Despareux

Despareux

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  1. NCLEX VS. KAPLAN

    Despareux replied to Cindy 17's topic in General Students

    Seriously?!?! Kaplan questions are harder than boards? Because we take Kaplan tests at the end of every quarter. I have scored high on every Kaplan and find those questions far easier than the test...

  2. ADN students, how much do you study?

    Despareux replied to FLhusker's topic in General Students

    I went from studying to at least 5-8 hours per day down to about 1-2 hours per day. Over the course of three quarters, I learned to have confidence in what I do know, I learned how to apply theory...

  3. Did you ENJOY nursing school?

    Despareux replied to heartbeep's topic in General Students

    I just completed my 3rd quarter. I love nursing school and I also hate nursing school. I love the challenges of learning new material and managing my time most efficiently. But I hate that my...

  4. How many of you work full time? How do you handle it?

    Despareux replied to starmickey03's topic in General Students

    Having a solid support system is

  5. How many semesters is your program?

    Despareux replied to JustDes's topic in General Students

    Five for the nursing program. Took me two years of part-time just to complete my

  6. CDs that come with the books...

    Despareux replied to KristeyK's topic in General Students

    Love them and use them all of the time. I learn better from doing the Q&A w/rationales than I do from reading the

  7. how hard really is School and Work ?

    Despareux replied to prettypiedra's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Depends on your school, too. Some require more work than others. Nursing school is very much equivalent to a full-time job. If you're working, have kids, AND attending a nursing program--that is...

  8. Anyone worried b/c you did RN and not BSN?

    Despareux replied to Chris99mu's topic in General Students

    I'm not worried. I plan on starting an RN to BSN right after I pass my NCLEX. In my area, I'm pretty sure there's plenty of time for me (and others) to get their BSN. Of course, I would wait too...

  9. Not sure about Nursing School acceptance?

    Despareux replied to pumpkinlove21's topic in General Students

    There's no guarantee for re-admittance if you were to not return after your first semester, nor is there a guarantee for entry should you decide to reapply. Since there is no guarantee either way, I...

  10. OB Rotations

    Despareux replied to ImThatGuy's topic in General Students

    Was not thrilled about OB rotation. It was mostly observation and a lot of teaching. However, I did enjoy special care nursery. I hope you find some enjoyment out of this

  11. Giving kids botox vs. refusing lifesaving medical treatment...

    Despareux posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just read that the botox story was a hoax--the mother was paid a small amount of money to create a lot of issues in her and her daughter's life. I'm just thinking out loud and wanted your thoughts....

  12. Should we curtail the growth of nursing programs?

    Despareux replied to MikeyBSN's topic in General Nursing

    When I first started nursing school, I had no idea there so many nursing students just in my area alone. I was sort of bummed because there are only so many positions available. I do agree the...

  13. Giving kids botox vs. refusing lifesaving medical treatment...

    Despareux replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    True.

  14. Sometimes I have a hard time NOT being judgmental..

    Despareux posted a topic in General Students

    Especially toward the parents. Everyone once in a while I need someone to remind me that others have issues that may prevent them from being the best parent they can be. I understand that a parent...

  15. 3rd Semester: DONE.

    Despareux replied to AOX4RN's topic in General Students

    Almost done myself! Can't wait to chill with the family for the

  16. I graduated!!!

    Despareux replied to Arcadia73's topic in General Students

    Congratulations!! I bet you're

  17. Sometimes I have a hard time NOT being judgmental..

    Despareux replied to Despareux's topic in General Students

    Yeah, I thought that too. I also considered that maybe the parent does not fully understand their child's condition. You're right, being judgmental is a choice. Sometimes I need to settle my...

  18. Overwhelmed....will it always be like this?

    Despareux replied to FLhusker's topic in General Students

    Initially you may have to read everything. I had to, especially since I had zero experience in health care. I'm glad I read everything in fundamentals because in med/surg I barely read a thing; the...

  19. Should I get the CD's that come with the textbooks?

    Despareux replied to adls29's topic in General Students

    My fundamentals and assessment book CDs were worthless. But my med/surg CD was very, very helpful. Research book reviews and see what others have to say, or contact the company and ask about the CD...

  20. should I Keep my Micro Text book?

    Despareux replied to Jessicias85's topic in General Students

    I have not used my micro book at all since I started my nursing program. I keep it around for reference material for my kids. If my kids had no interest in it, then I'd either sell it or donate

  21. Nutrition

    Despareux replied to my4helpers's topic in General Students

    It was an unexpectedly tough course for me. I thought I knew a lot about nutrition, that is, until I took that

  22. Do you think younger generations have a sense of entitlement?

    Despareux replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    I do believe that a sense of entitlement is developmentally appropriate for adolescents and younger adults. I think the problem today is that it's taking a lot longer for the younger people to...

  23. Staying up to speed over summer break

    Despareux replied to exit96's topic in General Students

    It's all about my husband, kids, and getting in shape this

  24. Need Advice on Songs for Graduation~*~*~

    Despareux replied to luvmy2angels's topic in General Students

    i gotta feelin' by the black eyed peas

  25. Please help with Postpartum assessment!

    Despareux replied to Ochin09's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    No, it can dislodge a clot. I've done rotation at three different hospitals, and they no longer use this method. Our books state otherwise. Just check with your instructor or hospital