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Hi, Any past or present SRNA's out there willing to share their best "must have's", "fav's", and "can't live without's" for didactic and clinical? Examples: Best digital recorder? Clipboards? Pen's? Shoes? Programs? References? Video's? Chocolate? ...

Now that I'm a few weeks into the program I have a better idea of what works for me. Everyone is different. Access to a computer to print out class slide notes (or use the library computers - we get 500 free printed sheets a semester which is nice) 0...

My acceptance letter from Boston College came today! Woo - hoo! I can't wait! Classes start January 2009. Did anyone else hear?

Thanks to all that have taken the time to reply! It's been very helpful. Sometimes it's the simle items that get overlooked but help immenseley in the long run. Cheers!

It's important to have questions to ask them during the interview. It shows commitment and an interest in finding a program that is a good fit for both parties. -How does your program faciliatate student research? -Does the schools library carry cur...

I just wanted to say congratulations! How exciting. I've only heard good things about the Rush NA program. I used to work at Rush. Way to go!

It goes without saying, have a strong application and goal statement to get the interview. Be prepared to answer questions from your goal statement during the interview. Become CCRN certified. Shadow a CRNA and be prepared to discuss the experienc...

Congrats to all! I wonder if we'll get a chance to meet before classes start. kachoo414, did your co-worker get in as well? Anyone moving in from out of town?

Congratulations! My interview was on 9/19. A coworker of mine got in as well. It would be funny if most of our class were lurking on this board. Now to figure out how to apply for loans.

Hi Gluck, I called Boston College and they told me that they were "looking for greater than 500 on each, and obiously the higher the better." 1320 is well above that. Good luck with your applications!

Congratulations! Wooo-hooo. I'm saying "yes" today too. I can't wait! I wonder who else will be in our class. Has anyone else heard?

When is your interview at BC? I interviewed there on 9/19. They had curent students available while interviews were being conducted -- which was extremely informative. Good luck with your interviews!

baby831, In regards to the interview at BC - it was relaxed get to know you type of questions -- why bc, why crna. Be yourself. Group of about 12 applicants, starting with a presentation from the Director about the classes, clinicals and faculty. An...

In regards to the clip board notes .... anesthesia-ed on ebay has laminated reference cards with formulas and references for SRNA and CRNA's, called an anesthesia bundle, that can fit on your clip board. I like Sota Omoigui's Anesthesia Drugs Handbo...

My interview at BC went very well! I'm so excited! "Get to know you" type behavioral questions. Why BC? Why CRNA route? etc. Very friendly Director and Asst. Director - it appears to be a very personable program where they want you to succeed -- cut ...

I have my interview at Boston College on Sept 19th -- I can't wait!

Remember, the first step in obtaining PA pressure readings is to visually assess the monitoring system. You should first look for: adequate fluid in the flush bag 300 mm HG pressure in the pressure bag pressence of bubbles, kinks or blood in tubing...

Good luck!

Interview at BC in two weeks! I can't wait. They said the interview would be about 5 hours long. Is that typical? I'm assuming that would include their explanation of the program and a tour. It must be a group interview. I'm so excited! I hope ever...

The commute or family hardships will only last about 27 months. You don't have to make a solid decision at this point. Throw yourself out there, apply, and see what happens -- see where you land! Of course follow your dream. You'll kick yourself if y...

Has anyone seen the US News and World Report, America's Best Graduate School rankings for Nurse Anesthesia - 2009? Is the list out yet? Thanks in advance.

Congrats to all those who have landed interviews, and to those who have applied and anxiously await the good news! Has anyone here had their interview yet? If so, how did it go? We are all pulling for you! (Coast to coast group hug.) I have to wai...

Premature ventricular contractions are the most common arrhythmia associated with PAC insertions, usually while the PAC is passing through the right ventricle. Sometimes the arrhythmia appears as short bursts of VT. Right bundle branch block and the ...

Cardiovascular and Respiratory questions predominate the CCRN test. I've recently taken the CCRN test and this is what was on my test ... For Cardiac know your swan readings - left sided vs. right sided failure. AMI, unstable angina, arrythmias, chf,...

That's GREAT news! Good luck with your interview and keep us posted. How exciting!