HouTx BSN, MSN, EdD

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    Got chewed out by my clinical instructor

    HouTx replied to MQ Edna's topic in General Students

    IMO, you WERE being treated as responsible adults. You were undoubtedly aware of the ground rules for Sim Lab and the consequences for violating those rules. Allowing disruptive behavior to...
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    Online RN - BSN with no clinical component

    HouTx replied to ChristineR's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Most RN-BSN programs do not have a clinical practicum because the scope of this education (ADN-BSN) does not include acquisition of additional CLINICAL skills. Educational practicums (hands-on) are...
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    Patient filed a lawsuit for neglicent what do you think??

    HouTx replied to Roqueyari's topic in General Students

    Sounds like a very interesting assignment. You may want to explore the evidence. I recall attending a symposium several years ago in which a nurse researcher (presenting her study) had concluded that...
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    I feel incomplete

    HouTx replied to sameishafate's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I can understand OP's frustration, but this "my life won't be complete and I won't be really truly happy until I become a pediatric nurse." is just plain Magical Thinking. It is a red flag for your...
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    I feel like poop on the bottom of a shoe!

    HouTx replied to chunkalunk's topic in General Students

    It's early days for this semester.... you've got plenty of time to take effective correction action and end up with a decent grade. You can do
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    Help finding RN to BSN Program

    HouTx replied to kevonneo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I can't tell what state you're in... hopefully Brightwood is approved by your state BON. FYI, it is NOT listed on the Tx BON list of approved RN schools under either name . It is listed as an...
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    Vocational school

    HouTx replied to Naty23's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Great information and advice from PPs. Just wanted to add.... The reason why some programs "do not participate" in governmental student aid programs is because they are NOT ELIGIBLE to do so....
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    Giving report (just a little vent)

    HouTx replied to trauma_lama's topic in General Nursing

    I know it's not that popular here on AN, but this is huge advantage to Bedside Shift Report..... no droning on reading all the stuff in the chart. Just the facts and current happenings.
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    Do Rn's miss having Lpn's in the hospital setting?

    HouTx replied to Finestnurse, Lpn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hang in there - team nursing is emerging again.... driven by increasing financial constraints and shortage of qualified RN staff. It just doesn't make sense to use 'highly paid' (this is a relative...
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    LVN to RN ONLINE accepted in Texas

    HouTx replied to Anciera04's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Sorry, but you're looking for a unicorn. (Nice to think about, but doesn't exactly exist) There is a significant step up clinical skills and knowledge associated becoming an RN. HERE is a document...
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    Looking for a school that does NOT proctor Statistics

    HouTx replied to NurseEmjay's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Stats is one of THE courses (Chem is another) where the instructor makes all the difference. There is evidence to support - online intro Stats is NOT a good option for anyone who does not have strong...
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    Hello everyone, I am looking to back to school for Masters in education. Need advice.

    HouTx replied to SPatrick's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Chamberlain is a DeVry subsidiary. At this point, DeVry seems to be in a much more stable position than other for-profits, but that could change. I encourage everyone to investigate their local (not...
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    Seeking Advice from Accelerated BSN Hopefuls

    HouTx replied to laurenmateer's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you poke around here on AN, you'll find a lot of threads & comments about this issue. Basically, there isn't any tax-supported financial aid for second undergraduate degrees if you don't have...
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    I rather take Anatomy, Algebra, and Micro then Chem

    HouTx replied to WCSU1987's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Student success in Chem - like most sciences & Stats - is highly dependent on the quality of the instructor. A talented teacher makes all the difference. I was hugely lucky in my first Chem...
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    Wow, I really have to take this class?

    HouTx replied to missnursingstudent19's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    LOL - I feel your pain. I took Folk Dancing & Comparative Religions. But I can still do a mean polka and bore you to tears on the differences between various religious dietary mandates. This...
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    How flexible are they with a CNA's work availability?

    HouTx replied to InterestedinCNAjobs's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Have you explored the possibility of becoming a Home Care Aide? The actual work is the same as a CNA, but since home care is a completely different environment, the work is arranged differently....
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    Indecisive

    HouTx replied to hanlonbri's topic in General Students

    Don't lose hope. There is a wide variation in how nursing programs compute your GPA. Some schools will allow you to only count the higher grade if you had to repeat a class. But there are usually...
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    HELP. Blood Pressure and Vitals

    HouTx replied to zradwin's topic in General Students

    Obtaining a manual BP reading is rapidly becoming a "lost art" as technology is becoming more commonly used. First of all, make sure your equipment is working appropriately. Cuff size is...
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    Should I even be considering nursing? (Asperger's)

    HouTx replied to RustyS's topic in Nursing Career

    Kudos to you for your level of self awareness. It's often very difficult to recognize ones own shortcomings. Have you looked into Surgical Technology? This is a very focused role that does not have...
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    Help dealing with struggles and competition?

    HouTx replied to mhnu's topic in General Students

    I'm so sorry you're finding the transition to nursing school so difficult. It may help to realize that this is actually a very common occurrence, especially for students who have done very well with...
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    Teacher said "...."

    HouTx replied to Isaac86's topic in General Students

    Hmm - OP didn't provide enough information to narrow it down to a specific approach, but here are some options 1- Was this a sarcastic response that fell flat? When you're stressed, it's very easy to...
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    Starting job in phy. rehab/therapy. Afraid of injuring myself?

    HouTx replied to Summers3's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's good that you aren't buying into the nurses have superpowers myth.... the colossal bunkum that "good body mechanics" can overcome everything - and the corollary "if you hurt your back, it's...
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    Changing Specialty

    HouTx replied to Erinlw's topic in Nursing Career

    This is a situation that I am encountering more often these days... experienced nurses that are finding it very difficult to move into a different specialty. In light of the current recruitment...
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    BP

    HouTx replied to neogirl's topic in General Students

    It's a learned skill - you'll get better with practice. Make sure that you're using quality equipment. Have you ever had a formal hearing test to determine if you have any problems with specific...
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    Powerpoints or Book?

    HouTx replied to nurse2bguy555's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Memorization only works for specific "pieces" of information. It won't help you learn concepts - how all those pieces fit together - or support critical thinking & develop your clinical reasoning...