catebsn25

catebsn25

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  1. I'm 23 and doing my pre-reqs...wondering...

    catebsn25 replied to taraer1206's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    how can someone in their 20's think they are too old for anything?? you're still a

  2. Question about marijuana use as a nurse

    catebsn25 replied to sasha_t's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I haven't read all of the comments, but all I can say is that you are a brave person for asking this question. Check with your state's BON and see what their policies are. Good luck with all of the...

  3. 2nd year, close to failing...I dont understand what happened!

    catebsn25 replied to UmmIbrahim's topic in General Students

    i am a 3rd year student... I have had your problems before and unfortunately failed and had to take a leave of absense... I have returned this past semester and am doing MUCH better! why? because I...

  4. Is pulling a 200 lb patient different than lifting them

    catebsn25 replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    I am in the same situation. I have been working as a home health aide privately for almost 5 years with a 210lb quad patient. He has a Clinitron bed which makes it easier, and a Hoyer, but I still...

  5. I am officially broken. Vent.

    catebsn25 replied to missladyrn's topic in General Nursing

    "Tending the fires within so others can feel the warmth." You deserve your day off, take care of yourself for a change. I hope things get better for

  6. I'm Freaking Out and Frantic! Please, Help Me!

    catebsn25 replied to rn/writer's topic in General Nursing

    i appreciate this article so much. thank you for taking the time to write it, i have printed it out and will keep it with me during my last 3 semesters of school. thank you thank you thank...

  7. Late for exam

    catebsn25 replied to katpatel's topic in General Students

    I have been there and unfortunately had to repeat the course... I would talk to your instructor to see about make up work, and if that isn't possible continue this semester and study your butt off....

  8. Experienced Student Nurses...advice?

    catebsn25 replied to cchesney's topic in General Students

    get your book for next semester and start reading it! also agree with fluid/electrolytes, buffer systems and acid/base! good

  9. Failing classes & discouraged..3rd year. Need honest advice

    catebsn25 replied to Nurse_Sherlock's topic in General Students

    sorry for the spelling mistakes, I wrote this with my phone... hope you get the gist of what I was trying to say

  10. Failing classes & discouraged..3rd year. Need honest advice

    catebsn25 replied to Nurse_Sherlock's topic in General Students

    I had a similar experience as you with school... what I did was take a year and a half off and got my head and priorities straight. I got into therapy and got my life back in order, then contacted the...

  11. Med-Surg

    catebsn25 replied to mersonsgrace's topic in General Students

    just took my medsurg final do idk if my study tips actually worked yet but do a ton of practice questions!! thousands and thousands whenever you can and read the rationales for the ones you get wrong....

  12. Are all CNAs mean

    catebsn25 replied to 2bthelpngirl's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    all CNA's are not mean. they are definitely overworked, underpaid and depending on how long they have been in their facility, are burnt out. they see a new group of students and might feel overwhelmed...

  13. New grad rn :( I wanna cry

    catebsn25 replied to srn789's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    just keep on trucking! i know it sucks right now, i am currently a student so not quite in your shoes... but also in a terrible job where i feel trapped for other reasons. just know that you are doing...

  14. A&P 1 what would you do?

    catebsn25 replied to southphilly_chic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    nope! I'd be happy I got my passing grade and move

  15. Sorry Nurse Recruiters/Nurse Managers!

    catebsn25 replied to Isitpossible's topic in Nurse Management

    i hear your frustration... don't get discouraged! you will find a job... congrats on your hard work and success so

  16. Harassed at work

    catebsn25 posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    I would first like to tell you all how much allnurses means to me! When I get down on myself and feel discouraged I can just come here and I instantly feel better. I read your stories and responses...

  17. Harassed at work

    catebsn25 replied to catebsn25's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    yes, he is all there mentally... I've tried to sit down and talk with him about it but I've never told him I might quit. that's a great idea thank you everyone

  18. Anybody have experience with taking a Leave of Absence during nursing school?

    catebsn25 replied to heatherhammy's topic in General Students

    I left school in October 2010 because of family drama and a bad case of depression. At the time I had given up so I just stopped going... Didn't notify anyone or respond to any emails. Last November...

  19. Harassed at work

    catebsn25 replied to catebsn25's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

    Thank you for your reply... I have considered that but I'm not sure I could sue him! I might bring this up to the other women who work with me... See if they deal with this as

  20. Not getting accepted into nursing school? Try...

    catebsn25 replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    5! all but 1 wait listed me but 1 is all I needed!

  21. Why I became a nurse

    catebsn25 replied to MattNurse's topic in General Nursing

    That is the cutest thing I've heard in long