nicerubio

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1. Should I switch Nursing Schools after finishing my 1st semester?

   nicerubio replied to JCast87's topic in General Students

   You will learn your meds during your program as all your instructors will include meds for each topic... so don't worry about that.... What I would have a problem with is the administration saying that you should feel lucky to be there... Although so...

2. The "one thing"

   nicerubio replied to DisneyNurseGal's topic in General Students

   My "thing" is poop- and at my very first day of clinicals I emptied 2 ileostomy bags! I would turn away like I was looking at something behind me and take a deep breath then hold my breath while I was facing the patient so that I wouldn't make a face...

3. Clinical Instructors; Drill Sergeants

   nicerubio replied to hope1959's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   I am interested in reading advice on this question. I will start my 3rd semester in August. I have heard the 3rd semester is the most difficult semester and I have also heard rumors that the most intense instructor will be assigned to my clinical sit...

4. Studying for HESI

   nicerubio replied to mlenker27's topic in HESI

   As far as math, reading comprehension, & grammar- the HESI review book was helpful. BUT.... Do not let the HESI review book fool you. It is very basic is terms of A&P and not sufficient for the test. Go to the library and pick up A&P for ...

5. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

   nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

   You are right, the evolve study guide is not sufficient. Its hard to remeber exactly what was on that portion. I took the test a couple of times and each time, I had different questions. It would be a good idea to just review the entire book. There a...

6. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

   nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

   Borrow A&P For Dummies from the Harris County Public Library. It is extremely helpful.

7. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

   nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

   Oh, ok. I just wrote in the dates matching my shot records in the mm/dd/yyyy format.

8. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

   nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

   What format do the dates need to be in, I am filling out my immunization form right now and don't want to fill in the dates incorrectly.

9. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

   nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

   Congratulations. Look for Lonestar ADN 2013 on facebook, there are lots of NH students in that group. :) do you know what alternate spot you were before you got your acceptance call?

10. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

    nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

    Congratulations! Its very exciting finally getting that call!

11. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

    nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

    What activites are going to be offered at Camp Wanna Win?

12. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

    nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

    Yes, we started to get calls this past Monday! :)

13. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

    nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

    Those are awesome tips! Thanks! I checked out the junior league of houston but the classes are full.

14. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

    nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

    Karron, Is she helpful with the material? I read online that she isn't. I wanted to take pharmacology during the summer mini course and she is one of the instructors.

15. Lonestar 2011 ADN Hopefuls

    nicerubio replied to songbird1's topic in Texas

    Me too! I am so excited!!!