TangoLima

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  1. How old is everyone?

    TangoLima posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi all, I have another question. I will be graduating with BSN in May 08 right after I turn 34. My husband is retired from the Navy but does not have a high paying civilian job, we have an 8 yo son,...

  2. Took NCLEX this morning.

    TangoLima posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    OK, so I took NCLEX-RN this morning. All my indicator tests (ATI, Kaplan) have indicated that I have 99% chance of passing first time. My test cut off after 75 questions. I thought I would be happy...

  3. Help- feeling a bit overwhellmed, I have 3 exams (finals) coming up I need your advic

    TangoLima replied to tiffany311's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The best piece of advice I ever got for Nursing School was...."Do what's next". This is how I got through. Hopefully you have been studying all along, and you just need to refresh. So, start studying...

  4. Would you do this for a job..

    TangoLima replied to emndarmic's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I agree that your job choice shouldn't be made solely on money. However, we all have to make ends meet, so you can't lie to yourself and say money doesn't make a difference. Think about what your end...

  5. Overcoming NCLEX test anxiety...

    TangoLima replied to Jocee82's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Took NCLEX this morning. I don't usually have a huge problem with test anxiety, but I still was a little nervous. Nothing bad, just some butterflies. I did whatever I wanted to do yesterday (watch TV,...

  6. Math - when do you round?

    TangoLima replied to luvHim's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just took NCLEX today, had 2 math problems, both questions told me how to

  7. How soon should i start applying for jobs

    TangoLima replied to lulu997RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    There is a lot that goes into it. Does your state allow you to practice as a GN? Also, some hospitals will not hire you as a GN even if your state allows it. It is really up to the hospital. My #1...

  8. Drug test + for PCP?!?!

    TangoLima replied to Eirene's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Did they ask what medications you were taking before they administered the drug test? When I had mine, they asked me to list all the meds I was on. I take meds for ADD, so they said if it showed up...

  9. Pulse ox reading on same hand during mechnical BP reading??

    TangoLima replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    I never really thought anything about taking BP and SpO2 in same arm. So, thanks for enlightening me. I will be more aware

  10. Hiring procedures

    TangoLima replied to Jerzy Girl's topic in First Year After Licensure

    If you are not selected for the job, you should receive a denial letter. I hate those! But, I would not wait too long before following up on the interview. 12 days is sufficient time for you to...

  11. How close is Kaplan to NCLEX?

    TangoLima posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the Kaplan and have been working diligently on their trainers and Qbank. Have scored anywhere from 64% to 78%. I was wondering from those who have also taken the Kaplan how close of a...

  12. Reading Help!

    TangoLima replied to RN2010LW's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I'm usually OK with reading and retaining general information. It's harder for me to listen to lectures and retain. I started my program reading EVERYTHING I could, and I do recommend trying to keep...

  13. Crying at pinning...

    TangoLima replied to NFB2008's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I didn't cry at pinning, but I did cry at graduation. I knew I would. Pomp & Circumstance always makes me cry. It's a good feeling, though. The culmination of so much work. Enjoy the

  14. Kaplan question about sickle cell anemia

    TangoLima replied to DisneyNurse18's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    In Sickle Cell, the cells are not sickled all the time, but sickle in response to some sort of stress. One of the major stressors leading to sickling is dehydration. When the cells are dehydrated,...

  15. Update to "I thought it would be easier to get a job"

    TangoLima posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    The short version is that I accepted a job offer today on a Med/Surg Telemetry floor. The long version goes back to my original post where I put in numerous applications without getting the first...

  16. Does anyone ever feel confident going into NCLEX?

    TangoLima posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I was just wondering if anyone ever felt OK about taking the NCLEX. I have done well on all my indicator tests. I took the final ATI and the Kaplan diagnostic and readiness tests. All said I have 99%...

  17. Does anyone ever feel confident going into NCLEX?

    TangoLima replied to TangoLima's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm not sure what the ERI is. As for ATI....our school used this company to assess our progress throughout NS to see if we were on track for passing the NCLEX. It gives NCLEX-like questions and then...

  18. Scrub dresses...what are they for?

    TangoLima replied to Ehope's topic in General Students

    Of all the things to be picky about, I can't imagine why a school would care if you are/aren't wearing stockings under your scrubs. I would hate that. How uncomfortable! Well, it's only for a couple...

  19. NClEX day from hell...

    TangoLima replied to Nurse122705's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    OMG, sounds like something that would happen to me. :chuckle I'm dying to hear how you did. Sounds like you did fine despite all that! Good luck.

  20. How do I look for jobs outside of my city?

    TangoLima replied to natrgrrl's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Do a Google search for hospitals in the city you want to work in. For instance, for hospitals in Atlanta, do a search on "Atlanta hospitals". It should bring up a number of hospitals in the city....

  21. Need help from an experienced Grad on Ethical Dilemma

    TangoLima replied to mlee9985's topic in First Year After Licensure

    There are so many issues you could do a paper on. Just some that come to mind quickly are: - Abortion - Genetics testing - Blood transfusions - Euthanasia/Right to die - Organ transplantation -...

  22. Does anyone ever feel confident going into NCLEX?

    TangoLima replied to TangoLima's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree with you. If it goes past 75, then I will probably start worrying and lose my concentration. I just have to go in there thinking I will get all 265 and if I leave any sooner, it will be a...

  23. Are reading journals also helpful for NCLEX???

    TangoLima replied to sweetrainbowcak3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You need to focus on practicing questions. You just need to get into that mindset and learn HOW to answer the questions. I just took the Kaplan course, and it became clear to me that taking the NCLEX...

  24. lab values

    TangoLima replied to LyndseyER's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't have any easy way, so if anyone has any ideas I would also be eager to know. I am a visual person, so what I do is write them all down and look for similarities. Like, normal values for...

  25. 3 hours of studying per class hour???

    TangoLima replied to nurturer's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Don* said this perfectly. You will have to determine how much time you have to study. Personally, I did spend a lot of time studying, but probably not 3 hours per hour of lecture. I'm the kind of...