As nurse practitioners, we often see a condition that flies under the radar but has important implications for diagnosis and treatment: secondary hypertension. While high blood pressure is common, readings that don’t fit the typical profile should make us pause.

In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through the red flags that signal secondary hypertension and use real clinical scenarios to address practical workup strategies. Tune in to discover when to suspect secondary hypertension, and learn how early recognition and timely diagnosis of underlying causes can lead to better patient outcomes and more effective hypertension management.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/secondary-hypertension-demystified-nurse-practitioners/

With polypharmacy on the rise, prescribing for older adults can be tricky, leading to increased risks of side effects and drug interactions. In today's episode, we'll explore how you can reduce medication risks in older adults with the Beers Criteria, a tool that helps you safely navigate these challenges and enhance your clinical practice for patients over 65.

In this episode, you’ll learn which medications, from antidepressants to NSAIDs, should raise red flags and how the Beers Criteria can guide your decisions. We’ll also talk about practical steps for de-prescribing and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure your patients get the safest, most effective treatments.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/reduce-medication-risks-older-adults-beers-criteria

In today's episode, I dive into a critical topic that NP school doesn't fully prepare you for - diagnostic errors in clinical practice. Unlike exams where wrong answers only affect your grade, real-world diagnostic mistakes can impact patient outcomes.

Together with my returning guest Courtney, we explore the different types of diagnostic errors and practical strategies to prevent them. Whether it's maintaining an open mind or advocating for your patient, we provide actionable steps for both new and experienced NPs.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://blog.npreviews.com/prevent-diagnostic-errors-np-practice-essential-strategies/