SecondGenRN

SecondGenRN

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  1. Whats the name of this disorder?

    SecondGenRN replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    I think MagsMom is right. It sounds like some sort of problem with proprioception...not sure what the actual disorder would be though,

  2. Whats the name of this disorder?

    SecondGenRN replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    HAHAHA. I don't think this one is very rare though

  3. Nurses, what do u do on ur day off?

    SecondGenRN replied to love-d-OR's topic in General Nursing

    well Im now in my final semester of the 4 year program and am really hoping to be able to join the women's hockey league next fall... I was thinking the same as you... nursing seems to be my only...

  4. Alcoholism: disease or choice?

    SecondGenRN replied to HonestRN's topic in Addictions

    I have to disagree on this one... alcoholism is the disease of being (mentally/physically) dependent on alcohol you remain an alcoholic after quitting drinking people have the disease whether or not...

  5. Bluetooth Headsets

    SecondGenRN replied to pumpkin92356's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The same was thought of people who bought cell phones when they first came out... I think they will become (almost) as commonplace as the phones themselves. I have one but I only use it in the car, I...

  6. Gay male nurse stereotype?

    SecondGenRN replied to greygooseuria's topic in Male Nursing Students

    My brother said he would have liked to have been a nurse had it not been for the negative stereotypes attached to men in nursing... he also suggested a title change as a way to draw more men into...

  7. Nursing School Bloopers

    SecondGenRN replied to Jabber964's topic in Nursing Humor

    The first time I had to take a clean urine specimen from a cath bag was awful! I had never even touched a catheter bag in my life and my (very intimidating) instructor stood over me and told me to...

  8. Best Lotion for cracked hands?

    SecondGenRN replied to austin9104's topic in General Nursing

    I like Aveeno and

  9. Don't Rain On My Parade ....2009 Grads

    SecondGenRN replied to AnalegnaRN's topic in General Students

    I just finished semester 7 of an 8 semester BSN program... Starting the final semester in september and can't wait!!! I'm almost scared to get too excited though!!! I'll be done classes in Dec 2008...

  10. Doctor's office and "nurses"

    SecondGenRN replied to stunt's topic in General Nursing

    I know a girl who took the lab tech course... the whole family threw her a party to congratulate her on becoming a

  11. CRNE prep courses in Toronto

    SecondGenRN replied to thefirststep's topic in International Nursing

    after you review your CRNE prep guide, CNA has a practice test that you can take online (about $65) when you complete it, it gives you a score as well as scores for each section so you know what you...

  12. Advice for student?

    SecondGenRN replied to SecondGenRN's topic in Correctional

    Nothing?

  13. Where to buy CRNE prep books in the Philippines?

    SecondGenRN replied to thistle23's topic in International Nursing

    Hey there, I bought the CRNE prep guide from the CNA website Also "Mosby's Comprehensive review of Nursing" and "Mosby's prep guide for the Canadian RN exam" are both available online at Amazon.ca...

  14. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    SecondGenRN replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    500cc/24 hours = 21cc/hr 21cc/ 60min = 0.35cc/min 0.35cc x 60gtt/cc = 21gtt / minute drip rate = 21 drops per minute same idea as above, this is just easier for me to

  15. Advice for student?

    SecondGenRN replied to SecondGenRN's topic in Correctional

    Well I guess I am the first student here to do a placement in corrections as well. The placement coordinator said they have to draw up a new contract and everything which is great for me! I'm really...

  16. Work all night -School during the day, can it be done?

    SecondGenRN replied to myty23's topic in General Nursing

    yes its doable... I've done it and it SUCKS!!! I'm starting my last semester and am finally giving in and applying for a loan.... don't do it if its in any way avoidable.... if it is unfortunately...

  17. Ugh- online class

    SecondGenRN replied to DreamyEyes's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow that doesn't sound like a very good setup! Sorry to hear about the

  18. Ugh- online class

    SecondGenRN replied to DreamyEyes's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    any time the site is down for maintenance, there are notices sent in advance. Also it would be very unlikely that the site is down for 2 days for

  19. Ugh- online class

    SecondGenRN replied to DreamyEyes's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm taking online classes this summer too and I've actually had the website be down when I had assignments due! (all assignments sent via webmail). I know it's so frustrating when that happens! I...

  20. things friends/neighbors have asked you "because you are a nurse"

    SecondGenRN replied to aloevera's topic in General Nursing

    I've been asked to assess, diagnose, and suggest treament for a co-worker's foot ulcer!!! I'm not EVEN a nurse! I'm a STUDENT! People make me

  21. I can't cath to save my life!

    SecondGenRN replied to espritjolieRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am a student and have FINALLY got this catheter thing down lol for men here we use sterile 2% xylocaine gel, you use the entire tube(I've even had an order for 2 tubes!) so I really don't think you...

  22. What was the hardest skill for you to learn?

    SecondGenRN replied to FutureNurse33702's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    ignore my

  23. 2008J June CRNE

    SecondGenRN replied to liton's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    Thank's so much for the websites:) I'll be using them on my month off in

  24. Do You Want Universal Healthcare?

    SecondGenRN replied to DanFNP's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Well although I LOVE our healthcare system, I have to disagree on this one. There are people who abuse the system (2am ambulance ride for a earrache x 3 weeks for example). I would just rather deal...

  25. Do You Want Universal Healthcare?

    SecondGenRN replied to DanFNP's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I've stated my OPINION, we disagree. I will not argue with people whether it be online or in person. What you're intending is, in fact, an argument, not a