JoanRN05

JoanRN05 specializes in Critcal care, nursing education.

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1. Need explanation of Creatinine clearance

   JoanRN05 replied to missmollie's topic in Student Assist

   So.far, so.good! Creatinine clearance (CrCl) is used as an indicator of how well the renals are functioning. It is a more specific indicator of functioning and therefore used to determine medication adjustments. You are correct, USUALLY when you have...

2. What topics do you struggle the most with as students?

   JoanRN05 posted a topic in Student Assist

   What topics do nursing students struggle the most with? For example, most of my students struggle with learning meds and integrating their application to patient care. I am curious if this is unique to our program or students in general. Please don't...

3. Time Management Tips/Advice

   JoanRN05 replied to EMEddie's topic in MICU

   Create a routine and stick with it - so when you get off task, you have a routine to return to. Ask around to your peers and see what works for them. I am VERY nosey, s I would watch what others did. That being said, here's what worked for me... aft...

4. I'm about to graduate from nursing school!

   JoanRN05 replied to BlueChocolateCat's topic in General Students

   Wow- those are some loaded questions...where to start... First, take your NCLEX as soon as you feel comfortable, don't delay. You are still in the "test mode".... stay in it! I had a delay in taking my exam due to relocating to another state. I had s...

5. Dear Nurses, I desperately need your help

   JoanRN05 replied to juniper1968's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I always believe any education and degree is a good thing! If you have a passion then keeping forward. I do believe the push to BSN prepared nurses is gaining momentum, so definitely consider that in you future plans. All the major hospitals in the a...