tfleuter

tfleuter BSN, RN

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  1. Lifestyle of a CNA

    tfleuter replied to Serendipity, PCT's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If you are worried about having peace and quiet while studying (which I agree, is so important!) then consider using your school or local library as a place to do hw instead of home. That way you...

  2. Don't wear gloves when doing vitals on post-partum mom

    tfleuter replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    well, since this post was in regards to PP moms, I felt my experience was valid. No need to get

  3. Don't wear gloves when doing vitals on post-partum mom

    tfleuter replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    I haven't done any clinicals yet (still doing pre-reqs) but I have had 2 kids and can say with certainity that I hardly even noticed when a nurse choose to wear gloves when taking vitals on me pp...

  4. I NEED SOME ADVICE!!!!!!!!

    tfleuter replied to mRpeNa's topic in General Students

    Freudian

  5. I NEED SOME ADVICE!!!!!!!!

    tfleuter replied to mRpeNa's topic in General Students

    Yes, speak to your instructor immediately! The students who were able to use landlines had an obvious advantage over those who had to use lap tops (which were being used as a favor to the...

  6. Working part time as CNA while in school for RN?

    tfleuter replied to tfleuter's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for responding! I would definately love some experience in a hosptial setting before I finish NS, so CNA seemed like the best way to do it. I've also found out that some programs/hospitals...

  7. When should I take Chemistry?

    tfleuter replied to hcook08's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Truth is, combining different classes will have different results for different people. Our microbiology teacher told us the first day that if we are taking micro and anatomy at the same time that we...

  8. CNA or Multi-skilled Medical Tech??

    tfleuter replied to Shante1985's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I guess it depends on what your ultimate goal is. What degree are you seeking? Are you wanting to finish your bach in biology, or are you trying to transition over to a ADN or BSN? Either way, I...

  9. RN's how much do you make here in Utah?

    tfleuter replied to blueyezz71's topic in General Nursing

    Is that 48K take home, or are you working part time? Wouldn't full time $28/hr equal to about 58k or so, or am I mis-calculating

  10. If LPNs are being "phased out" should I forget about taking the LPN Program???

    tfleuter replied to Holly5477's topic in General Students

    Really? I've heard the exact opposite. Many will hold off retirement b/c of the economy and those who went into retirement may come back due to financial need, spouses being layed off, ect. I don't...

  11. When should I take Chemistry?

    tfleuter replied to hcook08's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am taking microbiology and chemistry this semester and it has actually been beneficial, somewhat. Some of the beginning stuff we are going over in chemistry spills over into micro, so it's all...

  12. Any advice for studying cadavers in anatomy class?

    tfleuter replied to Annieh1315's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hmmm...interesting. Is it the fact that a puppy would be used (which i have never heard of, the dog I had was probably a little over a year old, not a 3 mo old puppy) or that it is considered a...

  13. Anybody else feeling bad??

    tfleuter replied to kaiteabee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    OMG! Am I making posts in my sleep??? I'm the same way! I actually feel like I am a better mom to my sons when I am able to go to school/work for at least some part of the day/week. I do miss my...

  14. Any advice for studying cadavers in anatomy class?

    tfleuter replied to Annieh1315's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Really? Any more sick than dissecting a person? Don't get me wrong, like I said I didn't realish the experience at first, but there really is no better way to learn the anamoty of the patients you...

  15. I am HORRIFIED!!

    tfleuter replied to missingunc's topic in General Students

    I can relate fairly well, but I learned to blood draws on cats and dogs. In my experience, it really was all about having confidence in myself and my abilities. I was so excited when I had my first...

  16. Any advice for studying cadavers in anatomy class?

    tfleuter replied to Annieh1315's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm taking anatomy in the summer, so I haven't been able to experience a cadavar yet, but I did take another anatomy class some years ago and we were able to use dogs. I was really excited about this...

  17. Microbiology study group spring 2009

    tfleuter replied to ladyscorpian14's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here's a lab-related question! When using a gram stain, what would happen if you reversed the crystal violet and safranin stains? (applied the pink first, and then the

  18. Microbiology study group spring 2009

    tfleuter replied to ladyscorpian14's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    1) hmmm...I'm not sure 2) I'm going to guess lysosomes 3) no - aerobic reactions produce 38 ATP in prokaryotes and 36 ATP in eukaryotes. Anaerobic reactions produce variable amounts of ATP, more...

  19. Little things that keep you motivated

    tfleuter posted a topic in General Students

    I'm sure we all have things that play a major role in staying motivated during school so that we can someday get into a job that we love. For me, mainly my kids and my husband are what make me study...

  20. Microbiology study group spring 2009

    tfleuter replied to ladyscorpian14's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That is

  21. Teas test i failed made a 62.4%

    tfleuter replied to RN2bethatsme's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am really sorry that your first test didn't go well. Now that you have actually taken it and know what to expect, you should be better prepared the next time around. How much time do you have...

  22. Trouble finding jobs?

    tfleuter replied to WhiteShadows23's topic in General Students

    It seems in my area, at worst new graduates are possibly facing hiring freezes. This isn't good by any means, but at least they are not in a field that is currently under threat of massive lay offs....

  23. FAFSA Advice?

    tfleuter replied to lainith's topic in General Students

    Yup, it is what it is. And just remember, at least it is there in the first place. How many would still be able to go to school if grants/loans were not available at all and everything had to come out...

  24. Microbiology study group spring 2009

    tfleuter replied to ladyscorpian14's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    We've had 2 quizzes and our first exam in the lecture portion of micro. In the lab we've only had 2 quizzes. I was bummed, as I only got a 88% for the exam, but a felt a little better when I found...

  25. have to drop this semester/ depressed

    tfleuter replied to jakaden's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yup! I was just going to suggest online classes as well. That might take care of things. Otherwise, don't fret too much if you can't. If you look at the big picture, you still have many years...