twinbee25

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1. Concept Maps?

   twinbee25 replied to Lylesmom's topic in General Students

   I am surprised they didnt give you an visuals or samples. We have had to do concept maps all through nursing school. Our school at least gave us forms to follow. This last semester they added an addendum for us to do. Though hard at first, we fin...

2. tips studying med surg?

   twinbee25 replied to newguard's topic in International

   Hi, what has worked for me is first memorizing certain facts (labs values, certain meds ex: digoxin, lasix, etc) then what I do b/c I am the type that has to write things out to learn/remember is I start with a blank sheet of paper and "build a pati...

3. applied for CNA job...and now a credit check?

   twinbee25 replied to twinbee25's topic in CNA/MA

   To clarify....it is credit card debt that has ruined my credit. I had to max out a card to get a new engine for my car (only way I had to pay for it), and then could not afford to keep up even minimum payments...this happened about 2yrs ago. and it...

4. applied for CNA job...and now a credit check?

   twinbee25 posted a topic in CNA/MA

   Hi, I am about to finish my 2nd semester of the ADN program here in Texas. I have applied for a summer CNA position. The lady just called me and asked if I was still interested in the position, and I said definitely! She then tells me they will ...

5. ABGs and ME NEED HELP

   twinbee25 replied to keishapound's topic in Student Assist

   this site really helped me understand it well. also provides some practice links. Just scroll down the frame and click on "ABGs". http://realnurseed.com/

6. Mixing Insulins question

   twinbee25 posted a topic in General Students

   Hi, I am a 2nd semester ADN student, and last week during clinicals was my 1st time to mix insulins. I was to mix regular insulin (10units), and Novalog (15units). Well I did everything correctly ...clear to cloudy... then when I was withdrawing th...

7. 5 month old NG tube.

   twinbee25 replied to Ronold's topic in Pediatric

   hi, sorry I dont know the answer to your question, (I'm a nursing student), but from what little I know I am thinking it may be listed in the MAR or a procedure handbook. I am sure someone more in-the-know will be able to answer soon. :)

8. Therapeutic Communication

   twinbee25 replied to HididiScribbler's topic in Student Assist

   Hi, I once thought the same also. When I took the communication class (prereq), I couldnt see the point of it and thought "noone talks like this!" You will (mostly) see the point of it once you have your psych rotation, and also it is tested on th...

9. I'm attending nursing school this fall...I'd appreciate any feedback...

   twinbee25 replied to Glrer21's topic in General Students

   Hi Ginelle! The first week (or two) of your first semester involves LOTS of orientation. I will never forget my first day (in my 2nd semester now). Half way through, an instructor tells us, "Its alright, go ahead and take a deep breath"! :chuckl...

10. Careplan Assessment Help

    twinbee25 replied to abundantjoy07's topic in General Nursing

    nursing student here who also gets it out of order sometimes, but going to give it a try! :) 1. Pain (we have always been told pain is a priority) 2. Impaired physical mobility 3. Diarrhea (tough choice to me as to #2 and #3, but I am thinking that ...

11. What is Considered Passing at Your School??

    twinbee25 replied to hangnon's topic in General Students

    70% in theory Clinicals are graded from 0-4, with 4 being an A, and must have a C to pass (3.6 -4 is an A)

12. So much info, So LITTLE Time!!!

    twinbee25 replied to Osborne55's topic in Pre-Nursing

    hi, you have done your prereqs, you have been accepted!! Congrats!! :) believe it or not, you are ready! I had no prior medical experience whatsoever either when I decided on nursing, so I can relate (as I am sure so many others can also) to how yo...

13. Issues with school

    twinbee25 replied to abundantjoy07's topic in General Students

    the most exhausting thing to me is the AMOUNT of study/homework required in such a short time in order to pass!

14. Who's Who in American Jr Colleges

    twinbee25 replied to grinnurse's topic in General Students

    Congrats to all who receive this! This is a major recognition and something to be proud of! I received this a year ago while still in pre-reqs. I didnt buy the book, but some other students did, and they showed me my name in the book. I simply co...

15. IM Blood Return

    twinbee25 replied to Boston1's topic in Pain

    hi, we have been taught, (and its also in textbooks today), is when you get blood during aspiration for an IM injection, you are to throw that away, and start all over with new needle, syringe, and medication. I am currently in an ADN program and w...