CountryMomma ASN, RN

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  1. CountryMomma

    Speaking About Nurses Who Moonlight As Dancers

    CountryMomma replied to DoGoodThenGo's topic in Nursing News

    I admire her sense of self and her dedication to achieving her dream. That being said, it would never, ever fly in the nursing program I am currently in. They've warned us about drinking beyond our...
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    Nursing gear passed on from older generation

    CountryMomma replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Because I am one of 46 grandchildren from 13 children, I never was able to inherit any of my grandmother's nursing supplies, which still makes me sad, as she was the reason I finally bucked up and...
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    Everything is down hill

    CountryMomma replied to Bigmaine33's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't know where you are now, but western ND is hiring for just about everything, last time I checked. The COLA is high, but so are the
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    Help with time-management/timesheet??

    CountryMomma replied to trauma_lama's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Oh Esme, thank you so much! When I saw these, I started muttering "Oh thank the gods!" over and over, and my husband became quite concerned that I would get so emotional over paperwork. This will help...
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    Object that Represents Nursing?

    CountryMomma replied to Illmatic's topic in General Students

    A back brace? I kid! If I were tasked with this assignment, I would probably bring a stethoscope (personal connection between my Grandma and nursing) or see if I can find a nurse's cap. Will you...
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    ER Nurse Attitude

    CountryMomma replied to Chlometov's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I guess, as a nursing student, my question would be: Is it more efficient to blow off a client who is seeking reassurance, acknowledgement, and help, and then deal with their mistrust and anger later...
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    ER Nurse Attitude

    CountryMomma replied to Chlometov's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I wonder if some of the disconnect between the staff and the clients doesn't stem from the difference in knowledge between the two. Sure, you (think) you know that Gramma's arm lac is going to be okay...
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    Swallowing Pride

    CountryMomma posted a topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I like to think I am a fairly independent, intelligent, got-my-stuff-together nursing student. I'm confident, I'm capable, I'm on my way up. Until today, when I had to swallow my pride and ask my...
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    Appearance?

    CountryMomma replied to TheBerriGirl's topic in General Students

    I live in a conserative area, and like many others who posted, my nursing school dress code is quite strict. Natural haircolor appropriate to you, no necklaces/bracelets/piercings unless they are post...
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    Critical Thinking exam for nursing school entrance

    CountryMomma replied to madonnanurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took it. There isn't really a way you can prep for it. It tests your ability to evaluate, retain, and recall information, as well as applying it to new problems. It also assesses your ability to...
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    What was your first semester like?

    CountryMomma replied to AlyseB's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    My first semester (last semester) was amazing. It was hard. It was intense, it was rewarding. I found that with high organizational skills and dedication to reading the material before class, I was...
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    Any one in/has been in a 10 month LPN program? few questions

    CountryMomma replied to countrygirl1234's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    There have been two that have told me they aren't coming back. Another student is considering transferring to a two-year PN program. I don't know if they "failed out" or if they chose not to go on....
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    Any one in/has been in a 10 month LPN program? few questions

    CountryMomma replied to countrygirl1234's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm in one now. In fact, took the last final for the semester today. :) It is very fast paced. A few students in my class really struggled with staying on top of the coursework, and the instructors...
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    Win CASH! Christmas Nursing Caption Contest - $100

    CountryMomma replied to Brian's topic in News, Announcements

    "So I mentioned to Santa that he should avoid the cookies this year, like the diabetes pamphlet you sent home with him suggested. Next thing I know, I'm up on a shelf, and he's refusing to let me...
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    To have a baby or not to have a baby

    CountryMomma replied to MamaD0719's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have three boys all 19 mos apart, from 7 to 3 (almost 4). My family support is pretty thin, we don't have a lot of friends who can watch my kids, and childcare is very scarce and expensive here....
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    Know it alls....

    CountryMomma replied to CatheterCathy's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't know if is as much male bashing or bashing a person who happens to be a guy. For me, I don't care if a person has XY or XX under their scrubs, as long as they are competent and I can handle...
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    Know it alls....

    CountryMomma replied to CatheterCathy's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    "he's the only male and tries to out do us at every turn. worse, he constantly argues with the instructors." Is he arguing, or is he seeking clarification? Sometimes, what my instructor says and...
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    Fake Placenta?

    CountryMomma replied to NurseLuna2b2013's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    When you make Gak at home, you can adjust the consistency to whatever you want. If you need it stiffer, you can add more borax. Need it more slimy, add less. If you needed it in a certain shape, you...
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    Fake Placenta?

    CountryMomma replied to NurseLuna2b2013's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Papier mache, with shiny crackle paint? Or, you can use the stuff I make for my boys. It's rubbery, gooey, wobbly gunk, and you can dye it any color you like, and its cheap! GAK - Elmer's Glue Borax...
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    This chick is insane! (Lvn& rn together)!!!

    CountryMomma replied to juswannabenurse's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't think that is too crazy, probably because I'm taking A&P II this semester ontop of my PN courses, and next semester I am taking Dev Psych and Pharm ontop of my PN courses. I am going...