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  1. A & P

    x_factor replied to ph94's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is a genius

  2. Looks like my nursing plans might be coming to an end..

    x_factor replied to ImDaMan11's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just be prepared that it will come up on the background check. And the battle will not only be acceptance into a nursing program, but then acceptance into a clinical site. Many people do go on to...

  3. Microbiology spring 2013

    x_factor replied to ccusick0408's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I plan on recording my lectures, taking good notes and then re-writing them when I get home and filling in the blanks with any relevant material from the textbook. Also, youtube videos are wonderful...

  4. Embarrassing? (Ladies opinion)

    x_factor replied to msnursecp's topic in General Students

    I went through this, as we had to wear white uniform in the program I was in, and I hated it during that "time", especially since I have very heavy periods. I wore double protection, a tampon, and...

  5. Looking back

    x_factor replied to kemifair's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You failed the NCLEX 9 times and have gone through 3 review courses, and yet you still feel you do not need a refresher course? Honestly, no one can help you if you are not willing to help yourself....

  6. Looking back

    x_factor replied to kemifair's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think you need to try to take an actual refresher course. You say you've taken 3, but were those REFESHER courses approved by the state, or just REVIEW courses like Kaplan or Hurst. A refresher...

  7. Impressive support for students

    x_factor replied to Rlee1's topic in General Students

    Welcome to the forum! Like you, I'm finishing up the last of my pre-reqs and applying this semester. Soon, I will be anxiously awaiting to see if I've been accepted for fall admission. Whew, talk...

  8. No time for anything BUT school/studying!

    x_factor replied to SaraMC's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you can afford not to work, or work only part-time, then that would definitely be much easier on you. I absolutely know how it feels to work full-time and go to school full-time for pre-reqs, I did...

  9. Looking back

    x_factor replied to kemifair's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Is English your native language? Or is it a second

  10. Cna then lvn advice pls

    x_factor replied to vanie29's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm not sure what luck has to do with it. If you desire to become an LPN/LVN, enroll into a practical nursing program and pursue that career route. Good luck to

  11. I DID IT!!!!!!

    x_factor replied to Nurse2b7337's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I love that attitude! Good luck to

  12. Passed NCLEX Without Review Course

    x_factor replied to Alum08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I noticed in another thread you say you came to America from India a year ago. Part of the issue with you failing the NCLEX might be the language barrier, since English isn't your first language. Have...

  13. NCLEX 2013

    x_factor replied to bsn13's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Official statement from the NCSBN site:

  14. Nerves setting in

    x_factor replied to loriinmd's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    We have the same classes! I'm taking those 3 classes (A&P 1, Micro, and Developmental Psych) with 3 other classes. I'm not working this semester though, if I did, I definitely wouldn't take a load...

  15. Nerves setting in

    x_factor replied to loriinmd's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Deep breath! :) My nerves are starting to get the best of me.... this is my last semester of pre-reqs, I'm finishing up my application packet for my program, and my nerves are SHOT. I have a 4.0 GPA...

  16. NCLEX: April 2013, Raising Passing Standard?

    x_factor replied to cHaNkStA's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I know the standard is changed every 3 years, but out of curiosity, does anyone know how the logit system works? I know in 2010 it went from -0.21 to -0.16, and now to 0.00? Seems like a large jump,...

  17. What is the difference between anatomy and physiology?

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

    I agree with the others... anatomy is the "what is it and where is it located" and physiology is the "how does it work". Not sure what other type of answer you're looking for, that basically covers...

  18. Looking back

    x_factor replied to kemifair's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Critical thinking and test taking skills are the point of the refresher courses, they help you understand the rationales and why the correct answer is the correct one. If you've taken the NCLEX 9...

  19. Looking back

    x_factor replied to kemifair's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I suggest taking a refresher course. If you cannot pass it after 9 times, something definitely needs to change. A refresher course may help you be more successful on your next

  20. What to do?

    x_factor replied to lw34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is your life, not his. Do what you want to do and what makes you happy, not what he demands for you to do. This is not his career, it's yours. If you are unhappy with nursing, by all means,...

  21. taking psyc 2301

    x_factor replied to luchy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took it this past fall, I never touched my textbook, and I read over my notes from class about 20 minutes before the exam, and passed with an A. It's an insanely easy class, no matter if you have an...

  22. Be the type of nurse you want to work with

    x_factor replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    I love

  23. Can an "C" average student make it in the nursing world? Help Please

    x_factor replied to Beautifulvirgo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You need to re-take your sciences and aim for A's in order to be a more competitive applicant. Nursing school isn't dependent on just clinical skills, you must be able to read, comprehend, and apply...

  24. Can an "C" average student make it in the nursing world? Help Please

    x_factor replied to Beautifulvirgo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Why would it be acceptable for a student with barely passing grades to be allowed into a program and take away a spot from a student that worked hard to obtain a very competitive GPA, all because they...

  25. Can an "C" average student make it in the nursing world? Help Please

    x_factor replied to Beautifulvirgo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That's the minimum to apply, but I highly doubt you'll be accepted, to be honest. Many community colleges are extremely selective, and many are harder to get into than University BSN programs. I am...