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  1. Is this ACLS tool good for a newbie?

    michiganstudent posted a topic in Critical Care

    I am currently a nursing student, and am starting a new job as a nurse tech in the ICU soon. I am committed to learning as much as I can as well as I can. I hope to be an asset to the department...

  2. Is this ACLS tool good for a newbie?

    michiganstudent replied to michiganstudent's topic in Critical Care

    Thanks

  3. Nursing School and K-12

    michiganstudent replied to sweetnursing27's topic in General Students

    I homeschooled my kids for 7 years. They went to public school when I started nursing school. From my personal experience, I don't think it's possible to even do both at the same time POORLY, let...

  4. Good hand lotion?

    michiganstudent replied to Quark09's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I've tried most of these. What seems to be the cheapest GOOD lotion is A&D ointment from the dollar store.

  5. Question for Mom's in Nursing School

    michiganstudent replied to MizMaverick's topic in General Students

    I'm in my second semester of nursing school. I am married with 4 kids. It's hard to do everything. I don't feel like I am doing anything very well, but we are hanging in there. My kids have had to...

  6. Questioning the nurse during clinical

    michiganstudent replied to motay68's topic in General Students

    A couple of weeks ago in clinical, I actually made a discovery during an assessment that saved my patient's life. Don't feel stupid. I felt like a moron too for questioning the nurse, but my...

  7. Air bubble in pre-filled syringes

    michiganstudent replied to MassRN2008's topic in Patient Medications

    I don't know why, but my skills teacher told us last week that it was manufactured with the intention of leaving the bubble in and it won't hurt the

  8. This is a weird question I guess

    michiganstudent replied to RNlove17's topic in School

    I totally agree. However, where I live, many people cannot afford to see a specialist, even with insurance. We were in that situation ourselves for several years after the economy crashed in...

  9. This is a weird question I guess

    michiganstudent replied to RNlove17's topic in School

    And you don't really know how bad a girl's cramps really are. When I was a teenager, I used to pass out from my cramps. Little did I know it was only the beginning of my reproductive problems. I...

  10. What is the proper way to address a resident who was a titled health professional?

    michiganstudent posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I was surprised to find that a resident of the nursing home where I was at a clinical rotation was being addressed by his/her first name. He/she was a prominent health care provider in the area when...

  11. What is the proper way to address a resident who was a titled health professional?

    michiganstudent replied to michiganstudent's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank you for the replies. I want to show respect to the people I care for. I feel that your pointers will help me do

  12. Heads up to all new nursing students:

    michiganstudent replied to Nursing2102's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I start success seminar this week - all week. Then a week off before starting classes. I am pretty nervous - can't sleep at night. I appreciate your words of encouragement. I'm also glad my school...

  13. How many hours a week did you REALLY have to study for pharmacology?

    michiganstudent posted a topic in General Students

    Our syllabus says we will have to realistically plan on studying 20-30 hours a week - just for pharm. I thought it was a stretch until I started working on my first chapters due when school starts....

  14. Paying for Course syllabus?

    michiganstudent replied to QueenAnnissa's topic in General Students

    And the instructor has the copyright to it. You are not allowed to make copies. They must spend weeks writing them - and yes, it's like having another text

  15. Paying for Course syllabus?

    michiganstudent replied to QueenAnnissa's topic in General Students

    I had to purchase about 6 syllabi for my nursing classes this semester alone. They are expensive - the most expensive was almost $40. It just depends on the school. I am just thankful to get into...

  16. Lab Coat?!

    michiganstudent replied to IThinkICan100's topic in General Students

    Yes, but my school's cardigans (by Landeau) are actually a type of warm-up jacket. NOT

  17. HIPAA violation vs. Course Syllabus

    michiganstudent replied to mitch0310's topic in Texas Nursing

    I just took my HIPAA certification last night so I will be allowed to start clinicals. Yes- I believe it is a violation. You are not allowed to use any demographic information that could identify the...

  18. Question about hand hygiene

    michiganstudent posted a topic in General Students

    I'm watching my nursing skills DVD's that were assigned before I start class, and I've noticed that none of the nurses or students wash their hands - at all. They only use Purell. Is this simply...

  19. Question about hand hygiene

    michiganstudent replied to michiganstudent's topic in General Students

    Thank you for your expert advice~ That's exactly what I wanted to know! I want to maintain good hygiene not only for my patients, but for myself and family. (By the way, we love GOJO products at our...

  20. Question about hand hygiene

    michiganstudent replied to michiganstudent's topic in General Students

    That does clear things up a little, Mewsin and VANurse. I was wondering if we would be washing at all. As much as hand hygiene is required, it makes sense to do both.

  21. What type of agenda do you use for nursing school?

    michiganstudent replied to Guest11/16/14's topic in General Students

    I'm still using my trapper keeper from the first time I was in college. 4 kids ago. It's still in very good shape. I get a kick out of seeing the puzzled looks on some of my classmates

  22. Question about hand hygiene

    michiganstudent replied to michiganstudent's topic in General Students

    Thank you for the responses! It reassures me that hand washing is still practiced. BTW, hand sanitizer makes my hands feel dirty, too! I thought I was the only one who felt that

  23. The dumbest things you've heard from a provider

    michiganstudent replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Haha. I totally get why this is funny - but I'm Baptist. Well, sort of. Go to a Baptist church that's breaking tradition in many ways. Wouldn't be too surprised if the word Baptist mysteriously...

  24. Stay at home mom wanting to go to nursing school

    michiganstudent replied to Mrs. Silva's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am a 38-year-old mom of 4 starting nursing school next month. I've been a SAHM for many years. I did pre-req's last year. I LOVED going back to school. It's hard, but I feel such a sense of...

  25. Home office for school work

    michiganstudent replied to BBB<3's topic in General Students

    In regard to building in a year- Don't do it! I come from a family of builders, and trying to do a project like that WHILE you are in nursing school will be a train wreck. No matter how smart or...