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  1. Kaplan NCLEX-RN Strategy Practice Exam

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just bought the Kaplan blue book 2008-2009 edition. I just completed the 180 question practice test on the CD-ROM and scored a 78%. Would you say that it good? I'm curious to know what others scored...

  2. Ughhh....Microbiology!!

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in General Students

    I'm halfway through the nursing program. The only pre-req I had left was micro. I'm taking it this summer and just started my class last week. I'm an A student, always gotten A's in my biology...

  3. NCLEX-RN on 07/14...results

    SmetRN2008 replied to RNMay2008's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    CONGRATS RN!!! I took mine yesterday too and only got 75. I've been checking my state's BON site all day but nothing . Guess I'm going to just have to wait until tomorrow morning to check pearsonvue....

  4. Just took the NCLEX!!!!!

    SmetRN2008 replied to MsNursingStudent's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I feel the same exact way you do!! I took NCLEX yesterday...got 75 ?'s and like you ALOT of SATA. I also got tons of infection control, prioritizing, and teaching, only 5-6 med questions, no math,...

  5. Took NCLEX-RN today...stopped @ 75!!

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm not sure how to feel right now. I don't feel like I did well. There were few that I was 100% sure of the answer. Other than that the others were just my best educated guess. I had alot of...

  6. Nclex today, freaking out. Only had 75Q.

    SmetRN2008 replied to Jennybeans2000's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm in the same exact boat. I also took mine today and got 75. I'm feeling so bummed right now because I'm like you...I have absolutely NO idea how I did. I had probably 20-25 SATA, lots of teaching,...

  7. Poll for those who have already taken NCLEX..

    SmetRN2008 replied to lpn2rnMay2005's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    1. How many questions did you take on NCLEX? 75 2. What study materials did you use? Did you take a test review course? Saunders 3rd ed & Kaplan strategy book 3. Did your SON offer any testing...

  8. Taking NCLEX-RN in 7 days!! Freaking out!!

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I wasn't really nervous until now. I graduated May 14...started orientation at my job June 2 and have been working since so I haven't had all the time in the world to study. I've been doing some...

  9. Taking NCLEX-RN in 7 days!! Freaking out!!

    SmetRN2008 replied to SmetRN2008's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    .......anything??

  10. How easy is it to change specialties?

    SmetRN2008 replied to TangoLima's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't have an answer to your question but I'm in the same boat. I'm starting out in med-surg and I know it's not my calling either. I eventually would like to move into OB, but where I'm from they...

  11. Should I Reschedule???

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ok, I graduated May 14, 2008 from the ASN program. I started general orientation at the hospital I will be working at on June 2.....no patient care, it is all classroom stuff. That lasts until June...

  12. Should I Reschedule???

    SmetRN2008 replied to SmetRN2008's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you for your reply futurecnm! I do have the saunders book w/ the CD and I also just ordered the kaplan book today. I plan on using those two. I started doing questions yesterday and plan on...

  13. Should I Reschedule???

    SmetRN2008 replied to SmetRN2008's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you for you reply Suzanne! I just rescheduled for July 14. That gives me over a month instead of two weeks and since I'm done with my orientation on the 27th, I will have 2 weeks to focus only...

  14. Saunders 3rd ed VS 4th ed

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have Saunders Comprehensive Review for NCLEX RN 3rd edition. I was thinking about going out and getting the latest edition but is their really a big difference between the two? Is is still ok to use...

  15. How did you study for NCLEX?

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just graduated from nursing school and will be taking the NCLEX-RN soon. I was just wondering what would be the best way to study. Should I just do as many questions as possible and read the...

  16. Do I NEED to take a prep class?

    SmetRN2008 replied to crunchymomx3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just graduated and I am a good test taker too. I took the ATI comp predictor a few weeks ago and according to that I have a 99% chance of passing the NCLEX the first time. I don't see a reason to...

  17. Valedictorian and passing boards......

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hi everyone! I just graduated from nursing school on wednesday the 14th and was also valedictorian of my graduating class. :yeah:I'm really nervous about the NCLEX. I haven't gotten my ATT so I have...

  18. Getting Scared :S

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I will be graduating in May. I can't believe NS is almost over for me! I really have no idea where I want to work yet. I'm leaning towards OB but I'm not 100% certain. I'm at the top of my class and...

  19. Student interested in OB nursing...Question for those experienced nurses...

    SmetRN2008 posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hello, I'm a nursing student in my 3rd semester of a 4 semester program. We haven't had an OB rotation yet (4th semester) but I'm really interested in that area and am thinking of applying for a job...

  20. Phlebotomy while waiting to get into nursing school?

    SmetRN2008 replied to ZoeK's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I worked as a phlebotomist while taking my pre-reqs. It's really good experience and I would highly recommend it. The skills you learn are helpful when it comes to learning how to put in an IV. Also,...

  21. R & R Exam

    SmetRN2008 replied to KCnTexas's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yes, Eric is right. They need a low O2 level. Giving a person with COPD too much O2 sends the message to their brain to stop

  22. *microbiology Summer 07*

    SmetRN2008 replied to MelanyJ's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just finished up my micro class last week. It was brutal!! Of course, I had a HORRIBLE teacher! I just found out I got an 89%, 1% away from an A!! :angryfire He told me if he curved the grades, I...

  23. Will I lose my Financial Aid?

    SmetRN2008 replied to JdNNurse2B's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was in the same boat you are last year. I got married in july and started nursing school in august. I was told by my financial aid advisor to fill out my FAFSA application in june, before getting...

  24. What is the passing test grade at your school?

    SmetRN2008 replied to Wsmith16's topic in General Students

    At my school 78% is

  25. What is the hardest semester in nursing school

    SmetRN2008 replied to ccstudent's topic in General Students

    I'll be starting my 3rd semester in the fall. I thought first semester (the fundamentals) was pretty easy actually. 2nd semester however was a killer! Learning all the different diseases and disorders...