[trepinCT]

Originally Posted by nrswnabee

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hi! congratulations! i'll be second year at ncc this fall. for the first semester-first year, the math tests are given as much as 3x. some of the main quizzes also include computation problems but only about 2 questions (out of 50). math tests consist of 10 questions, usually involving ratio and proportion and conversion. don't worry, before every math exam, there's usually a set of practice questions and the real exams aren't too different from them. the key is mastering the formula/relationship between the given values. you're good to go once you understand this plus conversion. math tests also do not affect your grade for the term although you'd need to get 100% to PASS and be eligible to go through to the next course.

if there's anything that really i find worrisome... the assigned readings! you'd really need to have the discipline (unless you already have it) to keep abreast with the subject matter. it's so easy to fall behind....more power to you!

another quick question..use of calculators? for general use? for tests? any other pointers for Norwalk would be appreciated, my excitement has turned to nervousness!! Thanks again...

[nrswnabee]

Originally Posted by trepinCT

another quick question..use of calculators? for general use? for tests? any other pointers for Norwalk would be appreciated, my excitement has turned to nervousness!! Thanks again...

hey, that's normal....being nervous, that is. use that energy to propel you to higher heights....i never knew of anyone in my class who's completely relaxed whether during clinicals or exams...

as to your q, BASIC calculators are provided whenever there's a math exam. you need not bring any. most use calculators to double check their computations (i know, you're calculations can easily be messed up with your nerves!) before turning in their exam papers. the math questions reflect "real-life" dosages and you won't be presented with numbers in scientific notations, worry not!!!

relax while you can. two weeks before classes, you might want to get a list of the readings so you're off to a good start. happy summer!!!!

[trepinCT]

Originally Posted by nrswnabee

hey, that's normal....being nervous, that is. use that energy to propel you to higher heights....i never knew of anyone in my class who's completely relaxed whether during clinicals or exams...

as to your q, BASIC calculators are provided whenever there's a math exam. you need not bring any. most use calculators to double check their computations (i know, you're calculations can easily be messed up with your nerves!) before turning in their exam papers. the math questions reflect "real-life" dosages and you won't be presented with numbers in scientific notations, worry not!!!

relax while you can. two weeks before classes, you might want to get a list of the readings so you're off to a good start. happy summer!!!!

Thanks again! I am 39 years old and have 4 children and I feel like an 18 year old about to go out in the world for the first time!!! I appreciate your feedback..

[nrswnabee]

Originally Posted by trepinCT

Thanks again! I am 39 years old and have 4 children and I feel like an 18 year old about to go out in the world for the first time!!! I appreciate your feedback..

39 is HOT!!! in my last clinical group, there were 5 of us over 30 and two "kids" (below 25)....YOU CAN DO IT!

[3rdgenRN2B]

OK I'm not technically a nursing student as of yet but I'm working on it. I'm chipping away at my pre reqs and hope to be applying i the fall of 2008 for a fall 2009 start.

[RN28MD]

welcome 3rdgen.... You will get there. good luck

[trepinCT]

welcome..good luck with your pre reqs..study study study!!

[nimopiba]

I'm HERE! Just found this site today. How exciting! I used to work in a very reputable Rehab Hospital in CT. I liked the job although it was exhausting but I hated the You're an LPN with yrs of experience and I'm an RN fresh out of school but I know more than you attitude. It drove me nuts. Granted not all nurses act so immature but the ones that do deserve a good smack. I now work in an outpatient drug treatment facility and there is none of that. There are mostly LPNs. Our supervisor is an RN but I LOVE HER TO DEATH. Its a great place to work and I'm glad I made the change.

[Chaoticdreams33]

[RN28MD]

welome, you guys have to go to the chat room. I never see new folks. I right next to (new post). Hope to see you on some time.
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