lifelearningrn BSN, RN

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    CC as plan A or B?

    lifelearningrn replied to besaangel's topic in General Students

    I think in your situation, the CC is the best option. At that point, perhaps your employer will pay for you to bridge to BSN online or something? Good luck, I hope this works out the way you want.
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    Paying for Course syllabus?

    lifelearningrn replied to QueenAnnissa's topic in General Students

    In my Bio class we had a lab manual created by teachers in the department. It was $6. Never in my life have I heard of paying for the syllabus and schedule. That should come with your tuition. That...
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    The Insanity That Is APA in Nursing School

    lifelearningrn replied to The_Optimist's topic in General Students

    If you're getting your degree through a trade school, I guess I'd agree with you. But when someone is going to school to get a B.S. degree, they are there to become educated individuals. Knowing how...
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    The Insanity That Is APA in Nursing School

    lifelearningrn replied to The_Optimist's topic in General Students

    We have to use APA as well. It's definitely a pain in the rear, but if it wasn't APA it would be AMA or MLA. I'm actually glad all the classes use just APA, because when I was taking my first two...
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    Seriously, freaking out!! I need advice ASAP!

    lifelearningrn replied to FRM2013's topic in General Students

    Your schedule looks doable to me. Having already taken all the 'basics' before entering nursing school, I had a schedule with the same amount of classes (all nursing classes) for the last three...
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    I am DISSAPOINTED in myself...

    lifelearningrn replied to NurseKis's topic in General Students

    When you say you've been memorizing questions you found online-- are you seeing these same questions on your exams? I feel a lot like you do, that I'm not ready to do this.. that I not where I need...
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    Youngest person in your cohort?

    lifelearningrn replied to sjalv's topic in General Students

    21, but she was 19 when the cohort began. It's a jr/sr BSN program, so she had 2 years before even entering. I'm pretty sure she graduated high school early, and likely at the top of her class. The...
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    Nervous/Anxious about starting Nursing Program!

    lifelearningrn replied to nursingstudentjess's topic in General Students

    19 hours a day, not including drive time? I can't see any way that will be a doable schedule long-term. It sounds down right
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    Tablet advice & input

    lifelearningrn replied to luv_o_so_much's topic in General Students

    Go with iPad, they have the best selection of apps that can assist you (imo). I love the kindle for books, but their apps are lacking, big time. My son has a Galaxy, which is an awesome tablet, but...
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    Full time night shift worker/student/parent, how to manage?

    lifelearningrn replied to beeskipper1023's topic in General Students

    I don't envy you. I have two children (7 & 9, so a lot easier) and no job and it's almost unmanageable for me! A supportive spouse will make all the difference. If my hubby didn't see the big...
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    Accept the LPN position or keep working as a CNA?

    lifelearningrn replied to ivyrain's topic in General Students

    I think having nursing experience will help you when you get your
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    Ahh pharm calc!!

    lifelearningrn replied to brycross33's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I use dimensional analysis... it's the best way to come up with the right answer (imo). If you need help with dimensional analysis, Khanacademy.com is a really good website (for just about...
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    What happens to nursing students who fail out of the program?

    lifelearningrn replied to EmilyEmily's topic in General Students

    It really depends- sometimes you can transfer to other programs. Good
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    Question about what stethoscope to buy for nursing program?

    lifelearningrn replied to Mandy0728's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That is a cardiac specialty steth and really unnecessary for nursing school. I have the Littman Classic II and it's a great
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    Need some opjnions on my AA Degree.

    lifelearningrn replied to palamino98's topic in General Students

    I did finish my AA degree, but honestly, as far as helping get a job or leg up on anyone- it's pretty worthless. I finished it because I wanted something to show for my hard work up to that point. I...
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    Can I wear my scrubs to an interview?

    lifelearningrn replied to uhohbube's topic in General Students

    I wouldn't wear scrubs to an interview, and I realize you're in a tight position with the interview being so close to your lab. If I were you, I'd call off the interview with my deepest apologies....
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    LVN vs RN

    lifelearningrn replied to stewartfamily2010's topic in General Students

    I think it's great that one can earn an associate's degree for LPN, but as far as I know, it's not a requirement to enter the field, is
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    LVN vs RN

    lifelearningrn replied to stewartfamily2010's topic in General Students

    Actually, diplomas are RN's as well. Diplomoas and ADN's are essentially equivalently educated RNs. Practical or Vocational Nurses are a certification. The scope of practice is different in each...
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    Drama on my unit and it's only my 2nd day. WOW

    lifelearningrn replied to FaithGurl93's topic in General Students

    Another thing I would suggest to you is not asking for anything extra at this point. Your boss really has already done you a huge favor by giving you off on Sundays and letting you come in late...
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    How do you use statistics in nursing school?

    lifelearningrn replied to Trenata's topic in General Students

    You don't have to do statistical calculations (or at least I haven't had to) but they expect you to understand statistics for your research class (BSN) as understanding what the stats mean in just...
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    Homework on first day?

    lifelearningrn replied to Summergrace's topic in General Students

    This is kind of rude-- she wasn't complaining about having homework. She was asking what to expect on her first day. I don't understand while people here have to be so
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    Homework on first day?

    lifelearningrn replied to Summergrace's topic in General Students

    In nursing school we had homework DUE the first day... they gave us the assignments (about 2.5 hrs worth) during orientation before the semester started. In A/P there was no "homework" but lots of...
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    What is a student nurses responsibility in this situation ?

    lifelearningrn replied to sweetcaroline2's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would have asked her if it is safe to give Lovenox while her platelets are so low.. not in an accusatory tone.. I would have been asking out of a genuine search for the rationale. You're a student,...
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    I hate microbiology!!!! :-(

    lifelearningrn replied to RNinthemaking15's topic in General Students

    Oh- and don't worry about being one of 'those' students. Everyone has their hard classes.. mine was
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    I hate microbiology!!!! :-(

    lifelearningrn replied to RNinthemaking15's topic in General Students

    Identifying the unknown is actually not as bad as it seems. It's a matter of narrowing down the field. Do the gram stain first-- you can rule out + or - based on that. Then look for motility. You can...