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  1. Uuuuugh, APA!

    Andoo replied to Farawyn's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    For APA 6th edition I utilize Microsoft Words' -> References -> Style: APA 6th edition. This will help for your reference list, within in-text citation afterwards you should come to learn the...

  2. This will be a tough year

    Andoo posted a topic in General Students

    Ever since I started thinking about returning to school, my mom has always been super supportive and played a huge role in helping me to pay for university. She was definitely tough on me, but that's...

  3. This will be a tough year

    Andoo replied to Andoo's topic in General Students

    Hey all, As I expected the semester back was very difficult. Took a break from volunteering at hospice and just recently started going back to volunteer every Saturday, and I am glad to be back!...

  4. This will be a tough year

    Andoo replied to Andoo's topic in General Students

    Thank you all so much for your kind words! Each day has it struggles but I try to keep my wits about everything. The nights can be very stressful and lonely since I spent many nights by her bedside...

  5. First Time CPR Certification

    Andoo replied to NiftyGirl2014's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just go in and have fun and soak in the material, most of the first aid instructors are really awesome and do a great job at giving you the information needed to pass! From the many re-certs i've...

  6. 1st semester expectations

    Andoo replied to Val0512's topic in General Students

    I'll be going into my third year of nursing school. First year I felt so stressed and as though there was so much going on. But as the year comes to an end and you enter 2nd year, you realize that...

  7. July 2014 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    Andoo replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Only an hour late for her next home visit, why is she in such a rush... She even forgot her

  8. How old were you when you started nursing school?

    Andoo replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    I started nursing school at the sweet age of 25. Going into my 3rd year in September it has been the best decision I've ever

  9. Stress of nursing school

    Andoo replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    My biggest stressor in nursing school is myself and my procrastination. I worry too much about essays and tests that i work myself up and other times I start assignments late which again stresses

  10. Doctor Anyone?

    Andoo replied to Ant24's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I'm am unsure about if I would want to become an MD after nursing school. In the past few months I have met some incredible doctors from all disciplines which makes me think that it would be a fun...

  11. What is a "passing grade" for your nursing program?

    Andoo replied to aspiringrn1987's topic in General Students

    Seems as though BScN program I take is probably the most lenient. A passing grade at my school is a 60%, the med math portion we needed a 100% in order to pass. The teachers and coordinators...

  12. What do you want for Christmas?

    Andoo replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    The main concern for me is money. Last year i just scraped by with enough money to pay for my tuition. So i'm really looking forward to some good fortune in order for me to continue into my 3rd...

  13. As a nursing student I'm afraid of _____. (fill in the blank)

    Andoo replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    As a nursing student i'm afraid of not knowing what to do in life or death situations. In 3rd semester our instructors dropped 3 of us into a simulation ( i was one of the 3), needless to say i froze...

  14. When does/did your semester end and how did you do?

    Andoo replied to Caribbean Character's topic in General Students

    Just finished my 3rd semester about a week ago. Microbiology: B, Pharmacology/Nursing Practice: A-, Maternity: A- Nutrition: A. I also have Clinical Chemistry but it is a year long class so no...

  15. BSN Graduate 2013

    Andoo replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in General Students

    Congratulations! good luck on the rest of your journey. :) I finish in '16, it'll be an amazing

  16. How many NClex questions did you practice during nursing school?

    Andoo replied to VAgirl247's topic in General Students

    I had the opportunity to meet multiple wonderful nurses with their Ph.D, and while talking to them about the NCLEX, they mentioned in most cases for those who want to pass on the first try it is best...

  17. First time having a patient with diabetes

    Andoo replied to Tammy90's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Just as one of the other members have said. It is normally not required to hold metformin, because it's mechanism of action is different than that of Insulin. Metformin is a drug that works with the...

  18. Oral Dosages Help..

    Andoo replied to RN_TOBE's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Try to keep in mind, Doctors Order (DD) dosage on hand (DH), and quantity (Qt). DD / DH * Qt 1000 / 500 * 1 1000 / 500 = 2 2 * 1 = 2

  19. Changing careerS

    Andoo replied to iTyrizzle87's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Though, i never really had a career I also went through a big change. I was originally a high school drop out, and worked in factories and meat plants for about 7 years going from job to job. I got...

  20. How old were you when you started nursing school?

    Andoo replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    I started my Bachelor of Science of Nursing last year, at the age of 27. It's been a wonderful yet hectic ride. Sometimes I feel as though i'm lacking so much knowledge and it can be disheartening....

  21. Why a Nurse?

    Andoo replied to Ant24's topic in Male Nursing Students

    1) I want to have an impact on as many people as I can, to help them live healthier fuller lives. (quality over quantity) 2) 27 (2nd semester BScN student) 3) Complex care, BICU, or perhaps try for...

  22. Guys, do you take this personally?

    Andoo replied to bethannie's topic in Men in Nursing

    I don't take it personally. You have to take into consideration a lot of things. Perhaps they are old fashioned and don't feel right having a male nurse seeing them in such a vulnerable state. Not...

  23. Got accepted!!!!

    Andoo replied to flying_ace2's topic in General Students

    Congrats on being accepted. I have just recently finished my first semester of my BScN program and it's been quite the ride

  24. 9th Nursing Caption Contest - Win $100

    Andoo replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    "So... Do you want to tell her she has to work Christmas

  25. New vs used books vs renting

    Andoo replied to Kimynurse's topic in General Students

    I buy used books if they are in good condition from my colleges bookstore. I work at the college as part of the student union and the bookstore helps many students with bursary jobs and they also...