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Hi everyone, I have some serious eye strain from all the studying and may need stronger perscription glasses :) I took my last exam today...Health Differences. All eight completed. Onto FCCA. Matter of fact I failed a total of two exams while going t...

(The two snakes around the rod with the wings is misused...it's suppose to be a single snake around the rod with no wings) Either way, I would not wear this symbol because of what snakes/serpents represents. It's just my choice, not trying to convinc...

Information Literacy... So the nursing advisor is telling me that everyone has to take this class because, most likely, most college courses do not cover the material in this information literacy course. I'm a little disappointed because out of my MA...

Hi everyone, So I have the CPNE material to study and have NOT gotten started yet (I got it in Sept '12) I need some help. If you have started studying or have completed the CPNE, can you give me some pointers on how to began this study journey pleas...

Thank You! I'm in PA and will look into Tina's workshop. Had no idea there was a workshop within PA. I'll be in touch too!

Thanks everyone, I've gotten encouraged reading each reply and will enjoy reading anymore to come. I know it's not about how I "feel" but sometimes that play a big factor in getting started. I was so motivated with the nursing theory exams but starte...

To everyone who posted above a huge THANK YOU!!!!!!!! It feels great to know there is another option and a cheaper one too! I will be contacting Penn Foster asap. Any other suggestions will be considered! Again, thanks. (So glad I posted this questio...

That comment irritates me as well. Another nurse told me this one day and the funny part was she looked even more tired than I, her eyes looked like she just work up, really. They don't need to know your business. Like one post said, don't give them ...

Thanks for sharing. I'm a floor nurse working in LTC/Rehab center. I actually am burnt out from the floor work and dealing with difficult residents and family members. What you say you're burnt out from is actually what I'd prefer (at least the sch...

When studying while in nursing school, my place was not spotless. Every minute to study was needed. I just used my days off to catch up with the mess. I gave my young son something to do while I was studying. Please don't quit, it's worth it. Just ma...

I couldn't have said it better myself, ha!! Thanks for putting some humor in it, made me smile.

I just had to read this article since this is a major area that I've been dealing with lately. I've actually tried all of the suggestions you listed. My problem is the patients who are NEVER SATISFIED NO MATTER WHAT. I'm grateful to work in an enviro...

I'm actually looking for Data Entry job positions currently. It would be a huge decrease in my income, but for the sake of my sanity I'm willing to do it. Just give me a computer and some data to type in and I'm good. No one in my face, no skin check...

Right now I regret it because I'm not currently working with the demographic group that I went to school for which are neonate. I'm wondering after obtaining the RN license along with the experience if I'll still regret it. My guess is that I would...

why do some of the babies have the nose of a pig, lol

RNs who have their BSN are "preferred" by major hospitals, if not all hospitals, because the hospitals want Magnet status. The way I understand it, magnet status = more money for hospitals. Why? Because RNs with BSNs have more exposure to researchin...

All I asked was, "Can I borrow your pen."

The education department decided to incorporate a more "hands on" approach to our stress management activities.

She didn't want to bother at first, but when I told her Mr. Doe was stuffed in there she went at it.

Very happy for you success, Nervous1 !!!

I also want to add that excelsior exams are challenging even with all the studying because they want you to think critically and know your stuff before sitting for NCLEX-RN. I believe the nclex will be less challenging. Just my opinion. I believe t...

Yes and yes. Invest in that. Saunders is great study with and easy to understand. Remember use the CD where you can study topics separately not mixed like book. NCLEX made incredibly easy Question and Answers 4th ed. as well. Thank you lizzyreg!...

I'm very happy for you! I'm praying for your success!!!

Look at the area that will be graded more heavily. You will find that from the downloadable documents the percentages are to the right of the subjects that the test will cover. Spend more time getting these concepts down first then move on to area le...

Study as many nclex questions as possible. Study them over and over and over again. When you get to a question where even the rationales don't help, google and/or youtube the subject. I've found that some youtube videos is great for visual learners l...