Self Determination Theory: Motivation Explained for the MCAT
Understand the three basic needs of Self Determination Theory for the MCAT. King of the Curve’s visual explains competence, autonomy, and relatedness—high-yield psych/soc review.
Discrimination: Understanding a Key MCAT Sociology Concept
Learn what discrimination means for MCAT psych/soc. King of the Curve’s visual breaks down how unfair treatment based on group membership impacts health and society—critical for exam success.
Action Potentials on the MCAT: Phases, Ion Channels, and High-Yield Triggers
Master action potentials for the MCAT with King of the Curve. Understand depolarization, repolarization, ion movements, and how MCAT experiments test nerve signaling.
❤️ Aortic Dissection: Rapid Diagnosis and Management for the USMLE
Understand the signs, pathophysiology, and emergency management of aortic dissection for the USMLE. Master Stanford types, risk factors, and imaging pearls with a high-yield KOTC visual.
🧬 Amino Acids – Structure, Properties, and Zwitterions
Learn amino acid structures, side chain properties, and zwitterions for the DAT. This guide includes visuals, mnemonics, and high-yield examples.
🔥 Burn Classifications: NCLEX Guide to Depth, Symptoms, and Nursing Actions
Quickly master first, second, and third-degree burns for NCLEX. Learn symptoms, assessment, and nursing interventions using KOTC visuals and mnemonics.
🧬 Enzymes – Structure, Function, and Kinetics You Must Know
Learn everything about enzymes for the DAT—structure, function, enzyme kinetics, and types of inhibition—with visuals, charts, and quick tips.
🧠 Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Demyelinating Disease to Master for the USMLE
Understand the signs, pathophysiology, and treatment of multiple sclerosis for the USMLE. This blog covers optic neuritis, plaques, relapses, and key imaging findings.
Conformity: A High-Yield MCAT Sociology Concept
Understand conformity for the MCAT psych/soc section. King of the Curve’s visual simplifies how people adjust behavior to meet social expectations—critical for MCAT sociology questions.
🩺 DKA vs HHS: NCLEX Emergency Endocrine Breakdown
Quickly master the differences between DKA and HHS for the NCLEX. Symptoms, labs, and nursing actions made easy with King of the Curve visuals and mnemonics.
Osmosis and Tonicity on the MCAT: Key Concepts Made Simple
Master osmosis and tonicity for the MCAT with King of the Curve. Understand hypotonic, hypertonic, and isotonic environments plus high-yield examples and exam strategies.
⚡ Redox Reactions – Oxidation, Reduction, and Electrochemistry Essentials
Master redox reactions for the DAT. Understand oxidation numbers, electrochemical cells, and electron transfer concepts with visuals and quick examples.
🫀 Pericardial Tamponade: The Life-Threatening Cardiac Compression for the USMLE
Master the diagnosis and emergency management of pericardial tamponade for the USMLE. Learn the Beck’s Triad, clinical signs, and critical interventions with KOTC visual support.
DNA Replication vs. Transcription: MCAT Key Differences You Must Know
Confused between DNA replication and transcription? This MCAT guide breaks down the key differences, enzymes involved, and KOTC visuals to master exam questions.
🩸 Blood Transfusion Reactions: NCLEX Signs, Types & Emergency Actions
Master blood transfusion reactions for NCLEX! Learn types, symptoms, nursing interventions, and get a clear KOTC visual cheat sheet.
Social Constructs: MCAT Sociology Essentials
Master the concept of social constructs for the MCAT. King of the Curve’s visual explains high-yield examples like race, money, countries, and gender to boost your psych/soc prep.
🤰 Magnesium Sulfate in Labor: NCLEX Uses, Toxicity Signs & Nursing Interventions
Learn how magnesium sulfate is used in labor, its side effects, toxicity signs, and antidote. This NCLEX-focused guide from King of the Curve includes a visual and nursing responsibilities.
Cognitive Biases for the MCAT: Understanding Mental Shortcuts
Get familiar with common cognitive biases tested on the MCAT. This King of the Curve visual explains confirmation bias, framing, gambler’s fallacy, and more for high-yield psych/soc prep.
💪 Muscle Contraction – Actin, Myosin & the Sliding Filament Theory
Master muscle contraction for the DAT. Understand actin, myosin, ATP, calcium, and sarcomere structure with clear visuals and DAT-style logic.
DNA Transcription on the MCAT: Steps, Enzymes, and High-Yield Promoter Facts
Learn the DNA transcription process for the MCAT, including steps, enzymes like RNA polymerase, promoter regions, and key regulatory points—plus KOTC visuals and strategies.