smileyperson replied to RestlessMom's topic in Arizona
I just had the final for this course last Friday. It was pretty much a snooze - in and out of the Rio testing center in 45 minutes. I correctly answered 78 out of 80 multiple choice questions, but I left all the essay questions blank. It knocked my...
smileyperson replied to RestlessMom's topic in Arizona
I'm almost finished with the 8 week version at Rio - had CHM130 there too. This class has been difficult, but I have a 95% with nothing left to do but go over and take the final exam sometime this week. I only need a 75% on the final to keep my A, ...
smileyperson replied to journeyhope's topic in Career Support
You have to do what will make you happy in life. I made $230K last year but I left that career that was making me miserable, to go to nursing school. I wake up every day excited that I can go to school! It was always a dream of mine to work in hea...
smileyperson replied to HopefulNurse90's topic in General Nursing
If all you have is a high school education, count on at least 3 years to get your RN. The reason is all the prerequisites that are required (english 101 & 102, psychology, A&P, chemistry, microbiology). It depends on the requirements of your...
smileyperson replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in General Nursing
If you are taking meds for a psychological/emotional problem, notify your superiors in writing. The ADA will protect you from being fired. Secondly, take a long hard look at your situation. Are your problems are putting pt's at risk? That is your #1 ...
The dollar isn't what it once was, but you can live pretty well on $35K USD in Thailand. I got a couple of teeth fixed and a cleaning at a very modern dental facility in Bangkok and it only cost USD100!
smileyperson replied to nursebrandie28's topic in General Nursing
My 18 year work history: Burger King, janitor, delivery man, landscaper, webmaster, programmer analyst, software engineer, systems engineer, military field support engineer. I'm hoping to add LPN and physician assistant to that list!
smileyperson replied to BeOne77's topic in Uniform/Gear
When I started school, they issued us a double-tube stethoscope which I later found was sold for $11 on the internet. When we started using the thing and I realized it was garbage, I picked up a Littmann Cardiology III from allheart.com for $140. T...
smileyperson replied to PedsDrNurseTheo's topic in General Nursing
What an inspiring story, thank you. As someone who actually does have a degree in computer science, I can say you definitely made the right decision about what to study
smileyperson replied to CrystalClear75's topic in Geriatric
"None of us check the book" This is an excuse, don't use it. If nobody checks the books, then everyone will know nobody checks the books. If checking the book could have prevented the problem, take responsibility. "For all I know she could be a dru...
smileyperson replied to CrystalClear75's topic in Geriatric
The best thing to do is take responsibility. Find out what you did wrong (didn't lock the cart, didn't check the book) and admit to it - preferably BEFORE anyone calls you into their office. Don't try to make excuses or accusations against coworkers,...
smileyperson replied to blondielocks's topic in Arizona
Cid, How would you say the online Bio 2xx compares to a traditional classroom? What are the labs like? How many hours do you spend per week on each class?
smileyperson replied to blondielocks's topic in Arizona
I did CHM130 online at Rio Salado. The labs, quizzes, and essays are easier than the midterm and final. Don't get caught with your pants down on the exams... Review your quizzes to make sure you can do them without your book or notes, and make sur...
smileyperson replied to Hausfrau's topic in Arizona
I'm in BIO156 at Rio right now. I am not having much trouble with the essays. You just write an introductory paragraph, a paragraph answering each question, and then write an "application" paragraph where you write how the lesson applies to some he...