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    Took the test today with 80 questions!!!!

    Courtney Nurse Writer posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    So I took my NCLEX RN today and stoped at 80 questions. I know they say not to freak out based on the number of questions you got but I have not heard of anyone getting 80 questions. I have heard like...
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    Any new Austin Community College grads?

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to candiam's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi there, sorry this is a little late....err really late! :) Are you doing the online or onsight? I was onsight and it was a really big challenge. The teachers are so wonderful but the notes were a...
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    ranking of tx nursing schools?

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to tea_leaf's topic in Texas Nursing

    What about Austin Community College? Thats where I went, its only an ADN and I will go for my BSN but its such a great start with affordable classes, and they give you great
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    Took the test today with 80 questions!!!!

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Courtney Nurse Writer's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Took my test Monday at 8am. The wait was absolutely terrible, I kept thinking about all the different questions that I got wrong, and felt so nauseated, and so depressed. But low and behold I...
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    Took the test today with 80 questions!!!!

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Courtney Nurse Writer's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I just found out that I passed the NCLEX!!!!!! I cannot believe it. I am still stunned and I am so very happy. Thank you to everyone for giving strong vibes and
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    Took the test today with 80 questions!!!!

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Courtney Nurse Writer's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yeah that kinda sounds like my test, though I think I only got like 3 SATA thank goodness cause I hate those, though some people say those are the easiest!! I think they are crazy. Good luck to
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    took nclex rn friday

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to jomaezelle's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    where do you live? In some states they do the early results. Otherwise I have no idea how long it would take. I got alot of prioritization, med questions about 3 SATA no med calcs, I got 80 quesitons....
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    Took the test today with 80 questions!!!!

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Courtney Nurse Writer's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    ok I see ya there. My bad. Please accept my apology. Guess I got a little defensive. I myself am just having a panic
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    Took the test today with 80 questions!!!!

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Courtney Nurse Writer's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wow that is really mean. Some people are just really freakin out b/c this is such a big test, and causes a lot of people anxiety. They come to this site looking for support and kind words. If you...
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    Help with Nursing Interventions

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Alero69123's topic in General Students

    I think you should maybe use another diagnosis than disturbed body image if you are wanting her to eat in dinning room, are you worried about her nutrition or just her thoughts about herself? Some...
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    I failed my clinical on Monday

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to iceangelred86's topic in General Students

    Hmm, I am confused, and I am not trying to make you feel bad, but we I have been taught is that you give insulin with meals, meaning that if the insulin is scheduled @ 7am and breakfast gets there @...
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    Nursing Process Paper- pediatric "risk for" diagnosis- PLEASE HELP!

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to sblivefree's topic in General Students

    Nursing care plans suck. Objective data is something that is demonstrated, so I suppose that diet could be subjective (are you in clinicals or is this a case study) I don't know if that is a NANDA...
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    My First Nursing Final

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to thatindiangurl's topic in General Students

    The HESI is usually an exit exam. It is kinda like the NCLEX it tells you your "likely hood" of passing the NCLEX. Get a good NCLEX book and review it. It shouldn't be over anything that you have not...
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    Austin Community College (ACC)

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to FilipinOOO's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hello, They have hired on more teachers and so the waiting list is alot shorter. I am in my final semester, graduate next week woot woot! and when I first applied it took 2 years b/4 I got in. The...
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    Student Loans :-(

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to May2009's topic in General Students

    I too have a butt load of loans. I think its hard for a nursing student to work and make good grades. I completely applaud those that do however find the time to do that (especially those with kids)....
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    Failing a student when not receving a failing grade?

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Nurse 2009's topic in General Students

    We get out clinical grades as an S or a U. I have heard many students getting kicked out of the program from the clinicals, but they have all been legitimate reasons. I am not sure if they are passing...
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    Private Student Loans....??

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to ~FutureNurse~'s topic in General Students

    I use Chase private education loan. I think the web is http://www.chaseprivateed.com I
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    HESI EXit

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to gooffy's topic in General Students

    Hmm, I took the HESI exit exam a couple months ago. I don't really remember most the question topics (I had a test that same week), but I think that if you get an NCLEX study guide and review it,...
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    Working 7p-7a

    Courtney Nurse Writer posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hello everyone! I am going to be working as a GN @ my hospitals 7p-7a. Of course I will do my training in the morning, and then starting this completley different schedule than I am used to, so I am a...
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    Working 7p-7a

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Courtney Nurse Writer's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Great thank you so much for the advice! This makes me feel alot better about the situation!
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    Should I be worried?

    Courtney Nurse Writer posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ok so I went to an interview on Teusday with the hospital that I wanted and the floor that I wanted. So I called the director as well as e-mailed her that I accept her job offer and am so excited to...
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    What happens when you stop taking steroids abruptly?

    Courtney Nurse Writer posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I was wondering what the main reason is for someone to not abruptly stop taking steroids. I have looked it up and in most places it just gives it to me in basic public understanding terms. Any help is...
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    What happens when you stop taking steroids abruptly?

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to Courtney Nurse Writer's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hey thanks
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    Cushing's Disease!!!!!!

    Courtney Nurse Writer posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I am just alittle confused w/ cushing's disease. I am doing a case study about it and want to make sure that I got it right. W/ cushing's from an adenoma of the pituitary, it causes the pituitary...
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    How difficult is ACC ADN program and Texas Tech 2nd Degree program?

    Courtney Nurse Writer replied to taffy48's topic in Texas Nursing

    I don't know about the ACC online track but I am currently in my final semester with ACC, and it has been very time demanding. It is very intense but will be soooo worth it in the end. From the 1st...