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    ADN to BSN or Accel BSN program?

    tokyoROSE replied to Nolander's topic in General Students

    Couple things to look at- price of the programs, and what is the job prospect in your area? Hospitals in my area will ONLY hire new grad with
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    Trying not to be a whiner.... but

    tokyoROSE replied to dingoatemybaby's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That sounds about right. Just wait for med/surg, same type of set up, but you have the lovely NCLEX-style questions where all the answer choices are right but one is the most right. At least A&P...
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    Mnemonic for blood flow through the heart?

    tokyoROSE replied to Iridescent Orchid's topic in General Students

    I just drew the heart (it's square). I know all the landmarks, but it helps to see them
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    Test Anxiety putting a damper on my grades..

    tokyoROSE replied to nalaa83's topic in General Students

    I would like to hear ways to combat test anxiety as well. So far in nursing school, I've just dealt with it. I have thought about going to the doctor for a rx (a few students have done this), but...
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    Question for those already in nursing school

    tokyoROSE replied to Nolander's topic in General Students

    One day of lab. It isn't rocket
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    Tuition Reimbursement Question ... Advice please!

    tokyoROSE replied to NurseB_'s topic in General Students

    Yes, that is too much to ask for. It is not a "maybe" I will work for you after I graduate, you signed a contract. It is legally binding. You have two options: Suck it up and fulfill your contract, or...
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    Can't Find Varicella Vaccine Anywhere!

    tokyoROSE replied to x_factor's topic in General Students

    Forgive me if this is silly, but why were you not immunized as a child? If you did receive the vaccine, you can get titers to see if you still have
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    And the weight gain begins..

    tokyoROSE replied to windmill182's topic in General Students

    For the most part, I was not able to work out during nursing school. Instead, I watch what I eat. I don't need to go into diet tips, everyone knows what is healthy and what is not. I've developed very...
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    why is med/surg a hard class to pass??

    tokyoROSE replied to 2bmalenurse23's topic in General Students

    Med/surg killed me not because I didn't know the material, but I didn't know how to answer the NCLEX-style questions. No matter how hard I studied, I would get B's. I did fine in A&P (got A's) but...
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    Question About "Senioritis"

    tokyoROSE replied to Despareux's topic in General Students

    I actually experienced senioritis my junior year, the toughest part of our curriculum. Our senior year is actually very light compared to that, so for me, it has gone away completely. Now I'm just...
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    Preceptorship blues

    tokyoROSE replied to weirhead69's topic in General Students

    I'm not sure what a clinical experience blue print is? I'm sorry you are having bad experiences. Even with my program, experiences vary widely depending where you are at and who are you with. I feel...
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    Curious, re nursing and weight loss

    tokyoROSE replied to Bonnie86's topic in General Nursing

    This is how I maintain my 100 lb frame. I have never eaten cafeteria food, just as I refuse to eat fast food. Don't pack bad foods either. My lunches always consist of rice, some type of veggies and a...
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    New grad took unwanted position, now what?

    tokyoROSE replied to KristoRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Go for the hospital job, but don't say a word to the LTC facility. Do what is best for you and your
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    stressing- how do you pay for nursing school

    tokyoROSE replied to CNA2day's topic in General Students

    I am sorry you are in such a tough place. One thing you did not address is scholarships and grants. Between my pell grant & scholarship, my tuition, fees, books, and health insurance are covered....
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    How can I stop being stupid with NCLEX questions?

    tokyoROSE replied to Hellostudentnurssee's topic in General Students

    Here is my advice. Get a Saunders NCLEX book and practice 20 questions a day. Read the rationales. My biggest regret was not doing this while I was taking med/surg. I was always busy studying and...
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    ABC`s help .. nursing priorities

    tokyoROSE replied to Student2001's topic in General Students

    Seems like you need to see examples of priorities to 'get it'. Example, you are going to help someone who is choking (airway) before helping someone who is bleeding out (circulation). No, they are not...
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    Travel time to clincals

    tokyoROSE replied to Britt2007's topic in General Students

    I'm spoiled by my 8 mile drive to class, I've been complaining about my 60 mile commute to clinicals. I live in a town where places are relatively close. I dislike driving, I have a big fear of car...
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    Seriously Considering Quitting

    tokyoROSE replied to jackometer's topic in General Students

    Don't quit! It will get better I promise. What is your instructor's rational of going over background and priorities for over an hour? That is really not important at 7am. Report on two pts should...
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    The Hidden Costs of Nursing School

    tokyoROSE replied to *4!#6's topic in General Students

    I've been able to save a lot with hidden costs. I buy everything I NEED, not everything I want. Needs: Tuition (covered w/ scholarship) Books (covered w/ scholarship) Health insurance (covered w/...
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    Having a dog during nursing school

    tokyoROSE replied to jiwonkim89's topic in General Students

    Is your dog just a genius or what? Between this and how he can unlock the door and gain access to the doggie door to let himself out. You need to record him for a day. I wonder if he acts out because...
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    Magnet hospital testing

    tokyoROSE replied to bhnurse's topic in General Students

    I was taught that's how typical interviews are these days. "tell me a situation when..." lots of scenarios, teamwork, communication questions. Not really an indication of magnet hospitals. Magnet...
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    How do you retain knowledge post grad?

    tokyoROSE replied to brettt's topic in General Students

    I'm not trying to be a smart ass, but how do you not retain info? Perhaps if you were five years post grad I could understand. But for two and a half years I've got this stuff drilled into my head. No...
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    compass test

    tokyoROSE replied to Live2Heal's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Is the compass test a national, standardized test? If yes, I can give you some pointers. At my school, we were able to take the test twice per semester. The first time I didn't do so well because I...
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    Is getting a BSN worth the insane amount of money?

    tokyoROSE replied to bkingren1031's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are you kidding me, price doesn't matter?? You have to pay back a loan. It is not a hand out. In this economy, price definitely matters. And price does not equal quality. Private universities are all...
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    When to go for BSN?

    tokyoROSE replied to aachavez's topic in General Students

    My area is suburban and the hospitals are pushing BSN's hard. I am glad (less competition!) because I plan to get my MSN anyway. I have NO idea how ADN nurses are faring here, perhaps nursing homes...