Lev MSN, RN, NP

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    Suggested new NANDA diagnosis

    Lev replied to JoseQuinones's topic in General Students

    Interventions: Ensure student that nursing schools almost lasts forever, but not forever Instruct student to sleep 8-9 hours a night (ha ha ha) Educate student about the risks and benefits of
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    nclex question... please read n comment

    Lev replied to jechro.08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes it does. So let's say the ICP was 25 at baseline. HOB elevated to 15 degrees --> mean ICP decreases to 20.5 mm Hg--> Raise HOB further to 30 degrees --> mean ICP decreases further to...
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    nclex question... please read n comment

    Lev replied to jechro.08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It does say that the ICP increased..."With elevation of the head to 60°, the mean ICP increased to −3.8 ± 9.3 mm Hg of
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    How far in advance do i need to apply for a summer job?

    Lev replied to cate3624's topic in General Students

    I've seen some nursing student positions that were only for the
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    New grad : part time vs full time position! Help!

    Lev replied to KimberlyRN89's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Just wait and
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    How far in advance do i need to apply for a summer job?

    Lev replied to cate3624's topic in General Students

    You generally need to have your CNA certification to work as a student nurse. In many states, after the first semester of nursing school, you can send in your transcripts and fill out a CNA...
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    Resume Help

    Lev replied to bigp71's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I made some other minor formatting and wording changes that I didn't highlight in red so you may have not noticed them. Use the copy I'm attaching and fill in the info where it is red. Mr nurse...
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    nclex question... please read n comment

    Lev replied to jechro.08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Elevation at 15 degrees is beneficial to reduce ICP and 30 degrees is even better. Elevation at 60 degrees or greater and lying the patient flat (0 degrees) can be detrimental....
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    nclex question... please read n comment

    Lev replied to jechro.08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    First I thought A, but then I saw C and decided it was a better choice. Head elevation is good, but not at 90 degrees. Stool softeners prevent straining which can elevate ICP. B & D are...
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    How far in advance do i need to apply for a summer job?

    Lev replied to cate3624's topic in General Students

    The sooner the better. Usually summer student nursing positions get posted in March or April, but they may be out as early as January or February. Keep your eyes open. It may take a month or two for...
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    Resume Help

    Lev replied to bigp71's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I proofread your resume. Mr nurse
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    Kaplan Predictor 64.7%

    Lev replied to krisiepoo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    After not leaving your house for a couple weeks because you are studying, you will feel ready. As I was driving on my way to the NCLEX, it occurred to me that this was first time I'd driven a car in...
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    change jobs 9 months out?

    Lev replied to theantichick's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Speak with your manager. I don't think she will have a huge issue issue with you applying. Apply for the job. If you are selected to interview tell them that you would prefer to honor your commitment...
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    ASN graduate enrolled in BSN program...should I still look for jobs?

    Lev replied to ajl009's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ask if you can work for them part time or on
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    Brand New Nurse Getting Off Orientation....Terrified.

    Lev replied to aweldon001's topic in First Year After Licensure

    (((aweldon001))) You can do this!!! If you want two more weeks of orientation with a new preceptor speak with your manager. You want to do a good job. She will understand this. Ask if you can have one...
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    Resume Help

    Lev replied to bigp71's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Definitely keep your clinical experiences on the resume. Highlight your clinical experience in addition to your RN experience. Leave out "3 months of experience" in "Committed and well qualified RN...
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    New grad : part time vs full time position! Help!

    Lev replied to KimberlyRN89's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Where is your heart? Do you want to work with children or adults? Do you want to work critical care? Start work on Monday, but interview at the other hospital. Do not mention that you've already...
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    Kaplan Predictor 64.7%

    Lev replied to krisiepoo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That is an awesome score for diagnostic. Do you feel ready to take the NCLEX
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    Simultaneous admissions (vent)

    Lev replied to Morainey's topic in General Nursing

    On my unit (not for much longer woohoo!), I run charge with a full load of patients....If you are charge nurse, enforce your role and give people admissions. If they don't accept ask if they want to...
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    List of tips compiled during Kaplan classroom course

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

    Here is the list in PDF. nclex tips from kaplan
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    PDA La charity

    Lev replied to ssk5's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There is a new edition out this year, but I think the older edition is fine
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    Time Management

    Lev replied to vintage_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ohhh, so you really meant 20 and 26....What is considered a critical value? (Low and
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    Time Management

    Lev replied to vintage_RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Totally normal feeling to have in that situation...it's a transition period. I figure you mean the sugar was first over 200 and then over 260. Were the two sets of 12 units you gave a short acting...
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    Things I should be doing

    Lev replied to springchick1's topic in General Students

    Good luck! Sometimes taking the chill route is the way to
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    Trouble with IV Solution, Help?

    Lev replied to itsbekah's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There are some IV solutions that are isotonic until they get into the blood stream. I.e. D5W - the dextrose gets metabolized when it hits the vascular system and you are left with a hypotonic...