My school just got rid of ATI. They switched to Kaplan because they felt that it wasa better choice since the recent NCLEX update. Meaning the previous class has good prediction score a d good pass rates, then the NCLEX changed, students had good a...
I've heard wonderful things about that book for the RN, but I'm not sure if the same holds true for the PN. I think Saunders has to much fluff. The exam cram for PN is a wonderful resource, I would spend the money for it for sure! Everyone ik in my ...
Isotonic is normal, meaning plain NS 0.9% or plain LR Hypertonic had a hyper (high) amount of solutes- anything with dextrose & any saline > 0.9%. Remember na+ & glucose are the main ones responsible for intravascular fluid control. Hypo...
RN_2_be_2013 replied to krisiepoo's topic in NCLEX
We just did ours, and our goal was 60, so yours seems high. I got a 72 but I don't feel ready for the NCLEX and wondered how reliable that really is. ..
RN_2_be_2013 replied to kitkatie95's topic in School Programs
I'm graduating from the traditional 2 year track in 6 days. It's probably the hardest thing I've ever done, but has been worth it. LCC has a very good reputation for a reason. The program is hard, but it will make you a great nurse in the end. Just...
RN_2_be_2013 replied to SopranoKris's topic in Michigan
LCC just made an agreement with MSU that has some advantages overUofM. When you get into the program they will have an information seminar that goes over everything. If you have extra time you should look up the articulation agreements at LCC.edu and...
RN_2_be_2013 replied to brizi2006's topic in Michigan
I'm in the traditional track, 2 year program and think it's overwhelming at times... Okay a lot of the time and I can't imagine the accelerated program. The benefits though is that you don't take summers off and I think that helps to continue to buil...
RN_2_be_2013 replied to snow_bear's topic in Michigan
Transfer credits depend on the school they are from and some must have been completed within 2 years. LCC only offers an RN program but you can take your exam after competing the first year (other time frames apply if doing accelerated, 2nd degree or...