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  1. I PASSED

    kcochrane replied to Ximena2008's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That is so

  2. my kaplan scores are LOW!!! HELP

    kcochrane replied to kalop's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Keep answering questions and keep studying the rationales. If a subject just doesn't click for you, do a quick overview. Go back and study the decision tree for Kaplan too. I took my labs and some...

  3. I just finished NCLEX

    kcochrane replied to sayang87's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Oh heck..I just read my note and forgot to add...I passed! I guess I'm in

  4. I just finished NCLEX

    kcochrane replied to sayang87's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ok, so the good popup worked for me. When they say 48 hours, they meant it. I think it was 48 hours to the dot of when I was scheduled to take it. Keep me posted on how you do.

  5. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    kcochrane replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just found out...I'm on the BON list for RN. So for me it worked. Good luck to everyone else

  6. I just finished NCLEX

    kcochrane replied to sayang87's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Luckily yes. I was hoping to see something on the BON today. But no luck. Isn't this driving you mad. I have to work a 12 hour shift tomorrow, but my husband is off. I think I'll have him check...

  7. I just finished NCLEX

    kcochrane replied to sayang87's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I feel the same way. Did my yesterday..many meds. I got the good popup, but nothing so far on the BON. Driving me crazy. Wishing the best for

  8. NCLEX 3/2/10 w/ average Kaplan scores ...

    kcochrane replied to Heather424's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good luck...I took my yesterday. I think the waiting is worse than the

  9. SATA---Select all that apply grading?? advice??

    kcochrane replied to nursingstudentstill's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I had quite a few on mine. Computer shut off at 75 and I know I had at least 6 of those questions. Don't know if I passed yet. Not sure how they are graded though. I thought it was all or nothing,...

  10. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    kcochrane replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I tried it and I got the good popup only hours after taking the test. Shutoff at 75. I'll let you know when I find out if it

  11. new job/vacation...advice?

    kcochrane replied to sweetieann's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, I wouldn't mention it until you get an offer. Many times that is the negotiating time (salary, vacation, etc.)

  12. ugh,,,very discouraged

    kcochrane replied to dcRn2b's topic in General Students

    Look at this way, you can redeem yourself. This isn't the end and you aren't the only one to screw up a med pass. You WILL do better next time.

  13. want to know nursing schools without lottery system

    kcochrane replied to queensqueen's topic in General Nursing

    Forgot to add... Monroe Community College in Rochester, NY is all point based. No

  14. want to know nursing schools without lottery system

    kcochrane replied to queensqueen's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.discovernursing.com/nursing-programs-without-waiting-lists Try this

  15. LPN entrance exam in New York

    kcochrane replied to momtomany's topic in New York Nursing

    I took it at age 42 and did well for someone out of school as long as I was. I took it here is upstate NY at BOCES also. It was basic math with %, ratios, etc. Basic English with comprehension...

  16. SALARY QUESTIONS!!!!!!!

    kcochrane replied to chaquana's topic in General Nursing

    In upstate NY, new grads start at $20.50 to $22.50/hr. Some places pay $1/hr or so more if you have a

  17. LPN outlook

    kcochrane replied to loved84's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm in upstate NY and we still have a few LPNs in the hospital setting. There used to be a lot more before the economy got worse. Now they have their pick of GNs. But I'm sure that will improve...

  18. Does any one know the answer to this??

    kcochrane replied to Pinkpea11's topic in General Nursing

    you would have to stay away from iced tea since it inhibits the absortion of iron along with the diurese problem mentioned above. i did find this: and this: honestly my answer would have been the...

  19. I need advice with a personal issue...

    kcochrane replied to lina.561's topic in General Nursing

    How about working as a CNA during the day and taking your prereqs online through a CC (community college) for your RN? That way you can be at home while working on your RN. By the time you get done...

  20. jUST took NCLEX 1 HR AGO

    kcochrane replied to skny's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    A lady in one of my training classes for work got 265 and thought she failed..but she did pass. Best wishes for you.

  21. LPN outlook

    kcochrane replied to loved84's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I was a LPN for five years. During those five years I able to go to school and get my RN. I'm glad I went that route. And yes I also got the "why didn't you just go for your RN?". Some don't...

  22. How does the waiting list work?

    kcochrane replied to computer101's topic in General Students

    At my college if you were 10 and under you had a pretty good chance of getting in. But yes, 5 people would have to drop out for you to get in. Keep your ears open..sometimes rumor is right and can...

  23. Possible ethical question about Clinical experience...

    kcochrane replied to Studying24.7's topic in General Students

    i have to agree with you. this might have been one night where there were issues at home. 99.9% i never use my phone except at breaks. but occasionally things happen and it would appear to others that...

  24. IV pumps make me nervous

    kcochrane replied to jollygirl098's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a LPN that just got my RN and the pumps are hard for me too. I never used them as a LPN. I think I have finally figured them out...but it took awhile. So give it time.

  25. What exactly do some people think nursing is all about???

    kcochrane replied to LoveMyDaughters's topic in General Students

    Unfortunately some of those people do make it with the same attitude. They are not fun to work with. Maybe we need to go back to the old days of hospital training when you had to do all the dirty...