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Ok here is the question: The order reads Asa gr X po now. You have Asa 325 mg per tablet. How many tablets should you give? Well I took the question to mean that the order of the Asa (in grains) is to be given by mouth but what does X mean? I looked ...

Hi :) I just wanted to reply and offer some encouragement and advice about parenting and school. I begin my prereqs a week after my baby girl was born. I started nursing school when my son was 2 months old. Even though being a parent and a student (n...

I can't help to respond and I apologize in advance if I come off rude or inconsiderate. I haven't had adequate sleep and I am stressed out about an upcoming test. That being said, I just want to say that I have experienced school without children (ta...

Critical Thinking Case Study and Study Questions Alterations in Function: Cardiovascular (1st page of our packet) You are caring for a 72 year old female client with congestive heart failure. The client is alert and oriented, BP is 170/80, HR 110, ...

Thanks so much for your suggestions! I really appreciate that you took the time to read and comment. I forgot about the BNP and calling the RT is important too. Thank you!! Rachel

I do all my math using the dimensional analysis. It got me through 1st semester just great. I am really not understanding the IV dosing questions and how to set this problems up since the text book and my teacher use ratios. Is there a way to set up ...

We were assigned a case study. Here a few of the questions and my answers. Could someone read it over and let me know if I am on the right track? okie-dokie- here it is You are caring for a 66 year old Type 2 Hispanic diabetic woman, who has had diab...

I am totally confused. That is all the information she gave. She actually first came up with 500 units of insulin before break and then after she said that it was too much and she made an error. When I go back to class, I'll ask her how she did the p...

Thanks Daytonite! I feel so overwhelmed with all the information and everything we have to learn. Being a great RN seems so far away. Thanks for all your help!

I am looking for a backpack. A When I was in school for my BA in Psych I went through six bags in four years. I am looking for something that can withstand my abuse. I also have to carry my Medela Pump in Style (oh the joys of breastfeeding) with me ...

Usually after clinical I feel drained and tired, but today so many things for me just "clicked". My patient told me that this was the best care she received ever at a hospital and she said that it was because of how I cared for her. I was so happy th...

When you zone into a drug commercial while watching television and you wonder what the prescribed dose would be, how you would reconstitute and how many mL you would give. ITS SICK SICK SICK

Sorry if this has been asked before...but does anyone have a link to a good site that overviews all of the diagnostic tests, there normal ranges and clinical implications. I am searching in my textbook but I can't seem to find the clinical implicatio...

We had a take home assignment for Infection Control. I was wondering if anyone could tell me the correct answer for this question about hand washing. For routine client care, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend vigorous hand wash...

My school offers a great CD ROM that is a collection of videos of different nursing skills. I was wondering if anyone's school offers this and if you have an online access code for it. We only can use it in the computer lab and it is difficult for me...

Hey I found it! Its about 160-ouch! Does anyone know if it is really helpful? http://www.delmarlearning.com/browse_product_detail.aspx?catid=12644&isbn=1401871747

Where can you buy access? Is it expensive?

I usually study when my kids are asleep. I have been studying b/t 8 PM to 2 AM. My son has been having some sleep issues (waking from 1-3AM) and my daughter is an early morning riser (she is usually up b/t 4:30 AM and 6AM). Needless to say that I don...

I just went with a High Sierra Backpack I found at Mervyns on sale. It has nice cushioned straps and a belt around the middle for some added support. I don't see myself bringing all my books to class and after orientation there isn't really a reason ...

Well I made it through orientation. Needless to say that I am tired of standing in lines. I gave my breastpump a trial run at orientation. If I have a ten minute break, I can pump 4 oz in 5-7 minutes. Its gross having to do it in the bathroom stall b...

I am a total Mrs. Type A. I have been running around for these past couple of weeks trying to get everything together before orientation. Had to do a CPR class and immunizations and so many other things. I am breastfeeding my son so I have been pumpi...

Daytonite How are you recovering? I have been thinking of you and been sending some positive healthy vibes your way. Take care! Rachel

I remember when I was going through the links I came across a post that you had for making your own flash cards on the computer. Could you post it again? Thanks! Rachel

Aww I am sorry you aren't feeling well. I feel much better today after going in and getting some antibiotics and IV fluid. The day before I could hardly move and was vomiting all night and I felt like my breast was going to fall off. It was tough fee...

Thanks Daytonite! I will read the instructions when I am feeling a bit better. I have a yucky bout of Mastitis-the joys of breastfeeding.