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  1. MS versus MSN

    May_baby replied to May_baby's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    I am still a student. I had researched and applied to programs on the East Coast that awarded MSNs. However, my fiance is applying for a tenure track position at a University in the Midwest that...

  2. I made my patient cry (long)

    May_baby replied to ragingmomster's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I know this situation has really stressed you out. So here it is: You did the right thing! Something was wrong, is still wrong. And you stepped up to the plate. You made your pt's safety (and that of...

  3. Cadaver lab

    May_baby replied to nursetim's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Prisoners are considered a "vulnerable population" in research ethics and law. Automatically donating the bodies of prisoners would be a huge ethical problem. Voluntary donation is the only thing that...

  4. Cytotec in the News!!

    May_baby replied to rtoi123's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Wikipedia Page on Cytotec (Misoprostol): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Misoprostol FDA Handout for Health Professionals: http://www.fda.gov/cder/foi/label/2002/19268slr037.pdf FDA Handout for Patients:...

  5. Moms who want to feel absolutely NO pain

    May_baby replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The timing of epidurals is an interesting question. There is some discussion about the potential for increased length of labor with early epidurals. A long labor may = vacuum, forceps, or c-section...

  6. Classmates!

    May_baby replied to FNPhopeful's topic in General Students

    Are you in a graduate program? (For some reason that was my first thought) When I was working on my first graduate degree I felt incredibly lonely at first. Grad school is a lot of pressure and...

  7. Mph?

    May_baby replied to StaRNew's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I finished my MPH in Maternal and Child Health in 2004. PM me if you have

  8. Midwifery MSN programs??

    May_baby replied to allthingsbright's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I think the University of Cincinnati has an online Midwifery certificate program as well. http://www.nursing.uc.edu/Default.htm Check with the school to see if the program is still in

  9. Rejection/Waitlist

    May_baby replied to NursingStudent08's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My advice would be to maintain contact with the admissions coordinator. And not to be afraid to ask for constructive feedback on your application if it is available. Sounds crazy, but I really...

  10. Chances for ETP at Columbia

    May_baby replied to cozzy66's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I can tell you that specific GRE scores are not something to worry about. Just do your best. I was offered admission to both the ETP and another accelerated NP program with what would generally be...

  11. what are my chances?

    May_baby replied to EffinP_Meg's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Dearest, Make your motivation clear in your application. And then go for it. How successful can you be if you don't try? PM me if you need a pep

  12. Do You Have Male Nurses on your Unit?

    May_baby replied to Annointed_RNStudent's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I worked on staff with a spectacular Male CNM at Massachusetts General Hospital. I also know of a very wonderful Male CNM in NYC. I think he was affiliated with Columbia... Bottom line folks, if you...

  13. Epidural placement as a "spectator sport"

    May_baby replied to Suebee6's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think the statement that birth is not a spectator sport is true beyond words. I also strongly agree that there should be limits to the number of people present for epidural placement. I am...

  14. plss.. help me..

    May_baby replied to rhenmag9's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Your Masters thesis is an example of your individual work and contribution to your specialty. Short answer, Have you spoken with your advisor about potential topics? Long answer, please speak with...

  15. Instructor + Clinical pay?

    May_baby replied to lovingpecola's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    LP, you should speak to XXXX who is a faculty member at your school. She might be a great mentor or a link to someone who could guide you through examination of a PhD

  16. Who can Deliver Babies IN NC

    May_baby replied to Annointed_RNStudent's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    If a woman chooses to give birth on the subway or a gigantic rock, I'm not aware of any legal consequences. HOWEVER, the training of birth attendants is a legal matter. Church Lady catching babies??...

  17. Can somebody please explain what happened in my clinicals yesterday? (Long)

    May_baby replied to debrasDD99's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Holy Pete, my first thought with the Mag and all was possible DIC... So glad that wasn't it. Horrible situation and I am so sorry you had to experience

  18. Why do they bother coming in anyway??

    May_baby replied to htrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The story about the 22wk pt who refused a visit to the ER raises some alarm bells... It could be the ex-boyfriend who worked downstairs was/is abusive. Pt may be avoiding this individual for reasons...

  19. I want to projectile vomit right now (rant)

    May_baby replied to bruinlaura's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Calinurse2b, BruinLaura is referring to her speciality year of the FNP program, hence the clinical hours she is talking about. At Columbia you will complete ETP before your speciality year(s). Does...

  20. I want to projectile vomit right now (rant)

    May_baby replied to bruinlaura's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Dudette, you have my complete and total sympathy. I know you've worked your butt off, and now this?! I say GRRRRRRRRRRRR!!! Wish I had something helpful to recommend but I'm at a

  21. midwifery interview coming up

    May_baby replied to shhh's topic in Ob/Gyn

    For my CNM school interview I wore my favorite GAP turtleneck sweater, nice pants, and a soft scarf... Wear something that makes you feel comfortable and confident. If you want to wear a suit, fine,...

  22. Femoral nerve damage?

    May_baby replied to jaylily's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I would look up where the femoral nerve is located and try to visualize the mechnaism of injury (i.e. how her legs were held or pushed back). Its all about

  23. Research Paper: Elective Cesareans

    May_baby replied to missninaRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    NIH State of the Science: Elective C-section. http://consensus.nih.gov/2006/2006CSectionSOS027html.htm The conference will be the last several days of March. I'm going through work. Looks

  24. Accepted Columbia University's ETP student-meet-n-greet

    May_baby replied to nycacoustic's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Thanks for the advice. (Sorry for semi-hijacking the thread!) I had planned on completing the pre-recs when I applied. A family member passed away and I was in rural Arkansas settling up their...

  25. Accepted Columbia University's ETP student-meet-n-greet

    May_baby replied to nycacoustic's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I'm aware that Excelsior credits can be used to satisfy Columbia pre-recs. I have extensively researched classes at Excelsior and completing the required exams by May. However, I work full-time and my...