middleageNP

middleageNP

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  1. Theatrical makeup ala tammy faye baker

    middleageNP replied to elizadream's topic in MICU, SICU

    I agree. Some women has a need for heavy make up to feel "complete". If it interferes with nursing care that's a different

  2. 2007 grads: where did you get hired?

    middleageNP replied to karma482's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I'm very perplexed. I thought there is a serious nursing shortage. To hear that some of you went without jobs for months after graduation is surprising. Where I am, hospital recruiters try to grab...

  3. Do New Grads get hired in CCU, ER, ICU, etc?

    middleageNP replied to Vanillanut's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I graduated in Dec. and started in the SICU without ICU experience except for 2 days of adult 2 clinical. I think the nursing shortage is pushing facilities to try out new route. Old thinking of...

  4. Not passing at 75?

    middleageNP replied to NKL39's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I

  5. How many of you have 75 questions passed or failed?

    middleageNP replied to Mino's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Whew!!! Found out I passed today... What a relieve. I was so certain I

  6. Shut off at 75 but KNOW I missed at least one...

    middleageNP replied to WWRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took mine today and was shut off at 76. I also had a lot of questions on the endocrine system and 2 questions on electromyogram (EMG) of which I've never heard of. I know I missed 6 for sure, and no...

  7. Not passing at 75?

    middleageNP replied to NKL39's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Took my test today and was cut off at 76. I think I failed. I know a few of the ones I definitely got wrong, and am certain I missed a bunch more. The scary thing is, I don't think studying more would...

  8. Being a bundle of nerves causing problems

    middleageNP replied to emeraldjay's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I was in the same boat as you, all the way through the first week of adult II clinical. I think it helps if the instructor does not make you feel like a failure if you make a mistake. The reality...

  9. Are my answers correct?

    middleageNP replied to yadis572002's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hmmm.... I can hear my instructor's voice echoing in my head. Safety, safety, safety... However, wouldn't hemorrhage qualify as a safety issue? I would pick hemorrhage. As for the first answer, I...

  10. what's your study strategy

    middleageNP replied to phillies's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Some textbooks have websites with labeling quizzes and flashcards that can help you remember. I know my A&P text did. Your instructor is correct. I think if you can't get at least a B in...

  11. Controversial Michael Moore Flick 'Sicko' Will Compare U.S. Health Care with Cuba's

    middleageNP replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    You're kidding right? I don't think that is what MM is saying. He is pointing out a major flaw in the American capitalistic system. Politicians are bought to sell out the American people so that a...

  12. This makes me SOOOOOOO mad!!!!!!!!

    middleageNP replied to cajjj's topic in General Nursing

    Accelerated programs are very intense. Just be prepared to do nothing but eat,breath, and sleep

  13. This makes me SOOOOOOO mad!!!!!!!!

    middleageNP replied to cajjj's topic in General Nursing

    Our instructor told us our school received 800 applicants for the 100 that was admitted. 20 accelerated and 80 traditional students. But I understand they are doubling the number of admittances next...

  14. Is it too late for me?

    middleageNP replied to FinderKeeper's topic in General Nursing

    45, two kids, 3 dogs, a cat and my other half. Currently in NS. Will graduate in Dec. Kind of wish I started earlier though. My memory isn't what it used to be, particularly now when I need it most....

  15. Please tell me your studying schedule.

    middleageNP replied to ONEGR8MOM's topic in General Students

    How I envy you. I'm in a 11 mos BSN program and I study every night til I drop. I don't know what sleep is any more. And yet my test scores do not reflect the amount of time I spent. I went from a...

  16. Have you called off work for a sick pet before?

    middleageNP replied to L&DRNJenn's topic in General Nursing

    A death of a pet IS a "death in the family" for me. I have my human kids and I have my hairy kids. Would you leave you children sick at home without anyone to care for them? Particularly if they have...

  17. Honestly, is nursing really what I want?

    middleageNP replied to ostomyrn2b09's topic in General Nursing

    The question is, do you want to be a nurse because you WANT to be a nurse or because you're obsessed with this site? Nursing school is not easy, but obviously not impossible. You can go part time,...

  18. Help! Is this a nursing diagnosis??

    middleageNP replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Would a nurse's pocket guide

  19. CNRA schools ranking

    middleageNP posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Does any one know the rankings of current CRNA schools? I need to start researching. Though more than likely I'll take whatever school that will accept me. Because my GPA isn't what it used to be....

  20. CNRA schools ranking

    middleageNP replied to middleageNP's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    ICURN2CRNA, thank you for the informative

  21. Whats the BEST university for BSN?

    middleageNP replied to HisGrace06's topic in Alabama Nursing

    I just want to warn you though. Be prepare to do nothing else but studying and writing, No sleep, no boy/girl friends . The program takes everythibg from you and

  22. CNRA schools ranking

    middleageNP replied to middleageNP's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Thank you for your suggestion. I am not and RN yet but expect to be licensed by the beginning of next year. Meanwhile, I'm trying hard to bring my GPA up; I have 2/3 of the program to finish so...

  23. How competitve is the University of South Alabama?

    middleageNP replied to maverickemt's topic in Alabama Nursing

    That sounds about right. I applied in August of last year and wasn't informed of my acceptance til mid October. As for the first come first serve basis, I don't recall that policy. I was told...

  24. HELP with panic attacks.

    middleageNP posted a topic in General Nursing

    Its been 4 weeks into nursing school and I'm having panic attacks. Now it's occurring during tests and seriously effecting my grades. I study and study and my mind goes blank, (I get dizzy,...

  25. HELP with panic attacks.

    middleageNP replied to middleageNP's topic in General Nursing

    I will definitely try deep breathing. It is a better choice than being on anxiolytics. Thank you all for your