kelso1001

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1. I got a 71% on QT 7???

   kelso1001 replied to kelso1001's topic in NCLEX

   I used all my Qbank already!!

2. I got a 71% on QT 7???

   kelso1001 posted a topic in NCLEX

   I know everyone is posting things like "Kaplan says you're supposed to get __%" but all I heard from Kaplan was that above 60-65% you're good. Does anyone know how a 71% on the last question trainer is? I'm taking my exam in less than two weeks an...

3. For anyone who's done the Kaplan Qbank?

   kelso1001 replied to kelso1001's topic in NCLEX

   okay good! I'm also pretty worried about the pharmacology and how much time I should spend on it. So far I haven't really studied pharm, and have just looked into meds as they come up in Kaplan questions. I feel like if I only get two medication q...

4. For anyone who's done the Kaplan Qbank?

   kelso1001 posted a topic in NCLEX

   I am studying for the NCLEX (3 weeks away!). And have been getting 60-84% on the qbanks (mainly in the 60's/low 70's). I'm wondering how this compares to everyone else and if these are good percentages? I'm hoping this is preparing me for the NCLE...

5. RN's! I need your advice!!

   kelso1001 replied to kelso1001's topic in New Nurse

   yes, mpcu is a an icu stepdown unit. I am leaning towards this position..

6. RN's! I need your advice!!

   kelso1001 posted a topic in New Nurse

   I'm a GN and I was offered a medsurg position recently, but I am also hoping for the mpcu position I interviewed for. If I happen to be offered the mpcu position also, I'm not sure on which one I should take. The mpcu intimidates me, but I also thi...

7. Rationale behind decreasing calcium intake prior to parathyroidectomy?

   kelso1001 replied to kelso1001's topic in Medications

   Unless you have an overactive parathyroid and need to decrease calcium because of that...

8. Rationale behind decreasing calcium intake prior to parathyroidectomy?

   kelso1001 replied to kelso1001's topic in Medications

   I am studying for the NCLEX using Kaplan and this was one of the questions. It said that calcium needs to be reduced prior to the procedure, but did not really explain why. The only rationale that I can think of is that they decrease calcium intake...

9. Rationale behind decreasing calcium intake prior to parathyroidectomy?

   kelso1001 posted a topic in Medications

   Is this done to avoid a sudden decrease in Calcium after the procedure?

10. FNP vs WHNP

    kelso1001 replied to kelso1001's topic in General Nursing

    well the thing is I don't want to do L & D, and I don't mind working with other women's issues too. So that's why I ruled out midwifery...and the NFP gives me wiggle room in regards to the unit I work on etc. ..?

11. FNP vs WHNP

    kelso1001 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello, I want to become an NP, and my dream job would be to work with expecting mothers. But I am leaning towards FNP because I don't want to be stuck in one field if I want to change things up a bit. Is this a good idea or should I just go for ...

12. How hard is it really to get a 4.0 in Nursing school

    kelso1001 replied to BenTram's topic in ADN/BSN

    Depending on the school you go to, it can be extremely difficult. In the program I am in, you would literally need to get 100% on every single assignment/exam to have a 4.0. Needless to say, I'm pretty sure no one in my program has it.

13. question about obtaining licensure!?

    kelso1001 replied to kelso1001's topic in General Nursing

    but is the endorsement just for temporary licensure or is it for the full time until renewal? and how long does it take to apply and receive the new license?

14. question about obtaining licensure!?

    kelso1001 posted a topic in General Nursing

    So I live in Michigan and plan on moving out of state. I have a state in mind but I won't be sure until after I take the NCLEX. So, my question is, should I get my licensure in Michigan so (because I plan on working here for a bit before I move) an...

15. possible to get an RN position in Colorado?

    kelso1001 replied to kelso1001's topic in Colorado

    I will also have one year of nurse tech experience. I don't know if that matters. My boyfriend will be attending grad school out there so there's not really a way that I an extend my employment. Will it be impossible for me to get a job out there?