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  1. Why are RN's so fat!

    allthingsbright replied to MoriahRoseRN's topic in General Nursing

    I just read that by 2010, 82% of Americans will be fat. So, I think American RN's just represent a trend in our society. I wonder if RN's in other countries are particularly fat? This future RN is on...

  2. first 2 days of clinicals eye opener :(

    allthingsbright replied to soon_2Bnurse's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think the initial "shock" of nursing is normal--I know my first clinical rotation gave me a huge reality check. It was hard but really opened my eyes! IMHO, you don't need to rethink your career...

  3. Student looking busy

    allthingsbright replied to OnTheRoad's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Look up OB meds in a med book when you se them being given--memorize side effects and nursing interventions Bring a pocket book on OB and read it when not busy--look up any procedures, etc (I like the...

  4. Wait list for KC area nursing programs

    allthingsbright replied to Medic74's topic in General Nursing

    I am in the program at PVCC and spoke in Dec. to a department head and the freshman instructor who said that the spring class had 10 seats open and ready to be filled, but there were no applicants who...

  5. Guillotine amputation

    allthingsbright replied to Achoo!'s topic in General Students

    Oh. my. goodness. More impressive is that it didn't totally freak you out. Dear God, may I never see a guillotine amputation. Thank

  6. Did You Guys Pay Too Much Tuition Too?

    allthingsbright replied to lookingforward's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That is WAY too much--my RN program will cost me under 10,000. Oh

  7. Just a little advice for SN's in clincials...

    allthingsbright replied to Antikigirl's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Oh my goodness... I am so sorry that happened. I hope I don't ever come across that way to nurses. Thanks for the heads up and I will keep that in

  8. How Old is Too Old

    allthingsbright replied to gdsgrl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You're never TOO old to learn and help others! You bring wisdom and experience to the practice and I think it's great you are living your dream. There are many people over 40 and several over 50...

  9. OB T-shirt slogans?

    allthingsbright replied to JoniL&DRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    In school, for OB finals, we used "Meconium Happens!" Everyone LOVED it!!!! Even the instructors wore these--now for business, I don't know?? It depends on how loosey-goosey things are where YOU work!...

  10. Psych care plans?

    allthingsbright replied to southernatheart's topic in General Students

    I used an excellent book and would not have made it through psyche clinicals w/out it: TOWNSEND ISBN #0803611668 NURSING DIAGNOSES IN PSYCHIATRIC NURSING Price Compare ISBN 0803611668 Nursing...

  11. Does everyone feel overwhelmed when they start nursing school?

    allthingsbright replied to tsmith9031's topic in General Students

    I feel overwhelmed at the beginning of each semester. This time (I am a junior) I am just going to do my reading ahead of time and try not to stress so much. It doesnt help things! Stay on top of the...

  12. If you had to do it over again, would you?

    allthingsbright replied to stillpressingon's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I agree. Do the route that will get you through a program as quickly as possible so you can start earning $$. Waiting 2-3 years to get into school will cost you financially and it is very emotionally...

  13. Help !Schools mistake cost me clinical seat starting Jan. 8!

    allthingsbright replied to ontocrna's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Another thing going for you is that there will probably be accepted students who are dropped for non-payemt or who drop for other reasons. Surely a spot will open up. Be persistent and make daily...

  14. Anatomy Jitters...

    allthingsbright replied to NewCareer78's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A&P is challenging--my best advice is to study it every day. There is lots of memorization involved, so get flashcards and use them! Just stay on top of your studies and you will do fine. I...

  15. The most horrible things instuctor's say...

    allthingsbright replied to CyndieRN2007's topic in First Year After Licensure

    OMG! Too funny...I bet we WILL see. Ugh.

  16. Who is studying for finals?!

    allthingsbright replied to moonischasingme1's topic in General Students

    I finish clinical up tomorrow, have an all day presentation day Monday, then finals wens (MH), thurs (M/S) and friday (OB). I am so fried right now... Right now I am doing HOURS of final paperwork for...

  17. Question for Penn Valley RN students

    allthingsbright replied to 4jen's topic in General Nursing

    Hye Jen, Yes, it is self taught at PVCC. I used Math for Nurses by Mary Jo Boyer and it helped me a lot. You will get more guidance from the faculty in class, but just know that it IS doable and don't...

  18. Would reapplying to a nursing school be frowned on?

    allthingsbright replied to jlhalloween's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I moved after my first semester, came back a year and a half later and my school put me right back in the program. Lots of people do it--stop beating yourself up about it and go for it!

  19. Has this happened to anyone else?

    allthingsbright posted a topic in General Nursing

    Had to have an MRI today (re dizziness) and couldn't do it! The minute I got in the tube I had a panic attack of sorts-rapid breathing, couldn't focus my eyes, etc. It was horrid. The techs were great...

  20. Do you really drop a letter grade?

    allthingsbright replied to tanner523's topic in General Students

    It depends on what you are taking--I have three classes and two clinical rotations--and I have an A (92%) and two B's right now (and my B's are both 90%'s)--I am normally an A-B student. I work my...

  21. I don't get the MA deal...

    allthingsbright posted a topic in General Nursing

    Was at my kid's school today and asked the chick in the nurse's office if she is a "nurse." She said yes--I asked what degree she had (just wondering if she was an LPN or RN as I am thinking about...

  22. Has this happened to anyone else?

    allthingsbright replied to allthingsbright's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks guys... It was nice to hear I am not alone--although I am sorry other people have gone through this too--it IS nerve racking for some of

  23. I don't get the MA deal...

    allthingsbright replied to allthingsbright's topic in General Nursing

    Oh wow, you guys. I had no idea this was such a big deal! I also wasn't sure it was illegal--thanks for setting me straight. I guess I just didn't think of it as impersonation... As for working under...

  24. What is your passing percentile?

    allthingsbright replied to Achoo!'s topic in General Students

    Ours is 75% no rounding, but they just bumped it up to 80% for incoming freshman. Than includes finals-it doesnt matter what grade you have going into finals, if you dont get a 75 or above ON THE...

  25. help please....care plan request......

    allthingsbright replied to yatyu's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    thanks for the info, daytonite. you are throrough, as always.