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  1. TCU Roll Call

    Congratulations to all of you! I am in the Charter Class at TCU and nearing the final practicum for clinicals! I'm sure you are all excited. My advice to all of you...get some rest! You'll need it when class begins, and even more so when clinical...
  2. TCU Interview last monday

    Good luck with the results of your interview. I am RRNA in TCU's Charter Class. I have about 1 year left...this is the best professional decision I've ever made. If you feel you are "rusty" in general Chemistry, it won't hurt to take a refresher. ...
  3. Question about Hypothermia

    With manipulation of the heart, v-fib/asystole occurs @ ~32 degrees. Without manipulation of the heart, v-fib/asystole occurs @ ~28-30 degrees.
  4. Texas Christian University

    I am a SRNA @ TCU. I am currently in my 2nd month of the residency portion. I am also from Tulsa, and am at St. Francis right now. I agree with Hulk, and highly recommend TCU. If you'd like specifics on the program and/or the clinical site at St....
  5. Celiac Plexus Nerve Block

    I will look at these...thanks to all.
  6. Celiac Plexus Nerve Block

    Does anyone have any good references for Celiac Plexus/Splanchnic Nerve Blocks? I am going to do a Case Review over this procedure and need some references. Any help is appreciated.
  7. CRNA working as PACU RN

    You are exactly correct about this jvrb! It is currently a standard of care in the PACU. The standard actually reads that there should be 2 nurses (not necessarily RNs) who are competent in STAGE 1 peri-anesthesia care at the bedside, until the pat...
  8. TCU Anyone?

    I am currently a SRNA @ TCU, and will be starting the Summer Semester next week! Congratulations on your acceptance. I am also from Oklahoma (Tulsa)! I too lived in Graduate housing, and found it to be a great arrangement. Looks like you've got t...
  9. I Just Graduated--I won't be going back!

    The day you stop "being a student" is the day you have failed yourself and your patients. :uhoh21: I applaud your conviction and dedication to bedside nursing...however it is in a nurse's true nature to wear many hats. Just as we need nurses with y...
  10. Early start

    I agree with all of those previous...enjoy life while you still have one!!! I am currently a RRNA in my second semester at TCU. You will love the program, however, will have minimal time to enjoy family, friends, etc. once you get started! :rotfl...
  11. HELP--UTvs.TCUvs.TWU

    Well alansmith52...I find it interesting that you voice such a strong opinion about things you only know "rumors" about! :angryfire
  12. On Interviewing

    I am in the Charter class at TCU! Congratulations on your acceptance! You will not be disappointed! Good luck with future studies! ~Aimy :rotfl:
  13. Has anyone applied to TCU? or is already there?

    I am in the Charter class at TCU. From what I understand, they are planning to accept 60 students to start in the Fall. Good luck to all of you with an interview! Keep me posted on your progress!
  14. Am I Lucky?

    I am currently in my second semester @ TCU, and must admit their program is a rigorous one...very doable though! The advice posted from TruamaNurse on reviewing for the interview with the CCRN review guide was a great suggestion. I haven't looked a...
  15. Tcu

    Fence, Were you accepted into TCU for the fall?