xInspiredx

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1. Am I Stupid For This, Or Does It Matter?

   xInspiredx replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   I wouldn't recommend this because you never know when you might need this same professor for a reference or letter. It just seems to me that a professor would be more likely to write a strong letter...

2. Tips on getting into school

   xInspiredx replied to mlowell20's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

   I was going to suggest getting experience but you already have the CNA position. I then was going to suggest improving your grades but you have all As in your prereqs. How about getting volunteer...

3. Same subject and authors but different books. Which one to buy?

   xInspiredx replied to xInspiredx's topic in General Students

   Wouldn't all of the NANDA information already be in those diagnosis books though? I still don't get why the same authors wrote books on basically the same material. I must be missing

4. Same subject and authors but different books. Which one to buy?

   xInspiredx posted a topic in General Students

   Mosby's Guide to Nursing Diagnosis Nursing Diagnosis Handbook: An Evidence-Based Guide to Planning Care Both books have the same authors and subject matter. What exactly is the difference between the...

5. Quick Reference Guide Suggestions

   xInspiredx replied to trenadamm's topic in General Students

   That's good to know! I assumed that the information would have changed, since the 2nd edition was published in 2006 whereas the 3rd edition was published in 2010. Has anyone heard of "RN Pocket...

6. Huge changes in diagnoses over the past years? (NANDA)

   xInspiredx posted a topic in General Nursing

   Have there been drastic changes to diagnoses since the past few years? I ask because I found a NANDA 2012-2014 book and an earlier edition with the years 2009-2011. Since I'm just a pre-nursing...

7. Small talk with patients, what to say?

   xInspiredx replied to northmississippi's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   There are some great suggestions mentioned by previous members. Does anyone have anymore

8. RN, BSN/MN, or MSN

   xInspiredx replied to OhRN2's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

   OhRN2, I want to send you a private message, but it says that your inbox is

9. Fundamentals Success 2nd edition vs 3rd edition

   xInspiredx replied to Mrsladysoul83's topic in General Students

   Any more updates on whether or not there's a difference between the two editions? Are the review questions very different? If the content is still the same, I would buy both if they had very different...

10. Poor posture resulting in back pain...help!

    xInspiredx replied to Lajimolala's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    What does "MBT" stand for? I tried to look for them online, but couldn't find

11. Made an C in anatomy, how to prepare for physiology and make an A?

    xInspiredx replied to mee9mee9's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Review old anatomy notes. I would review the topics that you struggled with the most, since anatomy forms the foundation for physiology. You need a very good understanding of what the parts are in...

12. Trying to find dnp program

    xInspiredx replied to Camwill's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I've only found Samuel Merritt and USF in California. Does anyone know of any recent information on whether or not there will be new programs available at other

13. Nurse on Probation: Help with Resume & Cover Letter

    xInspiredx replied to K_Nurse's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    One suggestion is to put "ON PROBATION" right next to your title. For example, Name, RN (on probation). Also, I would briefly state why you're on probation in your cover letter, and what steps you're...

14. Stay at Home Mom for 9 years......

    xInspiredx replied to blueyesue's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Even though you had minimal CNA experience, it still counts as something. Also, I would briefly mention your volunteer experiences and prior employment, and illustrate qualities gained from them...

15. New Grad Needs help with Resume and Cover letter

    xInspiredx replied to fran_21's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Your objective is too basic. You should target it towards the particular position that you want. I've read not to include your high school diploma on your resume. "Thank you for YOUR time." (not...