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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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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/

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...

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. :)

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...

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...

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 ...

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)

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...

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

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...

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...

Congrats!!! Since you have 5 months and are excited about getting ahead start, I would recommend (strongly) to rest at least 1 month before school starts! You will wish later you had if you dont. :) Everyone's suggestions are great as well as your...

instead of careplans, we do concept mapping...and it takes me on average 3 hrs

somethin is very wrong here! Not once, (through several postings) have you shown any regret over the compromise of your patients health status... you are soley only worried about YOU, and any consequences you may reap for your actions should it get ...

we started out with 40 students admitted Fall '04 (community college), and now at 38...one dropped b/c of poor grades, and one dropped b/c of personal issues. and our state board pass rate is 97%!! :)

Enjoy your break!! :Melody: I have one more week, then get spring break! :) I can relate to being poor! and Walmart too! :chuckle My plans are to study as we have an exam 1st day back! also any little spare money is going towards a good nclex s...

In the future, I would either simply just follow the nurse w/o asking...until she says not to follow her. ...or if you find yourself not having much to do since you have only one pt, go pull the chart and read everything about the pt, also why your...

Dont let a bad grade get you down...well for too long that is! I had a similar experience just recently...2nd semester ADN student and had 2 days in postpartum last week...had our exam the day after (50 questions all multiple choice on a computer), ...

...can relate to that! LOL and at my age....I dont have the luxury of thoughts that I could start over!!! :chuckle ...also have my 11yr old son to think of......and I am only in my 2nd semester....with one yr to go!!! :rotfl: so what motivates ...

I can see your determination coming through...by the title of your post, "Not Really" Assess...isnt that what we are learning to do as nurses? We sometimes need to apply it to our own lives. Do you have a friend/study partner to get the notes fr...

...just curious...why is it you cannot get a student loan? I thought anyone could, even if they cant get a pell grant.... but in answer to your question, sorry, I dont know what alternative loans are.