Shorty11

Shorty11 BSN, RN

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  1. Statistics

    I think it all depends on your previous experience with math. I consider myself pretty good at math. I took stats online and got an A. It wasn't super easy, but it wasn't hard either (I found college...
  2. Going back to School - RN, NP, or PA?

    I have a BS in Biology (pre-med degree in other words). Upon graduation, I was unable to get into any of the medical schools I applied to. I entered the workforce as a fitter and dispenser of hearing...
  3. How are you paying for Nursing school?

    I'v been paying with scholarships mainly...and federal student loans for the remainder. I have not taken any private loans, only federal. I recommend applying for some scholarships, if possible....
  4. which math to take

    I agree. Go with Stats. I have a BS in Biology. For that degree, I took college algebra, trigonometry, and calculus I. I decided to go back several years after graduation for my BSN. Even though I had...
  5. LPN or ADN?

    I really think it depends on your individual situation and where you live. Also, do you want to go on to get an ADN, BSN, MSN, PhD? This topic comes up a lot on allnurses. I would search past related...
  6. school,work,child

    Only you really know what you can handle. Hopefully you have a good support system in place as well. I personally thought intro to sociology was easy. I am pretty good at math, so I found stats easy...
  7. Co reqs

    Its really up to you as to how much you can handle. I would recommend taking as many as possible of your non-nursing courses before starting nursing courses. I am in my 3rd semester of actual nursing...
  8. How hard is nursing school?

    Honestly, it's not as hard as I heard it would be. The subject matter itself is not difficult, but nursing school is very time consuming (paperwork, clinicals, etc). I am in my 3rd (of 5) semesters in...
  9. which class to take??

    As far as nursing school apps, I don't think one would look necessarily look "better" than the other. Different programs have different requirements for admission... some look at overall GPA, some...
  10. test anxiety?

    Agreed with PP.. Ask the teacher for advice for starters. For example: Our university has a "math lab". It is a walk-in welcome homework/tutoring center than is open weekdays in the afternoon from...
  11. I am so confused

    It is definitely okay to obtain a bachelor's degree before deciding to go to nursing school. There is no penalty for changing your mind anyways! I have a BS in Biology and am currently working on a...
  12. I second what some others have said... I recommend getting NANDA-I 2012-2014 (I purchased it after reading GrnTea's advice to another poster and it has made a tremendous difference in my comprehension...
  13. I attend a BSN program in Texas. My university has a program for international students that offers INSTATE tuition costs for international students from certain areas/countries in the Caribbean and...
  14. Risk for thrombus formation as a NxDx

    Risk for peripheral neurovascular
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  16. Pharm over the summer?

    Only you can really answer the question of the amount you can handle! I personally thought Pharm wasn't so bad.. Heck, I actually really liked it! It came easy to me and who knows, maybe it will to...
  17. I am having a difficult time with adhesives. I know that sounds strange, but let me explain. In my clinical the other day, we were working on IV insertion using a manikin. I had no issues selecting...
  18. In Texas & California, LPN's are called LVN's. It is the same thing. Same education. Same qualifications. Instead of being called Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), in Texas & California they...
  19. Hiv positive filipino nurse for USA

    Personally, I would seek the counsel of an attorney or at least an advocacy group. An attorney who is experienced in workplace issues will know the answers to your questions and direct you to the...
  20. Hospital nursing school???

    Yes, hospital diploma programs do still exist, but they are far fewer in number than they use to be. The hospitals in my area have made the transition to wanting "BSN preferred or required" for most...
  21. fundamentals exam

    Ahh I see. Our finals are on the computer and like that also, but not our unit exams. Since all of your exams are like that you should be more than prepared for the NCLEX! I kinda wish all our tests...
  22. fundamentals exam

    It's just the nature of the beast. Nursing tests are unlike any other tests I have ever taken. The type of questions are critical thinking, application based. They just instill a certain degree of...
  23. fundamentals exam

    Good advice! All this! In addition to this I would add.. Know your normals! To know if something is abnormal, you need to first know what is normal. Knowing your normals across the life-span really...
  24. Waiting on acceptance/rejection letters

    The waiting game is rough! I've been there. I applied to several nursing programs. I was denied admission to the first few that I heard from. The last one I was waiting to hear back from accepted me!...
  25. career change.. What should I do?

    Like a PP said, 15 classes or 15 credit hours?? I'm asking because you said "only" 15 classes left. 15 credit hours, I'd say finish the degree. You could potentially finish 15 credit hours in one...