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  1. LPN program pre-requisites

    luvmy2angels replied to mercytech's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    All we had to do was take and pass the NET test (basic math and English) and get CPR

  2. Do we HAVE to address docs by "Dr.--"

    luvmy2angels replied to kmokay's topic in General Nursing

    I always address them as Dr. I personally wouldn't feel comfortable using their first name, for me it is just a respect thing. It doesn't matter if they are older or younger than me, they are a Dr so...

  3. Do I tape foley to leg?

    luvmy2angels replied to jd494's topic in General Nursing

    We never use tape, we always use the velcro and have never had much of a problem with

  4. Lvn

    luvmy2angels replied to rebel1's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    6 months experience, started at $18/hour during the week and $19/hour on the weekends, in a few weeks I am due for my raise which is said to be around another $ per hour. I work in

  5. How much did you study for the NCLEX-PN?

    luvmy2angels replied to tlackey's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would stay I studied a total of 12 hours over a period of 1 month. I mostly did the sauders CD and ATI. Passed the first time with 85 questions. Good Luck to

  6. How are you treated by RNs

    luvmy2angels replied to amylc's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    When I worked as an LPN in the hospital the RNs treated us like TOTAL crap!!! We were basically meaningless to them and quit frankly I don't know why they bothered to hire us since all they wanted us...

  7. Trend toward private rooms

    luvmy2angels replied to mshultz's topic in General Nursing

    Not only is this is trend in hospitals but also in LTC. We are opening our brand new "household" tomorow and there are 16 rooms...ALL private!! We are also renovating the existing building and turning...

  8. Things you'd rather go through than taking NCLEX again

    luvmy2angels replied to Paleobug's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have a kidney stone and a baby.... At the same time!!

  9. question about nursing school: practicing on each other

    luvmy2angels replied to br107's topic in General Students

    We practiced taking all vitals on each other, as well as transfering and head to toe assessment (we wore shorts and a t-shirt). Nothing embarrassing though. All the other stuff we practiced on our...

  10. Hospice @ LTC ??

    luvmy2angels replied to kwagner_51's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Has anyone talked to the Hospice nurse that is in charge of his care?? If he is nearing the end stages of the dying process I would image that the fluids could be d/c. Most of our hospice patients are...

  11. Do you mix your insulins?

    luvmy2angels replied to lisamc1RN's topic in General Nursing

    I mix also, clear to cloudy. I always double and sometime triple check to make sure that I am giving the right amount. I don't want to have to give my patients more injections than

  12. After you pass the NCLEX

    luvmy2angels replied to rn undisclosed name's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Once you pay the $200 to take the NCLEX you need to pay the state their fee in order for them to send you your lisence. In PA the state fee was $35. I paid that the same time I paid to take the NCLEX....

  13. working without a license

    luvmy2angels replied to dara757's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Some states allow you to get a TPP (temporary practice permit) which will allow you to work as a GPN until you take and pass the NCLEX. You will have to work under the supervision of an RN and there...

  14. Lantus insulin question

    luvmy2angels replied to evans_c1's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    :yeahthat: :yeahthat: :yeahthat: :yeahthat: :yeahthat: I totally agree

  15. What should I do?

    luvmy2angels replied to Lachrymologist's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I personally don't think it is necessary to put down that you have ADHD. Are you currently taking medication and have it under control?? My best friend in nursing school had it and she did just fine....

  16. Multiple shingles sites?

    luvmy2angels replied to BRANDY LPN's topic in General Nursing

    The rash starts off as red spots, which quickly turn into blisters. They always affect only one side of the body (left or right) and never cross the midline. This is because they come out on the area...

  17. Temp and dying....

    luvmy2angels replied to luvmy2angels's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Thanks everyone for your tremendous amount of support. I forgot to update this thread. My grandpa passed away peacefully on June 14th (my dad's birthday). It was a blessing that he was finally able to...

  18. on smoking...

    luvmy2angels replied to cookiemonsterrn's topic in General Nursing

    I only smoke on Mondays!! its the only day of the week that i work with a real B**ch who drives me INSANE and the only way to make it through the night is to take a few smoke breaks! A pack of cigs...

  19. opinions about epidurals

    luvmy2angels replied to Jayla's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I don't think there is any way to describe labor pains. For me the PRESSURE was sometimes worse than the pain. I labored for 12 hours with my daughter before I opted for the epidural. When I had my...

  20. opinions about epidurals

    luvmy2angels replied to Jayla's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I had 2 babies and 2 epidurals. I had no problems with either and thank goodness they were available to me. I know some people though who have had some adverse effects such as the spinal headaches. I...

  21. ?? About Effexor & Klonopin

    luvmy2angels replied to luvmy2angels's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I do understand. I hope you know I am not asking for any medical advice, I am currently under the care of my Dr. I just wanted to hear peoples opinions and experiences with either of these...

  22. ?? About Effexor & Klonopin

    luvmy2angels posted a topic in General Nursing

    Well, I am off the celexa, just didn't seem to do anything for me. I am now going to try Effexor and the Dr gave me a script for Klonopin to help with the anxiety/panic attacks. Just wondering if...

  23. Different levels of nurses?

    luvmy2angels replied to ibmaryann's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Some nurses go on to to get their BSN or MSN (bachelors and masters degrees). There is also the ADN (associates degree). LPN and LVN are the same thing...Liscensed Practical Nurse/Liscensed...

  24. Need some info for g/f

    luvmy2angels replied to Phillyguy's topic in General Nursing

    I have to go along with the crowd here and say that someone is feeding her a line of BS!! No matter what state you graduate from you HAVE to pass the NCLEX. After you graduate in PA you can apply for...

  25. Pearson Site Shows PASS; But...

    luvmy2angels replied to firefox828's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It may be that your state BON is just swamped with all the new grads that are requesting TPP and taking the NCLEX. This is a very busy time of the year for them. I wouldn't stress too much, if pearson...