hodgieRN

hodgieRN

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  1. should I retake them?

    hodgieRN replied to RHill9919's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would retake at least one. Get rid of the D grade. Being bilingual won't really matter when you are going up against people with a 4.0. The only place it will really work is when you are applying...

  2. Starting my pre-reqs, any advice?

    hodgieRN replied to JR02127's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    See what the NCLEX pass rates are for the different schools. Factor in finances and what campus is more convenient for

  3. Big difference between Fall '14 and Spring '15?

    hodgieRN replied to 16mm's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't think so. If you cram, you may risk your grades with a heavier class load. If you start in the spring, you can take other classes that you need for graduation (like electives). That way, most...

  4. Acceptance letter to RN program,what to expect?

    hodgieRN replied to ameliagal's topic in General Students

    no

  5. Question

    hodgieRN replied to icudrips007's topic in MICU, SICU

    If he is asking about a pt that you didn't have, yet still asking for your phone number, then I think it is clear that this is harassment. The fact that he is threatening you with a write up says he...

  6. struggling with cardiovascular system

    hodgieRN replied to Priaz's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yeah, what Esme

  7. Books I should read before school starts?

    hodgieRN replied to healthy12's topic in General Students

    I don't think there's anything really to read. I usually recommend getting familiar with base terms and medical terminology. There's probably a dozens and dozens of different -itis terms. And that's...

  8. Really need help with electrolytes and fluids

    hodgieRN replied to freckles23's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances clt.astate.edu/.../Fluid%20and%20Electrolyte.ppt (the last part of the PPT is where you will find the info you need) High potassium levels: MedlinePlus Medical...

  9. Best stethescope to hear better

    hodgieRN replied to shannonyocum's topic in General Students

    I use the cardiology III. It's nice and loud, not too heavy, not crazy expensive. It's got a bell on it, which can be useful for bruits or murmurs (although, you can basically use the diaphragm in...

  10. Acceptance letter to RN program,what to expect?

    hodgieRN replied to ameliagal's topic in General Students

    Congrats on getting in! As far as what to expect...that's kind of broad question to answer. I'll do the best I can. Studying, being tired, exams, no life, clinicals, i don't know. There's lots of...

  11. I'm soooo tired of school already....

    hodgieRN replied to MilliePieRN's topic in General Students

    Do you have baseline anxiety issues (meaning something that you have seen a doc about?). If not, then be assured that your fears are normal. Plus, some people just have issues with public speaking....

  12. Taking time off

    hodgieRN replied to springchick1's topic in General Students

    I have taken a semester off, but that was when I went back for my BSN (the program allowed you to go at your own pace). Make sure that you are able to take a leave of absence without needing to...

  13. Should I complete my BSN in 3 years?

    hodgieRN replied to candyluvcat's topic in General Students

    I agree. Graduating early won't offer any more success than graduating in 4 years. Enjoy your time in college! College is about experiencing life...football games, friends, road trips, greek life,...

  14. Is there anyone out there that feels this way?

    hodgieRN replied to adraorien's topic in General Students

    It may very well be that you were just able to understand the information and make sense of it. Nursing school can be very difficult, but I think a good portion of it is time management and the...

  15. What did you do during your OB rotation?

    hodgieRN replied to ssalulu's topic in General Students

    L and D was kinda boring. I just observed. Neonatal was great though. They are so cute and they don't ask you to heat up the chicken broth or fetch them

  16. Spouses have no idea what it takes!

    hodgieRN replied to ArrowRN's topic in General Students

    Dude, I went through the same thing as you. It is hard to balance the two. Like other people said, the best thing to is sit down and tell her. Just super calm and give your thoughts. I had to have the...

  17. Ouch. :(

    hodgieRN replied to Jonahyona's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It's actually a good thing that you were able to pick out the questions that you knew you would get wrong. That means you have a good idea of how much you need to study and how you need to change...

  18. I made it :)

    hodgieRN replied to zoe92's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats! Welcome, young

  19. End Stage Renal Disease

    hodgieRN replied to kitty12love's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Is there anything specific that you are having trouble with? You have to tell us what you have so far. We can help with your homework, but we are not here to do it for

  20. Is it just me or does everyone hate nursing?

    hodgieRN replied to kristen312's topic in General Students

    Just as a select few come on here to vent, a select few of students come here to voice second thoughts or low confidence levels. Many of the posts that I have seen where students say they aren't sure...

  21. How to deal with bad odors

    hodgieRN replied to RedHeaded2bNurse16's topic in General Students

    We have a product called Snowco (or something like that). You put some gauze in a cup and douse it. Put it in front of a fan. You can get a strong breath mint or chewing gum and wear a surgical

  22. Nurse told me to give Medication

    hodgieRN replied to Purple93's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Not matter how much trust is given or how much easier it is to have the CNA pass meds during feeding, it is the nurses responsibility to administer the medication. Nurses are not allowed to administer...

  23. Possibly switching my major to nursing..NEED ADVICE PLEASE!

    hodgieRN replied to PRWeav's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you had the chance to shadow yet? That can be a big factor. I was convinced I wanted to be a medic until I followed my sister (who is a nurse) around the ER. It totally changed my mind. You...

  24. So anxious/stressed.

    hodgieRN replied to Jonahyona's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Make sure you get into a study group and don't be afraid to see a tutor every week (right from the beginning). Make sure you find a teacher that other students have

  25. Classes that can be taken after pre-reqs are completed?

    hodgieRN replied to Tiff1989's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    And you can never go wrong with knocking out