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  1. Science on TEAS test

    Hi All, I've read so many posts that stated the science portion of the TEAS test comes out of nowhere (rock formation, etc). I'm wondering if I should get a geology study guide? Anyone have any useful input, suggestions? Everyone says the study g...
  2. Best shoes for a CNA/Nurse

    For all the walking, standing, etc...what shoes work best on your feet? Please tell specific brands as I will have to go shopping soon. All input is appreciated, thanks so much
  3. I haven't started nursing yet, and I'm out!!! OK, oxymoron there I'm a second career/second degree person, and I've switched to respiratory therapy which doesn't make as much in the long run, mainly bcse of everything I've read on this board. I have...
  4. I had anesthesia to pull out 2 wisdom teeth, I remember they said something about valium. When I woke up I told the Dr "I love YOu" back asleep, woke up told the nurse the same thing LOL
  5. Patient Load in Primary Care

    Thanks so much for the info :)
  6. Patient Load in Primary Care

    Hello NPs and PAs, Just wondering about working conditions in primary care. When you sign your contract, does it specify a minimum number of patients you must see during the year a (like MDs contracts)? Is it reasonable, are you able to do as much ...
  7. Patient Load in Primary Care

    Thanks so much for clarifying that, you seem to have quite a perfect fit in your career!
  8. Patient Load in Primary Care

    OMG! I can't imagine up to 70 per day, you are super busy! But now I'm confused, you are a CNS but working in specialty primary care--I thought primary care was limited to NPs. For instance, at our allergy/asthma doctor's office there is an NP. C...
  9. How long does a Cesarean section last?

    45min to1 hr, anesthesia is usually spinal tap or sometimes epidural.
  10. I've heard that being trained in phlebotomy is a BIG plus on your resume. If you can't find a job, here's a potential volunteer opportunity, you can volunteer for hospice, they do intense training that will show your prospective employer that you c...
  11. Try a home health company that is looking for a senior companion. They use people who don't have a CNA to be a "sitter" for elderly people. You may do errands, keep them company, go to religious activity, play checkers, etc. Most want CNAs but som...
  12. Freaking out! Exposed to HIV

    hugs to u
  13. Hi, I would really appreciate any good advice/suggestions. I am planning on becoming a second-degree nursing student. I am chaning careers because I want to work WITH people, not books/computers/numbers... and I want to help people, in the health...
  14. Soooooooooooooo Confused!!! Please help!!!

    I truly appreciate the replies. I called a medical center, and guess what an MD actually called back! :anpom: anyway, i didn't get into the nursing issues with her, just asked her personal opinion about whether to go RRT-PA or RN-NP to do primary c...
  15. Soooooooooooooo Confused!!! Please help!!!

    wow, and which one is more rewarding to you? pros/cons for each one? I am planning on shadowing both very soon, but like so many say, it really depends on the facility/person. thanks
  16. Soooooooooooooo Confused!!! Please help!!!

    classicdame, no not exactly. I think she is now getting to the ready-to-work in another field stage but her pay is really really great bcse of her experience level. she wants to transition to holistic nursing.
  17. Soooooooooooooo Confused!!! Please help!!!

    Thanks everyone for taking the time to respond. Let me clarify a few things. LOL, I am definitely NOT asking anyone to make my decision, yes I will make my own decision, I am fully capable of critical thinking. :) I want to get advice/suggestions ...
  18. Online RN program

    you should also determine whether the CRNA program that you are interested in requires a BSN. if so you will either have to complete a bridge program, or just go directly for a BSN. You can do a direct entry or accelerated program. If you have $35 ...
  19. A&P I Dilemma.. I have an A but I don't get it!

    I haven't taken A&P yet, but I have taken graduate level statistics online and received an A. I LOVE taking tough courses online, bcse you can go back and replay the lecture if you have difficulty figuring out something. I am planning on taking...
  20. Quit after first day of orientation!

    OP, maybe you can make another post to let people know about the hospital, maybe someone else will want to take up that opportunity for school + job.
  21. Pediatrics - teeth

    I think many people don't take their kids to the dentist until it's too late. I have a friend who's 3 year old son needed four--yes four cavities filled by his first visit to the dentist. I've heard many other moms say that their kids under 5 have ...
  22. Buddhist and there practices

    It would be great to take a cultural anthropology course or something similar. I know that most Jews and Muslims do not believe in autopsies and usually have a prayer. It's great that u are sensitive to their needs.
  23. Pediatrics - teeth

    one of my kids had it done at the peds office during an annual wellness exam. the ped did it though
  24. Starting to doubt nursing....

    another guardian here....
  25. I don't think I should return to nursing

    https://aceweb.gvltec.edu/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?~~083BOB89901D Online Refresher course for nurses out of state, also there's one for in-state (SC & FL nurses). They even have venipuncture online, click on healthcare and scroll all the way to ...