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oops! Thanks traumaRUs, I didn't think about the "copyright" issue.

I'm embarrassed to post this, but need to get it out.....So, I went into the CPNRE yesterday with total confidence and walked out with none. I studied, did the prep guide x2, read up on my weaknesses and still managed to end up with a good 30 questions that I could not answer with confidence. I did so well in school yet an exam that I found to be easier than some of the school exams blew me away. I know if I fail, I can do it again, but, then my Type A personality shines through and I can't help but want to pass the first time with shining colors. I'm going to sit here for the next 5-6 weeks chewing my nails and losing sleep over this! So, if I did not pass the exam, would I still be able to practice?? I mean, I'm sure I could but if my future employer knows, they may not have confidence in me unless I prove otherwise, right? Aaaaahhh! *Breathes*

I feel completely helpless, stupid, unprepared..........it's like everything i have learned in the last 18 months, i have lost. I'm in my final preceptorship, on a day surg unit, and I just watch as i feel as though i know nothing! I know my stuff, i know what i am to do but i feel as though i know nothing! What is going on with me?? Is it performance anxiety as i know this is my final practicum? Yes, i am rusty on some skills as i haven't used them since july (IV admin) and some skills i have yet to do (catheter). I know I should've and can go to lab and practice but when do I have the time to make it there? I don't want to screw up (in front of my preceptor) and fail something that I have yet to do. I'm only into my 3rd day so really, I'm just orientating on the unit. Graduation is Monday, even though I'm not finished until February 5th, i feel as though this is a jinx. What if I don't make this practicum?? I know I can do this, but why am I sooo scared and anxious? This may sound rediculous to some of you out there, but, if anyone has felt the same way, can you just give me some advice?! (Besides studying and researching as that is what I am doing everyday!)

Could anyone give me some advice on writing a paper (in APA) on a case study? We have to write up a nursing care plan, stating 3 nursing diagnosis and choose one diagnosis to discuss. We then have to draw up a plan of care, evaluation (which we can make up) and an outcome. I have my ideas as to what i want to discuss, but, I am clueless on how to write this paper! I think I'm just thinking too much about the APA format and not about what I am going to write. If you need more info to help just let me know.....this paper is due this Friday (the 20th) and I need to get this done!

Thanks anyways! I still haven't received my grade for the paper yet..... We just finished our scenarios exam and other class mid terms and now we're waiting for more grades to come in! The fun of playin the waiting game!

Sorry, I'm not to sure which 2 meds you are talking about , as I don't see anything in your last post about kinds of meds!

Ya, I know what to do........I've been suffering from anxiety for 10 years now though and it's really hard to put aside the stubborn attitude that comes along with it ( ie: refusing to take the meds ). I guess I'm just looking for others who are in the same boat, and get an idea of what kinds of meds have good or bad reps. I want this really bad and I'm doing my best to not let anything or anyone get in my way. I've already overcome two big hurdles and I'm now just struggling with the anxiety hurdle. Thanks for the reply though!

Anyone here suffering from anxiety? I just started my first year LPN school, and it's increased my anxiety 10 fold! Dr. gave my Ciprilex......is it any good? I was taking clonazepam before bed but that does nothing for the anxiety I suffer during the school day. I always told myself that I would never take anti-depressant/anxiety meds but I have had enough and don't want it stopping me from reaching my goal. I'm just another one of those who freaks over the side effects that COULD happen. I'm already suffering enough, why would I want to suffer any more?! I know that everyone reacts differently to meds and that there is a risk taking even an aspirin for pain, but, ........Feedback is much appreciated, thanks!

Where are you going to college at? Everyone's schedule is going to be different everywhere you go. I'd show you my schedule but don't have it on the computer. Gotta love the way they cram things in !

Where are you from? Athabasca does LPN- BSN online as long as you have the prerequisites and 1700 hours work experience.

That would be awesome! It's always nice to get the extra help.......I'm still trying to tie up my homework and it's already 10 pm.......only another 1 -2 hrs. of reading and reviewing left, that's all! This is a lot more hectic than I imagined it would be but I'm enjoying every bit of it! How did you and your family cope?

Maybe not so much that they are "airheads" but clumsy or forgetful would be the better term for those they are deeming to be airheads. Some people are just so cruel and rude is the only thing that can come out of their mouths.

Ok, I have asked the difference between LPN and RN, now.......if you go all the way up the ladder to an NP, couldn't you pretty much be considered a Dr., minus the PhD?! I think that the whole PhD thing should be wiped out as nurses are doing Dr.'s jobs anyways. Yes, we would still need surgeons ( specialists ) but an NP could do that too!

I forgot to add kudos to those who took or are taking the BSN program, because I'm glad I'm taking this route instead!

I just started my PN program yesterday, and although I must say that the college I am at is such a gong show, I'm already overwhelmed by all the homework, reading, writing assignments.........! Man am I ever glad that I took chem 20 as there is a lot of chemistry stuff in AnP. Why wouldn't they have chem as prerequisite if there is going to be a lot of chem I wonder? Anyways, just had to vent as this is already frustrating, yet I'm told it will get better! Ya, how I wonder?