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  1. Mine was Chemistry and the neuro system. I hope you do well on your upcoming test. I will pray for
  2. I would say take the Micro as soon as you can. Since you can't take it 1st semester, I would definitely take it second semester . I don't know how your school program is, but it does get harder the...
  3. Focused Assessment

    It depends on if you have to assess the abd or cardiac
  4. Where to Start

    Hospital unit
  5. Where to Start

    Apply for a reception or HUC position, that's how I got my foot in the
  6. need advice in relation to clinical instructor

    Boy does this sound familiar. I just finished clinicals with the same type of instructor. I tried to lay low, and when I wasn't able to, I would take her criticism and told her I would improve on...
  7. Frustrated with NS

    I have experienced this throughout most of my schooling, and I will be in my final semester in May. This is fine, due to me being a visual learner and I learn much better by myself. I do say that...
  8. Almost the end of the semester and I would rather...

    I completely understand how you feel. I am in my last week of classes for this semester, and all I have left to take is the ATI's. I am so tired and I really need a vacation. For me, I start my...
  9. How Does One Become a "Tech"?

    Our hospital requires you have a CNA in order to be a patient care tech. I was able to become a nurse tech, once I was within the last year of nursing
  10. Focused Assessment

    Well, did the instructor say on which part of the body or what the focus was supposed to be on? Usually in a focused assessment you zoom in on what the problem area is. Have you been shown how to do...
  11. I sat down with my husband and laid it on the line. I told him he would be a single dad for 2 years (we had a 3 year old and 8 month old at the time). I explained that the house cleaning would be...
  12. Just burnt out

    Dark, oh my gosh, I felt like you were in my head. I am in the exact same rut right now. I am in my 4th semester, and OB is impossible at this moment. I am due to graduate in August, but I feel...
  13. Bryant Stratton questions

    I think you need a 40% or above, but not completely positive about
  14. Bryant & Stratton College

    Bree, I apologize if I came off a little to harsh. Being a student at Bryant and Stratton can be difficult, due to trying to stop all the rumors that fly through. Yes, the school does have some...
  15. For those in NS/clincials

    Well I am in my 2nd to last semester right now. My schedule is as follows- Monday-off Tuesday- Clinical 8-4:30 Wednesday-Clinical 6-2:30 Thursday- all day is lectures- 9:00-5:30 Friday- Clinical...
  16. Bryant & Stratton College

  17. I am in the same boat you are in now. I am in my second to last semester of nursing school. I pulled a 4.0 the first 2 semesters. Last semester, was when the 4.0 came crashing down. So, I started...
  18. Hints on Pharmacology

    Hi All, I am starting Pharmacology this semester, and I am very nervous:no:. Can anyone please give me any hints so that it will be a little easier to get through the class. I have already read...
  19. Which class would you recommend? Please respond!!

    I would take medical terminology, it gives you a great basis to begin from. That way you aren't too lost when you start hearing all the medical jargon thrown at you in the nursing classes. But that...
  20. Where did you work or type of jobs were you

    I worked as a unit clerk, I can not tell you how much this helped me understand the medical terminology and lab values and tests that are ordered, I also worked as a CNA. I am currently working as a...
  21. Scared so very scared

    I do feel as though this is normal, it is a new endeavour you are taking on in your life. You are stepping into the realm of the unknown, that can be a very scary thing. But keep your courage and...
  22. Is nursing really a dirty job?

    Is nursing stressful, I think it can be at times. I am currently a nursing student and work in an ER. I guess it depends on what kind of nursing you want to do. But I do suppose anyone can vomit...
  23. Med Surg....... what to expect???

    Another tip is to learn what lab values/assessments u need to obtain/perform before giving certain meds. Ex. For Digoxin you have to know the apical heart rate, for Lasix we had to know the Potassium...
  24. This semester was the toughest I have had to go through. A huge roller coaster ride, to be exact. I earned a B in med/surg and pharm, and an A in pathophys. It took me awhile to get over the fact...
  25. Graduating...

    Congrats and I wish you happiness and joy in your new endeavor as a