queserasera

queserasera RN

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  1. Which would you take?

    I'd do one of the film classes personally. Conflict and nonviolent resolution in film?! That sounds so
  2. How To Get An "A" In Any Nursing Course

    I am really old school with the paper planner and desk calendar. I totally agree that visualizing your month on a desk calendar can be very useful and practical. I also have really important dates in...
  3. August 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    Unless it can follow me in an iv bag, I don't have time to drink
  4. How To Get An "A" In Any Nursing Course

    Missmollie & Pipestone, CAN NOT AGREE MORE WITH BOTH OF YOU! All in caps
  5. How To Get An "A" In Any Nursing Course

    Billy, If you can finish the study guides before hand (without having had listened to lecture) I'd say it could only help you, but don't stress yourself out if you can't or find that you're having to...
  6. UMSON BSN Spring 2014

    Go here: Apply Now | University of Maryland School of Nursing scroll down and click "For Each Option" and then it's the last oon the list and it's an itty bitty link that says "download" The website...
  7. How To Get An "A" In Any Nursing Course

    It honestly developed for me after my public speaking class. Once you get over your fear of sounding "dumb" you'll realize you'll probably actually spark other students to speak up and ask questions....
  8. UMSON BSN Spring 2014

    Thanks! I'm studying now for TEAS, but concurrently enrolled in a 6 week A&PII course at AACC. The balance just isn't there, so hopefully I'll be able to get a sufficient amount of studying done...
  9. UMSON BSN Spring 2014

    Did anyone else notice on the website the deadline date was moved from September 4th to September 15th? I'm still going to make sure everything in in by September 1st incase it continues to switch! I...
  10. If I were you, I'd consider getting a different degree.. nursing is so competitive and if you want to be a PA eventually (not an NP) why tae a spot AND put yourself through the extra stress! A buddy...
  11. What Was Your Hardest Topic In Anatomy and Physiology?

    I agree with muscles of the arm being difficult for anatomy! My goodness, that was confusing at first. I made a way to remember them though that I'll never forget!! As for physiology, (My school...
  12. Math rage

    I understand your frustration, I HATE MATH. No, I don't hate math, I hate that it doesn't come easy to me like it does to others! While I share your "math rage", it's more about being able to COMPLETE...
  13. What should I take with A&P 2

    If it were me I'd take A&P 2, English, Nutrition (At my school Nutrition and A&P 2 had a LOT of overlapping material) Then English 2, Sociology & Microbio. Just my 2c and lookig back what...
  14. 2014 Applicants

    Last time I was active on this thread was February! Whoa, I have done SO much since then. It's getting to be -real- I am writing my essays, taking the TEAS august 23rd, and working on getting my...
  15. Are You A Victim?

    A professor in my past semester at college left a very powerful idea with me, one that I think can really benefit a lot of people on this board. I walked into my first day of Anatomy & Physiology...
  16. Last semester of pre-reqs!

    Mandy! My spring 2014 sister! Yes, last semester of pre reqs! -Gen/Org/Intro to Biochem -Group Leadership & Communication -Statistics -Writing for Professional! Whoo Hoo! Can't believe I've made...
  17. Moonwalking with Einstein by Joshua Foer gave me hope that ANYONE can increase their memory. I have a lockbox memory, and was lucky in that I have a semi-photographic memory. But seriously, read that...
  18. Fall Classes 2013

    I agree, depending on where you live, you DO NOT need a 4.0 GPA to get into a program. In fact, a lot of ADN programs in my area are switching from competitive admission to rolling admission to cater...
  19. Fall Classes 2013

    Trisha, I took A&P I with micro and it was fine. I thought A&P I was a lot more difficult than A&P II (which I am currently taking), but it really depends on how you learn. Just stay on...
  20. Fall Classes 2013

    Sounds like you'll have your hands full. I'll be in my last semester of prereqs! I'm taking Statistics, Group Communication and Leadership (a fluffer humanities course), Writing for Professionals...
  21. UMSON BSN Spring 2014

    littlemango, you can take your TEAS twice and the higher score is taken from what I understand. I am working through the ATI practice tests hoping I only have to take once for $$
  22. Anatomy & Physiology I/II Summer 2013

    I'm in my 3rd week of a 6 week A&P II course. I have never been so excited for a class. My professor lectures like he's playing a well reheorificed concerto piece. I got so very lucky. Me and my...
  23. Pre-Cal or Finite Math

    I took finite math before stats (My BSN program required a college level math course in addition to Stats) I really enjoyed it, and I am not a natural at math. Definitely different than any other math...
  24. I'd imagine it'd help you greatly to retake at least your science courses. I know my BSN program averages the 2 grades if you
  25. Should I do nursing or follow my dreams?

    Don't become a