Stcroix ASN, PhD, RN

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    List of most commonly prescibed meds, please

    Stcroix replied to Stcroix's topic in General Nursing

    My first clinicals will be at med-surg, then
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    Nursing school app., list all activites since high school?

    Stcroix replied to FirmlyAnchored's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think they are looking for a well rounded person. Obviously, a person straight out of high school will have a different list than the OP. I would hit the highlights that you feel are your...
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    Question about HESI A2 Entrance retakes!

    Stcroix replied to future_RNurse321's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    At the school I went to, you retake the whole exam. I believe it is a standard
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    Things you would love to say to your fellow nursing students!

    Stcroix replied to Faeriewand's topic in General Students

    If you hit me with that 200# rolling dufflebag you call a book bag ONE MORE TIME, I'll wrap it around your
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    My anxiety seems to interfere with everything in NS

    Stcroix replied to ERsn's topic in General Students

    I've had anxiety issues for years. Now I am in school too. I try to remember that fear is a reaction to what is happening right now. Within reason, this is a natural reaction to something new to...
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    What is a proficient score for TEAS

    Stcroix replied to Classylady85's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am sure scores that are considered "proficient, exemplary, advanced " are determined by individual programs. One school I applied to accepted students starting around 70% adjusted score. Some...
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    What is the most important trait to have as a nurse?

    Stcroix replied to blessed2bfree's topic in General Nursing

    No one said "critical thinking". Thank you, thank you. I have been critically thunk to death. It has been used so much I believe it has lost most of it's meaning. You guys said it much
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    Things you would love to say to your fellow nursing students!

    Stcroix replied to Faeriewand's topic in General Students

    To the young lady with the very large bust (I never thought I would say this)...Please try to cover the 'girls' when you come to class, I am here to learn. And by the way, whatever that undergarment?...
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    What is your policy on discussing grades with classmates?

    Stcroix replied to aem31's topic in General Students

    I learned a long time ago to keep things like grades private. People will gossip anyway, but I don't join in. If asked I will say,"I did well, I am satisfied, and you?" That usually turns attention...
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    i'm SCARED!

    Stcroix replied to lalaladee's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I got a bachelors at age 22. I have returned back to school, finished my prereq's and just started in a nursing program, and I am 58. In my cohort of 24 students, you would be one of the youn'uns!...
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    Help With Protein Synthesis

    Stcroix replied to BSNMomOf6's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ok here goes. DNA codes for all protein. When the need comes for a specific protein, the DNA double helix 'unzips' into two single strands. One of these strands acts as a template for Messenger RNA...
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    Term paper advice pleaseee!!!

    Stcroix replied to MMDearing's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here is the best site for proper formatting of a paper. The Purdue OWL lab. You will find tons of tips on writing as well as formatting! Purdue OWL My other comment is to meet and talk to your...
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    Question for all you Dansko lovers

    Stcroix replied to Stcroix's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Thanks for the replys, i am going to try a pair.
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    Question for all you Dansko lovers

    Stcroix posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Many people have recommended Danskos to me. I have arthritis in my big toe, and need a shoe that stays stiff even after breaking in. My question is, do Danskos stay stiff like you see in the store...
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    What is so hard about A&P 1?

    Stcroix replied to Miwila's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took A&P ii in a 12 week summer session along with 2 other classes (Eng Comp & Human Dev). I am a dedicated student like you, and 'put my time in'. I did very well in my classes, so yes,...
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    What is so hard about A&P 1?

    Stcroix replied to Miwila's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes A&P is challenging. Guess what, nursing classes are even more so, believe me. Many students that don't do well make loads of excuses why, that's only natural. Bottom line is, you need to do...
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    Colloid osmotic pressure -vs- hydrostatic pressure

    Stcroix replied to occc2010rn's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Water always 'follows' solutes. Think of the water trying to seek a balance of solutes inside and outside the vessel. If the body retains or has too much sodium, water will follow, and result in...
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    homes

    Stcroix replied to JonB04's topic in General Nursing

    I was a Realtor in a previous life. There are loads of formulas to calculate the max home you should buy. The best and simplest I have seen is you should not buy a home more than 2 1/2 times your...
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    Ya know what I really hate about NS right now? just a little vent...add yours

    Stcroix replied to DayDreamin ER CRNP's topic in General Students

    My profs are mostly well prepeared and post things in advance. However, class starts in a matter of days and one failed to post the textbook on the bookstore web site as of 2 weeks ago. I emailed...
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    Hep B vaccine

    Stcroix replied to Strwbrywne's topic in General Students

    I have an aquaintance (a nurse) that has had the series 3 times because her titer falls over the course of 5+ years. Makes sense to check it sometimes! Do any of you get the hep A series
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    So how/what do people react when you tell them you're a student nurse?

    Stcroix replied to chibisam's topic in General Students

    The reaction I get without fail is some form of shock. They pause, and search for words. Maybe it's because I'm 58. Maybe it's because I am a man. Maybe it's because it's my fourth career. I...
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    Going to Nursing School at an Older Age

    Stcroix replied to AmaurosisFugax's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    click this and follow the lead: http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/nursi..._edu_info.html you will find all the info about all fl
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    Anyone else feel dirty after Microbiology lab?

    Stcroix replied to happy2learn's topic in General Students

    Sheeeeesh. I bet the average Micro lab is cleaner that most public places. The thing is, you can't see all the creapy crawlies all around us. I think it's kind of like the 'bullet you don't hear'....
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    Edison State College Applying for 2010

    Stcroix replied to humblecutie's topic in Florida Nursing

    I did eng comp and Human growth & Dev in this summer's 'A' session. THAT was very do-able. And yes, they were finished in time for June 30. I was also taking the A&P but it was full...
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    Edison State College Applying for 2010

    Stcroix replied to humblecutie's topic in Florida Nursing

    I just finished A&P 2 full summer session. I cannot imagine doing them in a mini session, especially when you understand that GPA also figures big in being admitted. As you know, GPA, number of...