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  1. scabies

    Scabies are not very contagious after first treatment - first treatment is usually considered curative unless some special circumstance like Norwegian scabies. However, linens can be a vector of transmission if not properly cleaned. Also, incubatio...
  2. Fastest & easiest RN-BSN program online?

    I highly recommend UMass Boston's RN to BSN program. It is all online and the workload is very manageable. Best of all, it is also a brick and mortar school with a good reputation, so it doesn't scream "Internet degree". That being said, I am in n...
  3. Extra Supplies For Nursing School

    Extra penlights - when yours dies, you'll need a back-up. Also, lots of singles and change for vending machine dinners and parking/tolls. Knee-high compression stockings. Mini notebooks for your pockets, black pens, sharpies for labeling everything....
  4. Advice re: Phd?

    Hi iteachob, Thank you so much for taking the time to respond to my post. You've given me a clearer picture of what the courses may actually be like. I am definitely leaning towards applying to the state program. I really love research and I think...
  5. Advice re: Phd?

    Hi GrnTea, I definitely appreciate the advice. I can see how people get lured into the online programs. The program I intend to apply to is the state university in my state which has a good reputation and face-to-face classes. I guess my question ...
  6. How long did you study before taking NCLEX?

    I used ATI throughout nursing school and then did about 200 questions per day for a couple of weeks before testing. Honestly, I don't think that the prep was necessary, though that may depend on how well you did in school and what level of anxiety y...
  7. Penalty for leaving

    I agree with the previous posts. I would stay to fulfill the contract. It may seem like an unbearable amount of time now, but you will be better off if you finish what you started. Nursing is a small enough world, academia even more so. Good luck...
  8. Am I being too sensitive?

    Honestly, I can appreciate how you might feel a bit bothered by this, but I concur with the other posters who have stated that their conversations are most likely not about you at all. It can take a long time before your coworkers feel comfortable a...
  9. Newly Weds and Nursing School

    Congratulations!!! My husband and I got married in between semesters when I was in nursing school. I think no matter what you're doing, the first year of marriage can be challenging and is quite an adjustment. Communication is so important. Be cl...
  10. RN to MSN advice please

    I agree with the previous poster regarding the recommendations. Also, do not let that one piece of the puzzle delay your goal - I'm sure the school would be willing to work with you to figure it out. Personally, I'd go for the NP though that depend...
  11. Advice re: Phd?

    Hi Everyone, First of all, I am new to allnurses.com (I just registered)! However, I remember searching and reading some posts while I was in my ADN program several years ago and have always appreciated the candid sharing of information in this comm...
  12. Seeking info on Chamberlain College of Nursing

    I have a colleague who obtained her BSN from Chamberlain. She said it took her three semesters and the quality seemed average overall. For what it's worth, I obtained my BSN online from UMass Boston and found the courses to be very good and also mo...