In this episode, Dr. Brian Smith discusses the recent exclusion of nursing from the U.S. Department of Education's definition of professional degree programs due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This change significantly impacts nursing students' access to federal loans and financial assistance, potentially worsening the nursing shortage and affecting patient care. Dr. Smith emphasizes the importance of advocacy, education, and exploring alternative funding options to support nursing education and retain nurses in the profession.

In this episode of Smart Lawyers Love Dumb Nurses, Dr. Brian Smith delves into the intricacies of priority questions in nursing exams, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and the application of Bloom's taxonomy. Dr. Smith introduces the nursing ABCs as a vital framework for prioritizing patient care, illustrating how these concepts translate into real-world nursing practice. The discussion highlights the significance of recognizing keywords, understanding the hierarchy of needs, and making decisive actions in high-pressure situations.

In this episode, Dr. Brian Smith discusses the common fears nurses face when it comes to public speaking. He highlights the irony that while nurses are skilled storytellers in their daily work, they often freeze when asked to speak publicly. The conversation delves into the roots of this fear, including fear of judgment, mistakes, and vulnerability. Dr. Smith encourages nurses to reframe public speaking as a form of patient advocacy, emphasizing that speaking is a skill that can be developed and that the audience is supportive rather than critical.