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  1. Hesi Community Health Exam. Help!!!

    minniebrown replied to mibbycat's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    In my program, we learned about community health in conjunction with psych nursing. We didn't have a separate book or class, just the materials we received from our instructor on the subject. I do...

  2. Being bullied at school (I thought we were all adults here!)

    minniebrown replied to granolatrees's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I was not suggesting to threaten someone, but to stand up for yourself. I gave the example just to show that sometimes you have to project an air of confidence and don't let others walk all over

  3. Being bullied at school (I thought we were all adults here!)

    minniebrown replied to granolatrees's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    When I was in middle school, once or twice a bigger kid picked on my little bro or sis. What I would do is go up to them and tell them to leave my sibling alone or I will kick your @$$. Every time the...

  4. HESI Every SINGLE Semester?

    minniebrown replied to EarthhAngel2013's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    We have to take the Hesi at the end of our courses and it counts as our final exam. There are different tests for each class you are in. So after fundamentals, your Hesi will be on fundamentals. If...

  5. This is twice I've hear, "You are a black and white thinker"

    minniebrown replied to truckinusa's topic in General Students

    I'm a black and white thinker too! It does lead to some hilarious moments because I take everything very literally, at least hilarious for everyone else. I'm not exactly sure how I learned to adapt to...

  6. Picking the right school to get hired in the future

    minniebrown replied to Dressagern's topic in General Students

    In my area, I don't think it matters the particular school as much. Networking and having experience seem to take you far. I had a previous degree and a lot of student loans, so that was one of my...

  7. If You Give a Patient a Cookie

    minniebrown replied to Mully's topic in Nursing Humor

    Lol! My niece loves those

  8. Change of Major (Stressed - Needing Advice)

    minniebrown replied to Cg37387n's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You should contact the schools you are interested in applying to and speaking with someone in admissions. I have a previous degree and I'm getting an ADN now and sometimes I wish I had done this...

  9. I am so frustrated and angry with my school

    minniebrown replied to loveSBK's topic in General Students

    Wow! This sounds insane. I can understand why you are upset! At my school, all of the policies are outlined in the student handbook. We also have a syllabus for each class that lays out the specifics...

  10. Words of encouragment...please

    minniebrown replied to Suivredusoleil's topic in General Students

    Getting a failing grade is rough. Don't beat yourself up too much. I've had two assignments this semester that didn't go quite as planned because of feeling overwhelmed and stressed. I try not to go...

  11. Doing favors or giving gifts for patients: Unacceptable?

    minniebrown replied to tariqblaze's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Small trinket gifts seem like they are ok. Going to the vending machine, buying a paper, and getting special food. But I think it starts to get inappropriate when you are connecting with a patient...

  12. Unsupportive fiance...not sure what to do

    minniebrown replied to Ashley_Sam's topic in General Students

    I would have a serious sit down conversation with him about nursing school. Tell him how much of a time commitment it is, how much stress, anxiety, and studying is involved. You really do need a lot...

  13. Plan B for if you Fail/Get Kicked out of Nursing School? I may need help with this.

    minniebrown replied to Athariel's topic in General Students

    I don't think it's all going to be hugs and rainbows, but the focus is on the patient. If someone feels uncomfortable with your behavior, you solve the problem in the best interests of the patient....

  14. How do I fix being "too reserved??"

    minniebrown replied to ScientistSalarian's topic in General Students

    I'm more of a quiet person and I've gotten feedback to be more assertive/talkative. It can be difficult if it is your personality, but I've found that it gets better with practice. You could try...

  15. Plan B for if you Fail/Get Kicked out of Nursing School? I may need help with this.

    minniebrown replied to Athariel's topic in General Students

    You can work on trying to build rapport with patients, but what you described sounds somewhat "interesting" and not in a good way. I would be very uncomfortable with that approach, and I think others...

  16. Do you eat well/exercise while in the program?

    minniebrown replied to Elizabeth Renee's topic in General Students

    I watch what I eat and exercise a few times a week and I've had no problems maintaining my weight. I usually cook a few times a week. On one of those days, I'll make several meals to last throughout...

  17. Starting 1st semester on Chapters 17, 20-22 & 34 in Fund. book?

    minniebrown replied to danedsel's topic in General Students

    Different programs do things differently. My program changes things all of the time, sometimes from one semester to the next. Who knows why they chose to test on those specific chapters. Maybe they...

  18. Broken and Depressed

    minniebrown replied to LSUgirl13's topic in General Students

    Try to breath and relax. You are not the only person who has struggled with Anatomy and Physiology. Different study methods would probably help you in this situation. Have you met with your instructor...

  19. Feel like a college may be taking advantage of my friend...

    minniebrown replied to Umberlee's topic in General Students

    That is one of the downsides of nursing school. They admit a lot of people that they don't believe will graduate. I would let your friend make his own path. He may fail or he may rise to the occasion....

  20. Are nurses allowed to have facial piercings?

    minniebrown replied to cascadingbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on the facility where you work. Nursing school, however usually has conservative policies and a dress code. Unfortunately, you would be extremely lucky if the only thing you had to worry...

  21. Completely enraged!!!

    minniebrown replied to Elizabeth Renee's topic in General Students

    It is too bad that they were rude to you. At our school, their is a specific company that we have to buy from, but they provide samples and measuring charts. They were unnecessarily rude and...

  22. I know where I'm not wanted, but I also know what I need to get out of this.

    minniebrown replied to seconddegreebsn's topic in General Students

    Clinical is what you make it. A lot of times your experience is influenced by circumstances out of your control. I try to focus on being grateful for the time that I am getting. If you have some...

  23. Does Nursing School=No Life Literally?

    minniebrown replied to Marsha238612's topic in General Students

    You can have a life in nursing school, you just have to manage your time wisely. I am able to hang out with my friends about once a week, in addition to finding time to exercise and do things that I...

  24. "If I could do nursing school over again" advice thread

    minniebrown replied to ravenpuff's topic in General Students

    Academically, I wouldn't do anything different. In my personal life, I would have taken better care of my health and emotions. I would listen to my body more and rest, exercise, and eat healthy. I...

  25. Frustrations of an older student

    minniebrown replied to suzilks1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Did you take all of the classes at the same school? I already had a B.S. when I started nursing school. My courses transferred, but they were not included in my GPA. If you have taken all of the...