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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 than the name. All I find is that PTT is also called...

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. Every single person in my graduating class (8 of...

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 testing date at any and all testing sites, if tha...

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 they still have the "openings" on their website, ...

Thanks for all the replies :)

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 to know before I jump in the water. Thanks!

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 not to give out my personal info to College Networ...

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 I scheduled my exam for a Thursday... the two wai...

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 sending in my application for EC!! I'm so nervous about...

i Passed!!!!!!!!!

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 in Two Business Days. However, I will try!!!

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 Nifedipine kept them from restarting for a couple more we...

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

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... and why. What was the typical wait list like? Than...

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 Excelsior.

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, anyhow..... I'm interested in seeing if there is a Kansas C...

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 care was substandard, and I would never have another...

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 format? We are at a loss. We have not had any he...

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 site?

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 boards. I live on the Kansas-Missouri state line (ab...

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 APTT, it does say they are the same, however it sh...

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 brush it off saying it's "for educational purposes...

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 the AFR does not want him out there behaving this ...

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 time, someone walked into the chapel and told my husb...

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 everyone at the "other" hospital. I was on the 7...