guest042302019

guest042302019 BSN, RN

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  1. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I agree as long as electronic methods are used properly. I wonder if the powerpoint issue is really rooted in technology boom. Nursing instructors are attempting to cater to the young people, like...

  2. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    May I also say that I've heard primarily from nurse educators. I wonder why that is. Maybe some educators out there could explain to me the current state of nursing education. Is is hard to break the...

  3. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I agree with you but at the same time I don't. I'm not asking to be spoon fed and I am responsible for learning. However, teaching, I believe, in the adult realm should be of higher caliber. Nursing...

  4. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    This is astounding to me! I've seen the disconnect between school and real life. I imagine this common among many professions. I, also, see people just accepting the status quo.

  5. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    WOW...I have to say that your situation sounds a little more difficult than mine. I just want change in nursing education strategies. That program sounds like there is much more going on. I'm sorry...

  6. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Nifty. I like the uniqueness of your teacher's

  7. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Honestly, I'm not surprised about the response of any of your classmates. We can't be toooo hard on educators. It's everywhere. The powerpoint fetish is viral. I believe it's time for a change. Now,...

  8. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Vastly different as in negative? Or, positive? I appreciate the teachers that know their stuff. Also, I think a person can present material in an engaging way even not having a super expert knowledge...

  9. Nursing Classroom Education: The big bang of powerpoint slavery

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I appreciate your thoughts. :) I have a feeling that all educators want the students to become good nurses and enjoy schooling. I also understand that there are forces at work that cannot be ignored....

  10. Care plan help

    guest042302019 replied to theviolinist's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Use the nursing process that you've been taught. Assessment: what objective/subjective findings have you found? Diagnosis: What labels have you found according to your assessment findings? Planning...

  11. Want to open my own Hospice Campus

    guest042302019 replied to stardust80916's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think it is noble have a goal like this in mind. It remind's me a MLK's "I have a dream speech" for some reason. I would imagine that there are many, many routes to accomplishing this first. A bit...

  12. How to make an A in a&p1?

    guest042302019 replied to Apples9847's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Welcome to Allnurses. I have been here for many years. These folks have helped me from the very position you're at to graduating nursing school. :) With that being said, congrats on getting a B thus...

  13. Appropriate IV for pneumonia???

    guest042302019 replied to jennys77's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I agree with above poster. I have just a little to add to help you go into the right direction (hopefully). :) Is D5 1/2 NS appropriate for pneumonia? How does one determine this? First: We need to...

  14. Clinical Instructor Sharing Information from My Journal

    guest042302019 replied to sKris's topic in General Students

    While you aren't a spy, you can keep people accountable for their actions (even as a student). Maybe a warning from your instructor so you weren't caught surprised, would've been nice. However, it...

  15. Alternative Nursing Careers

    guest042302019 replied to popcrnlvr's topic in General Students

    Google, "Alternative Nursing Careers."

  16. Too Many Prototypes...

    guest042302019 replied to pnc2015's topic in General Students

    Oh boy, I know how you feel! I think I would go to your professor and see what he/she would like you to know about each drug. Also, you aren't going to remember everything about each drug. I've read...

  17. How can I prepare for Pharm I and Pathophysiology?

    guest042302019 replied to Nursing2102's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I guess the most obvious I can think of is get your books early and start skimming some chapters. Request the syllabus from your professor and go through the first few weeks of reading. Also, review...

  18. question about heart failure

    guest042302019 replied to mlauren's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Patient Condition: Heart Failure S/S: decreased bowel sounds (hypoactive), muscle weakness Meds: Lasix Which med to give, lasix or 20meq/L potassium? I can see why you would ask about lasix. However,...

  19. First Clinical. Where was yours?

    guest042302019 replied to RubberDuckieLove's topic in General Students

    My first clinical was on a MED/TELE unit. There was a fair amount of cardiac, renal, pulmonary, and some GI stuff. Primarily, I would see CHF, pneumonia, and renal insufficiency/failure. The first day...

  20. question nurses at the bedside

    guest042302019 replied to ghansen99's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I wonder if staff ratios, better assignments, and a less work load is going to happen. I read regularly and hear often that its' the direct opposite. People are even more concerned because of the new...

  21. Labtop or ipad for nursing school?

    guest042302019 replied to cnoto34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That's interesting that your program requires an ipad. Hope they have loners because those aren't cheap. I'm too broke to afford such a device. Pen and paper for me please

  22. Intro to chem enough? Basic biology ok to pass the hesi?

    guest042302019 replied to vettechtoRN's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    There are some human biology elements on the test that I don't believe the average biology class covers. It would be you interest to pick up a basic human biology textbook and review that. This one I...

  23. physiology and microbiology in same semester

    guest042302019 replied to mee9mee9's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You'll be busy but it is manageable. Hook up with a study group early for your micro and physiology class. A group will be very beneficial to you!

  24. Self paced Lifespan Psych?

    guest042302019 replied to yaynursing123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have to say that a psych lifespan class isn't going to be easy anywhere. It's a fair amount of reading and a new type of information (especially if you don't have children). There isn't an easy...

  25. Labtop or ipad for nursing school?

    guest042302019 replied to cnoto34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Save your money and don't get an i-pad. There are plenty of quality tablets out there for a quarter of the price and much more customizable. For instance, I have a nexus-7. It's way lighter, way...