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Just like the others said... You can not feel like this, and feel it was some how partly your fault. I know what you mean, and what you're saying, and I think almost any of us would feel the same way. That is normal to feel like you are. You wouldn't be a very caring person if you didn't. I know it's hard to approach someone that is under the ifluence, especially if you are not great friends, and also you work under them! I mean how are you really supposed to do that? You're gut tells you too, but it also tells you to mind your business kind of because you could get yourself mixed up in a bad situation with her. I know, ... now she's gone... But you couldn't have known that, and you didn't. I truly think that if I were in the same situation I wouldn't have done anything either. It's a scary thing to do... What if she got insulted and put in a complaint about you? Or whatever? Yes, now she is gone... But what if she wasn't gone and it never happened. Maybe it is a little cowardly... but I think it's human instinct to back off of situations like that. I think it's wrong... but I also think it's what most people would do... Don't beat yourself up about it. It can't bring her back, and you at least have a very big heart and are checking yourself, and wondering about it. She is the one responsible for her actions... not you. Although I understand where she was coming from and the pain she was going through. But it's not your responsibility. God knows you care... That's what really matters in the end anyway... Take care, and just be happy you feel for this woman and are human and normal.... ~ Erin

I've been trying to figure out answers to questions I have by reading the boards.... and most have been answered, also by personal messages. I just have about two or three more and then Ill know what to do with my choices in nursing... LPN, o RN or what..... Ok, I was wondering if I went to LPN school at night (is that possible? lol) when would I do the hospital part of learning, I think it's called clinicals? Would that part be in the day time?I have a daughter and she home schools, so I have to figure that out if that part of school is in the day time... Also, if I were an LPN in a nursing home, would I have to work as hard as a CNA there? I admire them and was thinking of doing that first, but my back isn't that great and I am alittle older than most, and thought maybe the LPN would do some but not as much? Also... And last... If I did LPN and then bridged over to RN, could I do the RN part online? Like only online, so I could be home with my daughter after work? I thank you very much for any answers. I don't know much, but after all these years, the yearning to be a nurse is still there and keeps popping up. So I want to go take care of it. Thanks so much for your time and all that.... Erin

I want to go to school to become an LPN. Then later I would like to advance to RN (schoolng) . I need advice... What do I do first? I am thinking about going to a community college for the LPN training, but is there anything I should do first? I have no clue how this all works, and after reading the boards I'm getting confused. Do I have to take prerequisites for LPN? Or do I just go to the CC and apply. I am in my forties so I don't have great high school courses to show them towards nursing, just regular. So, if anyone could advise me I would really appreciate it sooo much. And thank you also, I know nothing! lol. ~ Erin

Thank you "ALL" sooooo much for your honest answers and support. I guess I've been in the house too long or something!! I was just very skeptical about attending with all younger students. But you have all helped me so much. I didn't know that many older people are going back to school. I have heard of it, but not as much as I've heard here. You have given me the confidence to try and make my dream come true. Thank you soooo much for doing that. I wouldn't have known if I never asked all of you. You're great...maybe we'll bump into eachother someday! lol ~ Erin

Hi, I am 48 years old. I have four children all grown and out of the house. I am looking to become an LPN and later an RN. I am really uncomfortable about my age, since I would imagine I would be with much younger students. I was a SAHM and haven't been out in the work force or at school in a long time. I am really feeling funny about going to school with such young student like I said. I don't want to stick out and , well I guess I'm not self assured.... Anyway, could anyone help me with advice, or let me know if maybe there are "ANY" alittle bit older students you've ever seen? I have wanted to be a nurse all my life and I want to make that dream come true. My uncle became an RN at 67 ... but I haven't really discussed my question with him since he lives far away and all.... Any advice would really help.... And thanks also ...