Tropical_sunshine

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1. I cannot Find a Job

   Tropical_sunshine posted a topic in New Nurse

   Hey guys i'm loosing faith I got my LPN license in NY since June 09 and still can't find myself a job part-time or full time, on-call per diem nothing has striked my way. Everyone is asking for at least 1 yr experience. I am currently at Medgar Evers...

2. I took the NCLEX-PN today!!!

   Tropical_sunshine replied to whippoorwill's topic in NCLEX

   Took the Nclex PN today computer shut off at 113 question I am scared cause I don't think I was well prepared :-(

3. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

   Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

   When it comes to IV lines what are some of the things an LPN can and cannot do.............. I remember we cannot touch central lines??? Correct me if i'm wrong

4. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

   Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

   Maybe someone else can benefit from these sites as I am. I found these from old posts mabye it will help others.:typing http://www.studystack.com/category-22 http://www.flashcardexchange.com/tag/nclex (uses flashcards for differenent things like lab...

5. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

   Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

   Hey Guys Question or should I say some advice please............ :redbeathe I am taking the NCLEX LPN in Nov and I was wonder how many hours a day is good for studying. By the way this sticky is the best I learned so much in no time at all just from ...

6. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

   Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

   Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune disorder in which immune cells attack and destroy the exocrine glands that produce tears and saliva. I The hallmark symptoms of the disorder are dry mouth and dry eyes (part of what are known as sicca symptoms). ...

7. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

   Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

   Medical Mnemonics for HYPERKALEMIA is "Machine" - Causes of Increased Serum K+ M - Medications - ACE inhibitors, NSAIDSA - Acidosis - Metabolic and respiratoryC - Cellular destruction - Burns, traumatic injuryH - Hypoaldosteronism, hemolysisI - Inta...

8. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

   Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

   Silverdragon102 or Suzanne4 Thank You very much for making this thread a sticky. And SPECIAL THANKS to Melinurse for keeping this thread going, its helping me and many others in more ways than one. Thank You!!! Thank You a whole bunch:yeah:

9. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

   Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

   Intrapleural Space aka Pleural cavity ALWAYS has to have NEGATIVE PRESSURE if not lungs will collaspe :typing

10. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

    Albuterol- Bronchodilator Beta- adrenergic agonist short acting MDI Proventil- beta adrenergic agonist short acting MDI for acute attacks of bronchospasms given q4hr NO MORE than 12puffs in 24hr:typing

11. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

    Pleurisy aka Pleuritis inflamation of the pleural membranes which when inflamed membranes becomes thicker and rub together(friction rub) Causes -complication of pneumonia -Spontaneous -trauma, tumors,TB, Cancer S&S ****PAIN ON INSPIRATION**** wh...

12. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

    Hey Guys!!! I'm preparing for the NCLEX LPN and i'm having a huge problem understanding Fluids & Electrolytes. Any pointers i would really appreciate it Thank you in advance

13. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

    :typing Theories of Growth and development -Erik Erikson focuses on the Human Psychosocial development in 8 ego stages from birth to death -Jean Piaget focuses on cognitive development the way in which a person's mind organises and adapts to its sur...

14. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    Tropical_sunshine replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX

    This is a great idea to help prepare for the NCLEX. I'll send some tomorrow:up:

15. Lpn Nclex

    Tropical_sunshine replied to Tropical_sunshine's topic in NCLEX

    Thank you I bought the Saunders LPN 3rd edition. Now do I have to finish all the questions in each chapter of this book in order to use Suzanne4 plan????