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  1. What would you do in my shoes?

    Hi all, Today I was notified that I was accepted into an accelerated BSN program. I applied to this program which starts in the Summer, along with a couple of other programs that I was interested in...
  2. First clinical today

    My first day of clinical I had a patient who had c.diff and had just came off hand restraints but I really learn a lot that day, will never forget that patient...I truly learn about the "art" of...
  3. Thank you Esme....just went to that site and got a question answered that I was wondering
  4. I have yet to use my manual BP cuff on anybody but my family....don't need it at school cause the school has BP cuffs to practice with....don't need it at the hospital cause the hospital has...
  5. "Throwing Out" questions on a test

    I wish they would do this....my professors are like you get what you got and that is it....if a question is confusing then write a note on your test and they will take it under advisement for the next...
  6. How do I handle this? Really long post...

    Some instructors/ people you have to feed with a long handled spoon....you have to bite your tongue sometimes because not every thing you say will be received in the manner you serve it and that is...
  7. Best Stethoscope?

    I purchased a classic ll for nursing school and will upgrade when I graduate as a gift to myself...had classic monogrammed with my name and crosses cause I can't wear jewelry at
  8. is there hope I will pass this course?

    Refund policy....are you past getting a refund? If so,stay till the final day to withdraw with a "w" instead of an "f"... That way if you have to retake the class next term at least you will know what...
  9. Cheating (unintentionally and intentionally)

    There is no such thing as unintentional cheating....heck that stuff you got to know for yourself...and it will tell on you when you have to perform in the real world....I had a nurse who didn't know...
  10. Need help with pathopphysiology NOW!!!

    Physiology and anatomy coloring books are treasures....brought my books 2 years ago when I had to take those classes got an "a" in both classes....the books break it down like a fraction.....still use...
  11. Pulse rate issues

    Oh my goodness what difference...found it right off too....hate having to feel around for those things...hehe...now if only that popliteal was easy to
  12. If it is your first semester of nursing classes...that micro experience will be your best
  13. I would suggest you take micro before the last two nursing classes...only because micro has a lab with it that requires just as much time studying and preparing for as the
  14. Problems with constructive criticism

    @grntea.....I think I love you! No holding back on your advice....love it! I love your
  15. Should I move on campus?

    What is the bus situation as far as getting to and from campus? Are there other commuters from your area? Sometimes dorm living isn't all it is cracked up to be...even living in a single and sharing a...
  16. International Scholar Laureate?

    Got the same letter....decided against it cause I got tuition to pay and don't have extra money to pay for volunteer opportunities...of which I can do the same thing for free via my school, church,...
  17. Need Scope advice

    Thank you all for responding to my question. I purchased a Classic II and had it engraved. After using cheaper scopes during an A/P class where I could not hear a thing and so much riding on...
  18. Need Scope advice

    in the process of purchasing my first stethoscope. I have looked at many! Just wanted to get input from others concerning their journey. Got to order it within the next few days to it will be here by...
  19. what did I get myself into.

    Lauraash, I truly feel your pain. Our professor made it a point to inform the class that CNA/GNA's better get use to a different animal called Nursing School! She says it never fails that folks with...
  20. A&P I Spring 2013

    I would suggest taking Micro as the only science class.it is a lot of info and lab work. Usually schools require you to have taken A/P 1and 2 before you can take