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  1. A Shout Out to All The Nurses.....
    thank you... it was nice to hear that today, I needed a boost. i sometimes feel that due to my MI I am not good enough to be a nurse. I appreciate the positive vibe! :)
    Mar 30
    Forum: Nurses With Disabilities
  2. I'm 23 and doing my pre-reqs...wondering...
    how can someone in their 20's think they are too old for anything?? you're still a kid!
    Sep 28, '12
    Forum: Pre-Nursing Student
  3. Question about marijuana use as a nurse
    I haven't read all of the comments, but all I can say is that you are a brave person for asking this question. Check with your state's BON and see what their policies are. Good luck with all of the...
    Sep 26, '12
    Forum: Nursing and Professionalism
  4. 2nd year, close to failing...I dont understand what happened!
    i am a 3rd year student... I have had your problems before and unfortunately failed and had to take a leave of absense... I have returned this past semester and am doing MUCH better! why? because I...
    Sep 26, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  5. SON Accreditation
    At the beginning of this semester we were all told that our school of nursing was going through accreditation this fall and to be prepared... I just got a text from my clinical instructor saying that...
    Sep 26, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  6. Is pulling a 200 lb patient different than lifting them
    I am in the same situation. I have been working as a home health aide privately for almost 5 years with a 210lb quad patient. He has a Clinitron bed which makes it easier, and a Hoyer, but I still...
    Sep 13, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  7. I am officially broken. Vent.
    "Tending the fires within so others can feel the warmth." You deserve your day off, take care of yourself for a change. I hope things get better for you.
    Jul 20, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  8. I'm Freaking Out and Frantic!  Please, Help Me!
    i appreciate this article so much. thank you for taking the time to write it, i have printed it out and will keep it with me during my last 3 semesters of school. thank you thank you thank...
    Jul 17, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  9. Late for exam
    I have been there and unfortunately had to repeat the course... I would talk to your instructor to see about make up work, and if that isn't possible continue this semester and study your butt off....
    Jul 16, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  10. Experienced Student Nurses...advice?
    get your book for next semester and start reading it! also agree with fluid/electrolytes, buffer systems and acid/base! good luck!!
    May 10, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  11. Failing classes & discouraged..3rd year. Need honest advice
    sorry for the spelling mistakes, I wrote this with my phone... hope you get the gist of what I was trying to say lol
    May 7, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  12. Failing classes & discouraged..3rd year. Need honest advice
    I had a similar experience as you with school... what I did was take a year and a half off and got my head and priorities straight. I got into therapy and got my life back in order, then contacted...
    May 7, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  13. Med-Surg
    just took my medsurg final do idk if my study tips actually worked yet but do a ton of practice questions!! thousands and thousands whenever you can and read the rationales for the ones you get...
    May 7, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  14. Are all CNAs mean
    all CNA's are not mean. they are definitely overworked, underpaid and depending on how long they have been in their facility, are burnt out. they see a new group of students and might feel...
    May 3, '12
    Forum: CNA/MA - Nursing / Medical Assistant
  15. Sometimes You Just Don't See It Coming
    how lucky that family is to have had you... your story has touched me deeply. i am greatly sorry for your loss, take care...
    May 3, '12
    Forum: Home Health Nursing
  16. New grad rn :( I wanna cry
    just keep on trucking! i know it sucks right now, i am currently a student so not quite in your shoes... but also in a terrible job where i feel trapped for other reasons. just know that you are...
    May 3, '12
    Forum: Nursing First Job Hunt Assistance
  17. A&P 1 what would you do?
    nope! I'd be happy I got my passing grade and move on!
    Apr 30, '12
    Forum: Pre-Nursing Student
  18. Sorry Nurse Recruiters/Nurse Managers!
    i hear your frustration... don't get discouraged! you will find a job... congrats on your hard work and success so far!
    Apr 17, '12
    Forum: Nursing Management
  19. Harassed at work
    yes, he is all there mentally... I've tried to sit down and talk with him about it but I've never told him I might quit. that's a great idea thank you everyone :)
    Apr 15, '12
    Forum: Patient Care Technician / Assistants (PCT/PCA)
  20. Anybody have experience with taking a Leave of Absence during nursing school?
    I left school in October 2010 because of family drama and a bad case of depression. At the time I had given up so I just stopped going... Didn't notify anyone or respond to any emails. Last November...
    Apr 15, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student
  21. Harassed at work
    Thank you for your reply... I have considered that but I'm not sure I could sue him! I might bring this up to the other women who work with me... See if they deal with this as well.
    Apr 14, '12
    Forum: Patient Care Technician / Assistants (PCT/PCA)
  22. Harassed at work
    I would first like to tell you all how much allnurses means to me! When I get down on myself and feel discouraged I can just come here and I instantly feel better. I read your stories and responses...
    Apr 14, '12
    Forum: Patient Care Technician / Assistants (PCT/PCA)
  23. Not getting accepted into nursing school?  Try...
    5! all but 1 wait listed me but 1 is all I needed! :)
    Apr 12, '12
    Forum: About A Nursing Student - Nursing Cartoon Series
  24. Why I became a nurse
    That is the cutest thing I've heard in long time!
    Apr 10, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Discussion
  25. getting ready for med surge , peds and ob . here in miami or anywhere
    find a program you like and do tons of practice questions!! it's a lot of content and you'll need to focus and study a lot but you can do it! good luck!
    Apr 9, '12
    Forum: General Nursing Student