ParkerBC,MSN,RN

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  1. Private Loans...

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to weluv3's topic in General Students

    Thanks. I must admit that I threatened his life if a payment was missed

  2. Need help to convince parents!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to NateH's topic in General Nursing

    Nate, For me, a BSN was the smarter choice. I already had an undergraduate degree, so I was able to complete an accelerated BSN in fourteen months. If I would have taken the courses at a community...

  3. Private Loans...

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to weluv3's topic in General Students

    Funny this thread is here. Last week, by brother was trying to secure a private school loan for nursing. He applied with PNC bank and was denied. His bankruptcy was, I think, five years ago. Since...

  4. allnurses.com helpful to busy students or an unnecessary distraction?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to steveogurule's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I find it to be helpful. I have answered many student questions on the board. To make sure I give correct information, I look it up and respond. It has helped to “cement” the information when I...

  5. Indiana Wesleyan (ABSN)...how competitive?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to starmickey03's topic in Indiana Nursing

    That I am not sure about. You have the contact information for the school of nursing? If so, give them a call. The person C.V. is very helpful and will be able to answer that question for

  6. Labs/Tests Online

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to sunterwagner's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    try http://web.missouri.edu/~proste/lab/ i think they do a good job with indications for testing and the patho behind abnormal

  7. Indiana Wesleyan (ABSN)...how competitive?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to starmickey03's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Tuition was about 33K for the program. I took all of my pre-reqs at IVY Tech You can apply to the program without having completed your pre-reqs. You will receive a conditional offer pending...

  8. Help With Case Study for Psychosocial Class

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to designer-mommy's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Here is an example of a Care Study I recently completed. I hope it helps. 1. Decreased Cardiac Output r/t altered contractility AEB patient’s BNP at 4600 with baseline of 3300 (Ackley &...

  9. Senior students/New Grads: Where will you be working?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Double-Helix's topic in General Students

    Tuesday is my final exam and last day. I will be graduating in two weeks. I interviewed and will be working on the Critical Care Unit starting the fourth week of

  10. help pay for school as a transfer student (non-student)

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to keori17's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am not sure. Even private loans require the student to be degree seeking and attending at least part time. Can you simply apply to a degree seeking program? Apply to a general studies major for...

  11. Community College or University...that is the question

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to jessig24's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It is up to you. If you go the community college route, I would venture to say you will become an RN sooner. In which case, you can work while doing the RN to BSN route. You take more nursing...

  12. Nursing dilemma relating to OB

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to rtready2Brn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I would venture to say that there is plenty of literature on the subject of which you speak. Can teen parents provide the same upbringing as adults? Are they emotionally ready and mature enough? If...

  13. I have no idea what I should do

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Stever01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with the other posters…you have to do what is in your best interest. Of course our parents want us to go to college and get a degree. They want us to be able to support ourselves and live...

  14. What do do while waiting to graduate?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to redbkgiraffe's topic in General Students

    Would you consider working at the same hospital as your sister? If so, ask her to network you. Begin making contacts and maintaining those contacts. Those individuals could also give advice of the...

  15. Need Help with care plan

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to lucy247's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Your patient doesn’t have any pain? Excellent pain management! What about activity? Is he able to get up and go to the bathroom? If so, is it a chore for him? Is you patient experiencing any anxiety...

  16. Priority Nursing Diagnosis HELP!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to mamatovanda's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I guess I could have looked at the BP, ehh? Good

  17. Anyone made it through Nsg school WITHOUT caffeine , Adderall, or Red Bull??

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Trilldayz,RN BSN's topic in General Students

    I did not use anything to get through nursing school. Maybe that is why I am seeing my therapist four times a week now. My advice: 1. Smoke at least two packs of Cigs a day 2. Drink a...

  18. Priority Nursing Diagnosis HELP!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to mamatovanda's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Just for the record, I was not listing the Dx. in order. Rather than giving you the answer, I was providing some thought provoking examples. Simply giving the answer doesn't allow you the...

  19. Priority Nursing Diagnosis HELP!

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to mamatovanda's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I don’t think I would do any “Risk for” for this patient as your patient clearly exhibits signs of actual Dx. Here are some things to consider: 1. Your patient’s cap refills are >...

  20. help with ncp

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to yvogue's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Okay…is your patient in a wheel chair because of his/her age or for other reasons? For this Dx. I would write: Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity r/t immobility. Did you check labs? How is your...

  21. just got hired at MGH as a PCA in PACU

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to ErinDel's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    MGH????? Which facility is that if you don't mind me

  22. Hearing Aids and Stethescopes

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Beenthinking's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have hearing loss in both of my ears. I purchased the Litmann 3100. I am able to hear lung sounds and heart sounds

  23. ATI Testing? Why did I get a lower level?

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to Codjonaub's topic in General Students

    I am sorry, but I don’t really have an answer. I think it is funny how a 68% warrants a level two on some ATI’s where an 75% does not. I have always wondered if the national and school average...

  24. Reinstatement in RN Program

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to NvRGvUp's topic in General Students

    There was a student in my cohort who did not pass during our second semester. She did not meet the minimal 75% on skill comps. In fact, she had a 74%. Even with a 74%, she had a solid A in the course....

  25. Distraught college kid

    ParkerBC,MSN,RN replied to devonbrower's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Bombom… That was my thought too. Depending on how far along you are in your first degree, it may be advantageous to complete a degree (General Studies or any major) so that you can apply to an...