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I just finished year 2 of a 2 1/2 year program. I was in a serious wreck and missed some school this last semester and was the first time I have missed for 2 years. It is difficult, but is possible, and you will feel as if you have achieved great accomplishments. Tips: set your priorities. School must turn into number one. That will be difficult for you and your family, but is key to success. Develop your support system. I had to learn to ask for help, whether it was vacuming or cooking. My mom has been my God send and has been at my home 2-3 days a week, doing things for me that I have had to ignore. I am someone that takes care of everyone and everything so sitting down was VERY difficult and looking at a dirty house. I could not take the time to do those things and achieve good grades (A, B, B, B). Friends will probably go to the way side, but explain to those important that this TOO will pass. They can help with baby sitting and maybe a meal or two. Support is key. Your husband will be another factor. My fiance tells people that it just isn't me in nursing school, but me, my mom, and him. They have all helped me very, very much! Study! Not just during school, use note cards (keep them in your purse, read a line while driving and repeat until you remember-pull them out any time you are waiting-red lights, doctor's office, grocery shopping Work ahead, don't let assignments gang up on you. Do your reading and highlight, making notes as you go. Look up anything in your notes that you are unclear on, using the internet when your books don't give you enough info. The internet is very helpful. Pay attention to websites; school sites are reliable as are hospitals. Eat right, sleep as much as you can, don't over do cafffeine, go to the doctor at the first sign of illness-explain to your doctor you are in nursing school and that you cannot let anything get you down (It took a little bit for my doctor to understand, but now he treats me agressively when I schedule appointments, asking what treatments I prefer, and it has been very important.), get some exercise (walking is great and can be done with family). You will find that people will either abandon you or stand with you. You didn't need those that abandon b/c they just wanted you for the things you did for them, not reciprocating the relationship. Good luck!!!! It can be done! Most important, you have to REALLY WANT TO SUCCEED! If you don't, no you won't make it. If you do, you will do well and feel good about yourself. Almost an RN in Tenn

Hello, I am a nursing student with an assignment and my book seems worthless. What size needle is used for an IM injection for a neonate? Specifically, the injection is the initial Vit. K injection. Please respond both privately (email) and in thread. Thanks! Anaicca