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  1. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    MaroonTX replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Here's some antimicrobial drug info: Ototoxic * Aminoglycosides (gentamicin) * Vancomycin Nephrotoxic: * Penicillin * Gentamicin (aminoglycosides) * Amphotericin B * Acyclovir Hepatotoxic: *...

  2. Passing the ATI before taking Nclex?

    MaroonTX replied to kndrpn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The only thing I think that might mean is that your school uses ATI as its exit exam, and must pass in order to graduate. So if you fail and have to retake it they may not send your information as...

  3. What can RN's delegate to LPN/NA's?

    MaroonTX replied to apexsw20trd's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I posted this a couple of days ago but i'll repost it here just in case: It's basically a list of keywords that will lead you in the right direction on delegation questions (NOTE: These aren't 100%...

  4. Delegation Tips

    MaroonTX replied to MaroonTX's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just wanted to add that a nursing assistant can disconnect NG suction and remove a foley but not

  5. Hurst Review for NCLEX

    MaroonTX replied to nursing_girl1210's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Those of you who used Hurst Review did you feel that it provided an adequate amount of information? -- Our school required us to take the class, and while I liked it and found some of their ways to...

  6. Nitroglycerin

    MaroonTX replied to MaroonTX's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ok thanks! That's what I have seen most often, but one book I was reading said to instruct them to call after the 1st dose fails to relieve pain b/c its highly likely to be AMI and you don't want to...

  7. What questions are more similar to the ones on the NCLEX?

    MaroonTX replied to dienne's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What about the NCLEX 4000 questions? Did people find them harder/easier/similar to the real NCLEX?I know you're not allowed to comment on specifics, I just need to know if they are worth my time or...

  8. B-Blocker info in Saunders

    MaroonTX replied to MaroonTX's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree -- after making that catch I'm going through the side effects of many of the meds listed in the section and many of them I can't find anything in my pharm text/ ATI / google search to back...

  9. Nclex 4000 in windows 7 64 bit pls help.

    MaroonTX replied to jtanga's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am having the same problem except I already tried downloading the patch and it still won't work!! Is there anything special you have to do once you install

  10. New Grads and Resumes

    MaroonTX replied to ilovenursing2009's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I graduated in December and would love it if someone could take a look at my resume. My school offered absolutely no resume writing tips or assistance and I am completely in the dark! I have...

  11. What do new nurses look for in a Preceptor?

    MaroonTX replied to Jonesskky RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    On top of all of the things mentioned above here is what I think made the difference between successful preceptor/student relationship and one that was not so successful/rewarding 1) When you are...

  12. New Grad interview experiences

    MaroonTX replied to jogimada's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Here were some of mine for a new graduate residency program -Tell me a little about yourself - How would I handle conflict with coworkers- doctor, nurse, nurse assistant - Where do I see myself in the...

  13. Hurst or Saunders Review Book?

    MaroonTX replied to chillin4me's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm currently using Saunders. The book is good, but I feel that the practice questions are wayyy too easy. I just feel that the practice questions rarely require critical thinking and are basic...

  14. Is it possible to be a fit nurse?

    MaroonTX replied to Crystal112's topic in Health, Stress Management

    P90X is amazing and very doable even when working back to back 12 hour shifts. Yes, you have to commit to a 6x/week workout, but the majority of the workouts can be completed in an hour (some are...

  15. Nurses with ADD/ADHD?

    MaroonTX replied to Metron's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Hello I am new to the forum, and as a 20 something who was diagnosed with ADD in college I have faced many of the same issues. In my early school days (elementary-high school) I always felt like...