our free Med-Surg quiz — 139 NCLEX-PN style questions with detailed rationales. Pick how many you want and choose Tutor or Exam mode.
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