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  1. How should i prepare for nursing school? What should i be reading in advance?

    RNCEN replied to RescueNinja2013's topic in General Students

    Quite honestly, I would suggest you just relax until you NEED to really do some reading. If you get in, then you proved you know the pre-requisite material. This will be your last chance to relax...

  2. vented unvented

    RNCEN replied to kenpochic's topic in General Students

    I have seen drip chambers with and without vents. Those with vents are designed to allow air to be removed. In this image, you can see the small vent port between the spike and the chambers. Some...

  3. Flu shot controversy

    RNCEN replied to JeniRN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Our hospital requires proof of vaccination, or you cannot come to work/clinical, unless you can provide a religious reason why you cannot have it....and that must be backed up by contact with...

  4. REALLY, really silly question

    RNCEN replied to Sugar-Phosphate's topic in General Students

    Not in our program. The seniors give us flu vaccines, but no other invasive procedures are performed on one

  5. Foley balloon issues

    RNCEN replied to WI_home_RN's topic in General Nursing

    We just did our foley lab today. The reason for manufacturers saying NOT to inflate prior to insertion is that the balloon does not fully return to it's original shape (it remains slightly larger...

  6. ATI video gaff

    RNCEN replied to cmonkey's topic in General Students

    You haven't heard of that? It's the newest thing, we are all diluting pupils now!!! Good

  7. An error already

    RNCEN replied to cmonkey's topic in General Students

    I had to read this a few times initially....then I realized you meant "the

  8. VENT: 2 Points away from getting an A

    RNCEN replied to CBsMommy's topic in General Students

    I once missed an A in Microbiology by 1 question on the final exam. ONE QUESTION! I was not happy, but que sera, sera!! This type of thing helps us learn how we can be

  9. How not to get ****** at clinical?

    RNCEN replied to noyesno's topic in General Students

    Ding ding ding....we have a winner! That was my first thought as I read the original post. I would challenge the instructor on asking you to root through contaminated waste, especially after you...

  10. How did you cover your tuition costs?

    RNCEN replied to CSellers3's topic in General Students

    Loans and $ saved. Pay back what you can when you can, especially on unsubsidized loans..it will save you $$

  11. Best place to buy a penlight?

    RNCEN replied to raceman06's topic in General Students

    I bought the 6 pack from Amazon as well. The price was right....won't matter if I lose

  12. Taking a Pay Cut To Get Out of Nursing

    RNCEN replied to PAERRN20's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. I am not one to burn bridges, so the door was left wide open. I did not always want to be a nurse. I have friends who are nurses and like it. I enjoy science, medicine, and being around...

  13. Taking a Pay Cut To Get Out of Nursing

    RNCEN replied to PAERRN20's topic in General Nursing

    I am only a nursing student (older, non traditional)....but I will say that sometimes the grass is greener. There is always an element of unpredictability, hostile co-workers, schedule problems, etc....

  14. Soooo... Are you at a disadvantage at NS? I think I am.

    RNCEN replied to Spikey9001's topic in General Students

    You may have a slight advantage by NOT working as much. Make the best of the situation. Study hard with your free time. Work part time if you can. Buy a CHEAP car....older Hondas, Subarus, Toyotas...

  15. what the heck do you wear to a Nursing School interview?

    RNCEN replied to NurseBanana's topic in General Students

    I wore nice slacks, and a nice dress shirt with a v-neck sweater over it....but it was very chilly outside. I contemplated a suit, but didn't want to come across as being overly

  16. What date do you start Nursing school?

    RNCEN replied to healthstar's topic in General Students

    Glad I'm not the only one who is nervous. I have orientation on August 24th, and begin classes on the

  17. Quitting job to go to nursing school

    RNCEN replied to 2bnurseskip's topic in General Students

    I applaud you for your dedication. This is not an easy decision for anyone, especially those with children. You will never look back and ask, "what if". My last day at work is August 18th...after...

  18. Leaving full time job to go to nursing school...

    RNCEN replied to Krazy4pedsRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am leaving my job in August to begin school full time. I have been the sole breadwinner in our household for 7 years. This is a tough decision, but I will never be asking "what if". We will be...

  19. Tonight's Boston Med: nurses featured!

    RNCEN replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    Fribblet hit the nail on the head. My post was not directed towards any particular individual, though. I was simply stating that it is very easy to criticize the decisions and actions of another...

  20. What color is your stethoscope???

    RNCEN replied to sch1109's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Burgundy

  21. Tonight's Boston Med: nurses featured!

    RNCEN replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    It's easy to criticize from the armchair. Looking from the outside in sometimes makes it easy to choose the right path.

  22. What did you do before you were a nurse?

    RNCEN replied to CAPPYBARA BREAKFAST's topic in General Nursing

    Out of college (degree in Criminal Justice, but no energy to go back to Law School) I was offered a management job in the restaurant where I worked as a bartender and server/shift supervisor....3...

  23. Do they look at high school transcipts??

    RNCEN replied to xInspiredx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The program I am entering this fall REQUIRES your HS transcripts, regardless of how long ago HS may have been! They also require ALL college transcripts, regardless of dates

  24. Resigning Today

    RNCEN replied to Kyla.ann's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good luck, you'll be just fine! I have to do the same thing in about 6 weeks. I am also nervous, but I know it is a necessary step towards the

  25. Anxiety and the start of school

    RNCEN posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am feeling anxious about the start of nursing school in the August, particularly with regard to retaining knowledge from AP I and II. I got A's in both, but I feel as if I've forgotten so much!! I...