rubato ASN, RN

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    Types of School Accreditation - The Guide!

    rubato replied to SummitRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Personally, I wouldn't enroll in a program that wasn't fully accredited, but that's just me. It can take a long time to go from conditional to accredited. I would hate to see you waste your time on it...
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    Chemistry requirement... Withdrawal?

    rubato replied to brenay's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Does your school only look at the prereq grades? If so, I don't know if I'd drop the class. You are learning and the W will probably count against you, at least at some schools. I guess I need more...
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    Super awesome day today(L&D/Newborn)!

    rubato replied to Katie71275's topic in General Students

    How awesome for you!!!!! I haven't made it that far in our program yet, but am hopeful to get to be a part of something amazing like
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    Is math in nursing hard? Maybe I should reconsider nursing?

    rubato replied to brenay's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am a math geek. I love it. But, yes I think you can make it through drug calculations without being super strong. You will need to memorize conversions such as 30mL=1oz, and a lot of others, but,...
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    What do you suggest I do to become an RN as fast as possible?

    rubato replied to Principessa22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm assuming you're talking about KCKCC, but could be wrong. If I'm not mistaken, yes, without actually finishing the degree, the unfinished nursing credits won't transfer. But, if you are able to...
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    Chemistry and Math?

    rubato replied to jennaroo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took chemistry at the same time I took elementary algebra. I hadn't been to college in over 20 years, so, at that time, my math skills sucked! I struggled a lot with the conversions. Now that I've...
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    The introverted nurse

    rubato replied to esunada's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As long as you can effectively communicate with your patients, you are probably better off as an introvert. I am an extrovert and sometimes I have a hard time turning it off. I will be mentally...
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    I got in

    rubato replied to jesus01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congratulations! I'm in a program now and it's
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    First semester nursing student... at the brink!

    rubato replied to abagail1220's topic in General Students

    I am now 9 weeks into my first semester. I had some of your feelings for awhile, and then, magically, I had an ahha moment. Things are getting better. I feel more useful, and I am learning valuable...
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    This semester of nursing school not going well for me - unbelievable

    rubato replied to Nogoodmood's topic in General Students

    Nogoodmood, no one here is acting holier than thou. Yes, we make mistakes in clinicals. Everyone does. That's why we're in school, to learn. However, you aren't holding yourself accountable for your...
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    How did you handle your first patient dying?

    rubato posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I thought I'd ask the seasoned nurses this, even though I'm just a student. I had a patient in clinicals 2 weeks ago that was just the most wonderful person. We really connected and I had an amazing...
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    Which stethoscope?

    rubato replied to sapadgett's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I got a Littman Master Classic and love it! I can hear breath sounds even on a morbidly obese patient with no problems at all. I had it engraved, and managed to lose it on the first day of lab....
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    Accredited or not Accredited ?

    rubato replied to pat8585's topic in General Students

    I plan to get my degree, work a few years and move out of state. A non-accredited school isn't an option for me. I want to be able to move wherever my heart, or my husband's heart, desires. I knew...
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    Need recommendation for compression stockings for men

    rubato replied to jorhyne's topic in Men in Nursing

    You could also try compression socks from a running store. I wear the ones I used to wear after running marathons. Men wear them all the
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    This semester of nursing school not going well for me - unbelievable

    rubato replied to Nogoodmood's topic in General Students

    I am pretty sure that your social life isn't germane to your clinical instructor. I would be kicked out of my program in a heartbeat if I gave injections with an aid or did anything at all without my...
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    Is it easy to get into nursing school anywhere???

    rubato replied to NorCalKid's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm going to a very affordable community college in the Kansas City area. It is based on a combo of GPA, ACT scores and interview. I would hate the lottery system. I want to be acknowledged for my...
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    The Disrespect Of Nurses

    rubato replied to TheCommuter's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Not always the case. My father told PT to get the F*** out of his room or he'd beat the s*** out of them. I had to do some very serious damage control that day! (I decided to become a nurse that
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    What are you most worried about in regards to starting nursing school??

    rubato replied to BlueChocolateCat's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ASN. How about
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    Most relevant/useful pre-nursing science class?

    rubato replied to bardone's topic in General Students

    Chemistry is being used a lot for the conversion factors as well as the electrolyte balances, sodium and
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    Balancing vigorous exercise regimen and proper nutrition.

    rubato replied to Enigmatik's topic in Men in Nursing

    I'm only a student at this point, but plan to continue my pattern once I'm working. I work out every day in one form or another. I sometimes wake up at 4 am to get a run in before heading off to...
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    What are you most worried about in regards to starting nursing school??

    rubato replied to BlueChocolateCat's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Great thread, op. When I was waiting for my application to be accepted, I was only afraid of not getting in. Then, when I got accepted, I was only worried about having no life. Now that I'm halfway...
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    How do I avoid the drama and cliques?

    rubato replied to FaithGurl93's topic in General Students

    You're getting some good advice here. I'm experiencing something completely different in my school; no cliques and no drama. I'm shocked. We have one woman that's got an annoying personality and a...
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    How Many Classes?

    rubato replied to jennaroo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I always took 15-18 credit hours. I don't work and have a 12 year old, so he's not much
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    How did you handle your first patient dying?

    rubato replied to rubato's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thanks for all the advice and stories everyone. I'm feeling a lot better and know this will get a lot easier. I am happy she is gone, because she's doing much better where she is now, not dealing with...
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    If you weren't a nurse, what would you have become?

    rubato replied to wooh's topic in General Nursing

    Might as well get paid, right??????