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  1. Commuting with nursing books

    CDEWannaBe replied to bubbly79's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    On the train a suitcase will work much better than the rolling cube. A suitcase will keep it all contained and is way easier to manage on the

  2. General pre-nursing school advice?

    CDEWannaBe replied to acurtis4170's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Get all As in your prereqs, especially the science classes. It's pretty much required to get into most nursing programs these days. The Dummies books (Chemistry for Dummies, Molecular Biology for...

  3. Bachelors and masters degree in non-nursing - ADN or BSN?

    CDEWannaBe replied to maffechr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you can afford to go to school full-time the Accelerated BSN program is ideal. If you already have a BA and have the prereqs done, it takes another 12-18 months of intense courseworke...

  4. Chem teacher

    CDEWannaBe replied to green34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I wouldn't approach the teacher, I'd go straight to the Dean with as many students as possible. Bring a copy of your tests and any other supporting documentation you can find. I work at a...

  5. They act weird when their blood sugar is out of balance

    CDEWannaBe replied to Alnitak7's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    The brain works on glucose, so a low blood sugar often inhibits coherent thought. It's like dealing with a drunk. In a public situation, if the person or his companions say he has diabetes the rule...

  6. Career Change

    CDEWannaBe replied to 3rdgenRN2B's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think you should take the prereqs first and see if you like it and how well you do. I've realized I love the other students in my science classes and most of us are pre-nursing or pre-med. We are...

  7. Please share your GPAs??

    CDEWannaBe replied to sixela21's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You're competing against the other applicants for open spots. Every program is different and every group of applicants is different... Contact the nursing program and ask to meet with an advisor to...

  8. How do you work around a part you dont understand?

    CDEWannaBe replied to Idiosyncratic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Look online and see if there are youtube videos. Don't remember if these concepts are covered, but I borrowed "Chemistry for Dummies" from the library and it really helped me do well in the

  9. New grad - Renal/Diabetes vs. Oncology?

    CDEWannaBe replied to biltz's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have no practical experience with either, but come at your question with a different perspective. If you go the renal/diabetes route then it's important for you to become a diabetes expert. And know...

  10. Law school dropout pursuing nursing career

    CDEWannaBe replied to hoosiergator's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would definitely caution you about doing a direct entry MSN with no bedside nursing experience. You may get the degree, but it will be difficult to get a job with so much less experience than other...

  11. Nervous about Nursing Career

    CDEWannaBe replied to laurie_'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Everyone has some fear of nursing practice. I'm dreading having to insert a catheter! But the reality is we will be trained. Not everyone excels at every part of nursing but most nurses will tell...

  12. Becoming discouraged with science prereqs

    CDEWannaBe replied to tcov93's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Frankly, you should be excelling in your science courses in order to do well in nursing school. It's encouraging that you've done well in Physiology. What happened in Biology? Chemistry is a tough...

  13. What's the best book bag for Nursing School?

    CDEWannaBe replied to studentnurse92's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you rent books I'm a huge fan of www.chegg.com. Rental price includes free return shipping. Just keep the box and at the end of the semester print a return mailing slip. I've saved a ton of...

  14. Conflict with preceptor over re-checking blood glucose

    CDEWannaBe replied to sweetmama81's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Best policy if blood sugar seems abnormal is to clean the skin where blood sample is being taken from and

  15. Are you familiar with diabulimia

    CDEWannaBe replied to cori.duhamel's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Funny, I just stumbled across this on DiabetesMine. It mentions an eating disorders clinic that has a special program specifically for patients with diabetes. They may have info. It's at Park...

  16. I'm turning 25 soon and I want to be a nurse, am I kidding myself?

    CDEWannaBe replied to christinem2388's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm 40 and am just finishing my prereqs! I know 25 feels old, but trust me, you're barely getting started in

  17. Are you familiar with diabulimia

    CDEWannaBe replied to cori.duhamel's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    I first learned about skipping insulin to lose weight about 25 years ago at diabetes summer camp. All the girls in my cabin thought it was a great idea. Sad but true. This site is good too....

  18. What order should I take my classes?

    CDEWannaBe replied to Irish_Mist's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    A&P, Micro and Chemistry were all challenging and time consuming for me. Just be focused and spend lots of time at the beginning to master the basics so you don't get behind. Because of the number...

  19. Horrible Professor!

    CDEWannaBe replied to phoenixnim's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I work at a community college and some of the professors are so bad the school won't list their names on the class schedule. Be leery of any class with a teacher that is to be announced. And once a...

  20. Is 1 "C" bad?

    CDEWannaBe replied to Donatello88's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with Kristen. It's smart to get advice from your future nursing program. Plus it gives you an excuse to make contact with the staff and academic advisors there. I'm not applying until this...

  21. The thought of failing is putting me in a stupor 8 0

    CDEWannaBe replied to mwilso2318's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Talk to your teacher immediately! Teachers are people. If they understand you are working hard and take the class seriously, they might be willing to round up if your grade is borderline. Some will...

  22. Failed Anatomy/Physiology 1 help me

    CDEWannaBe replied to mgntanner's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You really need to check with an academic counselor at your school to find out how it will impact your transcript. Some schools will replace the grade when you retake the class. But most still show...

  23. Setting Myself Up For Success

    CDEWannaBe replied to theodorerhoades's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What else are you balancing in your life? Full time job?

  24. How much do new BSN nursing grads make?

    CDEWannaBe replied to gonnaB37nursedoc's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    The other issue gonnaB37nursedoc is that you currently make $17 but I'm assuming you've worked in your field for a while. I have a non-healthcare BA and earn $15/hour. I'm great at my job. I don't...

  25. Admission essays!!

    CDEWannaBe replied to gonnaB37nursedoc's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You're smart to visit your college writing center. Most of us need help with writing. The first draft is just the first step in writing a good essay. You'll need to keep working on it and rewriting....