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  1. Preparing for 2nd semester...

    butrfli posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    My second semester is now fast approaching and I'm a little apprehensive to be honest. Since I now know how demanding and stressful it can all be, I'm really trying to enjoy these last days of peace...

  2. Preparing for 2nd semester...

    butrfli replied to butrfli's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I attend school in Louisiana. It sounds like you've got a pretty hefty schedule there. Good luck to you too! I'm glad to hear others feel the apprehension as well. We all need to just take it...

  3. Preparing for 2nd semester...

    butrfli replied to butrfli's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yeap, I know I'll be counting down those 16 weeks too! I've made plans to get together with a few friends this next weekend before it all starts up again because I won't be getting out too much...

  4. Can someone help me figure this out?

    butrfli posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This is a practice dosage calculation problem with the answers but I can't figure it out. Would someone like to help work this out so I can see how to go about figuring it out myself? Thanks! Order:...

  5. Can someone help me figure this out?

    butrfli replied to butrfli's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    thanks also to daytonite! so, seeing the way this question is stated, how would you have normally answered this, with the mezlin included or not? this can obviously be two answers depending on how...

  6. Can someone help me figure this out?

    butrfli replied to butrfli's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Ahhhhhhh, no wonder why I couldn't figure this out. It helps to have the correct answers! Thank you, thank you, thank

  7. WIA Funding pulled

    butrfli replied to HolisticSandz's topic in General Nursing

    What state is this your talking

  8. Advice on how to pass NAC 1

    butrfli replied to RNwanna2's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Thanks to all of you for giving some insight of what to expect. I too will be starting Nac 1 and I'm a little nervous about it. I know how demanding Basics was and I'm sure Nac 1 will be worse! I...

  9. The dreaded finals~!

    butrfli posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I'm looking forward to an end of my first semester but the final exam has got my nerves in knots. I need to make a 77 on my final to pass this semester and I have a huge 5 inch binder completely...

  10. Charity NAC II advice

    butrfli replied to hs2005's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Hi Crescent..... I sent you a private message. Let me know when you get it and can respond back to me privately. Thanks a

  11. My clinical instructor infuriates me!!

    butrfli replied to jenawade25's topic in General Students

    I think many of us feel like we're being picked on. Several in our class felt this way. I too just remind myself that I'm only with them (the clincical instructor) for a short time and to just get...

  12. I love NURSING SCHOOL

    butrfli replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    I'm with you guys 100%! Friends and family ask me all the time "How's nursing school going," and I have to respond back with, "I absolutely LOVE it!" We're starting clinical rotations at a hospital...

  13. Overwhelmed

    butrfli replied to mstoussaint-smart's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Cajunmom06, I can understand how you feel. One thing to remember is that many of our instructors were in our shoes at one time too. Being nervous is natural but don't let it overcome you. Practice on...

  14. Need advice from previous and current Charity Students

    butrfli posted a topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I'm trying to schedule before and after care for my kids if needed and I need to know how long did you or do you stay after class. If you stayed after class was it essential in your passing, really...

  15. Need advice from previous and current Charity Students

    butrfli replied to butrfli's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Thanks so much for that information, nogurl. I'll check into that next week. Good luck this semester and thanks

  16. Need advice from previous and current Charity Students

    butrfli replied to butrfli's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Well, I didn't qualify because they said I have to work or attend school at least 25 hours a week and they don't include the 45 minute travel time I need to get to school. So, I guess I have no other...

  17. How would you describe a good study partner....

    butrfli replied to ~FutureNurse~'s topic in General Students

    I personally find that study groups are good for review only. I just prefer to study on my own in a very quiet place and then get together with friends for a review. During reviews I find great ways...

  18. Why hire an LPN rather than an MA for a doctor's office?

    butrfli replied to Murse901's topic in General Nursing

    I can only speak from a MA's perspective because I worked as a Nationally Registered Medical Assistant for 15 years in various doctors offices. I've worked in one that had one LPN who handled all...

  19. Advice on dealing with dementia patient

    butrfli replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in General Nursing

    I can understand your situation because I took care of an elderly man who has Alzheimers. How well does she know you or does she at all? I would be very fearful of a stranger in my house late at night...

  20. Need advice from previous and current Charity Students

    butrfli replied to butrfli's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Thanks

  21. Charity Fall 2008

    butrfli replied to mstoussaint-smart's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Thank you! I finally pulled out all of my paperwork last night and looked at it all again and saw the reading assignments. When we first got our packets back in January I knew I had plenty of time...

  22. Charity Fall 2008

    butrfli replied to mstoussaint-smart's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    What reading assignment are you reading and what book is it? I'm gonna look over my packet to see if I can find it too, but let me know what your reading as well.

  23. Charity Fall 2008

    butrfli replied to mstoussaint-smart's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Thanks, as you can tell I haven't looked over my papers given to me in quite some time! lol. I need to get that insurance too! And, I can't wait either! I feel like a little kid starting...

  24. Charity Fall 2008

    butrfli replied to mstoussaint-smart's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    To the reply of nolastudent, along with the pen and notebook, you need to bring a copy of your CPR card, 2 copies of your medical liability insurance and a copy of your personal medical insurance. (I...

  25. Anyone from Charity School of Nursing?

    butrfli replied to nola1985's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Thanks Nolanurse2be! Quote: Even my experience working at the hospital this summer has shown me all kinds of nurses that are proud Charity graduates and they make me want to be amongst that group of...