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  1. Question about SARS...

    soonertwin87 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    So I'm up late studying when I probably should be asleep ...but this is really bothering me! I was originally told that SARS was droplet precautions but took a quiz that said it was both airborne and...

  2. NCSBN REVIEW??

    soonertwin87 replied to KaiTT21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think the NCSBN questions are different from any other type, like Saunders and Mosby. I've heard from a couple people that they are similar to NCLEX. I think what is different is that a lot of the...

  3. NCSBN REVIEW??

    soonertwin87 replied to KaiTT21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I paid for the 3-week subscription and have been using Saunders for content review. I am mainly just using NCSBN for questions, which I feel have helped a lot! I'm also doing questions from Saunders,...

  4. Awaiting nclex results!

    soonertwin87 replied to flawsnall's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have you tried the Pearson Vue trick? I know it's not final, but it may help alleviate some stress!! Good

  5. oh no

    soonertwin87 replied to perfectly_4given's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have days, too, where I do worse on questions and have lower scores. But then the next day, I'll do a whole lot better and feel great! Don't let one practice test get you down--you know

  6. Testing July 8th. New Kaplan Scores. Hope its enough!

    soonertwin87 replied to perfectly_4given's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm taking it July 8th at 2 PM! Good luck to all of you! WE CAN DO IT!

  7. Taking nclex for 2nd time. Need your help!

    soonertwin87 replied to oscarandmax's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yeah, I'm worried about priority too. I've heard that LaCharity's book Prioritization, Delegation, and Assignment is helpful for studying those types of questions, but I can't afford it right now....

  8. CALLING---Those who have Jobs- WE need you!

    soonertwin87 replied to k.morris's topic in First Year After Licensure

    1.what kind of floor are you working on? nicu 2.where are you from? oklahoma 3.how did you get that job?--mine is kind of a combination of many things. i did my icu rotation on the unit and applied...

  9. Taking nclex for 2nd time. Need your help!

    soonertwin87 replied to oscarandmax's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My worry with infection control is if you add standard precautions. Is it specific what you are going to be DOING in the room--like it you're working near bodily fluids? For example, Adenovirus is...

  10. What to wear, what to eat day of NCLEX??

    soonertwin87 replied to MrsRNn2009's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    For whomever brought their purse in with them, where do you keep it? Also, if you are going to eat a snack during your break, do you just go get it out of your purse or what? I'm so lost as to how the...

  11. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    soonertwin87 replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm taking it July 8th I'm super nervous though! I'll keep you in my

  12. For those of you taking nclex!!

    soonertwin87 replied to SDA3694's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Please pray for me! I take it in a week. CONGRATULATIONS to you, by the way

  13. NCLEX study items!!

    soonertwin87 replied to sn25's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    This is a great review! Paralytic ileus- decreased or absent peristalsis; complication of surgery/anesthesia; s/s include decreased or absent bowel sounds, abdominal distention, and feeling of...

  14. NCLEX Takers Support Thread

    soonertwin87 replied to mat25:40's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I will be praying for everyone! I would appreciate prayers too--I take mine on July 8th. God

  15. Can someone help me re: Infection Control Q's?

    soonertwin87 replied to GottaGetIn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I found a good YouTube video that quizzes you on TONS of diseases for infection control! It's a good review to see how much you know....

  16. Drugs and the NCLEX

    soonertwin87 replied to oguesswhat's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Antibiotics side effects--tinnitus, headache, N/V Diuretics (-zide)--potassium-sparing and nursing implications Synthroid- for hypothyroidism; take in the morning on an empty stomach Different...

  17. Can someone help me re: Infection Control Q's?

    soonertwin87 replied to GottaGetIn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm worried about that too! I think if you are at risk for coming into contact with blood or bodily secretions, you wear all PPE (gloves, gown, mask)...but if you are just walking in to check an IV...

  18. i don't know what to think of nclex!

    soonertwin87 replied to 2bsunshinenurse3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Aww! Well from what I've heard, it's normal to feel like you didn't do so well walking out of the test. But sounds to me like you did well (if you had that many SATA!). Usually it's a good sign! Good...

  19. Holding insulin for NPO & surgery

    soonertwin87 replied to MrsRNn2009's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You would still give it. For one, the patient is under a lot of stress and will need it for that reason alone. And 2, the liver will still be releasing stored sugar in the blood, which requires...

  20. July 2009 NCLEX Support Group

    soonertwin87 replied to Meriwhen's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    sn25--mine is July 8th, too! ...at 2 PM. Good luck to

  21. Question about the uterus.

    soonertwin87 replied to bekindtokittens's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I was always told in class and clinicals to massage the fundus first. I would go with Saunders

  22. July 2009 NCLEX Support Group

    soonertwin87 replied to Meriwhen's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Oh, I feel VERY blessed to have a job! I actually prayed about it for a long time. But from what I've seen, most people can get a job as an RN, but may not get their first choice of unit. But a job is...

  23. How do I study for NCLEX?

    soonertwin87 replied to stewiegriffin's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :yeah::yeah:CONGRATS! I think the amount of time you need to study depends on your base level of knowledge and if you are good at answering NCLEX-style questions. Then you can go from there in...

  24. July 2009 NCLEX Support Group

    soonertwin87 replied to Meriwhen's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I take mine on July 8th at 2 PM. I'm terrified, because I have a job lined up and have already been through orientation, but I can't start until I pass boards I wasn't toooo scared until I started...

  25. Study Group Question - Do you think you know it?

    soonertwin87 replied to KAYBDT6's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :yeah:A patient with peptic ulcer disease should avoid medications that are irritating to the stomach lining--aspirin and