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    Do you really need a laptop for nursing school?

    RN403 replied to xiomara17's topic in General Students

    If you can afford one then sure it will come in handy. Is it a necessity? I would say no. Depending on your school's library hours it might be easier to do assignments really late at night and at your...
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    Female Student Nurses Backpack Rules

    RN403 replied to guest07/14/15's topic in General Students

    Book bag worked just fine for me, the little pouch in the front allowed me to carry around my wallet and any other little items I might have needed. I just kept a little pack of tissues in there, some...
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    infection control help!!!

    RN403 replied to jlynn167's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    "Transporting patient: 1. Patient must wear a surgical or procedure mask and a clean gown 2. Patient must wash hands 3. For direct contact with pt, nurse or care provider should wear a gown and...
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    Nursing School books - To Buy or Not To Buy?

    RN403 replied to nursecallie's topic in General Students

    I agree with the PP, except, I will say that I did not use my Fundamentals textbook after I finished the course. The medical dictionary I initially rented and then I decided to buy it but I didn't...
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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    RN403 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Of the nurses I know, some have their place of employment on their FB page and some do not. I am just curious to see if you post your place of employment on your FB page and your reasoning behind...
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    Should I Pursue a Career in Nursing?

    RN403 replied to CherryBlossoms's topic in Nursing Career

    You might try to shadow a nurse at your local hospital, preferably a teaching hospital as they seem to be more open to allowing shadowing experiences. You can call the main line of the hospitals near...
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    Getting ready for NCLEX attempt 2

    RN403 replied to NurseMama2014's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sorry to hear. Perhaps the reason you did not pass was because you went into the exam when you truly were not ready (per your statement that your family pushed you to take it). It must be...
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    Made Incredibly Easy books!

    RN403 replied to guest798886's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    They are probably slightly different. I had old copies of the pediatric and maternity made easy books that I used to study for boards. They worked perfectly fine for me. Usually, they just make...
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    nursing school!?

    RN403 replied to KyraKinzle's topic in General Students

    It surely is not impossible to get through school while working, but it might be more difficult for you. Have you considered working FT and going to school
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    Time management

    RN403 replied to humboldt13's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You should spend as much time studying as you feel comfortable. If you feel better with more frequent shorter study sessions, say, 1-2 hours a day more often during the week then you might do that. If...
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    Commuting to Nursing School?

    RN403 replied to ihurdle1920's topic in General Students

    I knew someone who commuted a little over 2 hours each way to get to school each day. They did just fine, if you are up for it and it works better for you, then I would say go for it. Most people I...
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    When to hold meds

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

    YES. What this poster said. Even though you may check with your charge, if you still have doubts, you should always call the physician to clarify. It is your license at the end of the
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    nursing & tattoos

    RN403 replied to SN2014's topic in General Nursing

    There are many threads on this subject that you might find of assistance. IMO, as long as it is not visible, I can't see it being a problem. There were plenty in my program that got tattoos during...
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    Vent: AP 2 cancelled!

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

    Wonderful news,
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    STUDY TIPS PLEAASE

    RN403 replied to x3liza's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Since you have been out of school for a year I would probably take the Kaplan review course rather than just doing the Q Bank. There are many threads on this site about Kaplan that may help you decide...
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    Vent: AP 2 cancelled!

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

    A similar situation has happened to me in the past. It stinks, I know. I agree with caliotter about going with the better instructor. Like you said, the commute would only be one day a
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    PVT still kicking

    RN403 replied to pnmovin4ward's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Congrats!
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    At my wit's end...

    RN403 replied to jasonsgirl4eves's topic in General Students

    I agree with the PP. Also, as a nurse you may come into contact with co-workers that you may not always get along with. You might use this oppurtunity to learn how to work with those that you may not...
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    Confused-the "CC page" vs. Quick Results

    RN403 replied to Graduatenurse14's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Quick results are available exactly 48 hours after you have taken your exam. The CC page that you will be taken to is completely different than the "bad CC page." This is just the CC page where you...
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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    RN403 replied to RN403's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. FB is addicting. I have been getting away from FB, however, I am now addicted to AN. I like to tell myself that the time I spend on AN is more productive,
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    Failed the NCLEX now what??

    RN403 replied to NurseAlzar's topic in Florida Nursing

    Once you get your CPR you will be able to see where your weak areas were. Once you know that, try to focus on studying those specific areas. Does Kaplan have a re-mediation course that you can take if...
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    Feeling confident except for SATA

    RN403 replied to 4mykids04's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Also, Saunders has a SATA CD. The more you do the more comfortable you will
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    first Interview as RN tomorrow !!!

    RN403 replied to ggmedina89's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    I agree with the PPs, however, I would just like to add that you should also have questions prepared to ask your interviewer. You might find this thread helpful:...
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    Best Places to Buy/Rent Student Books

    RN403 replied to guest07/14/15's topic in General Students

    For renting, bookrenter.com, never had any
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    Kaplan or Hurst?

    RN403 replied to aodem1119's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Saunders has a SATA CD, I've heard good things about it on this