bitter_betsy

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  1. How do you memorize / visualize for tests?

    bitter_betsy replied to bitter_betsy's topic in General Students

    I've used quizlet to study with before but I've never made my own flashcards where I've had to type the answers in - I didn't know that was an option - thank you! Our instructor routinely gives us 2...

  2. Chemistry Worries

    bitter_betsy replied to JMat121's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Chemistry is just the beginning... you will need a good foundation in biology, A&P, and math to get through your pre-reqs. Pharm is not an easy course to get through either. The question is why...

  3. Finances during an accelerated program

    bitter_betsy replied to Whaat's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm in the same boat - sort of. While it is recommended that we not work during our program, it is not mandatory. My plan is to try to work 1-2 shifts per week (very minimal). We will mostly depend...

  4. Medic Alert Bracelet

    bitter_betsy replied to bitter_betsy's topic in General Students

    I wear a tiny cross that I never take off. I was thinking I would just put my bracelet and wedding ring on a clasp on my cross. Ive read others do something similar with their rings. I have the...

  5. Medic Alert Bracelet

    bitter_betsy posted a topic in General Students

    For those of you that have medical alert bracelets, how do you handle that with clinicals and actual working in a hospital? I'm not allowed to wear mine at work now, but my managers know what to do...

  6. Best Backpack?

    bitter_betsy replied to TinaMWrtr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just bought a rolling bag I love. There are other places that have it cheaper... and it seems that there are other brands very similar. What I like about this bag is that it has clear pockets and...

  7. NCLEX application confusion

    bitter_betsy replied to rc0213's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think you need to establish your residency in Texas. What will make you a resident of Texas when you graduate? Are you military and your spouse (or parent) is already there? Do you have a drivers...

  8. Being a single mom in Nursing school

    bitter_betsy replied to anareyes89's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Your daughter is 2. She will be 5ish when you are finished. Do it now. If you have a supportive family - utilize them. Time missed with your daughter will not be remembered by her as much as when...

  9. Struggling With Caretaking an Aging Parent

    bitter_betsy replied to MiladyMalarkey's topic in General Students

    I don't have any advice, but I understand where you are coming from. I stopped talking to my dad for a number of years. I still don't speak with him much, but we have sort of mended our...

  10. I just bought the best bag for me!

    bitter_betsy replied to bitter_betsy's topic in General Students

  11. I just bought the best bag for me!

    bitter_betsy posted a topic in General Students

    Ya'll - I couldn't be more giddy right now. Schlepping all these books around campus just sucks. I had a backpack that worked for me last semester but it just isn't working for me anymore. I'm only...

  12. Previous transcripts

    bitter_betsy replied to Davismi's topic in General Students

    I moved a LOT before I finished my first degree. When I apply to nursing school, I will be sending in 7 transcripts. The school that I am applying to has a zero forgiveness policy. They add up...

  13. I just bought the best bag for me!

    bitter_betsy replied to bitter_betsy's topic in General Students

    Yup - sadly we reference it - a lot. He's old school and likes to point out page numbers... the power points will say (see page 199) and it may or may not be the right page number for our edition. I...

  14. Travel

    bitter_betsy replied to Future_Rn0311's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If I get into my program I will be driving a minimum of that (its 1 hour at midnight and potentially 2 hours at 7am due to traffic). The other schools closer to me are 1) more expensive 2) require...

  15. Don't trust my FNP

    bitter_betsy replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I don't know how your insurance works - but with mine I can pick any provider at any time. Sometimes specialists require a referral (not because my insurance requires it but because they do). You...

  16. Nursing and relationships?

    bitter_betsy replied to alv24518's topic in General Students

    This happens in my house now... you don't have to be a nurse. I'm in school and have 3 jobs - he is a commercial fisherman. The tide changes every day. My schedule changes every week. He literally...

  17. Loss of a patient

    bitter_betsy replied to SMS1980's topic in General Nursing

    In all honesty - I think that maybe you are (or were) in shock. I wouldn't expect to be in a situation in nursing school where I would be presented with the opportunity to have my first patient die...

  18. Prerequisites and not sure which ones to take in combination

    bitter_betsy replied to Thatguyinblue's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It depends on if you are working or just going to school. I think 2 classes in the fall - even if difficult and NOT working is completely feasible. Also - algebra/trig is NOTHING like stats. I...

  19. Being monitored but would like to move to another state

    bitter_betsy replied to Michellercruz's topic in Nurses Recovery

    From a different perspective... you have first hand knowledge that others do not have. It will either make you compassionate or unemotional when dealing with others who have the same issues. I...

  20. MUSC Spring 2019 ABSN

    bitter_betsy replied to bitter_betsy's topic in School, College Programs

    Thats great!! I'm so nervous and excited at the same

  21. Single Parent- How to get thru clinicals while in Nursing School?

    bitter_betsy replied to cilocybin's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I hired a nanny - well sort of. I had a spare carriage house that I exchanged for nanny duties. I wasn't in nursing school at the time but I was managing a restaurant. When she was "working", she...

  22. It's your fault that my child broke her glasses!

    bitter_betsy replied to Amethya's topic in School

    Why is the kid taking off glasses to begin with? I absolutely hate glasses because I'm in that "my arms aren't long enough category" and looking from a book to the board makes me sick with glasses...

  23. Extremely Lost...Graduated with B.S. in Biology but Decided to Pursue Nursing

    bitter_betsy replied to grand_theft_avocado's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have a BS IT. For all the programs close to where I live they are 4 semesters. The community college with the ADN is 4 semesters. The State University is 4 semesters. The State University the...

  24. School Shootings

    bitter_betsy replied to OldDude's topic in General Nursing

    Most importantly, I would like to see zero news or radio coverage of said events. These events severely impact the town and a nobody becomes a somebody for days. If we made it illegal to shed any...

  25. What is more valuable, time or money?

    bitter_betsy replied to djksjdalksjf's topic in General Students

    School is mostly during the day - how will you provide childcare and pay for rent when you aren't positive how the rent gets paid now? Do you have someone to help with the little one if you have to...