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  1. my take on the Nclex rn today

    nursemeow replied to miconium's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just because you had 150-160 questions means nothing....You passed silly...the test is meant for u to pass....if u are having a difficult time the computer gives u more questions in the area your need...

  2. 24 Things ER Nurses Know All Too Well

    nursemeow replied to RN_in_SC's topic in Emergency

    LMAO!!!! The trap door in triage is CLASSIC!!! 12hrs in that hell hole causes the burn out factor to rise... The thumb pain for 3 months at 8pm on a sat night would've been first thru the trap door......

  3. Which should be seen first?

    nursemeow replied to g61j's topic in Emergency

    ahhh the art of triage!!! On a test...yes, the SOB..... but in reality, just assess.....quickly... sob with stable vs and sao2.... vs.... CP holding chest diaphoretic..... U better grab the CP and EKG...

  4. tasking vs thinking...eh critically that is

    nursemeow replied to lulu rn's topic in Emergency

    are they septic? CHF? SOO many questions.... go with your gut and ask...speak up... that's how u learn!!! Good luck!!!!!!!!! Trust me...everytime u don't ask and should have... u miss a learning...

  5. Cardiac to ED

    nursemeow replied to Virgo_RN's topic in Emergency

    Well I just wanted to put my input in being that I'd worked on the "floor" at a Cardiac Specialty Hospital before I became the ER nurse I am... First off... I am programed to do a full head to toe...

  6. add your funny TRIAGE complaints from pts

    nursemeow replied to er nursing's topic in Emergency

    "I swallowed a goldfish and now my stomach feels funny":yeah:

  7. Any Tips for Teaching ECGs?

    nursemeow replied to VickyRN's topic in Cardiac

    I was taught the cardiac system well and for me the trick was simplicity. First the basic anatomy and physiology crisp and clear. Then the conduction system and piece them together... starting with...

  8. "Don't waste your time getting your BSN..."

    nursemeow replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    well that's up to you....however, if you continue you education as a RN and get a BSN you will have #1: more nursing knowledge, #2: a stepping stone to a MSN, which opens MAAAAAAAAAAAAAAANY high...

  9. First job - nurse extern in ER

    nursemeow replied to notquiteanurse's topic in Emergency

    :uhoh21: 2 week orientation and than you're on your own :uhoh21: I graduated in december and am in my 11th week of a 16 week orientation and I still wish I'd have more time!!! The ER is challanging...

  10. Nurses and Blood Draws?

    nursemeow replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    Hi! I am a RN in an ER and we have multi-techs that draw blood, but if my pt needs an IV line than I do the line, and draw out the bloods to save the pt the stick! Good Luck, milk being a student...

  11. Why do RN's with ASN and BSN make the same?

    nursemeow replied to cancergirl's topic in General Nursing

    Good topic.. as usual... I am an ADN.. I am studying now for the BSN and finally a MSN in emergency med. My feeling is that an ADN and BSN have the "minimal competency" for the NCLEX-RN and will both...

  12. New grad in ER.. ADVICE PLEASE!!!

    nursemeow replied to nursemeow's topic in Emergency

    You guys are so helpful! I will keep ya posted on my journey as a new ER nurse! I just did the week of orientation for the hospital, now Monday is the real thing...in the ER!!! GULP! Thanks

  13. New grad in ER.. ADVICE PLEASE!!!

    nursemeow posted a topic in Emergency

    Any advice or words of wisdom from the wise would be appreciated sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much. I start my position as an RN ( ) in the emergency dept Feb...

  14. NCLEX Nighmares

    nursemeow replied to LilRedRN1973's topic in General Nursing

    Listen carefully to meeee.... This is normal for you to feel completely out of control.. on the days before and while waiting for the results of the NCLEX... EVERYONE I have ever heard of goes CUCU!!...

  15. New grad in ER.. ADVICE PLEASE!!!

    nursemeow replied to nursemeow's topic in Emergency

    Thank you sooo much for the advice... I will absolutley use it and need all I can get of it... Orientation is 3 mos (yikes wish it was more) and than they weed you off "slowly." We'll see about that....

  16. Biological Training

    nursemeow replied to bobnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I was just fit yesterday for my filter masks & HEPA gear as all new employees of this hospital were as percautionary for any airborne diseses... I am not sure anyone is 100% ready for something as...

  17. Thinking about nursing... Is it worth it?

    nursemeow replied to MyBlueSky's topic in General Nursing

    Joe, In the 11th century AD were one of the first images of male nurses... the Knights Hospitallers of St. John of Jerusalem in their black robes with a white maltese cross were soldiers and nurses!!!...

  18. I take the Nclex Tomorrow!!

    nursemeow replied to LindseyLou2222's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Good Luck. Don't let anxiety take over. Go in there knowing you are going to pass regardless! Remember, there are 15 pilot questions so don't freak out if you honestly have no clue and cannot even...

  19. To those who have lots of NCLEX materials...

    nursemeow replied to pie123's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I passed and my advice would be to use the CD-roms! Do as many questions as you can everyday.. When you get them wrong it tells you the rationalle right away. This is good because you will see what...

  20. Well, I took it this morning

    nursemeow replied to babynursewannab's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes, I know your pain....I took it last week... Let me just say that EVERYONE that took that wacky test says THE SAME stuff you just said... I did too! I felt like I knew 2 questions.. the rest I was...

  21. TIPS/Info for passing NCLEX

    nursemeow replied to paula77720's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sure.. I did take a NCLEX review course, and they told us to buy an updated NCLEX book (Saunders/Lippincott) and use the CD-roms in the back of the book..tons of questions/tests/quizzes on them! I...

  22. can anyone give me some advise on choosing a RN school????

    nursemeow replied to chgrace02's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Hi, first off good luck. Second.. most colleges want A&P I&II, microbiology, intro chem, a basic math, and a humanity elective. I would call the schools you are looking at and find out EXACTLY...

  23. NJ Staffing Disclosure Law signed by Governor!

    nursemeow replied to trita's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    I am a new RN in Ocean County and I will start work in 2 weeks. I would like to become more active in the politics of nursing, however, getting thru school and the state boards were priority... now I...

  24. Yahoo, I Passed Nclex-rn!!

    nursemeow replied to tjhemtrn2b's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :balloons: :roll :smiley_aa :biere: :w00t: Me too!! Just found out too!!! Congratulations!!!!!!!! Best luck to your...

  25. What would you do?

    nursemeow replied to sharann's topic in General Nursing

    I respect you for being a healthcare professional, but please do not make decisions based on your religon..for my own sake if I were a patient... I have different views.... and I AM the one...