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1. So what is it like being an oncology nurse?

   Purple Hugs replied to Chibi Baka's topic in Oncology

   Thanks, thats pretty much how I've seen the care, and diagnosis with my mum. The truth hurt but it was appreciated. I just wasn't sure if this was the norm or not. I think people have the right to make that choice, all be it a tough one.

2. So what is it like being an oncology nurse?

   Purple Hugs replied to Chibi Baka's topic in Oncology

   Generally extending life. My sister feels my uncles life was extended, when it in the families eyes it shouldn't have been. I guess she must feel this often happens. Me, I think that it depends on the person, and the 'fight' they have in them. Not ...

3. So what is it like being an oncology nurse?

   Purple Hugs replied to Chibi Baka's topic in Oncology

   I just wanted to say thanks again everyone for replying, It's great to get a bit of insider knowledge (from a nursing aspect). I should think the hardest part of chldren and young adults is that you can't say they've had their lives. Without soundi...

4. Just wanted to say Hi new to the board

   Purple Hugs replied to RNBOUND's topic in General Students

   Hi and Welcome! I'm in the UK so things are a tad different study wise. I am looking at starting my first year in Sept then move onto a 3 year nursing course after that (fingers crossed). I also had a parent (lone) that compared me against others, ...

5. So what is it like being an oncology nurse?

   Purple Hugs replied to Chibi Baka's topic in Oncology

   Chibi, I too want to head for oncology. took my hubby a while to understand my choice / decision, but he supports me now. I have lost family to cancer so fully understand the 'family / friend' side of things. Good luck with your studies and career c...

6. In preperation for college

   Purple Hugs replied to Purple Hugs's topic in General Students

   Thanks Blue eyes,:) I'll have a look at the chemistry of the body for sure, as I did biology and physics at school but that was a LONG time ago . Also maybe touch up on my fractions ... as u hardly use them out of school hehe. Not sure where I st...

7. In preperation for college

   Purple Hugs replied to Purple Hugs's topic in General Students

   Sadly my grades didn't reach A level as I wasn't in a posiition to stay on at school. I'm now 32, so a mature student to say the least . The way we go into further education here is to complete an initial course called an 'access' course, which sh...

8. I passed I passed I passed!!!!!

   Purple Hugs replied to leslieRN2B's topic in General Students

   Congratulations! :balloons:

9. Final Tomorrow Morning and Cannot Study

   Purple Hugs replied to Jen2's topic in General Students

   Good Luck Everyone Sitting Exams! I've often heard people say, 'if you don't know it now, you never will' whilst it doesn't apply to everything, I guess if your brain is 'fried' then maybe it's time to have a break and let it RELAX in prep for you...

10. In preperation for college

    Purple Hugs posted a topic in General Students

    hi everyone, currently, i sit waiting for my application to progress through the college system for an initial 1 year 'access to nursing' to allow me entrance into a degree course at uni for nursing. so, i figured, i could start learning some true '...

11. Tell me about your journey...

    Purple Hugs replied to Hopegirl's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto, and your experiences will no doubt make you aware of what is being experienced by the patients. Good luck! And well done being so strong.

12. Tell me about your journey...

    Purple Hugs replied to Hopegirl's topic in General Nursing

    you guys are such an inspiration! Ok.. my limited story... Worked in offices from leaving school and joined the TA / Voluntary Army as a medic (nearest unit to my home-didn't have a car). Loved my medic training, and got 98% in the exam so must've...

13. How to become an oncology nurse?

    Purple Hugs replied to Purple Hugs's topic in Oncology

    Thanks for confirming what I was hoping! :) I guess I have 4 years hard work ahead of me, but I thought it important to figure out where I wanted to be initially. I know that might change as I get experience during my training but I didnt' want to b...

14. Introductions:"New" and "Old" Students.

    Purple Hugs replied to Love-A-Nurse's topic in General Students

    Hi Everyone, I'm Jane, 32 and from Hertfordshire, UK. I am just applying to start an access to nursing course (in sept) and will then continue to uni for 3 years for a nursing course. I am looking to go into oncology and was looking for a friendly...

15. How to become an oncology nurse?

    Purple Hugs posted a topic in Oncology

    I am finally in a position to apply and begin training to be a nurse and really want to go into oncology. I am starting with an access to nursing course, but am trying to work out my best 'route' for further training. I am not entirely sure on the ...