Grindin26

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  1. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    VEEB credits, don't actually transfer anywhere. They just have agreements with certain schools to be articulated into their respective programs, if you meet certain requirements. My advice to you is...

  2. Need Advice On Wife

    Grindin26 replied to prthd's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I already see where the issue stems from. It's definitely the study group thing, especially if it's late at night. If I were you I'd ditch the study group to ease my partner's mind. But on the other...

  3. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Oh ya another piece of advice for you guys, don't count on getting into Helene Fuld for November after you graduate. My biggest complaint about VEEB is their inability to get things done in a timely...

  4. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

  5. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    I would have to say the trick to Pharm is knowing the suffixes, find a cliff notes style book on pharm and run with it. Do it day by day, and make it stick. You can try and cram, but thats a 50/50...

  6. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    I thought it was obvious enough who I was. How are the girls from our section treating you now adays? I saw you, you were putting in work.

  7. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Thats pretty cool you guys are sticking together. I ended being the only Filipino in my section, and the other section had 3 females, but they thought I was a snob cuz I didn't say "hi" back when one...

  8. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Just found out I passed the boards, got stopped at 85 questions, ended up getting about 10 select all that apply questions and no dosage calculations. Got hit with a good amount of pharmacology,...

  9. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Beds baths aren't too bad, they're hit or miss if you know what I mean. :chuckle 2nd semester depending on where they place you, you may be doing 1-2/day. If you're trying to avoid them, play your...

  10. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Clinicals are the best part, it's probably where you'll make your closest friends and possibly enemies. Most of the instructors are up for a good laugh and they're very knowledgeable. The drug cards...

  11. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    As far as study tips; This is personally what worked for me. Take the texts or google searches and use them to verify the notes you took in class. Once you verify the accuracy of your notes, just keep...

  12. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Glad to see Human Dev hasn't changed a bit even with a new instructor. Trust me youll appreciate the questions once the boards roll around, they're very similar if not tougher than the practice...

  13. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    LMAO... gotta love her. 5 hours a day? Don't sweat it, honestly you're better off studying your modules for an hour a day and looking at the diagrams in the books. VEEB is formatted to allow...

  14. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Thanks again guys! As far as the first day, its basically all handouts, and the notes are light, and they'll collect a couple of the summer assignments. If you don't have them that day, no biggie,...

  15. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    It's all over now, its been 1 big celebration since the last final on wed. It was a great ride, made some terrific friends, and soon I can start a career. Definitely aim high on every quiz, if you...

  16. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Ya the closest LIRR stop is Hempstead, then either Taxi ($5-7 + tip) or Bus if you're lucky. The commute is extremely time consuming and expensive, and if you're late for one leg, you may be stranded...

  17. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Just like you guys I thought Id be in a predicament the 1st day of class if I didn't have all the books and assignments done. Trust me when I say you wont be penalized, all the grades are testing...

  18. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Everyone enjoy your summer now, you might not next year. Well you could try, but something's gonna give...Trust me.:chuckle And maybe its the weather getting better, but I'm starting to get S/S of...

  19. Tell Me: Why Do We Need To Learn Algebra?

    Grindin26 replied to Jamielynn's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    lol... I'm surprised by some of the responses. We're talking basic algebra as far as dosage calculations are concerned. Dosage calculations will be waiting for you everyday, whether it's...

  20. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Someone post the book list (title+edition) and maybe I'll be able to better assist you. The school uses the same modules every year which translates into the same material every year. Usually the...

  21. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    It really depends on how much time you want to spend looking for the books. I spend about 3-4 hours total checking different sites and bidding on a couple of auctions. Your best bet on getting cheap...

  22. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    Somebody sent me a PM, I glanced at my inbox and suddenly had to leave. And now that I want to read it it's not there anymore. So please re-send it or just post it here since it's probably beneficial...

  23. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    I never accused you of anything. I'm simply telling you to look at both sides of the coin. Why so defensive?

  24. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    You're in Class A. Seriously though, theres like 5 guys in section II, it's not that difficult You need to relax though man, from what I've seen/heard, the "backstabbing" as you refer to it isn't...

  25. VEEB LPN Program (info request)

    Grindin26 replied to PinkDove's topic in New York Nursing

    You sure, you're the youngest? I know who you are, the parallels between your posts and real life demeanor are uncanny. :chuckle So you're saying people backstabbing you is affecting your grades? You...