taylor21

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1. need some advice

   taylor21 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

   ok, it is a little early, however I want some help, I am thinking on taking chemistry and Microbiology in the same semester. Is this a good idea? has anyone ever done it before?

2. pre-reqs need help

   taylor21 replied to luv4all's topic in Pre-Nursing

   it all depends on the Pre-reques, I am having to take A+P I & II, Chemistry, and intro to Psych, however i am taking some of my core classes as well, like English, Micro Biology, Developmental Psych, and health care spanish. for me I am almost do...

3. I need some encouragement

   taylor21 replied to taylor21's topic in Pre-Nursing

   all of your ideas sound great, I am going to try a combination of them...... BUT what i really want is someone to make a "gentlemans" bet with. To see how hard i am going to push myself. Please help me and push me to get there. Thanks:chair:

4. ACLS not encouraged?

   taylor21 replied to DKMRN's topic in MICU

   first and foremost, you HAVE to follow procedure. If it is not in the protocols you can't be held liable for it. I am an EMT that is trained in ACLS, but it is not in my protocol so........ even when I know there is something for the patient that I c...

5. My height is 4 ft. & 9 inches. Am I qualified for BSN Course?

   taylor21 replied to Nono&Belle's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I know plenty of people who are under 5ft tall that have a 4yr BSN RN under their belt. Besides how cool will it be when patients will have to "look UP" while looking down. Anything is managable when you put your mind to it!!!!!! :monkeydance:

6. Rusk Mental Facility

   taylor21 posted a topic in Texas

   Does anyone know where to get more information on this hospital? or the town? I have looked into it and have decided that is where I eventually want to work. Mental health has always fascinated me and I can't find any subject material on the hospital...

7. How scary is anatomy class

   taylor21 replied to new_mom2005's topic in Pre-Nursing

   you will get out of it what you put in. I really suggest getting a good study partner/group together. Muscles by far are the most difficult. But it is understandable if you try. remember to take it one day at a time and breath. dont get overwhelmed, ...

8. A weird question.....

   taylor21 replied to imn2nursin's topic in Pre-Nursing

   have you tried talcom powder prior to putting on your gloves? also I know that there is a name for this something like "Hyperhydrosis," excessive sweating when you break it down. I might be wrong but there may be a medication to prevent you from swea...

9. Anatomy flash cards

   taylor21 replied to kmj1228's topic in Pre-Nursing

   one of my instructors encouraged us to use flash cards, however he stated that for memory reasons you should hand write them out. He also said that for the best memory, you should hand write them on yellow note cards. I don't know if it helped but i ...

10. Do you prefer buying books that already have writing in them?

    taylor21 replied to amlaboy's topic in Pre-Nursing

    To me, it is really about price right off, if it is a pricey book, one that I could refer to later, I will by a brand new one. If it is something that I will never use again (i.e. English) i will by one that is missing a cover if i can get it for che...

11. I Cant Make Up My Mind Pease Help!!!!!

    taylor21 replied to godsend213's topic in Pre-Nursing

    it really sounds like you should check into the programs and see if there is anyway they offer an accelerated 2 yr program after you already have you LPN. Also you may want to look into what an LPN can do in your state, I looked into it in my state, ...

12. I need some encouragement

    taylor21 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing

    Hi all, I am taking some of my basics right now, and i am really down on myself, I am thinking that this is going to take forever!!!!!!!!! What are some of the things ya'll did to help yourself/each other out during these time???? i really would appe...