crb613 BSN, RN

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    P.A.S.S questions - help needed!

    crb613 replied to Elleann's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :yeahthat: I am w/you! For the next question.... #2 since this would come w/assessing & getting a hx. I would not ask it in that way...sounds like she planned to get
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    What is......?

    crb613 replied to AmyD_RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Possibly something to do w/Broca area????....since its a complete loss of language
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    terminated and can't get another position (long)

    crb613 replied to I1tobern's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Well bigtex...good idea. I know when I was in Mgmt. I was taught ....the only thing I could say about former employees was.....term of service, and if we would/would not re-hire period. But I can tell...
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    P.A.S.S questions - help needed!

    crb613 replied to Elleann's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It is & isolation for 24 hrs I think but....I think you would need to assess 1st because of possible ICP & seizures????? I may be way
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    P.A.S.S questions - help needed!

    crb613 replied to Elleann's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The question is: When planning care for a child suspected of having bacterial meningitis, the nurse's first priority should be to: 1. Offer cool, clear fluids 2. Administer the antipyretic, per MD's...
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    I hate nights-feeling depressed

    crb613 replied to Jesskanurse's topic in General Nursing

    I worked nights for a long time in a previous job ( not nsg) it was awful! I would be so grouchy & mixed up on my days off....I would try to stay up on my last of my schedule so I could sleep that...
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    NCLEX Study Guide

    crb613 replied to *Renee*'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just pm her w/your email addy. You might want to tell her when you plan on taking the Nclex
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    How I'm reading my review questions?!

    crb613 replied to julesannfl's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am for reading the question slowly then I ask myself...what does this question want to know.....and is this a positive question= looking for a right response OR is this a negative question= looking...
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    HELP...Which Anatomy Flashcards Do I Buy???

    crb613 replied to Poohsdw's topic in General Nursing

    I did not use them instead I used my lab &
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    Nursing Shoes-Where are the best and most comfortable

    crb613 replied to nursinginga's topic in General Students

    Nikes have always been my favorite...just got a pair of shox & love them! They are so light, good support, & great for narrow
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    Hesi.....HELP

    crb613 replied to PooeyRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Its a pain in the butt! Health Education Systems, INC. It is suppsto predict your chances of passing the Nclex. You would have to check w/your school, but if you never heard of it....chances are you...
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    How many May graduates?

    crb613 replied to summersbreeze's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Pinning was the May 12th, and graduation the 13th!!! I start my job May 22nd...so no time off for me!!! Here in Ky. we have to do an additional 120hrs hands on pt care after graduation.... before we...
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    Hesi.....HELP

    crb613 replied to PooeyRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    My advice would be Saunders....do questions & read rationales. Know major diseases, drugs, & s/e, which pt to see 1st, what to do 1st, which pt for UAP, LVN, RN...diets are a big thing too. I...
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    First job...HELP!!

    crb613 replied to whoaitschrista's topic in General Nursing

    I am so glad I read this...I just took a job 7p-7a. I was told the average time on nights is 5 yrs before days are an option. I also want days. I have several other offers & think now I may go on...
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    What is your opinion of this situation?

    crb613 replied to newgrad06's topic in General Nursing

    This is just my opinion...& everyone has one but if this happened in my class I would not let just a few speak for me. I would probally find out how many oppose this idea & ask for a class...
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    Debinding books?

    crb613 replied to Golden_Clover's topic in General Students

    I just took an exacto knife...cut all the way through the binding glue...any pages that wanted to come apart I used a stapler. Now its not the prettiest thing but it
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    Debinding books?

    crb613 replied to Golden_Clover's topic in General Students

    I did this to mine, & would only take the section/s we were doing. I kept each chapter/s with my notes, worked great for test time too! People thought I was nuts for tearing apart my book....but...
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    Hesi.....HELP

    crb613 replied to PooeyRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What do you use to study with? I love Saunders, & have used it since my 1st day of school. Do the questions, & read the rationale. Do you understand what the question is asking? If you are...
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    Rheumatoid arthritis help please

    crb613 posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I need a picture of the body.... showing all body parts affected by RA. I have looked for ever & can't seem to find one. If I can just find a good pic of the body I can work w/that!
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    mnemonics for lab values????

    crb613 replied to firstclass's topic in General Students

    If you are talking about which goes with which try this... PTT...Heparin look at the 2 TT connect them & you have an H.....Heparin Also PTT is ~30-45 secs...~2x's more than PT. Then the other (PT)...
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    Exit Hesi vs Nclex how do they compare

    crb613 replied to crb613's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    congrats!!!!!:monkeydance: :balloons: :balloons: :balloons: way to
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    Exit Hesi vs Nclex how do they compare

    crb613 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I was just wondering if the exit Hesi is anything like the Nclex? If you have taken both how did they compare to you?
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    Exit Hesi vs Nclex how do they compare

    crb613 replied to crb613's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My sister went to EKU....I went to ST. Catharines. I live south of lexington too. I like Lexington, but don't want to drive. I am keeping my fingers crossed for you! I know the wait must be
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    Just hired on Med/surge

    crb613 replied to aunttae's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I am a little worried too...6 weeks is what I was told. I have absolutely no experience expect
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    Exit Hesi vs Nclex how do they compare

    crb613 replied to crb613's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks, & I was hoping you would say the Hesi was harder! I also used Saunders, and it has got me through the Hesi too. Good luck on your Nclex...I sure hope you passed :monkeydance: .....I am in...