stressgal

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  1. watches - best for nurses?

    stressgal replied to LanaBanana's topic in General Students

    Oh, it's in the U.S. The hospital I work at allows nothing below the elbows. It's not a problem as I have always worn a watch that pins to my scrubs. (Germaphobe here!) The face hangs upside down so I...

  2. Patient Care Essay - Mental Health Nursing

    stressgal replied to Aussie_Amy's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Do you have a care plan book? This will really assist you with nursing dx, as well as interventions. Whenever I am working on a care plan I list the problems, real and potential. Then I prioritize,...

  3. How many of you did an Externship?

    stressgal replied to Katydidit34's topic in First Year After Licensure

    On the other hand, I opted not to do an externship this past summer and have had no problems securing a job. I graduate in June and have an offer already. I think you just need to begin looking to see...

  4. Study Question

    stressgal replied to Annie2005's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I like to refer to my Saunders NCLEX review book to study from. Everything is in an outline form and there are alot of questions on each topic. It really helps me focus on key

  5. Very bad clinical evaluation from my instructor

    stressgal replied to Bala Shark's topic in General Students

    Sorry you are not having a great week. Evaluations can be tough, but they are there to assist, not deter you. No, you aren't going to be great friends with everyone, but you will need to communicate...

  6. What to expect in my Psych rotation

    stressgal replied to nurstobe's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I loved my psych rotation and found it to be a great practice in theraputic communication. We did alot of our time in an adolecent unit, very sad but informative. Follow your instructor's lead, you'll...

  7. Kaplan or HESI NCLEX review?

    stressgal posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just curious, has anyone taken the HESI NCLEX review course? Does anyone know how it compares with Kaplan's? I am planning to take the Kaplan course, but the school has just told us that we must take...

  8. Kaplan or HESI NCLEX review?

    stressgal replied to stressgal's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks, will do. Do you know anything about the HESI review

  9. To all of you nurses or advanced nursing students

    stressgal replied to CrystalClear75's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    My advice is to be prepared as much as possible. Make yourself a chart that works for you while taking report. Something that organizes info. Be ready for report when it is given. Set yourself a...

  10. Big day, I passed Boards!

    stressgal replied to wonderbee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats!

  11. Failed NCLEX, lost my job

    stressgal replied to studentnurse74's topic in First Year After Licensure

    {HUGS} Sorry it's been a tough week. I truely believe that everything happens for a reason. It doesn't sound like it was a good fit and you can now find where you are supposed to be. I know from...

  12. A lil Baffled about ML/HR on Infusion pumps

    stressgal replied to AussieKylie's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Daytonite, You always have the best advice and web pages.

  13. I did it!!!!!

    stressgal replied to oldnurse newnurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yippee!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am soooooo jealous! Congrats and enjoy the

  14. A lil Baffled about ML/HR on Infusion pumps

    stressgal replied to AussieKylie's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You set the infusion rate based on the prescribed order. Is that what you're asking. I may not be

  15. ADN or BSN? I already have unrelated BA

    stressgal replied to JenniferK's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would look into the "wait lists" and requirements for admission to the programs you are intrested in. That may be a deciding factor for you. Some programs have a really long wait list. Then decide...

  16. controlling blood sugar during surgery

    stressgal replied to RNin2007's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I have noticed in our Med/Surg book this info is covered in the critical care section. I was curious recently why a Type 2 client who was undergoing a heart cath ( must be off her glucophage 72 hours...

  17. Fainting during clinical

    stressgal replied to writrix's topic in General Students

    First, make sure you have something in your stomach. Eat a good breakfast before clinicals. I am not a breakfast eater, but I make sure I eat something prior to my clinical day. The only time I got...

  18. I'm in for the May LPN class!!!!!!!

    stressgal replied to LanaBanana's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congratulations and good

  19. take my survey for stats class - PLEASE!

    stressgal replied to LanaBanana's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    #1 a #2 a #3 b boy i don't miss that class! good

  20. Pre-nursing students with ADD

    stressgal replied to narcissistic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Also check into your school's learning assistance programs. You may get some help with study habits and skills. My school has a network of professionals available to assess students with learning...

  21. Pharmacology help!

    stressgal replied to tazee's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I can always recomend the Incredibly Easy series. Just another way to look at the information. I also just got a look at the Nursing Memory Notebook series phamacology book. If you are a visual...

  22. Physical Assessment! Help!!!!

    stressgal replied to CyndieRN2007's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    There is a lot of info to learn. Our physical assessment course focuses on learning the normals, as well as a few of the abnormals. Alot of it is new terminology to grab ahold of. Just hang in there...

  23. Taking that First Step!

    stressgal replied to RNWannaBe724's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Way to go! Good luck and keep us

  24. med surg

    stressgal replied to TamaraG's topic in General Students

    I would like to tell you it gets easier, but it doesn't. You just adapt. What are you studying in med-surg? Ours are split into different topics. I would recommend a good NCLEX review book. This will...

  25. Is it too late for me?

    stressgal replied to Blaire's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Get the phone book out, call all of the colleges in your area and make an appointment to talk with an advisor at each school that offers a nursing program. Also ask if an appointment can be made with...