Tom1988

Tom1988 specializes in Geriatrics.

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1. Easy Identification of Meds ENJOY!!

   Tom1988 replied to female12233's topic in General Students

   I'll be taking my ATI exit exam tomorrow, and this will definitely come in handy. Thanks!

2. ER being taken over by behavioral health patients

   Tom1988 replied to gentle_ben_RN's topic in Emergency

   The same thing happens in the ED of the hospital I currently have clincials in. A BH patient will come in with suicidal ideations, and will always have a sitter nearby. Most of the time the pt. will be cooperative so they can get the heck out of ther...

3. Accepted in the Drumright LPN Program

   Tom1988 replied to okscrapper's topic in Oklahoma

   Be prepared to get the life sucked out of you.. Haha, only kidding. However, the road up ahead is going to get tough. Stay on top of things and keep yourself organized. I'm just finishing up my LPN schooling and will be taking the exit exam on the 23...

4. clinicals start tuesday - need advice!

   Tom1988 replied to futuresobright's topic in CNA/MA

   Your first day of clinicals will most likely just be an orientation day to help familiarize everyone with the facility. Your instructor will go over what is expected out of the students, facility policies, etc. Remember you are there to learn. Don't ...

5. My State exam is Saturday...and I need some encouragement please!!

   Tom1988 replied to emily_ganshert's topic in CNA/MA

   Remember to "Prioritize First." Read each question carefully, and try not to re-read the question over again. Focus on what the question is really asking. You may need to re-word the question in order for it to make sense in your own words. Avoid va...

6. How to apply knee high stocking

   Tom1988 replied to crystalomly's topic in General Nursing

   First of all, make sure the feet and legs are dry. It's almost impossible to get embolism stocking on if there is moisture on the skin. Fold them halfway inside out and place the foot inside. Then stretch them apart and roll them up. Explain to your ...

7. Took NCLEX this morning....WOWZERS, what a test

   Tom1988 replied to lovinsickfolks's topic in NCLEX

   Use the time to get some fresh air and have fun to get your mind off of the results. Good luck!

8. I passed

   Tom1988 replied to GINARNBABY's topic in NCLEX

   :yelclap: Congrats Nurse!

9. So stinkin frustrated!!!

   Tom1988 replied to floridanursemom239's topic in New Nurse

   Hospitals in my area do not hire LPNs at all either. Only Nursing Homes are welcoming for LPNs and the pay is decent. Most nursing homes in the area pay at least $20 and have good benefits. I will be taking the NCLEX-PN soon and hopefully I won't hav...

10. please help... blood pressure

    Tom1988 replied to chrissweety19's topic in General Nursing

    I had the same issue when I started out as a CNA during my senior year of high school. I worked in a nursing home with a diverse geriatric population. Some patients would have thunderous beats while others were faint / almost non-existent. Asking a ...

11. NCLEX!!!! Omg I just took it and it was horrendous!!!!!

    Tom1988 replied to LoveActually's topic in NCLEX

    I too will be keeping my fingers crossed for you. Good luck!! I will be taking my PN exit exam on the 23rd. And pretty soon I will I will be registering for the NCLEX-PN. I'm nervous, but so far I've remained focused and kept my study habits in check...