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  1. CPNE wound; Any advice on how to make my own.

    RNFinally12 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi, I am gathering all my tools to practice for the CPNE skills lab. I want to make my own wound, instead of putting out more money for the ones that I have seen on the internet. If anyone has...

  2. Changing RN degree to something else?? Need advice

    RNFinally12 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I feel like I have been a nursing student for life with no end in sight. I am EC student and failed my CPNE a couple of months ago. At this point, I just don't think I can do it anymore. Nursing...

  3. Changing RN degree to something else?? Need advice

    RNFinally12 replied to RNFinally12's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank you EVERYONE for the encouragement. I have been at this for 5 years. I failed my traditional nursing by a quarter of a point in my last semester. That is why I chose to do EC. I did take a...

  4. If you failed the CPNE, how long did you wait to retake it?

    RNFinally12 replied to RNFinally12's topic in Excelsior College

    Thank you for all the support. I would like this over with, but now I need to wait a while until I can get the money. I will keep you posted. Thank you

  5. If you failed the CPNE, how long did you wait to retake it?

    RNFinally12 replied to RNFinally12's topic in Excelsior College

    I did take Lynn's workshop and that it was extremely helpful. I failed the 1st PCS, because I was nervous and didn't id the patient in a timely manner. The 2nd. I did 4 comfort measures and the...

  6. Need CPNE Lab Mneumonics

    RNFinally12 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi, I have Rob's dvds and have used the majority of his mneumonics. I just need some different ones for the lab stations. I am having trouble getting them to stick in my head. Thank

  7. What meds should I know for CPNE??

    RNFinally12 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Just looking for some ideas on meds that I should become familiar with for CPNE. Thank

  8. Passed CPNE in Mansfield 9/24-9/26 with NO REPEATS!

    RNFinally12 replied to Murse901's topic in Excelsior College

    Congrats DonaldJ..!! best of luck on the

  9. What meds should I know for CPNE??

    RNFinally12 replied to RNFinally12's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank you everyone... I am just trying to remember everything from all my exams at this point and I need to stop. I just took Lynn's workshop which was amazing.. but I have to retrain myself on how I...

  10. What meds should I know for CPNE??

    RNFinally12 replied to RNFinally12's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I guess I am worried I will be asked to teach about a med and not know it off the top of my head.. should I put my worries towards something else??? Thank

  11. workshops

    RNFinally12 replied to crazywoman's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just got in last night from Lynn's workshop.. LOVED IT!!! my cpne is in a couple of weeks and while I have been studying, I have been focusing on the wrong things.. I thought I had the careplan...

  12. Vegastar is an RN!

    RNFinally12 replied to PiedPiperRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations and thank you for the help that you gave me.. i am weeks away from the CPNE.. Best of luck to

  13. FCCA Information

    RNFinally12 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Hi, I am waiting for my FCCA packet to come in the mail and am very worried. I have no idea what to expect. For those of you that have taken it, does it give you examples of how they want the...

  14. Anyone testing on 10/15 at Albany MC

    RNFinally12 replied to sunshineprn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank you for reminding me about the corrections. I have not looked into Tina's workshop and unfortunately do not think I can take one. There are really none in my area (Boston) and I can't travel...

  15. Anyone testing on 10/15 at Albany MC

    RNFinally12 replied to sunshineprn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am testing the same date in Saratoga Springs. I bought Robs dvd's and I am sure glad that I did.. he tells you everything. I didn't know where to start. I am in limbo preparing for this right...

  16. Lisa Ahrens notes Vs. Studygroup101

    RNFinally12 replied to WestPalmLPN's topic in Excelsior College

    I also used both, but mainly Lisa Arends.. I did like them, however I just read through them and highlighted what I thought was important. I then when through all my notes from traditional nursing...

  17. anyone know a good psych book for nclex-rn questions?

    RNFinally12 replied to labrador4122's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Pearson has a really good Nclex book called Nclex exam cram. I have it and use it to study, but have heard from others that it really helped them to pass the boards. Best of

  18. failed my first test lifespan 2

    RNFinally12 replied to gjoh411's topic in Online Distance Learning

    As draining as it is, you just have to pick yourself up and move on to the next exam. I too failed a couple of exams and it feels like the end of the world. You put soooo much into it. Honestly you...

  19. EC FCCA

    RNFinally12 replied to LaMorLPN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I just finished my FCCA not even 2 weeks ago. I think I put too much info in my packet, but it was the only way I felt good about sending it out. My advice is if you don't have a nursing diagnosis...

  20. Passed in Albany Medical Center!

    RNFinally12 replied to PiedPiperRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Vegastar I didn't realize that you just completed your CPNE. CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You must feel so good about yourself. I can't wait to say that I am done with you. Best of luck on the boards and...

  21. I PASSED FCCA!!!

    RNFinally12 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Praise the Lord.. I passed the FCCA.. Thank you thank you thank you.. I was a complete wreck. Woo Hoo!!!!

  22. I PASSED FCCA!!!

    RNFinally12 replied to RNFinally12's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Vegastar congrats. I didn't realize that you already did the CPNE. Have you taken your boards yet and what did you use to prepare for the CPNE. AZMOM2 Excelsior requests that students not talk...

  23. Passed CPNE

    RNFinally12 replied to zoeyzoe's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations on passing the CPNE. I am waiting for a date for mine. Can you please tell me what resources you used to prepare for this. Did you take the CPNE workshop. Thank you again for the...

  24. Can LPN's give Morphine??

    RNFinally12 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Just need to clarify this. I am thinking NO, but need to double check. Thank

  25. I PASSED FCCA!!!

    RNFinally12 replied to RNFinally12's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yes.. I have started it. I mistakenly forwarding my doctors immunization report instead of EC's health form. I resubmitted today after getting my doctor to sign it. So now I am just waiting for a...