NewEnglandRN

NewEnglandRN RN

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  1. should I take A&P 1 or micro first?

    NewEnglandRN replied to Irene joy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good luck with your final

  2. Study Skills...HELP!

    NewEnglandRN replied to Princess74's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Many schools will offer a study skills/organization seminar free of charge. Check with student services at your college. Sorry I cannot recommend any books. But, I can assure you note-taking &...

  3. Best Shoes for Lower Back Pain?

    NewEnglandRN replied to lauritasol's topic in General Nursing

    Another vote for Dansko Professionals. I realize they are not perfect for everyone, but I love

  4. New to Nursing School - Seeking Advice, Ideas, encouragement, etc.

    NewEnglandRN replied to marstan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi Mary and Welcome! Congratulations on pursuing your dream :balloons: If you have the time, look back over some of the previous threads in the Pre-Nursing and other Nursing student areas here at...

  5. What did you put in your storage clipboards??

    NewEnglandRN replied to Mandarella's topic in General Students

    I wish we could carry a clipboard. I bought one last year for clinical, but we are not allowed to carry them

  6. should I take A&P 1 or micro first?

    NewEnglandRN replied to Irene joy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    At my CC, we have to complete A&P 1 & A&P 2 before taking Microbiology. IMHO, I think this it the best way to go. If you can fit in Biology before A&P 1 or Chemistry before A&P 2,...

  7. Have you fainted?? If so, how did you prevent doing so again?

    NewEnglandRN replied to Lw2381's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yup, had this happen to me and it was incredibly embarassing! :imbar Eat before you go and do not lock your knees. If you feel faint, leave the room (everyone will understand.) When you are better,...

  8. Panic attack over Chemistry

    NewEnglandRN replied to fuerza757's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was terrified before I took Chemistry. I did not have it in High School and thought for sure I would have a difficult time. Turns out, I loved the class and got an A. :) My advice is to keep up...

  9. Micro with Pharmacology and Sociology

    NewEnglandRN replied to texancanadian's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think your schedule is doable. I just finished Micro and Sociology over the summer. My Sociology course was a lot of writing, but easy. Good

  10. X-Ray Exposure

    NewEnglandRN replied to Missa's topic in MICU, SICU

    Hi, 6 feet is the recommended distance you should be away from the x-ray tube. However, since you are pregnant, you may want to increase that distance. The more distance between yourself & the...

  11. Please help new grad - situation with pt (long)

    NewEnglandRN replied to mstigerlily's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Melissa, I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to post about this situation. As a 2nd year Nursing student, it was beneficial to hear about this patient. Thank you for sharing...

  12. Taking the NCLEX in 9.5 hours....(9am on Friday)...any last minute tips?

    NewEnglandRN replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Just wanted to wish you good

  13. Nursing or Radiology Tech...Change Career

    NewEnglandRN replied to 2bnurseguy_2005's topic in Nursing Career

    Rad Techs in my area of MA start around $20-22/hour. Check out www.salary.com for more specific salaries in your

  14. Nursing or Radiology Tech...Change Career

    NewEnglandRN replied to 2bnurseguy_2005's topic in Nursing Career

    Hi Nurseguy2005, I graduated in 1990 with an AS in Rad Tech. I only practiced for ~5 years before I left the field to have my children. I decided not to return to RT and instead pursue a career in...

  15. Can you be a good RN with a bad memory??

    NewEnglandRN replied to studentNY's topic in General Nursing

    This happens to me too. Especially in Microbiology... what's in my head today is gone tomorrow :rotfl: Has anyone tried supplement for

  16. Looking to move to NC in May of 2006

    NewEnglandRN replied to Kalico's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Thanks for starting this post; I could have written it myself! :) I am graduating in May 2006 and plan to move to NC. I KNOW I want to specialize in NICU. Thanks VickyRN. I will start looking in the...

  17. comfy shoes

    NewEnglandRN replied to analiezel's topic in General Nursing

    I LOVE Dansko

  18. I Am In For Fall 05 Yeeehaaaaaaa

    NewEnglandRN replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congratulations! That is wonderful news. Enjoy the summer with your 5 children

  19. Cheapest online for non-nursing courses?

    NewEnglandRN replied to NewEnglandRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank you, Sunnyjohn. Our local CC does not offer Pharmacology online, so these will be great options for me to look into. Thank you both for taking the time to post

  20. Cheapest online for non-nursing courses?

    NewEnglandRN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    Can anyone tell me the online schools you have found to have the lowest tuition rate for out-of-state students? I am looking to take Nutrition & Pharmacology. Neither of these courses are required...

  21. I got the job you guys-in L&D!

    NewEnglandRN replied to nursescar's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    CONGRATULATIONS! Excellent news... I'm sure you will love it.

  22. New OB Nurses, Grads and Students, Please Feel Free to post your questions here:

    NewEnglandRN replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thank you for the book suggestion. I just ordered it from amazon

  23. Nclex Tomorrow

    NewEnglandRN replied to anxious hopefull RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    ~~~sending many good luck vibes your way~~~ put your books away and get a good night's sleep

  24. Nubain administration during labor

    NewEnglandRN replied to Amanda2526's topic in Ob/Gyn

    In my personal experience delivering my second child: I was 5 cms & quite uncomfortable. I tried to wait it out, but the pain was bad enough for me to request medication. My Doctor ordered Nubain...

  25. New OB Nurses, Grads and Students, Please Feel Free to post your questions here:

    NewEnglandRN replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thank you, Deb. I look forward to your reply. Get some much-needed