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  1. Precedex for sedation

    We have started using quite frequently. If fentanyl and versed are not doing the trick we usually add precedex. We have kiddos that are on precedex for a while. We are able to stop other sedation meds and keep precedex running for extubations. It tak...
  2. PICU fear

    I graduated last May and started in the PICU in June. I was scared to death!!! I finished orientation in September and I have survived and actually enjoyed it! I will say everyday I probably have a little scare where my heart will jump but I just hav...
  3. Using Kaplan question trainer

    I passed the NCLEX with 76 questions!!!! I am so exicted and relieved. I was testing in the 60s on Kaplan questions trainer. I am finally a RN!!!!!!!!!:balloons:
  4. Didn't think I'd feel this horrible

    I took my exam today also and had 76 questions! I am feeling very nervous!!!!!!!
  5. Using Kaplan question trainer

    I just have a question to those of you who have been using the kaplan question trainer. I was wodnering what you have been scoring on the test??? I am taking the test Wednesday and have been scoring in the 60s. Should I be worried??? I am feeling lik...
  6. What to look for in a PICU

    I did accept a job in one of the PICU. I began orientation in June. Currently I am attending classes and have days on the floor but will not be on my own till June. At times I love being there and at other time I worry I made a horrible decision! I h...
  7. What to look for in a PICU

    Thank You! I have interviews coming up and the information you provided will be a huge benefit!!! One of the PICU has a large turnover and that makes me really nervous. I also hear other nurses from other floors complain about PICU nurses. This hos...
  8. Some advice please

    Thanks so much for the advice. I guess I'm feeling nervous because I'm back from break for my last semester. The instructors keep drilling in our heads to be studying now!!! I was feeling overwhelmed. Thanks for the advice on Sanders. That is the boo...
  9. Some advice please

    Sorry for the confusion....I am in my last semster of school. I will be taking the NCLEX in May. I was hoping to try to devlop a plan of studying now so I do not feel overwhelmed right at the end.
  10. Some advice please

    I graduate in May and want a head start on the NCLEX. Any advice on where to begin? how to decide what to study? organize? I feel very overwhelmed and do not even know where to begin. I feel like there is so much info i do not know still. Any advice ...
  11. What to look for in a PICU

    i am graduating in may and really am interested in the picu. i am trying to decide between to different hospitals. i was wanting some advice on what to look for in a good picu. is there anything that should steer me ony way vs. another. i have never ...