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    Applying out of state

    RN403 replied to RNhere's topic in First Year After Licensure

    More than likely it would be conducted through a phone interview or possibly a video chat. There is always the possibility that you may need to travel to get to the interview as well. But, with...
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    how to study for a cumulative final?

    RN403 replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    To prepare for final cumulative exams I would make note cards and my own notes as I went through the exams leading up to the final and saved them so that I could focus my time on studying for the...
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    Documenting

    RN403 replied to izzy_2468's topic in Patient Medications

    If you are still able to write a late entry I would probably make a note myself even though the other nurse did already. I don't know if it is too late though... Just write what med you gave and your...
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    Good nursing diagnoses for fx humerus?

    RN403 replied to kdaj1990's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You cannot use medical diagnoses in your nursing diagnoses. What issues did your assessment of your patient bring up? Did your assessment of your patient indicate ineffective tissue perfusion?...
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    What to wear???

    RN403 replied to Graduatenurse14's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree with the other posters. The second choice sounds fine. I do not own a real suit either and have been just fine wearing dress pants with a nice blouse and blazer. Good
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    Anxiety on Orientation

    RN403 replied to Slaq's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Being a new grad is stressful, trust me, I know, as I am a very new nurse myself. There are many threads on this topic that I think you might find helpful. The first year of being a nurse is very...
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    Hate It

    RN403 replied to ImLovingIt's topic in General Students

    It takes time to become comfortable with your skills. You more than likely won't become comfortably in the clinical setting until long after you are a working nurse. It takes a while to build up...
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    Care Plan Help

    RN403 replied to sjmadailey's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Think about ABCs when doing your care plan. You can pull nursing diagnoses from both of their medical diagnoses because your nursing diagnoses come from YOUR assessment of the patient. Example: If...
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    How soon to pursue RN to BSN transition?

    RN403 replied to RN26kids's topic in General Students

    It depends on the kind of person you are. Personally, I would just keep on going while you are in "school mode" but I am the type of person that would get used to the "break" and not want to go back...
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    Prior to NG tube insertion

    RN403 replied to cracklingkraken's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What does your book/notes say? Usually, you get a good GI assessment: bowel sounds present? is abdomen soft/firm, tender/non-tender, distended-non? Then you also assess for patency of nares prior to...
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    Stethoscope Recommendations?

    RN403 replied to Rew3n's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Littmann has great stethoscopes. If your budget is $400 then you can surely get a quality scope. If you do splurge be sure to keep it close to you as the nice stethoscopes tend to grow legs. Keep it...
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    How important is it to be involved in organizations during nursing school?

    RN403 replied to lisianthus93's topic in General Students

    I participated in a nursing centered student organization while in school. I did not find it useful while job searching and eventually took it off of my resume all together. It might depend on the...
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    best stethoscope for starting LPN school?

    RN403 replied to mandimarie's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I have a Littman Cardiology III. I feel that the more expensive stethoscope pays for itself in the long run. You get good assessments and it will last you a long
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    ADN or BSN

    RN403 replied to Emoney77's topic in General Students

    There are many threads on this topic that you might find of assistance. Since you already ha a BSN you might look into accelerated BSN programs. It would be quicker than obtaining an ADN but it is...
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    Had to code my best friends husband

    RN403 replied to wannabeagreatRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I am so incredibly sorry for your and your best friend's loss. Your story leaves my heart broken for so many different reasons. I send nothing but good thoughts and positive vibes your way and hope...
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    Saw an angry clinical instructor...

    RN403 replied to Bortaz's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    There should be a contact or liaison that you could relay your concerns to. I would ask your supervisor or a co-worker if anyone knows who that person is. You could always reach out to the head of the...
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    Did I completely ruin my nursing career?

    RN403 replied to NikthePNstudent's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Rest assured, you did not ruin your nursing career. Life
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    Just A Thought- Future**

    RN403 replied to GrayTimelessBeauty's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Well, it certainly sounds like you are highly motivated to reach your goals. Motivation is a powerful thing. Much success to you. Many have completed LPN and RN school with young ones at home. It is...
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    My Apology

    RN403 replied to NotMyProblem MSN's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, you poor thing! Please don't be so hard on yourself. There is no reason for you to never return to the site. We all make mistakes. Go take a look in the mirror. Are you human? Yes? Then you will...
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    Other side of the bed...

    RN403 replied to LLC10's topic in Patient Medications

    I don't think it is insane. I think the behavior on behalf of the nurse was inappropriate and deserves to be reported. I'm sorry you experienced this and hope you have better experiences in the...
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    If you had all the funds..

    RN403 replied to Nurse2BeCam's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would just do all of my courses at a university. That way I wouldn't have to worry about which courses would transfer and which
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    trick still works ?

    RN403 replied to kyrylo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes. There have been a few people who paid $200 and have passed. It is non-refundable, unfortunately. There are many threads on the new PVT that you might find of assistance. Best
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    brief head to toe assessment

    RN403 replied to hkqueenx3's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Unless it is an admission or transfer I really do keep it brief and focused. I don't check pupil size or reactivity unless their condition indicates that I check. Usually I do my assessment as...
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    First Person To Person Spread Of Ebola In US

    RN403 replied to Blindsided's topic in Disaster Preparation

    There are other threads on this topic that you might find of interest: https://allnurses.com/nursing-news/1st-usa-nurse-953489.html...
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    Monitoring nurse rounds??

    RN403 replied to TeneshaO'Neal's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes I've seen and heard of these types of devices. Not sure how fond I'd be of