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  1. OU applicants-???

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Oh- yes, I think 16 out of 50 is pretty competitive especially if all those people had already been accepted to the MSN program! I can't imagine being told NO after already getting in It's great you...

  2. OU applicants-???

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    thanks for the info..I still have time to sort thru everything since I won't apply to any program unil next year. I have a friend who graduated from UCO nursing last may. She's working at Children's...

  3. OU applicants-???

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    sorry oknurse2005--if the "non-competitive" thing sounded rude. I'm really glad that you got in! I guess I get a little yucky about the whole experience. I really had no idea what I was getting...

  4. OU applicants-???

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Kristina- don't be discouraged about the "letter". Keep in mind the number of applicants last year! AND I'm sure the new degree will help alot. they do recommend applying for both programs. Sorry...

  5. OU applicants-???

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    If you were applying for the MSN with non nursing degree, are you already an RN? LPNs and RNs can get into the BSN accelerated by just applying---it's non-competitive. they encouraged those people...

  6. OU applicants-???

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Kristina Just a warning- the seminar did not leave me very encouraged! Sorry ahead of time for the rant. I came away very disappointed. There really was not one inspirational moment for me. If...

  7. school retention rate or nclex pass rate-which is more important?

    okie2 replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Students

    I found recently that there are so many factors that make a good school. I was looking at our local university sciences center due to the reputation, the bsn, etc. I found thru a seminar that it was...

  8. Concern about cheap LPN school

    okie2 replied to Lara J's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    LPN programs around here are 1 year and cost very little. BUT many hospitals don't hire LPNS!!! Jobs are hard to find and usually limited to LTC. The hospitals that actually hire them pay about $10/...

  9. Breast Reduction ???? To or not to ????

    okie2 replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in General Nursing

    a good friend will celebrate the first anniversary of her reduction next month- she says it was the best thing for her. Her back and neck pains are gone- she's so much healthier. And she's expecting...

  10. diabetic diet question...please help!!

    okie2 replied to Lisarn2bin05's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Good answer- nicely simplified. i am diabetic (not on meds) and many people think I can't eat any carbs BUT I can. And actually, the Atkins is not recommended for diabetics because of the strain it...

  11. Bad drug choice by DR.-scary! long rant

    okie2 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I didn't know any of the following until today..............A friend called her OB yesterday - she's had a raging headache off an on for 7 days and shortness of breath, pressure in chest and neck, and...

  12. Bad drug choice by DR.-scary! long rant

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in General Nursing

    yes- I checked online with the Oklahoma board- he's got a license and there were actually no complaints filed. Even though I have now I've heard of more patients getting bad treatment. My friend saw...

  13. thoughts, prayers, & positive energy please!

    okie2 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Got results today from my first routine ( i'm newly 36 ) mammogram----ABNORMAL FINDINGS:crying2: I have to go in tomorrow morning for a "focal point" mammogram and ultrasound I know that most things...

  14. thoughts, prayers, & positive energy please!

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you all so much! Just got back and the US showed all normal tissue!! Thank GOD. They say it might just be scar or fibrous tissue-but it's normal and I can come back in a year! BOY- nothing like...

  15. Bad drug choice by DR.-scary! long rant

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in General Nursing

    I am not an ob nurse but my father is a pharmacist and everything that I've read does not recommend Fioricet unless it's an emergency and the benefits outweigh the risks. This must be assessed for...

  16. Bad drug choice by DR.-scary! long rant

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in General Nursing

    Talked to my friend today. I called yesterday but couldn't reach her. She was at the hospital!! On Sat. woke up with a terrible headache and started vomiting. Nearly fainted and hubby called the Drs...

  17. How hard is it to adjust to working overnight?

    okie2 replied to Karen06's topic in General Nursing

    Before I had kiddos, I worked as a Pharm Tech inpatient 11-7. It took about a month to get the hang of it. My hubby worked regular shift. We'd have breakfast when I got home, he'd go to work and I...

  18. Bad drug choice by DR.-scary! long rant

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in General Nursing

    yes- the whole REDRUM thing was spooky. He actually cancelled appts that day claiming he was sick. It was a terrible tragedy- very violent. He thought she was having an affair. He never admitted to...

  19. Bad drug choice by DR.-scary! long rant

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in General Nursing

    I need to find out where/how to file a complaint. I really think this dr has put her in danger and after she leaves needs to report him. As a scary side note---she has terrible luck in drs. her last...

  20. Bad drug choice by DR.-scary! long rant

    okie2 replied to okie2's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks! I'm glad I wasn't just being overly critical. I'll call her later to check up & monday to make sure she's got a new

  21. tonsilectomy

    okie2 replied to hittme123's topic in General Nursing

    Our friend's 8 yr old daughter had T&A surgery and did great--she recovered very quickly (much more so than me!) and she has been so much healthier- and sleeps great too! Hope the same for your...

  22. Canadians seek ban on U.S. drug shopping

    okie2 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Well put SusanJean!! Thank

  23. Canadians seek ban on U.S. drug shopping

    okie2 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Deleted...I've decided not to take all this personally...it uses up too much energy to be angry and hateful. My family has been refused health coverage because my husband is self employed and there...

  24. Canadians seek ban on U.S. drug shopping

    okie2 replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Deleted...I've decided not to take all this personally...it uses up too much energy to be angry and hateful. My family has been refused health coverage because my husband is self employed and there...

  25. Losing my Mind ~ Why Can't I Get a Job?

    okie2 replied to DraggingCaboose's topic in General Nursing

    How far north?? could you cross the Red River??? Oklahoma NEEDS nurses! I see/hear ads on tv and radio everyday. I agree, maybe get into it by going LTC route...they always need people. Are you an LPN...