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  1. Always_Learning

    Loneliness Interventions?

    Always_Learning replied to FairyPopsicle's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    "Cedexa" is Celexa, an anti-depressant. I got nothin' on the other
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    Go ahead...ask me!

    Always_Learning replied to Always_Learning's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm so glad I could encourage you a bit! :redpinkhe As far as losing patients, this is something I came to terms with a bit before I even started nursing school. I worked in a nursing home at that...
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    Go ahead...ask me!

    Always_Learning replied to Always_Learning's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think this is very individual, and might depend on what type of learner you are. Pre-reqs are typically hard because of the content, much of which is memorization. For instance, I had to memorize...
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    Go ahead...ask me!

    Always_Learning replied to Always_Learning's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hmmm...I have lots of favorite parts. Learning about the human body amazes me. Patients never cease to amaze me with their perseverance, patience, and kindness with students ("SURE you can try to...
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    Is it me? Last few weeks of NS and my motivation is flagging.

    Always_Learning replied to DolceVita's topic in General Students

    With a month left until graduation... I am tired of classes. I am tired of classmates. I want to punch one instructor in particular. I love my patients but can't stand doing anything class-related....
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    Hmmmmm Why Do Nursing Students Fail?

    Always_Learning replied to yel550i's topic in General Students

    As llg mentioned above, be willing to seek help, and seek it early. I have been approached by several students near the end of a semester who were requesting help studying and were in a near...
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    For Fun--Kudos 2 Me...The "toot your own horn" thread

    Always_Learning replied to tammy1974's topic in General Students

    Haha! LOVE this! I'm telling everyone that will listen
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    For Fun--Kudos 2 Me...The "toot your own horn" thread

    Always_Learning replied to tammy1974's topic in General Students

    I am set to graduate from nursing school in 32 days (but who's counting?!) with a 4.0 GPA! When I started I wasn't even sure I could pass and I had the self-confidence of a gnat, but I did
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    Medical words that make you cringe.

    Always_Learning replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Students

    Our NS actually encourages us to use the term "residual limb." So there ya
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    Any good Psych nurse units near Dayton, OH?

    Always_Learning replied to babblingbrook's topic in General Nursing

    Google "Premier Health Partners." They have several hospitals in the area; in particular, Miami Valley Hospital is well known for being a Level 1 trauma center, but I'm sure they probably offer...
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    Does anybody else get this from family or friends.....

    Always_Learning replied to vccorscc's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yup, yup, yup. I remember that one..."YOU?!! Nursing school?! But WHY?" By means of encouragement, I heard that from friends and even family members while I was working on my pre-reqs for the nursing...
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    HELP!!Need assistance with assigment

    Always_Learning replied to emilytsay1207's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Your altered tissue perfusion is a valid nursing diagnosis, so work with that one. If you don't have a book for nursing diagnoses already, our program uses the Handbook of Nursing Diagnoses by...
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    How did you cover your medical insurace requirement?

    Always_Learning replied to puravidaLV's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    If you are (or can become) a member of the National Student Nurse Associatione (NSNA), they offer discounted health insurance for members. I can't speak for the quality or the exact cost, but it might...
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    HELP!!Need assistance with assigment

    Always_Learning replied to emilytsay1207's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The only NANDA-approved nursing diagnosis you have listed is the Altered/Ineffective Tissue Perfusion. Claudication and hypertension would be medical diagnoses, and smoking and obesity would be...
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    need some guidance...

    Always_Learning replied to passionbird's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    An appeal, accompanied by some of your more pertinent medical records, would probably be a very powerful thing. After all, you didn't drop out because you felt like it; you were diagnosed with cancer...
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    My mom has Pancreatic Cancer

    Always_Learning replied to rxy1223's topic in General Students

    First of all, hugs to you. I know how scary a cancer diagnosis can be, as my husband was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer right at the beginning of my second semester of nursing school. (Marvelous...
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    How to be a good Patient Access Patient Representative?

    Always_Learning replied to Lily-rose's topic in General Nursing

    I work in Patient Access; you have to multi-task very well and be able to smile when people yell at you (ha!) It is an entry-level position but typically there is a lot to learn as far as insurance...
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    Daytonite has passed away...

    Always_Learning replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    What sad news. She was a great teacher, a great nurse, and she will be sorely missed.
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    Is this abandonment?

    Always_Learning replied to ra3583's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, I believe so. If you had given proper notice to allow for someone else to resume care, that would be one thing. But it doesn't sound like that's what
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    Are females attracted to male nurses....or just really laugh at the males doing this?

    Always_Learning replied to mpolo's topic in General Students

    Well, I am married and am pretty darn in love with the guy, so I don't look around at my male classmates. However, if I was single, I see no reason why I would consider male classmates less appealing...
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    Time of the month in light colored scrubs

    Always_Learning replied to jkmk's topic in General Students

    I wear all white uniforms for school (bah!) and my advice: invest in a pair of Spanx (or some generic brand that is less expensive). This, worn under scrubs, has several advantages: Acts as a...
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    Scaring me!

    Always_Learning replied to Dragonsmack's topic in General Nursing

    ROFL!!!!!
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    Please clarify some designation acronyms

    Always_Learning replied to tango.in.paris's topic in General Nursing

    BSN = Bachelor of science in nursing LVN = Licensed vocational nurse LVP = ? LPN = Licensed practical nurse CNA = Certified nursing assistant ADN = Associate degree in
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    Happy Holidays

    Always_Learning replied to sh1901's topic in General Students

    :gingerbreadman: Well said! Merry Christmas!
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    Finding myself terrified of looking stupid in clinicals

    Always_Learning replied to reddragonfly's topic in General Students

    Hi there, I have to remind myself of this also, but do you know your apprehension is a good thing? Most experienced RNs and faculty will tell you there is nothing more frightening (and dangerous) than...