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  1. Horrified, disappointed and need advice......

    cmw6v8 replied to Mom2Chaos's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think you will still have a great learning experience. Definitely don't postpone graduation just because you didn't get your preferred placement. But I would definitely inquire as to why you did not...

  2. Quitting my $63K job as a legal assistant for nursing school

    cmw6v8 replied to reed201's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Kudos for following your dream and pursuing such a noble profession, but... I hate to say it, but I would encourage you to strongly re-evaluate your decision. You will definitely be taking a paycut as...

  3. Nursing Specialties leading to Nursing Practitioner vs Physician Assistant

    cmw6v8 replied to SeanLN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Just want to share my experience w/ NPs and PAs: when I worked on a hospital unit this summer for an externship, the NPs and PAs were equals--they had the exact same job responsibilities as a...

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

    cmw6v8 replied to adls29's topic in General Students

    The CDs are a mixed bag: sometimes the CD content is identical to Evolve, sometimes it is not as useful as Evolve, and sometimes it is way better than Evolve. I utilize all the "extras" as much as I...

  5. Drive or Fly

    cmw6v8 replied to heather.f's topic in General Students

    Is there a smaller local airport you can fly in/out of? They typically don't experience as much delays as major hubs simply because the traffic is lighter. Personally I would just get a used car that...

  6. Possible to get straight A's in nursing school?

    cmw6v8 replied to kaiasunshine's topic in General Students

    It is possible, but I'm willing to bet that it is possible for few. If you are not at all interested in working as a nurse after your degree, get your bachelors in something else. If you are...

  7. Getting withdrawn because of a pre-req. Dispute?

    cmw6v8 replied to m2736185's topic in General Students

    It sounds like you were in general ill prepared for this class, especially if you failed by missing just a few points. Usually when people fail a class it is not due to one assignment or one exam, it...

  8. Mayo Clinic Summer III-2011

    cmw6v8 replied to sj73201's topic in General Students

    You just need to be honest with your employer: tell them you are applying for externships, but also tell them you want to keep working there and ask them if there is a possibility they would hire you...

  9. How to organize school stuff??

    cmw6v8 replied to Rosiegirl0820's topic in General Students

    I use an expandable file folder. It has way more pockets than classes, so I break it down with a pocket for each class's syllabus, a pocket for lecture notes, and a pocket for homework or handouts for...

  10. Anyone made it through Nsg school WITHOUT caffeine , Adderall, or Red Bull??

    cmw6v8 replied to Trilldayz,RN BSN's topic in General Students

    I drink coffee, but I did that way before nursing school. But I love it for its taste and its effect. I also love Diet Coke. I hate energy drinks. When I need a boost of energy if I'm feeling fatigued...

  11. Nursing Student & Working....HOW!!???!!

    cmw6v8 replied to reesedatdude's topic in General Students

    I'm in nursing school and I currently work 13-16 hours a week. I personally can't do more than that in order to stay sane. My husband and I mostly live off his income. The main reason we have been...

  12. Starting 1st semester of nursing in the fall, advice please!

    cmw6v8 replied to Nikki819's topic in General Students

    For supplies, your school will probably provide you a list of what you need. As for reading ahead, the main thing I would recommend is getting an NCLEX book (I like Saunders) and learning the...

  13. 2 colors in hair as a new graduated during interviews

    cmw6v8 replied to Michelle Nicole's topic in General Students

    I would either find a way to wear it up so it won't be too noticeable for the interview, or wait until you have a job. When it comes to interviews, Conservative=Professional. Don't give your potential...

  14. Standing out in nursing school

    cmw6v8 replied to UumiNurseX's topic in General Students

    I understand that you feel you are different from your classmates. I feel the same way. I am a second degree student with several years of career experience, where most of my classmates are...

  15. What's your nursing school diet?

    cmw6v8 replied to Despareux's topic in General Students

    I let my diet fall to the wayside pretty bad last semester, so this semester I've been working on it. For breakfast I actually have a pretty good routine--I have a small single serving blender that...

  16. Please Clarify.

    cmw6v8 replied to oforver1's topic in General Students

    Yes, it depends on where you live. I would expect many hospitals would allow their ADNs to remain employed if they are currently enrolled in an ADN-BSN program. I would put calls in to the major...

  17. Nursing Books

    cmw6v8 replied to VeniVidiVici's topic in General Students

    Get an NCLEX review book (Saunders is good), a drug book, Taber's medical dictionary, and a care plan

  18. Mayo Clinic Summer III-2011

    cmw6v8 replied to sj73201's topic in General Students

    Got my letter too...I'm on the bone marrow transplant unit--very

  19. Really worried about my pharmacology class? Can anyone offer some advice?

    cmw6v8 replied to wannabeanRN90's topic in General Students

    If you're having trouble finding time to study, one of the best things you can do is be sure to pay close attention during class. Make a conscious effort to decide to commit whatever you're learning...

  20. "Group quizes"?!

    cmw6v8 replied to dp1200's topic in General Students

    We have group quizzes like that (we only have one paper for each group so we all have to agree on the answers) but they are only used as bonus points, and even then the only group that gets the points...

  21. Mayo Clinic Summer III-2011

    cmw6v8 replied to sj73201's topic in General Students

    I have (well, let's just say had because med-surg is kicking my butt this semester) a 3.9. I will also be living in the townhouses. It's going to be a fun

  22. Mayo Clinic Summer III-2011

    cmw6v8 replied to sj73201's topic in General Students

    I got in as well! Good luck, see some of you in Minnesota this summer

  23. Not wanting to work at hospital?

    cmw6v8 replied to momof2prettygirls's topic in General Students

    Most nurses work in hospitals because that's where the majority of jobs are, simply because more nurses are needed in acute care than in other settings. That said, there are plenty of options to work...

  24. How much math is involved in nursing school?

    cmw6v8 replied to AddisonLawrence03's topic in General Students

    The 6 in this problem is coming from the fact that you are looking for gtt/min. To get to that, you have to multiply the mL/hr by the calibration rate and divide by 60 to get your minutes. But since...

  25. How much math is involved in nursing school?

    cmw6v8 replied to AddisonLawrence03's topic in General Students

    I'm in a BSN program, and so far math is mainly focused on med calculations in pharmacology. We spent half a semester learning how to do drug calculations which involves calculating IV drip rates,...