HolisticSandz

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1. ANY one know of a school where I can go from ADN to Nurse practitioner?

   HolisticSandz replied to cluv2nurse's topic in General Nursing

   I have looked into University of Cincinnati, they have an ADN to NP program. They require some classes but you don't have to get your BSN. I think Xavier also has a ADN to masters program, but I'm not sure how it works.

2. I need help to succeed in nursing school

   HolisticSandz replied to Cindy 17's topic in Student Assist

   rainingwoman, great advice! totally forgot that knowing how to study effectively for yourself is the key!lol if you're an audio learner, tape the lectures! i have several friends doing this! i've just learned to pay attention in class ( can be tough ...

3. I need help to succeed in nursing school

   HolisticSandz replied to Cindy 17's topic in Student Assist

   Hi Cindy 17! I too am now a second(and final) year student! It is tough! It sounds like you are on the right track with your studying habits. I've noticed that the questions that they give us for tests are similar to nclex, yet they make them confus...

4. Daytonite has passed away...

   HolisticSandz replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

   I'm truly sorry to hear this, she was an inspiration to me. My thoughts and prayers to her family.

5. help with care plan

   HolisticSandz replied to cbop's topic in General Students

   Hi, well I'm a student like you, but I'll try to help. First off, do you have a care plan book? If not, I like ours which is: Nursing Diagnosis Handbook: An evidence-Based Guide to Planning Care, By Ackley and Ladwig, 8th edition. Next, I don't know ...

6. unbelievable... in today's world

   HolisticSandz replied to ilmbg's topic in General Nursing

   I'm working as a Phlebotomist at a busy clinic while I attend nursing school. At our facility it is a HUGE no no to draw blood without gloves. We could aquire a giant fine from our laboratory licensing body, the College of American Pathologists. Whil...

7. SIGH.....You know, it just never fails.

   HolisticSandz replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

   angelfirern, i love your posts! your life is so hectic, yet i think we can all relate. and they always warm my heart.:heartbeat love your pets! i'm glad for you and your patients that you are so caring. have a wonderful week and thank you for sharing...

8. Merry Christmas from...

   HolisticSandz replied to RNnbakes's topic in General Nursing

   merry christmas from central ohio.:candle:

9. I'm a Nurse Manager!

   HolisticSandz replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric

   Congrats!:yelclap::yelclap:

10. Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    HolisticSandz replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    True Gila. It may come back. They say the best candidates have sparse coverage from the beginning. I guess you just go back till it doesn't come back.lol otherwise it could look kinda tufty.lol I'm hoping it works for me. I got time for them to impro...

11. Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    HolisticSandz replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I've just started nursing school so I guess I'll be seeing (or not seeing) for myself in a few quarters. lol Actually I have a friend who had it all lasered. It is pricey, but worth it apparently. Never shave again! Or Wax. lol Sooo, one thing that's...

12. The First Days of Nursing School by the Fall 2009ers!!!

    HolisticSandz replied to craziechiq's topic in General Students

    I am officially a Student Nurse! lol We started the 16th and our first exam is monday! I'm very excited and nervous to see how well I'll do. It seems like I've done nothing but read my fundamentals book for three weeks. lol We started clinicals this ...

13. My Father Died Today

    HolisticSandz replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'm very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and yours. Wonderful poem.

14. How to help fearful/anxious patients

    HolisticSandz replied to LeahC18's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a NS and working as a Phlebotomist at a very busy clinic. I've noticed that Pt.'s that are very nervous respond well to a no-nonsense kind of confidence. I really have to gauge each Pt's level of anxiety. Some are easier to read than others. If I...

15. WooHoo!!! Only 44 days until Spring!!

    HolisticSandz replied to SusanKathleen, RN's topic in General Nursing

    YOU ROCK! for reminding me!:nmbrn: