Cynthia1950

HI, I had to take the H&P Clep for my pre-regs into an RN to BSN program in May of 2003. I obtained a special study guide just for this Clep from Amazon.com. It was invaluable! The chapters were concise and the sample tests were excellent. Some of the questions from the sample tests were on the Clep. Questions were big on the theorists-Maslow, Erickson, Piaget--on and on. The Clep Web site also offered sample tests. I went to a college campus for the exam which was on computer-when you finish the exam you find out instantly if you passed. Cost was $60. and a $15 registration fee at the college. Hope this helps and GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

Hi,You DID NOT have a positive TB test. There are several reasons this test became reddened, but I am betting that you probably had a reaction to the solution. In the future, when you must undergo the PPD test-inform whoever gives you the test about the reddness. Take care!!!!

Michelle, Is the red area hardened? You may have had a reaction to the solution. The nurses check for more than just reddness. When they nurse assessed the site, did she/he feel a hardened area? I know how upsetting this can be. What has your physician told you?

Thanks, Tweety Those were my reasons not to proceed also. I must have received the devine kick-or all the stars were aligned. I can identify with the courses seem silly and bore you right out of your mind-a lot of the RN-to BSN courses validate what you have learned through the years. Take care.

Hi, I would like to know what barriers and/or issues ADN and diploma RN's face that stops you from receiving your BSN. I am interested in this because finally (at age 52 and 32 years as a diploma grad), I returned to a RN to BSN program. Thanks and have a great day.

Thank you CP

Thank you Cyndy

Hi, I had a hemi-laminectomy in 1973-I was 23 years old. Seven years later-I herniated the rest of the disc and was in the hospital a month for conservative treatment. When my othopaedic MD wanted to discharge me-in worse shape that I was admitted-I think I went certifiable on him. I requested a consult with a neurologist-and between everybody-decided to do the lam and fusion-L4-5. Both pysicians-orthopaedic and neurologist did the surgery. When I woke up in the recovery room-I did not have pain in my legs any more-but that was back in the days when they log-rolled you for three days-etc., etc, etc. when I was discharged-I was only allowed up three times a day for twenty minutes for the first month-always wore a brace. Then I could gradually increase my OOB time and then I could walk-and I walked everywhere-lived in the French Quarter in New Orleans. I had excellent results from my surgery. I have been able to do everything I want to-currently live in the country and have four horses-have (so far) no problems with arthritis. I owe my good fortune to following the MD's post-operative orders to the letter! i was out of work a total of 10 months. Make sure the physician that will do the surgery is qualified. I wish everyone out there who has undergone or is looking into undergoing back surgery the best of luck. Cyndy

Hi, I graduated from a diploma program (last class D/T 4 year degree push) and have worked in my chosen profession since then. For the last 22 years, I have been in Home care. In May of 2003, I began a RN to BSN program finally the stars were all aligned!!!! This has been a great program and has validated what knowledge I have gained over the years. Currently, I am in the middle of a project for this course on Nursing image and the nursing shortage. Because of my home care focus, I am out of sync with other specialties. I would appreciate any feedback you have concerning: 1. the push to have all nurses degreed 2. articles that state nurses are not easily identified by both their dress and behaviior ie. clean up after MD's, appear to defer to MD's-ie. "I have to ask the doctor- instead of "I will consult with the doctor" 3. do you feel your nursing management effectively deals with issues that concern their staff-for example-I was talking to a nurse who was teaching a patient about diabetes and the physican who was an Indian (not an American indian) went ballistic on her and yelled at her in front of other staff that she could not do that-nothing was said to this physician. 4. Do you think that if the nursing shortage (if you think there is one) continues-will nursing continue to be devalued and nursing tasks will be assingned to non-nursing staff? 5. What do you say to people who express an interest in nursing and do you recommend a degreed program? I realize this is lengthy. I appreciate any feedback you are willing to give. Thanking you in advance. Cyndy