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  1. Just got back from taking the TEAS (long)

    browneyedgirl71 replied to Catlover2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took the TEAS test last week. Although I did well on the test, I'm not a fan of standardized tests. The math questions were mostly metric conversions, algebra, fractions and decimals. The science...

  2. Celebrate With Me Today! I'm an RN!

    browneyedgirl71 replied to Blueskies's topic in Men in Nursing

    Rock on, Brian!!! Way to go

  3. Anyone quitting

    browneyedgirl71 replied to weytn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I quit my job over a year ago to focus on school and my marriage. I was working 50+ hrs, commuting, and going to school. I fought the decision to quit for a long time because I really wanted to be...

  4. Microbiology, Help!!!!

    browneyedgirl71 replied to babyphat's topic in General Students

    hey babyphat....I loved Micro! Yes, it's hard and there is a lot of info, but I found it soooo interesting. Trust me, you'll never be the same again after you finish this class....you'll look at...

  5. How much are you spending on books this semester?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to casi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Far too much...I've already spent over $600 and I still have to buy more required texts and some recommended texts. Aye

  6. New pre-nursing student "need advice"

    browneyedgirl71 replied to kcmo06's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    1. Stay organized 2. Do NOT get behind in the reading and studying 3. Study everyday...atleast review your notes 4. Make flashcards, rewrite your notes, whatever for memory retention 5....

  7. For Fun: Spiral Notebooks or Binders?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to Elizabeth Hanes's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I love buying new school supplies also :) I use binders with tabs because our profs have a lot of printouts, syllabi, notes, etc. that we buy or download before the semester starts. I organize them...

  8. Would I be crazy if I took this courseload?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to maryshome8's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    One of the best ways I use to manage my time is school is to count the number of hrs I will be doing for work, school, family and commute. The hours tend to add up FAST! Both AP and Chemistry are...

  9. Scientific calculator for Chem?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to AZmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    For our Chem class, our calculators had to do Logarithims and Exponents...I got my calculator at Target for under $15 and has served me well. Our Chem prof also had a basket of calculators we could...

  10. Advice for obtaining required knowledge

    browneyedgirl71 replied to Elizabeth Hanes's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hmm...I'm surprised that Pharm is not a required course at your school....is there another Pharm class that you will be taking while getting your BSN? Pharm is a very important class because you will...

  11. Need help with coping......

    browneyedgirl71 replied to Angel 3's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Angel - Did you know that public speaking is the public's #1 fear, even above dying? I heard that once and couldn't agree more. You sound just like me!! When I took speech I had the college debate...

  12. Hi everyone.....

    browneyedgirl71 replied to Christinmomof3nrs2be's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hey Christin - Welcome aboard!! :) I start school Aug 21st as well....I'm rootin' ya on!! I also like the NICU and hope I end up there as well

  13. WannaBe NICU nurses roll call!!

    browneyedgirl71 replied to cacori2006's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I too am leaning towards the NICU. I volunteered at the Children's Hospital and really enjoyed it. Other than that....all I can say is that I'm drawn towards the NICU or something else in Peds....

  14. WEll...here I go!

    browneyedgirl71 replied to Ingrid m's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Way to go!! :) I did the same thing about a year and a half ago. I was an accountant for about 10 years when I handed my resignation letter to my boss...boy was she blown away! I was so nervous...

  15. Fall classes

    browneyedgirl71 replied to IaCountryGirl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My sociology class was BORING....zzzzzzzzzzzz. The teacher was good, but I think I just didn't like the subject matter. It was a requirement, so whatta going to do. It wasn't a difficult class, but...

  16. Any part time programs in LA/OC area?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to br107's topic in California Nursing

    Awesome!!! I'm so glad I could help you. :) :) Good luck! Here is a link to the Golden West announcement:

  17. Any part time programs in LA/OC area?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to br107's topic in California Nursing

    I'm not sure about part time....but I think Goldenwest (OC) & Mount St. Mary's (LA) have a weekend program. Not sure if this might be an option for

  18. What Nursing school are you in? Show your pride!

    browneyedgirl71 replied to straba's topic in General Students

    Saddleback CC, Orange County - California..... Future RN 2008

  19. Crazy Classes?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to narcissistic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It sounds like you will have a full load. Remember that A&P and Chem will both have labs and that adds to the work load. I found that Chemistry really helped my in Physiology, so it is a good...

  20. anyone is going to saddleback cc?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to veronica77's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello-wannabe- I don't think that the colleges look at where did your prereq's, only that they are finished and what grade you got. I could be wrong...but I have a BS from Cal Poly and they just...

  21. Low GPA, need your opinions please

    browneyedgirl71 replied to NXS's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi NXS - I was in the SAME position! I have a Business degree with a GPA like yours ......but since I've buckled down and finished all my prereq's for Nursing school I have a 4.0!! I've been...

  22. I have really messed up.

    browneyedgirl71 replied to Heather A.'s topic in Ob/Gyn

    Heather A. - first and foremost, you did the right thing and you can proceed with a clear conscience. I will be starting the Nursing program this Fall and I thank you for having the courage to share...

  23. anyone is going to saddleback cc?

    browneyedgirl71 replied to veronica77's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello future nurses in OC! This is my first post on this website and I'm happy to meet you all! I will be starting the Nursing program at Saddleback this Fall '06. I took all my prereq's at...