amybethf

amybethf

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  1. Psych... 2nd Semester?

    amybethf replied to CandyGyrl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Your apprisal of it's place in the cirriculum is correct. Obviously, sick patients are afraid and so are their families and it helps to know how to communicate compassion and empathy to them. Also,...

  2. First Test Failed: Pls refer me any critical thinking reference book.

    amybethf replied to shakshi's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Everyone has their own way of studying, ie, solo, in groups, etc. Also, how they study. Are you a visual, auditory, writing learner? Do you make flashcards, do ch. review questions? You need to...

  3. In need of advice, please?

    amybethf replied to RN2B73's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I can ask HR @ HF Wyandotte if they are hiring for other positions like transport, nursing aide (do you have your CPR card?) that can at least get you in the door and perhaps at the top of the list...

  4. HFCC GRADS, can you help me???

    amybethf replied to miMOMMYof3's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I work with 3 recent grads and they took it between June and July. They started the review class soon after class ended. I know it's optional and it meets a few times. I met a grad who has still...

  5. Got my letter - HFCC Fall '08!

    amybethf replied to phluteloop's topic in Michigan Nursing

    CONGRATS! I am glad you got in sooner than expected! That's always a wonderful surprise! Get ready to get into nursing student mode! You will love the program, the staff is

  6. Anyone Failed 1st year 1st semester in nursing school(RN)

    amybethf replied to preciousdread's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    HUGS! I am sorry. I think most of us struggle with picking out the 'best' answer when 2 answers are usually right. I underline the cue words such as first, priority, initially, evaluation, etc....

  7. Recieved letter from HFCC today!!!

    amybethf replied to momof2*s's topic in Michigan Nursing

    :redbeatheCONGRATS! You will love this program! The staff is wonderful and is there to help you succeed. Use their office hrs for any questions/ concerns. I was so nervous to start NS and it has...

  8. Success to Answering Questions

    amybethf replied to Lil_Mama4sho1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    i would buy an nclex book so you can see how they frame the questions, which are alot like school tests. also the nclex gives the rationale to why the right one is right and why the others are wrong....

  9. Math problem confusion

    amybethf replied to godsgrl444's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Don't feel bad, cuz if you're rusty, I'm clueless! I have a test in late Aug and cuz I am not strong in math, I have been practicing until I have an indention in my fingers! And I thought I had it all...

  10. Math problem confusion

    amybethf replied to godsgrl444's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Aha! Now I get it! Makes perfect sense, I was missing something and that was why I was confused! These problems can be so confusing to the novices, especially those who are not strong in math! Thanks...

  11. Math problem confusion

    amybethf replied to godsgrl444's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I thought we already figured out that it's 60 ml (part a) and the problem asks for gtts/min over 30 min not an hr. Am I missing something? I have never done a problem where you solve for gtts/hr, it's...

  12. Where can I buy a stethoscope near Livonia MI?

    amybethf replied to mybrowneyedgirl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Try allhearts.com. I know that sometimes ppl have complained about them taking a bit to deliver but I got alot of stuff from them with no complaints. Also, your school should have a setup from...

  13. Math problem confusion

    amybethf replied to godsgrl444's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Ok now I am confused and I thought I was doing this right! And I also have a math test coming up. This is how I got my answer for the second part: 60 ml x 15 gtt = 900/30 min= 30gtt/min How do you get...

  14. Math problem confusion

    amybethf replied to godsgrl444's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    1gm/5ml : 2gm/xml 1x= 5x2 x= 10 60ml (10 ml + 50ml) x 15 gtt/30 min = 30ml/h Is this

  15. HFCC alums or current students

    amybethf replied to J9G2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I bought one and I used it first semester but it became cumbersome dragging it up to the second floor so now I use it as luggage! Plus you never need that much space for class stuff either. But you...

  16. I dont get this answer, Help!!

    amybethf replied to RNFutureRN's topic in General Students

    Because urine

  17. P.M. Clinicals at H.F.C.C.

    amybethf replied to Smartmom's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Ah, the many rumors that fly about! I wouldn't count on it unless there is a case of bad weather. U can utilize time in clinicals for all the paperwork/ homework that needs to get done. And your CI...

  18. HFCC Students: Is a PDA important to have for school? (m)

    amybethf replied to mybrowneyedgirl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I made it thru first year without one and I don't know anyone who used it either. I think some schools require or suggest it for recall of meds during clinicals. But it's not required at HFCC. They...

  19. Hfcc Net

    amybethf replied to fullofsm1lez's topic in Michigan Nursing

    And HFCC requires a composite score of 65 as well as in each of the math and English. They no longer accept NET scores taken elsewhere. I know WCCCD required score is

  20. Waiting for my NET results...

    amybethf replied to gemberly's topic in Michigan Nursing

    That kinda stinks that you have to wait to know your score; at my school, once you're done it prints off your results so you know right then! I am sure you did a good job

  21. Attention Attention!!!!!!!!!!!

    amybethf replied to trjohnson0213's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    i used my nclex for everything in ms1; i couldn't have done it without it. it helped clarify some of the more confusing stuff and i used it to reinforce my reading. i studied alot, usually 5+ days a...

  22. Nurs 285 @ HFCC

    amybethf replied to tonyal's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Patho should help tremendously with the 3 Med/Surg classes. It's probably what students struggle most with - connecting the Signs and Symptoms with the disease process. And it's the class students...

  23. Failed... Want to transfer to a new school. Please Help!

    amybethf replied to Butterfly83's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What were the grounds on which you were failed? Did you know that what you did was 'unprofessional,' did they take you aside and tell you? There has to be a paper trail leading up to a failure. And...

  24. Desperate Need Help from RN students who make A's and B's consistently

    amybethf replied to Txborn82's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It sounds as though you are giving your best effort and I am sorry that you aren't getting the grades for all the hard work you put in. I am wondering if it is the application of critical thinking...

  25. Grading scale for Nusing school???

    amybethf replied to COLPN's topic in General Students

    At my CC: 92 -100 A 91.99 -85 B 84.99 - 80 C 79.99 = fail (no +/- which really messes with my