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  1. Hard Time Finding Brachial Artery

    zooz posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Hello all! I started my CNA class mid-May and we're just now starting to learn how to take BPs. What I've been having the most trouble with is finding the brachial pulse. If I'm lucky I can find...

  2. What stethoscope do you have?

    zooz posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    What brand and model stethoscope do you have? Bonus question: How do you wear

  3. Why am I doing this, anyway?

    zooz replied to PedsDrNurseTheo's topic in General Nursing

    Wonderful & encouraging story. Thanks for

  4. second time around for the PN NCLEX

    zooz replied to low_k3y's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :ancong!:

  5. Am I the only one that doesn't like Saunders??

    zooz replied to Nightingale11's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm reviewing with Saunder's Comprehensive and their Q&A book. I've found that I tend to use the Q&A book more often and usually only turn to the Comprehensive if I'm unfamiliar with something...

  6. The roughest week ever

    zooz replied to 89**11's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Of course no one student has been in the same situation as any other student and we all cope with things differently. I've known students and nurses who've gotten pregnant twice during nursing school...

  7. I failed my skills test.

    zooz posted a topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I was assigned: hand washing (required) temperature, pulse, and respirations (required) female perineal care bed to wheelchair transfer positioning supinePassed all the skills except perineal care. I...

  8. Diploma RN Programs

    zooz posted a topic in General Nursing

    Does anyone know of an online list of hospitals that still offer diploma RN programs? I know they are a rarity nowadays, but I was interested in learning more about them and seeing just how many are...

  9. What mantra is getting you through nursing school?

    zooz replied to MySimplePlan's topic in General Students

    "It can't last forever." Though it sure as heck seems like it will never

  10. Not confident taking BPs -- HELP!

    zooz posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    if you don't want to read this whole, long thing (i understand why) look for the bold text below for my specific questions. i'm nearing the end of a part-time cna course that i am taking before...

  11. took nclex pn friday :(

    zooz replied to isadoragag's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    congratulations, nurse

  12. Failed my state test

    zooz replied to jaytek13's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sorry to hear about your test, jay. You might want to contact your state's nurse aide registry. The registry staff should be able to tell you of any laws concerning working before you receive...

  13. Announce that you passed your CNA exam here!

    zooz replied to jb2u's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    The ordeal is now officially over. I'm a CNA! :w00t: 100% on skills and 94% on written. So happy and

  14. I failed my skills test.

    zooz replied to zooz's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    What I wrote in a separate thread: I just got back from the CNA written test (last step after passing the skills) and *drumroll* passed it with 94%. I had four questions that I was kind of iffy...

  15. I failed my skills test.

    zooz replied to zooz's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    i have an idea how you must feel. i was extremely nervous both times i took my exam, and i'm a nervous wreck just thinking about going into nursing school. rest assured, you aren't alone. good luck...

  16. I don't like my job :(

    zooz replied to DreamyEyes's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Sorry the first place didn't work out, Dreamy. Hopefully this place will be a better fit for you. And I have to say, I know what you mean about not liking the LTC environment. That was probably my...

  17. I failed my skills test.

    zooz replied to zooz's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thank you! And "yay" for not forgetting! :balloons: I'm glad to know that something good came out of my mistake. I also want to say thank you to amanda1229 and Suesquatch for their kind words. Means...

  18. Moral support, pleeaaassse!!

    zooz replied to mrsraisinkain's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congratulations!

  19. A Father's Tears

    zooz replied to Elvish's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Oh, Arwen. That was heartbreaking enough to read, I can't even begin to imagine what it must have been like to experience. You write beautifully. Thank you for sharing this important story with us...

  20. I failed my skills test.

    zooz replied to zooz's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Thanks! :icon_hug: And I forgot to mention this, but I remembered the bath blanket this time. The whole time I was doing pericare I was thinking: Bath blanket, bath blanket. Don't forget the bath...

  21. Moral support, pleeaaassse!!

    zooz replied to mrsraisinkain's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    *sending moral support* Just remember: Safety, infection control, privacy, and comfort. (And don't forget to breathe. ) Wishing you all the best

  22. I failed my skills test.

    zooz replied to zooz's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Awww... Thank you so much. :icon_hug: You must have missed my post up above you. I took the skills exam again yesterday, and I did pass it. So relieved. One more test to pass and I'll be a

  23. I failed my skills test.

    zooz replied to zooz's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Just wanted to let everyone know that I took the skills exam again yesterday and passed! (Second time's a charm, eh? ) Got the same set of skills as the first time. Not sure if that is the way they...

  24. MY first day of clinicals

    zooz replied to mrsraisinkain's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congratulations on getting through your first day of clinicals.

  25. Pet Peeve: Poor Grammar by Nurses

    zooz replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    Look at what I just found. It definitely brings to light one of my biggest pet peeves. I found it and immediately thought of you all and this