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    Pregnant and in nursing school

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Jen51685's topic in General Students

    I have been there, 12 years ago. I knew my limitations, and I chose to have an abortion. (no regrets) While many people tried to talk me out if it, I had to stand my ground. *I* know that I would not...
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    Just found out I'm pregnant....

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Regina_Phalange's topic in General Students

    I was going to write something but realized you already found a resolution. I was going to say that I too had an unwanted pregnancy, but I chose a different path.(without regret) that was nearly 12...
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    Nursing School Requiring a 85% test average?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to OsceanSN2018's topic in General Students

    Anything below 80% in my Nursing school program was an F. I have never heard of 85, but it doesn't seem horrible to me. I had a 97% average though, and I dedicated several hours a day to
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    is this bullying?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to jennalou's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, I stuck out like a sore thumb in Nursing school. I have a 4.0 GPA and maintained it throughout. My instructor, and director of the program, unfortunately put the 5 highest grades out...
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    Down Time

    VioletKaliLPN replied to marsbar37's topic in Camp

    On my down time I hike, swim, do yoga, or workout. I am very active and enjoy "playing" at camp too. I love that it is
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    Does anyone still wear white shoes?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Alex_RN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I wear white shoes because they are bleachable if I have some yucky stuff on my shoes , this makes my life
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    Loss of all personal freedom.

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Runnerlives's topic in General Nursing

    Your personal freedoms are not being taken away. You have the freedom to do as you see fit, and live a lifestyle you see fit.. Your personal freedom does not include working ANYWHERE you wish. You...
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    Is the charge nurse the boss of unit secretary?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Ajean1203's topic in General Nursing

    This may be part of her problem. In every facility I have worked, the Unit Secretary is NOT involved with patient care *at all*. She may be way overstepping her bounds, which could create some...
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    What would make me stand out from other Nursing program applicants?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to L524's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    4.0 GPA. A lot of Nursing programs admit strictly based on GPA and entrance test
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    "Allow LPNs to challenge the Board of Nursing to obtain RN licensure" viral post

    VioletKaliLPN replied to TheRuralNurse's topic in General Nursing

    I am a LTC/SNF LPN, I love it, and I definitely do not consider my self a pill passer. I definitely make it a point to know baselines, and watch for changes. :) I am attending an LPN to BSN bridge...
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    Condom snorting

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Kitiger's topic in General Nursing

    I have one from back when I was a kid.. The "Lighter smiley face". You light a lighter and hold it for a few seconds, then you turn it upside down on your skin. It makes a freaky smiley face. NO, I...
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    Wearing gloves with HIV positive patients

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Leekri's topic in General Nursing

    I only wear gloves when dealing with bodily fluids, or the occasional resident that I know digs in the diaper and touches everything.. I have seen people use gloves as a substitute for hand washing,...
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    The Men in OB Debate: Help!

    VioletKaliLPN replied to jay_prn's topic in General Nursing

    I say go for it! I chose a male provider for my double mastectomy as well as my reconstruction. They were very caring and sensitive to my needs and desires. I had interviewed several providers and...
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    Husband is not ready for me to go to nursing school!!

    VioletKaliLPN replied to hamolady's topic in General Students

    ((HUgs)) Please keep us in mind and share your journey, I am super excited for
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    DNR/DNI: What Age Would You Choose to No Longer Be Full Code?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to LollaPaupRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am 35 and a DNR. I am a cancer patient/survivor. Quality of life is more vital to me than quantity, and when it is my time to die I do not want people pumping on my chest in a futile attempt to save...
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    How do YOU deal with criticism outside of work?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to misskayy's topic in General Nursing

    Outside of work? I couldn't care less what anyone thinks of me. I enjoy life, have my hobbies, friends, and a job I genuinely love. I am not going to dignify a person's criticism or insults with any...
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    Failed Nclex using Uworld :(

    VioletKaliLPN replied to DoseofRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have not been on the same journey, but I have some advice that *might* help you. I took my NCLEX just a few weeks after I graduated, and I did not study anything at all. The computer clicked off at...
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    ADON having sex with CNA

    VioletKaliLPN replied to AWorley80's topic in General Nursing

    Two ADULTS in a CONSENSUAL relationship, the only issue being that they happen to work together? MYOB. Plenty of perfectly normal relationships can occur at work that have nothing to do with power. I...
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    Are For Profit Schools really BAD?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Schneid1's topic in General Nursing

    I applied and was accepted into my Nursing program when I made my first application. I was accepted to 2 programs, a diploma RN and my LPN program. I chose the LPN program because I earned a...
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    Nursing school Q: 1 min/1 question?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Students

    I intend this with kindness and a gentle attitude, have you been tested for a learning
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    June 2017 Caption Contest - Select $100 Winner!

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "Joe, normally I do not like nosey people, but this is car I won for my excellent patient satisfaction
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    My parents don't want me to become nurse but I don't care anymore

    VioletKaliLPN replied to JayLuv108's topic in General Nursing

    I SUPPORT YOU! Internet ((hugs)) This is your life, you have to follow your bliss and make the choices which feel right in your heart. For what it is worth, I took several years off after High School...
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    Wearing secular head coverings?

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Oregon, My Oregon's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps you could wear a white Hijab? Hijab is often seen worn by Muslim women, but it is a choice to wear for modesty. You can bleach
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    call MD if HR <60

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Ehhh15's topic in General Nursing

    I always advise to use Nursing judgment. I work in a SNF, we have short term rehab as well as 75 LTC beds. We have sliding scale insulin orders for our diabetic patients which include parameters in...
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    In Need of Summer Job Suggestion for Nursing Student.

    VioletKaliLPN replied to Sandra51's topic in General Students

    Yes, you do live under their roof and need to follow their rules, however, I believe there are serious boundary issues here. You ARE an adult and should be treated as such. You do live with your...