FutureUofARN

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1. Dosage Calculation Policies

   FutureUofARN replied to nursingtodo11's topic in General Students

   At my school, you have 3 chances to pass the calculation test with a 100% every semester. If you do not pass you are not allowed to attend clinical and take a remediation course. There is no way that you can change that policy. You said that you ma...

2. Drug Test & IV Therapy

   FutureUofARN replied to FutureUofARN's topic in General Nursing

   @ Mike A. Fungin RN - Thanks for your input! As I understand, it is a 12 panel drug screen. Not sure if that makes any difference.

3. Drug Test & IV Therapy

   FutureUofARN replied to FutureUofARN's topic in General Nursing

   Good point. Thanks for the advice!

4. Drug Test & IV Therapy

   FutureUofARN posted a topic in General Nursing

   I will be submitting a drug test prior to the fall semester for school. I am wondering if Flexiril (I have severe tension headaches) & Celexa (helps control anxiety & mild depression) will be seen on the test. I am almost sure they will be....

5. ADN + Bachelor's in Relevant Field

   FutureUofARN replied to Turd Ferguson's topic in New Nurse

   Uuuhhh...no. They will recognize that you have an ADN in nursing and a BS in Biology. You actually have to go to school to obtain a BSN.

6. Health Insurance

   FutureUofARN posted a topic in General Students

   I start nursing school in fall 2011. Having health insurance is one of the requirements for entry into the program. I have insurance through my dads place of employment but it is not as it could be. I also understand I can get insurance through th...

7. Books to use

   FutureUofARN posted a topic in General Students

   Hi, What are some good books to have on hand throughout nursing school? I have the Saunders 5th edition NCLEX-RN, a few Made Incredibly Easy books, LaCharity, Taber's Medical Dictionary, and some pocket guides. Is there anything that helped you thr...

8. BSN to DNP

   FutureUofARN posted a topic in Post Graduate

   Hello, I am currently working on my BSN. I have a strong desire to become a DNP - in which specialty I am unsure. Does anyone know if there such a "bridge" program that allows one with a BSN obtain a DNP? Or is it better to go from BSN to MSN (may...

9. About waiting list...Help!

   FutureUofARN replied to LeahP's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Depends on the school I suppose. I attend a 4-year university and admissions goes strictly on GPA. We do not have a waiting list. If you don't get in, you have to reapply the following semester.

10. Which type of watch do you reccomend?

    FutureUofARN replied to perseveRaNce23's topic in Uniform/Gear

    I have a Victorinox watch that is stainless steel, water proof, and has military time. Its the best watch I have ever owned. They are a little pricey...go for around $400 retail but look on eBay and there are a few going for around $100-150.

11. Need to buy a new stethoscope! Any favorites?

    FutureUofARN replied to LoopsRN2's topic in Uniform/Gear

    My favorite is a Littmann Master Cardiology stethoscope. The are a bit pricey but well worth it. I've also heard that Littmann Classics & Lightweights are good as well.

12. I need some help,please!

    FutureUofARN replied to evabloomy's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Learn your grammar and spell correctly. Could not understand a word you said.

13. Are all nursing schools based on a point system?

    FutureUofARN replied to xInspiredx's topic in Pre-Nursing

    My school is strictly based on GPA.

14. What color is your stethoscope???

    FutureUofARN replied to sch1109's topic in Uniform/Gear

    I have a 27" burgundy Littmann Master Cardiology stethoscope

15. How far would you drive to go to school?

    FutureUofARN replied to jdelaney3's topic in Pre-Nursing

    My drive to school is about 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.