pmabraham

pmabraham BSN, RN

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  1. Med terminology class?

    pmabraham replied to aeris99's topic in General Students

    Good day, msmouse99: While it is not a requirement for admission to clinicals, I've decided to take medical terminology over the summer along with Intro to Human Illness & Disease (another class...

  2. Online Anatomy & Physiology?? (accredited!)

    pmabraham replied to Lynn829's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    To my knowledge, "online classes" don't show up as on campus or online for transcripts. You do want to make sure the school you take the class is accredited. Personally, I would not recommend online...

  3. Anyone taking summer classes?

    pmabraham replied to Stephlynn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day, Stephlynn: When I changed my attitude on math, it made a world of difference in terms of doing the homework, studying, and taking tests; it was like night and day. I found Khan Academy to...

  4. Take the TEAS now or wait?

    pmabraham replied to aposseadesse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day, aposseadesse: I took the TEAS V before all my prerequisites were complete; I was glad to get it over and done with. The main mistake I made is scheduling it for right after semester finals;...

  5. Failure is an Option: A New Grad Story

    pmabraham replied to elixRN's topic in General Students

    Good day: I strongly appreciate the OP sharing her story. It is encouraging. Yet, I see IrishIzRN point. It has absolutely nothing to do with being judgemental. It has everything to do with...

  6. Anyone taking summer classes?

    pmabraham replied to Stephlynn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day: Yes on classes during the summer: Communications 101 (basically public speaking), Healthcare Law and Ethics, Intro to Human Illness & Disease, Medical Terminology for a total of 12...

  7. What are you doing summer break?

    pmabraham replied to missmollie's topic in General Students

    Good day, missmollie: An approximate 10 day break where I'll be catching up with friends, family, and relaxing. Then comes 12 credits of summer classes not including several free coursera.org...

  8. question about insurance

    pmabraham replied to notnursezelda's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day, Not_A_Hat_Person: You are correct. Though from what I've been reading, including from doctors, is that there's a greater rebellion against accepting insurance associated with Obamacare...

  9. question about insurance

    pmabraham replied to notnursezelda's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day: Actually, the 2014 tax involves the following: $95 per adult and $47.50 per child (up to $285 for a family) or 1% of your taxable income, whichever is greater. This penalty goes up in 2015...

  10. Failure is an Option: A New Grad Story

    pmabraham replied to elixRN's topic in General Students

    Good day, elixRN: Congratulations on turning things around. Thank you so much for sharing your story; it is very

  11. Cuurently in Pre Reqs Stage

    pmabraham replied to VegasVet's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day, VegasVet: Outside of a speech class I'll be taking this summer (a fast-paced, six week class), I've done enough of my prerequisites to apply for clinicals at the end of this semester (ending...

  12. Finals week

    pmabraham replied to NurseGirl525's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day, Heathermaizey: You made me smile; thank

  13. Finals week

    pmabraham replied to NurseGirl525's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day: Last week I had lab finals (AP2 and Microbiology); this week is lecture finals. No break or treats until after finals :_) Thank

  14. question about insurance

    pmabraham replied to notnursezelda's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day, zibi: If you do go the Obamacare route (healthcare.gov), please note the following: 1. Security experts have confirmed time and time and time again the site is not secure, nor is your...

  15. Note taking advise?

    pmabraham replied to TheNew1's topic in General Students

    Hi Jessica: Here are some resources to check out: Note Taking Systems - Academic Skills Center: Study Skills Library - Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo Developing Study Skills Cornell Notetaking System...

  16. A bit concerned about my age beginning nursing school...

    pmabraham replied to mical's topic in General Students

    Good day, mical: Your post made me smile because you are very young. I started my prerequisites for a RN program last year after I turned 50. I know of people who started in their 60's. While I...

  17. Humor during finals

    pmabraham posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day: Hopefully those of you who have taken Microbiology or are taking Microbiology will find the subtle humor hilarious: Thank

  18. Humor during finals

    pmabraham replied to pmabraham's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm just finishing microbiology (final this coming week); and prior to taking the class, I probably wouldn't have gotten it. But when I saw it, I couldn't stop laughing. I shared it with my...

  19. How many pre-req classes

    pmabraham replied to SeattleNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day, SeattleNurse711: Each school has their requirements. For instance the school, I'm attending requires a physical fitness (think gym) class. Only 1 credit, but the exams are pretty much like...

  20. Dear Nurses, I desperately need your help

    pmabraham replied to juniper1968's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day, juniper1968: It is not pointless to get a diploma-based or associate-based degree in order to become a RN. However, I would recommend having a plan to get your BSN shortly thereafter. I...

  21. Start from scratch or bring in old credits?

    pmabraham replied to uds16's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day: "But as for English , there's new ways of writing, as far as APA format that was updated, and if you plan to go grad school, you might want to be up to date, again it's really up to the...

  22. Start from scratch or bring in old credits?

    pmabraham replied to uds16's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day: I was able to transfer classes from 1981/1982; but they were not any of the hardcore sciences... just two English classes and a philosophy class that counted towards an elective. If you can...

  23. 2 yrs nurse VS. 4yrs college nurse

    pmabraham replied to SeekingNewCareer's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day tasha92337: Yes, I think bilingual would be a plus due to our diverse society where not everyone speaks English Thank

  24. 2 yrs nurse VS. 4yrs college nurse

    pmabraham replied to SeekingNewCareer's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good day: Check about dual enrollment with a two year and four year school. If available, go to the two year to save money, then move on to finish at the four year. Worse case, start off AD, get a...

  25. Might not graduate over FB

    pmabraham replied to BookWorming's topic in General Students

    Good day, BookWorming: If I understand correctly, it worked out in the end. If my understanding is correct, I'm happy and glad for you. Lesson learned, time to move on. Thank