Colleen84

I am having the c-section for medical reasons. And why on earth would you think I would scedule a c-section at any earlier of a date then is medically advised. I can not as you said "dely" it until my due date. Are you even in nursing school? Or a nurse? I would never opt for a c-section. I am well aware of the benfits of having the baby naturally, and if that was an option I would do it.

Wow. What a hard sitaution to be in! Is this last semester full time? Or is it only a few days a week? This is baby number 2 for me so I can tell you it will be very very hard. With that said though, it will only be hard for about 2 months. After that you are done!!! That's what makes it seem "do-able" to me. Yes it will stink, yes you will be tired and stressed, but 2 months will fly by, and then it's all over. It's so unfair that you can't take time off without having to "remediate", what are they thinking! I'll say a little prayer for you that the baby comes without a hitch, and you make it through come hell or high water! lol Good Luck girly.

I had a c-section with my first born. I was in 27 long hours of hard labor and my son didn't budge. He was only 7lbs but I am only 5', a very small chick. Long story short, my Dr. thinks it's best and I'm scared to try again anyway.

Thanks all! It' so relieveing to hear. I wasn't sure if long sleeves at work was an option. I will absolutely cover them. It makes me uncomfortable to make other's uncomfortable....and I know that for some people it's a turn off. That's the reality of it and I'm comfortable with that. I'm glad to hear it's not an impossible situation.

There is a difference between being liberal and not paying attention to detail. I carried to 20 weeks so far, if I wanted an abortion I would have gotten one a long time ago. And if that was the case, this post wouldn't be an issue. Read the deatils before you pull out all the stops and go for the smushorshian comments. Lol. It did make me giggle though, weirdo.

I would say your best best is to search on the internet for Nclex review Meds in the state of California. I would give you the list of Meds I have so far but I am from NY so it would be different. Maybe you can post something calling out to California Nursing students and ask one of them for a list of required Meds. In NY, I'm 90% sure we dont get tested on meds on the state exam. But it may be different where you are. Good Luck!

help someone, anyone...lol

I am currently a nursing student. I have 3 semesters to go before I finish. I have a full tattoo sleeve on my left arm that I have to cover during my clinicals. My instructors keep telling me I will never get a job. Anyone have any insight? And no.... nothing on my arm is distasteful or offensive.

I am currently about 20 weeks pregnant. My husband and I found out we were expecting the last month of my spring semester! It was a complete surprise. I am due to have a "C-Section" the last week of this coming fall semester. My finals would be the week before the last week of school, so technically I could make it through. That is if I don't go into labor early. I really don't want to take the semester off because I will definately have to take the spring off to stay home with the new baby. Has anyone gone through a semester during their last trimester? My school says I need a note from my OB saying I can attend clinical without restriction, including lifiting! I will not lose my spot if I take time off, but it will set me back and I hate to dely this any longer. Also, for the record I am in a very competitive program and the department is notorious for being extremely strict. In other words I will not get any slack from these women. Help! I need some good advice....

I just made my own flashcards from a med book. Just look up the ones that you are required to know and ask your professor to guide you in what information is most important. Usually it's side effects. Then make your own cards..... Also, welcome to America where Medication fixes the issues you have because of the other Medications you are on....haha. Sad but true.

Don't let it get you down. Everyone who attends college is in the same boat. Most people take longer than 4 years to graduate. Think of it this way....at least you are entering a field that will definately pay off. Some people go through school and owe way more than 37,000, and then can't find work! Feel happy you that educated yourself!

I had to miss clinical on one occasion for my son and my instructor was understanding. I would find out what the attendance policy is in your program. For my school it is very very strict. One absence is all you can have without failing. I would just ask someone in the department about your concern.

I am currently about 20 weeks pregnant. My husband and I found out we were expecting the last month of my spring semester! It was a complete surprise. I am due to have a "C-Section" the last week of this coming fall semester. My finals would be the week before the last week of school, so technically I could make it through. That is if I don't go into labor early. I really don't want to take the semester off because I will definately have to take the spring off to stay home with the new baby. Has anyone gone through a semester during their last trimester? My school says I need a note from my OB saying I can attend clinical without restriction, including lifiting! I will not lose my spot if I take time off, but it will set me back and I hate to dely this any longer. Also, for the record I am in a very competitive program and the department is notorious for being extremely strict. In other words I will not get any slack from these women. Help! I need some good advice....

Our uniform is all white head to toe. We even have to wear white shoes and sweaters when it's cold. The top is a zipper up short lab type jacket thing. All and all me look like we all belong in the psych ward. Very ugly and uncomfortable to be in all white.