BigRed86

BigRed86

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  1. In depth lectures on ECG fundamentals: A rhythm interpretation simulator: ECG Simulator | SkillStat Learning - Fast, Fun and
  2. You are new and things like this will happen. It is also completely normal for you to worry about this incident. I wouldn't beat yourself up though; no harm came to the resident. Take it as a...
  3. I would absolutely recommend either getting your CNA or, if you are able to, challenge the CNA boards after your first semester to obtain a CNA license. I was required to have my CNA license for...
  4. I volunteer in an ER which provides me the opportunity to watch a ton of procedures but I haven't yet witnessed too many major traumas. A while back a man presented to the ER with some fingers half...
  5. I'd like to point out that being self employed can be extremely difficult, stressful, and time consuming. Statistically speaking the odds are stacked against the success of your business. 95% of all...
  6. I'm starting this fall and know exactly how you feel! I've been reviewing my A&P powerpoints and practicing simple dosage calculations. I invested a huge amount of time in learning A&P and...
  7. Math rage

    The graphs posted above were part of my A&P class and will surely be part of nursing school. Having the analytical skills gained through taking math classes will help you understand those graphs....
  8. How to find a job After you graduate

    This is some fantastic advice. I'm following the exact same plan and just starting nursing school in the fall. During school I'll be volunteering in a small hospital's ER 4 hours per week in...
  9. Math rage

    Doing those complicated algebra problems over and over is tedious and can be frustrating. But at the same time it teaches you to analyze a somewhat complicated problem, break it down, and figure out...
  10. A&P Hype

    I would also like to add that many nursing schools put a lot of weight on A&P grades for acceptance to the program. I also noticed that the people who showed up, participated in lab, and attended...
  11. A&P Hype

    Many schools will offer A&P in a two part series. ie A&P I and A&P 2. Other schools may offer an anatomy class with dissection lab and then a separate physiology class. Then, each...
  12. Spending habits during school while on loans

    I would NOT buy a desk and chair brand new. While these items are important the long term cost of buying them brand new just really isn't worth it in my opinion. For example let's say you spend $250...
  13. Confused/Upset New Grad Nurse

    I'm very interested to see how this turns out for you. I have a feeling I will be in the same boat as you when I graduate school and begin looking for a job. I am also color "blind" in the red/green...
  14. NCCC-Ottawa

    That is awesome! Congrats! I can not wait to get started. Yes, I received that form. On one side of the form it says: "Health Requirements for Nursing Students" and on the other side is a health...
  15. NCCC-Ottawa

    djaltic, I bet yours will come tomorrow! Post back and let us know when it does. I live a few miles north of Ottawa so it will be roughly a 5 minute commute to campus for me. Jflem5, so you've...