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Thank you! I just ordered the DVDs!

Where can I purchase the Gasparis DVDs? I tried searching Amazon.com with no luck... Thanks in advance!

Hi all, For those of you who've taken the CCRN exam: How difficult is the exam and what kind of prep would you recommend? I have the "Pass CCRN" book and I've been studying a little bit, but not a ton. I have about 2.5 years SICU experience. How much prep time would you recommend before taking the exam? And are there any areas you'd recommend concentrating on while studying? Thanks

I'm thinking I'd like to pursue a master's degree in healthcare administration. I've started researching some programs, and it's left me with more questions. I've realized there are both MSN in Leadership & Management degrees and also M.B.A. in Healthcare Administration degrees out there--how do I know which one to pursue? Does anybody have any insight into these two types of degrees as far as how career opportunities/job market/salaries would differ? Right now I have a B.S.N with about 3 years clinical experience, and meet qualifications to apply for both these programs. Anyone with any input, please help!

How much prep/studying would you recommend before taking the GRE? Or is it best to just be familiar with the style of the test and rely on your knowledge that already exists?

Okay, if the application deadline is January 15th, do you think I have time to take the GRE and meet the application deadline? There are testing dates available last week of November and early December. How much prep is involved in taking the GRE or would you recommend not worrying about it too much and just taking the test?

How long does it take to get results from the computerized GRE general test?

So, I know that caffeine inhibits adenosine's effect during an adenosine nuclear stress test and that patients should avoid caffeine for 12 hours prior to the test. But WHY? Anyone know the pharmacology/physiology behind this?

It will have a wide (>.12) QRS complex and will have the "bunny-ears" look to it's QRS. How to tell if it's a RBBB vs a LBBB? If you have access to a 12-lead, this is an easy way to tell: A RBBB's QRS will be upright in V1-V3, and a LBBB's QRS will be downward in V1-V3.

Haha! No offense taken, Greg :) I did also apply to MSA but was put on the alternate list. Talk to you Monday I hope!

I thought it was weird!! I think I'll give them a call on Monday just to check in out. But please do keep me posted on what you hear from them/what your letter says if you get one. Thanks Badger!

Okay, I just got a letter in the mail from St Mary's. It said they had over 190 applicants, had a hard time selecting the class, etc etc. I didn't get in or on the waiting list. But wait--what about THE INTERVIEWS??! I don't get it. The letter implied that they already selected the class (they gave avg GPAs, exp, etc of the selected individuals), but how could they have already interviewed everyone they wanted to and selected already? I mean the application deadline was only 20 days ago. It doesn't add up to me. Am I crazy or does this seem odd?

I haven't heard from them yet, either. Someone told me invites should be extended by the end of April. I read on the website that they interview in May and June so that should be fairly true. GL!

This is not an inter-facility transfer, I'm leaving to another hospital. So I'm thinking two weeks, does that sound fair? I have to talk with my manager in the morning when my shift is over, yikes!

Has anyone gotten accepted into CRNA school while working only casually in ICU? I've worked ICU for 2 years, but am thinking of switching to a casual basis and working FT elsewhere.