Tina1968

Tina1968 has 2 years experience and specializes in OrthoRehab/Med-Surg.

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1. Compassion or reality for obese patients?

   Tina1968 replied to stefanyjoy's topic in General Nursing

   Obviously someone that destroys their body, whether it be with drugs, alcohol, food or food deprivation has emotional issues. Anyone with mental illness deserves compassion. This is not rocket...

2. Compassion or reality for obese patients?

   Tina1968 replied to stefanyjoy's topic in General Nursing

   Obesity is a very sensitive issue because it is an outward reflection of a type of mental illness. I truly believe that just as alcoholism or drug addiction is a form of mental illness (self...

3. What did you struggle with most in nursing school?

   Tina1968 replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in General Students

   Above all else, get yourself some very good NCLEX review books/software such as Saunders or Lippincott and do your practice questions EVERYDAY, at least 20-40. This will help to prepare your mindset...

4. First job in LTC

   Tina1968 replied to Short-Stuff 23's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   Hey 22! I am just finishing up my ASN and working as a tech at an LTC (brand new job). I have to say that I love my job, the other techs and nurses have all been so supportive and welcoming. Most of...

5. The best nursing advice you've ever received

   Tina1968 replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

   My first semester clinical instructor told me: 1. Walk into the patient's room like you own it, your patient will take comfort in your confidence. 2. Document everything immediately because if you do...

6. So excited about end of 1st clinical rotation...what's next?

   Tina1968 replied to Tina1968's topic in General Students

   Thank you for responding! I totally agree, I'm feeling so great falling into a routine with care of pts and comfortable with performing clinical skills and BOOM: 2 months off. Most people would love...

7. So excited about end of 1st clinical rotation...what's next?

   Tina1968 replied to Tina1968's topic in General Students

   Thank you for responding! We did OB/maternity rotation this semester and I know we are scheduled to do peds and psych next semester. How was peds, I'm a little nervous about that one. I have two...

8. So excited about end of 1st clinical rotation...what's next?

   Tina1968 posted a topic in General Students

   Our first clinical rotation is coming to a close, and I'm excited about Fall, not sure what to expect. I know we have a pediatric rotation coming up, but just wondering what else is in store...more...

9. Older Nursing students

   Tina1968 replied to MarieD's topic in General Students

   Hi Marie, I am 41. I will be 42 when I graduate with my ADN, and I intend on continuing to MSN. You're never too old and I believe that you are exactly where God wants you to be, no matter what your...

10. Student Resources: Narrative Head-to-Toe Assessment

    Tina1968 replied to VickyRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I am a first semester nursing student and this is really helpful, thank

11. Don't know what to do. I just CAN'T. TAKE. THIS. ANYMORE...........

    Tina1968 replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know if you've already accessed this avenue yet, but what about your nursing profs or clinical instructors from school, can they point you in a new direction? Have you considered LTC, home...

12. ER nurse entering uncharted waters tomorrow....I'm being induced!

    Tina1968 replied to ND76's topic in Ob/Gyn

    My only advice is to try to relax, let the nurses take care of you, they're wonderful, and try to enjoy the experience as much as possible because it is the most surreal, most incredible, most...

13. Very depressed & q for older students

    Tina1968 replied to Christine43's topic in General Students

    I am 41 and just began my clinicals, will be 42 when I graduate. I have two little ones, work part time and it's a juggle, but definately worth all the effort! Hang in there, you can do it! My...

14. Going from psych to med/surg or another specialty

    Tina1968 replied to Guest321574's topic in General Nursing

    I am in psych/home care. I am just starting my clinicals now and I know exactly how you feel. I love working in the dynamic I'm in now, however I yearn for med/nursing practice as well! I can not...

15. Bsn degree vs. Physician assistant certification/licensure??

    Tina1968 replied to KAzurinM.Twin1's topic in General Nursing

    What are the differences between a nurse practitioner and a physician's