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hum.. I don't know if you guys already know, but you should call you LSC campus and ask if you need the meningitis vaccine. I know we (current nursing students need it) at Cy-Fair. Also don't buy a expensive BP cuff. get a cheapo. YzGyz

I had the observation day yesterday. Found garage 2 that leads into the front entrance of St. Luke's. The street's name is Richard Johnson street or something like that. Parking was free. The arm for the garage is cut short for bike to enter and leave. Thanks for the very helpful tips. You saved me some $$$

So does this garage 2 belong to TCH? can I find it on thier site?

I will be having clinical days at Houston's TCH. Anyone knows of a cheap/free place to park a motorcycle? It would save me a lot of time and $. I would be able to ride to and from TCH in the HOV while saving gas $$. I also have a obs day at 6624 Fannin, Houston 77030. If anyone knows of a good cheap place or way to get parking at there two areas. Please lmk. (I don't mind walking a block or two) Thanks

Hello, I'm a nursing student in Houston and will have to do clinical days at TCH in a few weeks. I would like to be able to ride my motorcycle to and from the hospital so I can use the HOV lane and save gas (bad traffic in the morning and I get ~45 mpg). I live way out on 290w near the "fire." Are there any place or places that I can park for cheap or free near TCH. I don't mind walking a block or two from my parking spot to TCH. I also have a clinical obs day at 6624 Fannin, Houston 77030. Does anyone know a place to park for cheap or free there? Thanks

try googling any local Firefighter house. They are CPR certified and some of them give free classes. You just have to find one that does BLS and not the regular one (such as for swimmers). I got mine done at Katy's 4th fire station for like $25.

uptake = when one neuron takes in (via dendrites) neurotransmitter that was sent out by a different neuron (neuron 2 picking up neurotransmitter from neuron 1) reuptake = when a neuron takes in it's own neurotransmitter that it sent out for another neuron (neuron 1 picking up neurotransmitter from neuron 1; which is itself) reuptake inhibitors = in stops cell (1) from picking up the "excess" neurotransmitter. This in turn allows other neurons to potentially take in more neurotransmitter.

Yes, this is very true. Although, I can do 100 all at once. My brothers and I use to do push-up for everything competitive. We would make bets when we bowl. Something like: if you don't hit 9 pins or better, you do 20 (per person you bet against, there was 6 of us including me). Another one is playing cards. First place deals the cards, 2nd dose 10, 3rd dose 15, 4th dose 20. Lets just say that at the end of these days, everyone is hurting!

I wouldn't say it's pathetic not being able to do 25 pushups. I would however say it's not a good thing. Being in good physical condition dose wonders for the body. I'm not saying get ripped up or anything (although that would be awesome). As posted above, start out doing as much as you can do in one go. Lets say you did 10. Rest for about a minute, and try to do at least as much as last time. Then try to make it a goal to be able to do 1 more pushup than the last time every night. If you can't do the regular one with your legs strait, go ahead and do the bent knee one. Your muscles will eventually get strong enough to do it the other way. If your in that bad of shape, you will most likely have a sore abs the next day.

I'm not a RN yet, but i know if i had the time for it, I would totally do it. I really don't see what is wrong with it, other than the act is kinda out of place (like i said, I'd still do it). Is it any different from a smoking break, snack break, ohh I have to go put some lotion on break, I need to get a Tylenol for my headache break, or what not?

I suggest a ADC stethoscope. I ordered mine off Amazon (which in turn advertised for Medexsupply). I've done a lot of research (probably over 25hrs) befor I went and ordered them. I bought the ADC 603 (comparable to the littemann II) and the ADC 609 (comparable to the Littemann lightweight). Why two? Just in case I lose one. I will still have something to use in school/clinical while I order myself another ADC 603. I've have yet to use it in class but I have messed around with it for a few hours listening to my siblings and myself. The ADC 609 is really nice. It's lightweight, comfy and clear. I defiantly say it's a not just good, but great bang for the buck. However, as good as the ADC 609 is, I like the 603 a LOT more. It's heavier but so much easier to use. I can place in just about anywhere on the torso and hear some kind of bodily sound, although the 609 can as well (... I don't mean fart.. even though you can probably hear that as well). The 603 is just easier to use. It may sound silly. I mean all you have to do is place it on something and listen, but it just is. You hear things a lot easier with less effort (perhaps hand noise don't transfer through the headpiece of the heavier 603 as easily). I tried a whole bunch of things with both (listening to my stomach digest food, breathing, heart, ect.). They are both worth it. Ohh yeah, forgot to mention that I am only in my first semester of school and have little experience on medical equipment. This is all though my own personal experience with the scopes. ADC ADSCOPE-Lite Highly Sensitive Light Weight Stethoscope, Adult, Navy ADC ADSCOPE 603 Stainless Steel Stethoscope, Navy, Adult HTH YzGyz

My RN program only allows 2 absents. If your late and the door is closed, you just missed out. They are trying to get you used to the rules that will be implemented later on when you become a RN. When your late, the other person can't go home, and you also mess up the "planed schedule" for the day. All I know is that i don't mess around with coming to class late and risking getting kicked out because of it. It took me some time and hard work to get here. I will try my best to keep my spot on the roster knowing that my school only accept 50 students every 6 months. YzGyz

I had to clear this up for my A&P teacher (she is good, but for the life of her, she could not get the point out to the "whole" class). Hydrostatic pressure= pressure exerted by the water or liquid. Imagine a big pipe filled with water. The pressure at the top is minimal compared to the water pressure at the bottom (due to the "top" water stacking on the "bottom" water). Now imagine laying this pipe down on it's side. Instead of having gravity and "top" water creating the pressure, you have a pump (you guessed it, your heart). This pressure as stated above; forces the liquid into the interstitial space so the cells can make use of the "stuff" it carries. Osmotic pressure= it's not really "pressure". It's more like a balancing of water. The higher concentration goes to the lower concentration until both are equal. Also stated above, the albumin is what causes this balancing act to happen. Think of it as a sponge. It pulls/attracts liquids back into the veins. As for sodium: sodium naturally "attract" water. Wherever sodium is, water follows (This is the reason why the angeiotenson/aldonsterone effect increases BP, it retains/attract water; keeping it from being exported from the body. The greater the blood volume, the greater the BP. The more you have to pump = the stronger the pump will be, kinda) HTH YzGyz

Ohh, there's no doubt that nursing is a easy or comfy job. It requires lots of skill, knowledge and education to be proficient in it. All I know is IMO, it's a lot better than plumbing/HVAC. The poo RNs have to face is nothing compared to being waist deep in a septic tank, or crawling around on your knees in a hot summer attic making sure that you only rest your knees on the 2 by 12's that make the ceilings below while lugging/dragging a 150lb ac unit around. And with the 5+ years of experience, I have yet to make more than $16/hr. I'm not trying to win a "worst job" contest. I'm just saying that nursing is what I choose to do for the next 20+ years. Going back to school is one of the best decisions in my life. Hiving gone and acquire higher education really open my eyes to just about everything. You realizes the the world is about and have to offer (good and bad). Although I have little to no actual experience about what is to come nursing wise; all I know is that I'm not stopping until I become some kind of nursing specialist. As for the outlook on employment in the nursing career; I too think that it is a regional thing. Like every other job in the world, you have to make yourself stand out from the crowd. You been to be able to sell yourself for all your worth and more. YzGyz YzGYz

Actually, I would probably never advise anyone to pursue a career in plumbing H/VAC. I'm switching from H/VAC to nursing myself. It's a tough job. It takes a toll on your body big time. I'm only 27 and I have minor back and knee pain. People always seem to think, gee it must be nice to be in A/C all day helping people and making a lot of $$$. You should see the faces of many people when i tell them that I install/fix the broken unit in the freezing snow or crawling around in a 120 degree attic to fix/install whatever is broken only to leave when i finally get it to work properly. All I know is that i hate going into attics on hot summer days. I don't know about you, but I have had many days where I literally drink over a gallon of water and not urinate once all day.As for the pay, it's not that great. Sure you make more than the average American individual (mean), however; the average American makes less than $35k a year. It took me a little while, but I will be staring nursing school next week. I can't wait. I have a fairly strong stomach and been through a lot of sh*t if you know what I mean. It might be a bumpy ride, but i was always one of the kids that sat int he back of the bus. I can't wait until I get out of school and get to work. I know it's a lot more comfy than the attic. Congrats Wez, hope I can land a nice job in some kinda of ICU. YzGyz

I turned all my paperwork in Monday afternoon. No, i was not told to get a titer done. Did you get a false reaction tot he TB test? I think that is when you need to get a titer. Anyhow, the lady that gave the pp at orientation was the one that took all my paperwork. As far as I know, I was good to go. And no, they do not have/know when the medical insurance will be ready. They have yet to hear from them. YzGyz

yupper, parking sucks down there. It's just ridiculous having to pay for school, books, parking and so many other things. I am not a student attending there, however i did have to go there a few times to turn in paperwork/apps and attend a few RN seminars (at Colman and other Rn colleges around there). The first two time, i had to pay $10 to park. The 3rd time, I rode by the parking lot's maintenance personnel and and ask if there were any cheaper lots. He said no, and smiled. i was shocked at first, but then he told me to walk/talk to the dean to get a pass to put on my bike. Motorcycles and the likes can park in there for free in the pillar area (right by the steps/ bus stop). He said the cut the tow arm short on purpose so that bikes can squeeze pass and not have to pay. So if you have a bike, use it. YzGyz

As far as i k know, acceptance is based on score only. As for retaking the class to turn it into a A to raise your score, that all depends on how well you do on the hesi. If you can kick butt in the English portion, than you might not have to. The goal you really want to shoot for is a 11.5 or somewhere really close to that. i think the difference between a B and A is .200 points or something around there. If i had a Batchlors, i would take the prereqs (psyc, bio, engl) if i needed them, and apply at a 4 year nursing program as my primary goal and apply to the CC for my secondary goal. But then again, this is just me. gl

Not to be rude or anything of that kind, but why would a person enter a "unpaid internship" to gain experience when you can do volunteer work? Not only is it experience, but karma. You will feel and others will see your contribution to society. I would defiantly volunteer and gain experience/insight at a job or career over "unpaid internship" unless they somehow do away with volunteer work due to overstaffed unpaid RNs. YzGyz

yes it was lilag... it took a good while to read that darn book!!! The sucky part was that teh test was based ont eh PP and not as much of the book.. anyhoo.. guess i will see you on monday. YzGyz

Pharm is a 'different' type of class. It is nor really hard, but a heck of a lot of work. I read every chapter that was cover for our first test and was still stumped on a few questions on the exam. As for the blue card, it took a long time before I received mine. I did however get it in the mail about 2 or 3 weeks ago. I did my fingerprint and whatnots a few days after i got my acceptance letter however. I think Lilag also received her blue card a few days after I did. YzGyz

kool, thats. I'm not the best at navigating this site. Just so many forums and topics!! Thanks

I'm against this all the way. The idea and intent may have been aimed in the right direction,however it seems to be more to the benefit of the hospital than the 'interns'. It actually seems like the hospital is simply abusing their position and leading 'hopeful' new grads around. Sure, new grads are gaining experience among other things, but it is all in attempt to gain a job. Another issue is that while these new interns are working for free, they are also filling in and covering possible 'positions' that would otherwise be a hired new grad. What about the work ethics of the said facility? Do you think the 'interns' will be treated and taught at an appropriate manner or would they become lackeys that would be only taught and assigned task that the superior would rather not do (it's surprising what length people will go to get a job such as work for free for if this thing go though). Then there is the "intern's" work ethics. Yes their will be the kind that will try their best and work hard in attempts to get a job. Then their are some that think 'well, I'm not getting paid so I will only do what I want". This may become a big problem for both side. Patient's care may be neglected leading to severe consequences, hospitals may have to 'work around' useless interns or babysit interns and so many other things. All in all, this is a horrible idea. It's a big conflict in interest in the end. Hospitals are looking for free work, new grads are looking for paid work. YzGyz

How come their arn't many post or a sticky on Pharmacology? This class is tough due to the massive amount of info and overlap of medications regarding specific biological disorders. It seems like everyone is only worried about A&P for prenursing and not worried about the pharm that is to come. YzGyz

Joker? NO... I'm just not the serious type. I try to lighten up the atmosphere to suit my life style/attitude. Yes the class seem easier than I thought it would be. As you stated, it may all change after the first test. I will pm you my e-mail and cell in case you/me need help or anything. YzGyz