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  1. A&P 1 lab help

    back2thebooks replied to happycreeklady's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think you are talking about the focal length? If so, the focal length is the distance b/w the slide and the objective lens. For example, when viewing at 40X (using an objective lens of 4x and an...

  2. Formula to Calculate the Number of Valence Electrons

    back2thebooks replied to SAHMBACK2SCHOOL's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The valence layer is the outermost layer/shell of electrons. The first layer can hold only two electrons; in order for there to be another layer, this first layer must be filled. The second and...

  3. Becoming a nurse for the money...

    back2thebooks replied to Marc86's topic in General Students

    Money is not everything. Like others have said, cost of living, quality of life, etc. all come into play when choosing a career. I don't understand all the negative talk about 'never expecting any...

  4. Becoming a nurse for the money...

    back2thebooks replied to Marc86's topic in General Students

    I guess it's all relative. I personally do not think that the average RN salary is great money. I made much more in my prior career, but I didn't have a passion for what I did. That's what's brought...

  5. Vent - Uniforms!!

    back2thebooks replied to sh1901's topic in General Students

    Oh, you cracked me up! I'm literally laughing out loud about to wake my children while

  6. Do you think this was rude?

    back2thebooks replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't think what was said was rude, but she may have indeed been a bit rude in her delivery. I've always expected that I would have to send my own transcripts from my high school and former college...

  7. Are you getting a ADN or going straight to BSN ?

    back2thebooks replied to zrodriguez's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow, that is funny! It's very motivating for me to see stories similar to mine--we should definitely keep in touch throughout our journeys!

  8. Most Affordable BSN Programs

    back2thebooks replied to nnicolee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I see where you got that figure. I was looking at the cost of tuition/fees only--also in-state. It would be worth if for you to live somewhere a year and gain in-state status. Also, if I were you,...

  9. Are you getting a ADN or going straight to BSN ?

    back2thebooks replied to zrodriguez's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ADN here. I earned my previous Bachelor's degree back in '97. It did fulfill quite a bit of the pre-req requirements for the ADN program at my school. Here's my reasons why I chose the ADN over the...

  10. Most Affordable BSN Programs

    back2thebooks replied to nnicolee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just curious if you heard that or if you looked into it? Their website says $168/hr for undergrad in state and that wouldn't be $20k a year--maybe it's an option for you? I grew up 13 years of my...

  11. Overachievers

    back2thebooks replied to student005's topic in General Students

    I think a lot of times people use this term because they somehow feel inferior to the person whom they believe they are insulting (although I perceive that term to not be an insult...). If someone...

  12. Most Affordable BSN Programs

    back2thebooks replied to nnicolee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    To answer your original question, there are lots of universities where you can get a BSN for under $50k. One of the keys is in-state and looking at public institutions. At one time, I had read that...

  13. Please help!! Where to work while doing pre-reqs?

    back2thebooks replied to espo44's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think it really depends on where you are. New graduates of both ADN and BSN programs here seem to have absolutely no problems getting jobs. Every ADN grad I have spoken to said that they secured...

  14. Please help!! Where to work while doing pre-reqs?

    back2thebooks replied to espo44's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I, too have a prior Bachelor's degree (but a Bachelor of Science). I decided to go the ADN route. I made this decision for a few reasons... 1: I'll be out in the workplace much sooner 2: Most...

  15. LATERAL Violence. How Nurses treat Nurses!

    back2thebooks replied to Medic/Nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Huh? I'm sorry, but I have been pregnant with 2 babies, one weighing over 10 lbs and one at 11 lbs at birth and each 22 inches in length. Even at that size, when I was 'kicked', it didn't jar me so...

  16. Anyone waiting for admission Spring 2010?

    back2thebooks replied to D.R.A.'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm applying for Spring '10, too. I don't apply until September,

  17. Mini Rant about Unruly Kids

    back2thebooks replied to nnicolee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    At the risk of being attacked, it IS a swimming pool and your book was on the edge of the pool. I don't think it's an issue of respect, but more of an issue of finding a more appropriate place to...

  18. Unsupportive husband

    back2thebooks replied to labchic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It does suck. Four years ago, I would have been posting that my husband was *the* most supportive and caring. Not today. People change, unfortunately, and I, too have a husband who is unsupportive....

  19. Unprofessional nurses/power tripper's/ trouble makers

    back2thebooks replied to chicsurfs's topic in General Students

    I have to agree with NurseEducate a bit. My previous career was a male dominated profession, I can say that after the whole 'proving that you are capable as a woman in a male dominated profession'...

  20. How many hours did you study A&P and what grade did you get?

    back2thebooks replied to BreatheFree's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I forgot to tell you one of the best things you can do for yourself is find out the type of learner you are. Previously, I have always been a visual learner, so I just assumed I still was. I went...

  21. How has having/not having children affect your career?

    back2thebooks replied to Ellean55's topic in General Students

    Ellean, you know, you are right. Kids DO slow your life down. That is beauty of children. I had a 'high powered' career all throughout my twenties after graduating with my first degree (a Bachelor of...

  22. How has having/not having children affect your career?

    back2thebooks replied to Ellean55's topic in General Students

    I can't say how it's affected my career, per se, but my nursing education---it's been tough. With my first degree (I earned a Bachelor's Degree 12 years ago--went to college right out of high...

  23. Direct Route to BSN or ADN then RN-BSN

    back2thebooks replied to nnicolee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If I were in your shoes, I'd do the BSN off the bat. You're young, unmarried, no children and no former career, so to me it makes sense to go for the BSN right away if that is your goal in the long...

  24. How many hours did you study A&P and what grade did you get?

    back2thebooks replied to BreatheFree's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I 'studied' about 1-2 hours every day, and for the 3-4 days prior to an exam or practical, I studied anywhere from 6-12 hours each day. I put 'studied' in quotes because much of this time was not...

  25. A&P II Summer 09

    back2thebooks replied to Sand_Dollar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good thing I thrive during intensity! I feel confident and driven, so that will go a long way in my success during those 4 weeks, I think! Oh, and that IS my only class during summer