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  1. Just took the nclex.. shut off at 75.. not sure what to think??? Had 2 pharm q's that i've never even seen before and I have a master of science degree in basic medical sciences lol Anyways, do we...
  2. Books??

    any of you seasoned veterans in the CTICU know of any good ICU pharmacology books for a new grad like me working in CTICU?? any other helpful resources or books??? Thanks
  3. journals??

    Anyone recommend a good ICU journal to subscribe to?? I just started working in a cardiothoracic ICU with intentions of applying to crna school one day.. any good journals out there?
  4. GRE.. pointless exam??

    hey Brooke, do you know all of the schools who dont take GRE's for crna????let me know if you have a list of schools!! thanks alot!! I'm glad you agree with my statement! good luck!
  5. Books??

    any kind either take home or use at work.. something specific for cardiac
  6. Hello I'm a new grad and RN in a CTICU. IS it ok if I take PALS before ACLS??? PALS isn't offered as much as ACLS so I'd like to take it in sept before I take ACLS in late fall. Thanks
  7. Hello.. just graduated couple mos ago from nursing school BSN. I just started orientation on a busy CTICU.. Is it normal to feel a little overwhelmed at 1st>????
  8. BS + ADN chances?

    How many crna schools will accept a candidate w/o a BSN degree????? I was in the same situation because I have a previous BS in physiology and I have a MS in basic medical sciences. I decided to do...
  9. Does anyone agree that a BS in physiology degree is a little more tough than the traditional 4 yr BSN degree and Associates degree???? As far as types of classes taken and amount of material learned....
  10. An Answer Will Save Me......

    If I were you I wouldn't do an accelerated BSN if you already have a nursing degree. Waste of time and $. I would just maybe retake a few of the courses needed as prereq's for crna school that you...
  11. which program GRE NOT Required!?

    Hello, just wanted to clarify since i live in michigan and will apply next yr to crna school that every school in michigan wants the GRE taken except oakland university. You don't need the GRE at...
  12. results

    is it possible to get results today if I took the nclex tuesday morning?? I live in michigan.. i'm not sure i can wait another day....
  13. Is there such thing as 15 experimental q's on the nclex ??
  14. All CRNAs need to READ this

    Although I'm not a CRNA, I would like to comment on a few things about this topic at hand. I just graduated from a 12 month BSN program and now I'm working in a CTICU at a urban medical center. I...
  15. I'm Thinking about applying to crna school this fall for fall 2008 admission... I will be a new RN this May working in the CVICU at a large, university hospital. To soon to apply?? or wait till next...
  16. Gre

    Does anyone know what other schools besides Oakland University that doesn't require the GRE before CRNA school? Also, are there any schools that don't require statistics or research methods as...
  17. MSN vs Health Science Masters

    although I'm not in CRNA school yet I do believe you should have a basic foundation of biochem and physics with all the anesthetics and gas laws. I myself prefer the MS in anesthesia because you get...
  18. So I have taken a total of 4 semesters worth of biochemistry and organic chemistry in my 1st degree (physiology). I also took 2 labs with my organics. Does anyone know if CRNA schools will accept a...
  19. Hey there, I'll be finishing the 2nd degree BSN program at Oakland University in Michigan this April. I have 2 previous degrees one a BS in physiology and the other a MS in basic medical sciences. The...
  20. Ok so i have a BS degree in physiology and a MS degree in basic medical sciences. There was one irrelevant class i took in my masters (toxicology) that i did poorly in.. meaning i got below a 2.5...
  21. Hi, I will have my BSN in May from a 2nd degree 12 month accelerated program. I have 2 previous degrees, one being a Bachelor of Science in physiology and the other a Master of Science in basic...
  22. Ok, I know this question has been asked a million times..... I'm graduating this May from nursing school and I'm looking at either the CVICU or the SICU to work in. I have been offered 2 CVICU jobs so...
  23. Hello, If it was me I would take the CICU step down position. You will get more experiences with lines, drips, and ventilators. When you get out of nursing school you will be able to get into the...
  24. Thanks for the uplifting comments!! you made my day!! Most people on here are usually negative!! Wish you the best!! have a great week!!
  25. I dont appreciate your comments about me. You don't even know who I am so who are you to judge me. No offense, but I'm confident I will get into CRNA school and I have a CVICU job at a university...