Melina

Melina

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  1. Acceptance letters from FRCC?

    Melina replied to Melina's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Having a liberal acceptance policy doesn't help these students. They can get in with their lower grades, but they are flunking out of the program. These students are not prepared for the rigor of...

  2. Pain Scores Effective or not

    Melina replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

    This is not the patient's fault. He or she is not trained in the "proper" use of the pain scale.

  3. Acceptance letters from FRCC?

    Melina replied to Melina's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I took my pre-reqs at FRCC, so I am aware of the spectrum of academic talent, most of whom will be heading to FRCC's nursing program. The gpa requirement is very low, and many students are entering...

  4. Acceptance letters from FRCC?

    Melina replied to Melina's topic in Colorado Nursing

    My sister contacted the director yesterday and was told that she was working on the Fall roster "in between other projects," but she was hoping to have the packets out to the first students by next...

  5. stethoscopes and tinnitus

    Melina replied to ibspider's topic in General Students

    I assume you have already seen a doctor about the ringing, right? If it isn''t something that can be remedied, like impacted wax, then I would recommend Doctor's Research Group Pure Tone steths....

  6. Need help with PathoPhys

    Melina replied to moonlightlady74's topic in General Students

    I have Pathophysiology: Reviews & Rationales, which is a great book with both outlines & NCLEX style ?s. I took Patho online, but it wasn't nursing focused AT ALL, so the book didn't help me...

  7. Mother needing support-daughter bipolar

    Melina replied to bookwormom's topic in Psychiatric

    Bookwormom, I am so sorry to hear about your troubles. I'm bipolar, and it sounds like I was in an similar state at your daughter's age. I have two things to tell you: first, you can give her all...

  8. Student Nurse who needs some input/advice

    Melina replied to blyn79's topic in General Nursing

    I know many schools offer (or require) communication courses that cover such things, as well as patient/family communication. That said, being able to advocate for your education is an invaluable...

  9. On Regis' Alternate List

    Melina replied to SemperFI's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Semper Fi, Best of luck! Everyone I've ever spoken to just *gushes* about how great the program is. I can hardly wait! When do find out your status? Keep us informed!

  10. Acceptance letters from FRCC?

    Melina replied to Melina's topic in Colorado Nursing

    It's been crazy! It was the main reason I applied to Regis in the first place. I wish I could have convinced her to just get the BSN with me. It has to work out eventually, I

  11. UCDHSC or Regis? Need Your Opinion, Please!

    Melina replied to TKBSN2b's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Regis is an excellent school, and that would be my vote, but I would never be able to afford their traditional program. (Luckily the CHOICE program is *only* $500/SH!). Congrats on your graduation...

  12. Nurse with bipolar disorder or adhd?

    Melina replied to nursedudekl's topic in General Nursing

    I spoke to the Colo BoN when I was a freshman, and there is a form my doctor has to fill out stating that my medical condition will not affect my nursing performance. You should check with your...

  13. Flushing IV Question

    Melina replied to netgeek's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    If I remember correctly, the cardio test where they inject 1cc of air is a test for a PFO, so that wouldn't be dangerous. I always hear it called a "bubble test," but I'm sure that isn't what the...

  14. Volunteer in the ED

    Melina replied to armyvet's topic in Emergency

    I think you mentioned her before. I can only imagine what that must have been like! I've stayed for a few procedures, but it was to support a patient. I will have plenty of time for observation in...

  15. Volunteer in the ED

    Melina replied to armyvet's topic in Emergency

    We aren't allowed to lift or transfer either, and I wish I could help with vitals. I have my CNA, but I'm in school full-time and don't work, so it would keep me in practice. I am so grateful for...

  16. Volunteer in the ED

    Melina replied to armyvet's topic in Emergency

    I volunteer in the ED, and I love it. The nurses really appreciate us, which makes it really great. I have a really specific job function as a patient rep. I serve as liason between patient and...

  17. Lie about references?

    Melina replied to LovebugLPN's topic in General Nursing

    I feel your pain. When I started school, I really had to struggle to find references, too. I think you'd be much better off explaining your circumstances to an acquaintance and asking to use them as...

  18. good ink pens

    Melina replied to Betty_SPN_KS's topic in General Nursing

    Drug reps have great pens! I have bags and bags of these bright purple Zyprexa pens, and they are great quality. Easy to locate if they stroll off, too.

  19. wearing scrubs out in town?

    Melina replied to Imissthefall's topic in General Nursing

    I would think the hospital were you work would have a policy. I know @ my hospital, certain units (OR, L&D, etc.) have to change at work, so Occ Health must feel the risk is low from other units....

  20. wearing scrubs out in town?

    Melina replied to Imissthefall's topic in General Nursing

    You must get *really* hot! Our hospital keeps the temp on the floor really warm; I would be a puddle of sweat in a few hours.

  21. Can you believe this commercial?

    Melina replied to one2one's topic in General Nursing

    Tazz is right. "Gypped" is a term that originally meant taken advantage of by a certain ethnic group, or "gypsies", but is now used (although it's derogatory to Roma people) to refer to any situation...

  22. Professor claims Wellbutrin does not have a lethal dose

    Melina replied to DrugReptoNurse's topic in General Students

    She "disagreed" with the PDR?? Is she an RN educator? I would be worried about my license if I were her.

  23. What exactly is a pyxis?

    Melina replied to TraumaGirl1018's topic in Medical-Surgical

    It will be something similar to this: http://www.pyxis.com/prodDetails.aspx?pid=118 Don't worry, your NM will train you. Have fun at your new job!

  24. Embarassed -- Reading Blood Pressure

    Melina replied to Seven, RN2b's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Do you get to bring your own steth? Usually there is a teaching scope at the testing site, so the observer can listen as well.

  25. SOOO, Who else is getting their CNA while waiting?

    Melina replied to Irene joy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think every future nurse (and doc, for that matter) should work as a CNA. I was in retail management in a formal life, and I would never ask an employee to do something I wouldn't do. I enjoyed it...