Scrubmouse RN

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  1. CLC students?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to 15chris15's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I just wanted to say hi. I was in NUR 171 this past spring semester but had to withdraw due to medical reasons. I will be re-entering this Fall of 09, so I will have gone through both curriculums. I...

  2. What steth are you using....

    Scrubmouse RN replied to wlb06's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    An ultrascope in purple with a glittery purple head. I like it because everyone else in my class got a Littman II SE. I will definitely be able to tell my steth from

  3. Need Help with Nursing Dx

    Scrubmouse RN replied to brandyrocs's topic in General Students

    I would definitely look into the fluid loss from the diarrhea. Electrolyte balance is also out of whack when there is diarrhea present. Maybe something like....risk for fluid deficiency r/t frequent...

  4. Already have a BA, Associate's RN or BSN? Question

    Scrubmouse RN replied to lifeisaflowergarden's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    From what I hear and know, RNs with Bachelors or Associates make the same amount of money. A BSN is useful if you want to advance in career, do things like community teaching and the like. If your...

  5. Any expectant mothers in school?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to jessi85's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm in an associate's program. I am about 6 months pregnant with my second child. My first one is 15 months old. What helps me is that I am taking classes in the evening, am not working, and only have...

  6. Need help with careplan

    Scrubmouse RN replied to algrewet's topic in General Students

    Imbalanced nutrition; less than body requirements r/t disinterest in feeding because of jaundice related lethargy Anxiety: Parent r/t threat to infant, unknown future I JUST started nursing school and...

  7. We got into the CLC Nursing program...now what

    Scrubmouse RN replied to HospiceRN88's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I am starting school this semester and my uniform has the patch on the left breast area as Colleen mentioned. I also second what she said about nude colored undies. I got my pants and man, does it...

  8. We got into the CLC Nursing program...now what

    Scrubmouse RN replied to HospiceRN88's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I agree with Dawn and Auntie. Great presentation, Colleen. You seem so confident and sure of yourself. I am anxiously waiting to begin the

  9. Having children while getting education

    Scrubmouse RN replied to littleoleme's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not taking nursing classes yet, but am taking an A&P course in the evenings. I am currently 14 weeks pregnant. I will officially start nursing school in the spring. I also have a 13 month old....

  10. We got into the CLC Nursing program...now what

    Scrubmouse RN replied to HospiceRN88's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hey Diedra and Colleen! Thanks for answering. I don't know who the people on this board are, but you all sound so awesome!:) Are most of the duties do-able for an 8 month pregnant woman? Because that...

  11. We got into the CLC Nursing program...now what

    Scrubmouse RN replied to HospiceRN88's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hey y'all, I was wondering if anyone of the upper classmen can tell me what to expect during the first semester clinicals? Is it physically demanding, what sort of duties do you perform as a first...

  12. Please Help, Fear Eating Me Alive

    Scrubmouse RN replied to Sophiamez's topic in General Nursing

    i was one of the lost ones too, so i can empathize with you. i have a bs in biology from a large university. i graduated in 2003 and am just now realizing what i want to do when "i grow up." there...

  13. In need of truman college info

    Scrubmouse RN replied to M397's topic in Illinois Nursing

    The area Truman is located at is called Uptown, it's a really nice neighborhood in terms or architecture and history (Al Capone used to hang out at some establishments there and may have even lived...

  14. Want to be RN where do I start?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to CPaulino's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    An LPN isn't needed to get an associates in nursing. An LPN is an option if you cannot or do not want to get an associate's degree. LPN programs typically last one year as opposed to two. A lot of NS...

  15. I don't get it --- NLN content

    Scrubmouse RN replied to Brightidea's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with the previous poster, get the study guide. The science section isn't too bad. The most difficult questions for me were based on circuits (yuck), but the subjects are pretty basic. Good...

  16. Refusing prenatal ultrasound

    Scrubmouse RN replied to 2curlygirls's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    From pp "......Down's baby (or whatever), do some advance research and just be better prepared." As a NICU nurse, I would expect you to know that Down's babies are not babies of Dr. Down. They are...

  17. Was Anyone Pregnant During Nursing School??

    Scrubmouse RN replied to Sl1011's topic in General Nursing

    I'm also actively ttc and am planning on starting nursing school in the spring. I figured that if I wasn't going to ns I would be working and still be pregnant. Either I work and be pregnant or be in...

  18. NLN Questions

    Scrubmouse RN replied to copelald's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The actual NLN exam contains 214 questions 80 Verbal, 54 math and 80 science. However, they only grade 60 of the verbal, 40 of the math, and 60 of the science. The extra questions are "test" questions...

  19. Wh-wh-where'd all the CLC students go?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to ViolettaCCU's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi, I won't start nursing school at CLC until spring '09. All this talk of orientation, modules, and books is getting me really excited! I wish I could begin this fall . Good luck to anyone starting...

  20. Spring 09 Hopefuls

    Scrubmouse RN replied to TeeRN2Be's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Originally Posted by TexasTee I wanted to start a support thread for all of us that will be applying for the Spring 09 start. My hope is that we keep this thread alive through the process and keep...

  21. Confusing NLN Score!!! Please Help

    Scrubmouse RN replied to Nessie_33's topic in General Nursing

    The score you want to look at is the composite AD percentile, which for you seems to be a 43. From what I heard at the orientation the lowest composite score accepted into the program for Fall of '08...

  22. NLN test or the Net Chicago Schools

    Scrubmouse RN replied to soul2quz's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on which schools you apply for. I applied to a community college in the far north suburbs that required the NLN, but I've seen lots of schools who use the NET. You would really need to...