Fun2 BSN, RN

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  1. Congrats to all of us that were accepted to the nursing program at either campus for Fall '06!!!! :balloons: :balloons: :balloons: :balloons: :balloons: :balloons: I'm going to be at the NLC...
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    CNOR

    How did you do the AORN review course? Did you only read through the modules, and then take the one practice test at the end? How long have you been in the OR? I have done the AORN course, and...
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    hand written signs

    I don't think a sign is going to stop someone from being nasty....just sayin'. I also don't think the signs are
  4. (I posted this on the summer I micro club thread, but so many students are starting later....) I'm supposed to start tonight, but I'm going to miss the first day of class. lol (My daughter is going...
  5. UT Southwestern is also a partnership
  6. I am graduating from this program next week! I definitely recommend it! It took 13 months for me to complete it....not sure if it varies depending on when you start. I started Feb, 2009. There are...
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    Daytonite has passed away...

    So very sad....such a knowledgeable, helpful person. My deepest sympathy to her
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    Will there always be an RN in the OR?

    AORN is big, and with AORN and ANA joining forces, I'm sure it will be a long time, if ever, that RNs are taken completely out. I guess you should always ask if there is a nurse in the OR if you have...
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    CNOR

    I got my AORN Standards book in the mail yesterday! I have about 3 weeks left to finish my BSN program, then I'll start reading the Standards... I plan to buy the questions CD later as well....
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    CNOR

    I'm getting my BSN for me...not for more pay. I'll register to take the CNOR exam after July for myself as well... Extra pay would be nice, but I am seeking the knowledge, etc for my own self-worth....
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    Regular RN scope of practice in the OR

    Was this your first time to scrub in, or have you been taught proper
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    MD Anderson New Grad Nurses Jan 2010

    What is the drive time for rush hour from Katy to
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    Masters degree for OR?

    This is my concern as well. I am almost finish with my RN-BSN bridge, and would like to continue on later down the road. (I think I better take a break!!)
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    Scrub tech working out of scope

    He has earned the right to have LPN on his badge, but should only be allowed to do scrub duties. We have an LVN who is a scrub. I give her the respect she deserves, she is a scrub nurse. However,...
  15. I think the UnderArmor brand is suppose to be good.... Make sure you get the winter version, and not the 'stay dry' version. :) Sporting goods stores that sell clothing should have this. Also, you...
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    Best unit to prepare for OR?

    If you haven't already, go ahead and apply to any and all OR Internships you can! Many hire right out of school, and with you having other experience, I'm sure you'll find someone willing to train...
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    AORN - student nurse membership

    I'm not sure about an official mentor program for SNs, but if you have questions, I would be happy to help, as I'm sure many of us on here would be. I think going to the monthly meetings would be a...
  18. That is very scary! I hope it gets solved
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    A&P I is not going well

    During nursing school, you may find that the instructors read powerpoints that don't really help much. You have to study the material, find resources, etc. It's hard, but remember that it is...
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    I need to interview a nurse! =]

    I am an RN in Texas. I work in the OR, and have been out of school since May '08. I'd be happy to help, unless you are looking for a specific
  21. I think there is no right answer... Everyone is different, every case is different, every position is different, and every facility is
  22. Urology cases where the female is in lithotomy position get a vag
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    OR new grad interview coming up, HELP!

    I think there are other threads on this topic that may help you out...just scroll through the titles. Be honest, and give your gut feeling on any question. Prioritize before answering....is cleaning...
  24. PLEASE HELP!!! When someone says that 42% of a pt's arms and legs (each front and back), and 27% of the pts trunk (each front and back), do you multiply the percentages to the 36% noted on the Rule of...
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    Learning to scrub..help...

    See if you can get a copy of your facility's count sheets for some of the sets often used, such as a major set, minor set, etc... Then, you can either try to take pics of those instruments at your...