WickedRedRN

WickedRedRN BSN, RN

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  1. Time keeps on draggin'....

    WickedRedRN replied to Stdy2BaNurse's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Oh how I remember that frustration!! My mailman thought I was insane. Seriously, I think he started making our house the last stop of the day just to antagonize me more I know it is hard, just...

  2. Silent birth? Anyone see one?

    WickedRedRN replied to Sis123's topic in Ob/Gyn

    MARIE! I am seriously LMBO over here! My family thinks I have lost my mind, I just burst out laughing hysterically! I have to agree with you though.

  3. 2 tests the same day! OUCH.

    WickedRedRN replied to WannaBeMaleRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just buckle down and get them done. This is the case 9 times out of 10 in my program, 2 tests is almost a light

  4. PERRLA, is it worth it?

    WickedRedRN replied to WickedRedRN's topic in General Students

    Thanks everyone! Yes, I do have an APA book, and I am good at writing in that format, but I was thinking if there was a program to format it for me, would save SO much more time. I am checking out...

  5. april 2 is daylight saving time...love or hate

    WickedRedRN replied to ak47m203's topic in General Nursing

    My mom tells me we used to do it when I was little, but I don't remember it at all. My question is, how is this good for the economy? I just don't see it. I still am not used to it and it has been...

  6. april 2 is daylight saving time...love or hate

    WickedRedRN replied to ak47m203's topic in General Nursing

    I am in Indiana. My whole entire life, we have never observed DST. This year is the first year we have done it and I can honestly say I HATE this. I cannot for the life of me get the time changed...

  7. Help, help, help! Dosage calc ?

    WickedRedRN replied to WickedRedRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Ahhhh, I see!!! Thank you for explaining it. I was not doubting her, I just needed to see how she got there.

  8. Help, help, help! Dosage calc ?

    WickedRedRN posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Okay, here is the question. Dr orders 3/4 strength tube feeding. Prepared formula comes in cans containing 240 ml. How much water will you need to add to the formula to make a 3/4 strength...

  9. Silly Question about podiatist (med advice not needed)

    WickedRedRN replied to GeriatricSunshine's topic in General Nursing

    I had 2 nails permanently removed on the same day. Everyone is different as far as recovery goes. One toe was fine the next day, I could have worn shoes on it. My great toe took a bit longer to be...

  10. Anyone here have their kids in private school....?

    WickedRedRN replied to FNPhopeful's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Our daughter is in a private christian school. We live in a large city and the school district we live in is a shambles. We could have paid big money to have her go to one of the ourlying township...

  11. Anyone here have their kids in private school....?

    WickedRedRN replied to FNPhopeful's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

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  12. Why can't doctors just "TELL" their patients the TRUTH!?!

    WickedRedRN replied to MrsStraty's topic in Oncology

    I was just having this same discussion with somone today. I have FAR more faith in the opinions of nurses when it comes to matters of "time left" than that of doctors. (I have more faith in nurses...

  13. Cost of LPN school these days?

    WickedRedRN replied to flasandy42's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Well, let's see.... 53 credit hours at 80.30 per credit hour (if you are a resident, if not it is 162.35/hr)= 4255.90 for classes alone. 90.00 in "technology fee", 30.00 for the entrance exam,...

  14. I'm IN!

    WickedRedRN replied to Stdy2BaNurse's topic in Indiana Nursing

    wooooooooooo hooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!! congrats and welcome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :balloons: :balloons: :balloons: :balloons:

  15. IUK ASN program shutting down?

    WickedRedRN replied to WickedRedRN's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Heather, Good Luck to you, I hope you make it in. I always thought very highly of their program, I am sad to see it go. I hope I can get my BSN from IU when it is time for that. Yes, I got into Ivy...

  16. Keeping the faith.

    WickedRedRN replied to Crystle_clear's topic in Indiana Nursing

    WOO HOO Crystle!!!! Congrats! Enjoy your summer and make sure to take some time to relax before the craziness kicks in. It is an incredible

  17. Failed NCLEX, lost my job

    WickedRedRN replied to studentnurse74's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I know this has got to be a rough time for you right now. I am appalled your manager would do this to you! But you know you are an excellent student and are going to be a GREAT nurse!! You will...

  18. IVY Tech - Columbus campus LPN-ASN question

    WickedRedRN replied to IU95's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Hi IU95! No they do not require you to have any experience working as an LPN, only that you are licensed. I know girls that have graduated the LPN program in December and were enrolled in the LPN to...

  19. New & Improved TEAS Score!!!

    WickedRedRN replied to Stdy2BaNurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    WOO HOO!!! You rocked that test! Best of luck to you, do you know when the letters are coming out?

  20. Healthier Living Support Thread: PART TWO!

    WickedRedRN replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Health, Stress Management

    jess, best of luck to you in all you do! you will be missed, thanks for all the wonderful comments and the

  21. take my survey for stats class - PLEASE!

    WickedRedRN replied to LanaBanana's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    1 A 2 A 3 B Hope it

  22. Nurses and Nursing Students: what was/is your biggest pet peeve in nursing school?

    WickedRedRN replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

    See. that's the thing. I would want to know if it was me, but she is so insecure about everything, I know it will hurt her feelings. The other girls in class talk about her already, so I kind of...

  23. Healthier Living Support Thread: PART TWO!

    WickedRedRN replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Hi everyone! I have been hiding in a textbook as of late, but thought I would catch up on things. Hubby and I hit the gym this morning, 90 minutes of cardio and weight training. Have not been on...

  24. Nurses and Nursing Students: what was/is your biggest pet peeve in nursing school?

    WickedRedRN replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

    Here's a new one that just came up this past week....I had to go through a CPR class for my certs. I was paired with a girl in my class who is book smart, but very insecure about doing anything in...

  25. Nurses and Nursing Students: what was/is your biggest pet peeve in nursing school?

    WickedRedRN replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

    I have only been in nursing classes a few weeks, but I have noticed a girl in my class asks questions. To me, they are not out of the ordinary questions, not everyone in our class has been employed...