About us

Welcome to Nursing Algorithm

Hi, we’re Lindsey and Anthony.

We’re critical care nurses, and we started Nursing Algorithm with one simple idea: studying for nursing school shouldn’t require another monthly subscription.

We remember what nursing school felt like: long clinical days, exams every few weeks, and a mountain of content that all seemed equally important. Between tuition, textbooks, and fees, the last thing students need is to pay every month just to practice for their exams.

Why “Algorithm”?

In critical care, we rely on clear, step-by-step thinking to make good decisions under pressure. We built our study tools the same way, breaking complex topics into steps that make sense, so you understand why the answer is right instead of just memorizing it.

What you’ll find here

  • Free practice quizzes on topics from Fundamentals to critical care, written in the style of nursing exams and the NCLEX
  • Free study tools, like our weekly study planner
  • Study guides you buy once and keep forever. No subscriptions, no expiring access
To ease the burden

If theres one thing nursing school has a reputation for, its being difficult. We wont lie to you, it can be. Thats why we’ve created this site. Our goal is to provide succinct information, that hits the major talking points without the information overload that can come from lectures.

Turning Passion into Prosperity

Nursing is not a profession you choose without having a passion for it, whether that be for helping patients, comforting families, or a love for the subject matter and practice. One of the most important things you can do to succeed in nursing school, is using your passion to fuel your learning.

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Educational & Medical Disclaimer

The information and educational materials provided on NursingAlgorithm.com (“Nursing Algorithm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) are intended for general educational and informational purposes only. Nursing Algorithm is an independent educational resource created to support nursing students and other learners in reviewing and reinforcing concepts related to nursing education.

Not Medical Advice

The content provided on this website is not medical advice and is not intended to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Nothing on this website should be interpreted as a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, prescription, individualized clinical instruction, or substitute for professional medical judgment.

NursingAlgorithm.com does not provide individualized medical care or establish a healthcare provider-patient relationship with users through the use of this website.

If you have questions or concerns regarding your health, a medical condition, medications, treatment, or patient care, consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

Educational Resource Only

Nursing Algorithm is intended to serve as a supplemental educational resource. Our content is not intended to replace:

  • Nursing school or university coursework
  • Lectures, textbooks, assigned readings, or course materials
  • Instruction from nursing faculty or other qualified educators
  • Clinical education, clinical rotations, or supervised clinical experience
  • Institutional policies, procedures, protocols, or guidelines
  • Applicable laws, regulations, or professional standards
  • The clinical judgment of a qualified healthcare professional

Users should always follow the instructions and requirements of their nursing program, educational institution, clinical site, employer, and applicable professional or regulatory authorities.

Accuracy and Currency of Information

We make reasonable efforts to provide educational content that is accurate, understandable, and useful. However, healthcare knowledge, clinical recommendations, medications, guidelines, standards of practice, and institutional policies can change over time.

Accordingly, Nursing Algorithm does not warrant or guarantee that all information on the website is complete, current, or error-free. Educational content should be independently verified against current textbooks, primary sources, evidence-based guidelines, institutional policies, and instructions provided by qualified instructors or healthcare professionals.

Differences may exist between the information presented on NursingAlgorithm.com and the practices, policies, terminology, or expectations of a particular nursing program, healthcare institution, or licensing examination.

No Substitute for Clinical Judgment

Nothing on this website should be used as the sole basis for making decisions regarding the care, diagnosis, treatment, or management of an individual patient.

Clinical decisions should be based on the patient’s specific circumstances, current clinical information, applicable policies and protocols, professional standards, and the judgment of appropriately qualified healthcare professionals.

Educational examples, practice questions, care plans, algorithms, explanations, and other materials presented on Nursing Algorithm are intended to facilitate learning and should not be interpreted as instructions for managing a specific patient.

Third-Party Sources and Links

Nursing Algorithm may reference or link to third-party websites, publications, organizations, guidelines, or other resources. Such references are provided for educational convenience and do not necessarily constitute an endorsement of the third-party source or its content.

Users are responsible for reviewing the terms, policies, and information provided by third-party websites independently.

Limitation of Responsibility

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Nursing Algorithm and its owners, authors, contributors, and affiliates are not responsible for any loss, injury, damage, or adverse outcome arising from reliance upon information contained on or accessed through this website.

Use of the website and its educational materials is voluntary and at the user’s own discretion.

Educational Purpose

Our goal is to provide accessible, supplemental educational resources that help nursing students learn, review, and reinforce nursing concepts. Nursing Algorithm should be used alongside, rather than in place of, formal nursing education and appropriate professional guidance.

By using NursingAlgorithm.com, you acknowledge that the website is an educational resource and that its content is not a substitute for formal nursing education, professional medical advice, clinical supervision, or independent clinical judgment.

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