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  1. PTT & APTT - Differences?

    kate930 posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Other than the normal values, what is the difference between the APTT and the PTT? Since the lab values are difference, I would "assume" that there has to be some different between the two, other...

  2. Brown Mackie?

    kate930 replied to vintin2nm's topic in General Nursing

    I went to Concorde in KC for my LPN, graduated in 2005. I did see on their website the other day that they now have an RN program. I will tell you... OMG it was tough both mentally and emotionally....

  3. I am just sick!!

    kate930 replied to TIN65RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Oh how frustrating and disheartening! Sorry this has happened. I appreciate you posting about your experience. It just seems like they should have an option that you could accept the first available...

  4. LPN to RN Online Openings

    kate930 replied to PMFB-RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    It's been a while since this thread was originally started and I was curious if anyone had looked into their program and what kind of information you received. I did just look around their website and...

  5. Comprehensive list of states that are ok with EC?

    kate930 replied to kate930's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks for all the replies

  6. Comprehensive list of states that are ok with EC?

    kate930 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Is there a list that shows what states are ok with EC as well as any other relevent information concerning each state? We are a military family and knowing what states have EC obstacles would be good...

  7. College Network - LPN to RN?

    kate930 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've seen the advertisement on here for The College Network for those who want to go LPN to RN. Whenever I click on the link, I get a info form so they can contact me if I have questions. I'd prefer...

  8. Anyone fail with just 85 questions?????????

    kate930 replied to kate930's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you all for the kind words and the congrats! I wish all of you who are waiting for results or waiting to test, the absolute best!!!! Well, this means on Monday I will be job searching and...

  9. Anyone fail with just 85 questions?????????

    kate930 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Anyone know of someone who failed with only 5 questions???? I took my exam today. Holy cow! I do not feel like I was prepared, but the computer shut off at 85 questions. I wasn't even thinking when...

  10. Anyone fail with just 85 questions?????????

    kate930 replied to kate930's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

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  11. Anyone fail with just 85 questions?????????

    kate930 replied to kate930's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thanks for replying. It is hard not to get fixated on the number though!!!! I didn't think that I'd be able to check since the letter I received from Pearson-Vue said that I'd be able to get results...

  12. Preterm Labor: Magnesium Sulfate vs. Nifedipine

    kate930 replied to winewinn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I went into preterm with triplets at 22 weeks. They were able to stop my labor with Mag, and the decided to try a switch to Nifedipine. Because the contractions had stopped with the Mag, the...

  13. I did something stupid... no, embarrassing and stupid

    kate930 replied to JessicaInOr's topic in General Nursing

    I believe they are mostly members of the Kingman family. (or something close to

  14. Share you Deaconess Experiences!

    kate930 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've started looking into the Deaconess route for the LPN to RN program. I'd appreciate it if anyone would share their experiences (good and bad) with Deaconess, even if you decided not to enroll......

  15. Admissions process for Excelsior

    kate930 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    What is the admissions process like for Excelsior? Time frame, etc. Just curious if anyone has heard of someone, who's an LPN, NOT getting into

  16. Excelsior students in KC?

    kate930 posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I graduate LPN school in 52 days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyhow, I'm seriously considering going the Excelsior route now that Kansas SBN has made a "friendlier" ruling on Excelsior students. So,...

  17. Newborn in coma after accidently administered CO2 instead of O2...

    kate930 replied to klone's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I gave birth at Tripler Army Medical Center in 1990. Sadly, everyone calls it Crippler. Having had two other births at two other hospitals, I would say, without hesitation, the medical and nursing...

  18. New NCLEX Format

    kate930 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I graduate in May and know that there is a new format for the NCLEX that will be started in April of this year. Has anyone found good study guides/courses that are specifically designed for the new...

  19. Share you Deaconess Experiences!

    kate930 replied to kate930's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Any one care for some dip????? :-) I am actively looking into going the Deaconess route, and really appreciate everyone's input. Anyone have any suggestions on how they secured their clinical

  20. Share you Deaconess Experiences!

    kate930 replied to kate930's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I really appreciate EVERYONE'S input on this topic (even the EC input). My biggest reason for turning to Deaconess is the problems that Kansas is now having with EC and not being able to take the...

  21. PTT & APTT - Differences?

    kate930 replied to kate930's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Thank you for taking the time to reply!!! :) Our textbook shows a chart with various diagnostic tests. All three (PT, PTT, and APTT) are shown, as well as their lab values. For the tests PTT and...

  22. Huge Dilema RE: Nursing School Long!

    kate930 replied to Jen2's topic in General Nursing

    I believe it's called copyright infringment. I believe it's punishable, first offense, $200,000 fine and/or 7 years imprisonment. I've seen this happen at my own school. I've heard some instructors...

  23. Air Force Made Me MAD!!!

    kate930 replied to TrinaRoschelle's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I would find out who his SNCOIC (a 1st Sgt, MSgt... or whomever) is and make an appointment to see him. There is no reason for his behavior, nor his unprofessional conduct. I can guarantee you that...

  24. Nurses who are male, who work in OB/GYN?

    kate930 replied to The Bear's topic in Ob/Gyn

    About 2 years ago, my husband and I were sitting in church and realized that a couple we usually sat near, weren't there. We knew she was pregnant and due any day, so we were curious. About that...

  25. nurse hurt in line of duty

    kate930 replied to tonchitoRN's topic in General Nursing

    I worked at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau, MO in December of 1988 when Lifebeat crashed. Lifebeat was from St. Joseph hospital, but from the same town. Being a small town, everyone kinda knew...