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    Should I retake microbiology? How important is micro in nursing school?

    NurseGirl525 replied to unknowngenius10's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I feel like I have a handle on the bacteria and fungi and viruses. The part I had problems with was DNA replication. Like transduction and transcription. I also had some issues on metabolism. I...
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    Announcements

    NurseGirl525 replied to Julesmama28's topic in General Students

    I agree with JustBeachy. Send them out and be proud that you have accomplished this difficult task, just put no gifts please. I am going to have a giant party when I graduate and I do not want a...
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    In a Hurry

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

    A newborn and nursing school? I would not. That is just too much stress for your body to handle. Just enjoy the time and realize deep down you did the right thing. I know of people who have done...
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    Texas Anatomy and Physiology Requirements Change

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

    I am sure they will grandfather you in or else it would be waste of money. I think anatomy and physiology should be separate. My anatomy and physiology classes were pretty much just anatomy. My...
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    Do you think eating in the classroom is rude?

    NurseGirl525 replied to Alnitak7's topic in General Students

    I always have a drink on me and sometimes a snack. I am on the go 24/7 and sometimes the time I sit in class is the only time I can eat some crackers or something. Eating has taken a back seat. And...
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    Should I retake microbiology? How important is micro in nursing school?

    NurseGirl525 replied to unknowngenius10's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took it last semester and got a B. I am not retaking it. Towards the end of the semester, I realized I needed an A in A&P II for my grades for nursing school and so I let micro take a back...
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    The TEAS Test, why does it make or break?

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

    It tests your basic knowledge in these categories: Science, English, Math, and Reading. They want to know if you are proficient in these areas because if you are, then you can most likely handle...
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    What can I do to be more competitive for Stony Brooks accelerated program?

    NurseGirl525 replied to KS01's topic in New York Nursing

    I would see if you can retake some classes and get some A's in there. Especially with a b- in both A&Ps. You need probably around a 3.5 GPA to be
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    Dear Nurses, I desperately need your help

    NurseGirl525 replied to juniper1968's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am 38 and will have my ADN by 40. It honestly all depends where you live, but I have not heard of any big changes coming around 2016. It's funny how the rumor mill gets started. But I will say...
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    How many pre-req classes

    NurseGirl525 replied to SeattleNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have prereqs and coreqs. My prereqs go like this: A&P I and II, English 111, Psych 101, a student skills class, and either algebra or statistics. Those have to be completed before getting...
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    Alabama nursing programs

    NurseGirl525 replied to mstate's topic in Alabama Nursing

    My sister is a physical therapist and did travel therapy and went through the same thing. It's a pain but has to be done. Each state has different
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    fail my teas!! :(

    NurseGirl525 replied to nat_22's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    I would take a basic English class to get a better grip on the language. I had also taken English Comp. before taking the Teas and it helped me bunches on the English part. You need to know the...
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    A&P or Micro?

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

    Take A&P first. At my school 101 is a requirement to take micro. You get very in depth on cells. You learn the basic structure of cells in 101. I took 102 with micro and did just fine. Much...
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    How do I become and RN?

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

    What you need to decide first is what degree you want. A RN can have either an ADN or BSN. Look at what the local hospitals in your area are hiring. Then look at different schools and what they...
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    I cannot ever seem to pass my NCLEX!!! No matter what I do and how hard I try!!

    NurseGirl525 replied to jjgrlh0318's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I came back to this thread and wow is all I can say. A little more of the OP's story has come out. If you are an ESL person I would take a basic English class so you can understand the language....
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    I cannot ever seem to pass my NCLEX!!! No matter what I do and how hard I try!!

    NurseGirl525 replied to jjgrlh0318's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Here is what you need to figure out before you shell out money to take the test only to fail again. You cannot do the same thing over and over again and expect different results. I could understand...
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    Fingers Crossed

    NurseGirl525 replied to Dezi919's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am tired!!! Ready for finals and projects to be over with. I have A's in all of my classes going into finals. I'm hoping to stay there through finals. Ready to be done next
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    Acceptance letters-Ivy Tech 2014

    NurseGirl525 replied to rnjacqui's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I am taking Advanced Physiology, Sociology, Psych, and Math 035. I have A's in everything going into finals week. I have my last presentation tomorrow in Physiology Lab. Then it's time to study for...
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    Is there a possiblity of a drug test on CNA first day orientation

    NurseGirl525 replied to sam94's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Adderall doesn't help you study unless you have ADHD. That is a common misconception among the oh-so-brillant teenagers out there. It's a stimulant. So if you don't have ADHD all it is going to do...
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    Recommendations on Courses Before Nursing School?

    NurseGirl525 replied to Maylee5515's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Med Term has been invaluable to me. I don't know why it is not a requirement anymore. It used to be and I took it when it was. It has helped me in A&P and
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    Ready to be done

    NurseGirl525 posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Anyone else ready for this semester to be over? I have 2 more weeks and I am really struggling to stay motivated right now. Lots of projects due and finals to study for. I won't know whether I made...
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    PHCC Taking Prereqs...any advice?

    NurseGirl525 replied to ICURN2017's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would check into that. My program allowed me to apply for this fall in the spring and I won't have all of my prereq courses done until the end of summer. The only requirement was I have the 4 they...
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    Advice about the BSN program

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

    The way a BSN program works here is you have 2 years of prereqs and then you apply to the nursing program. If you are accepted you do 2 years in the program for a total of 4 years. Now some places...
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    APA style guide necessary?

    NurseGirl525 replied to dee789's topic in General Students

    I rented the book to use last semester. I have actually gone to the APA website and found things there and I definitely use purdue owl. Very helpful resources. I have been doing nothing but writing...
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    New graduates with no clinical skills.

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

    I disagree with this. I have no healthcare experience. Just because someone is a CNA does not make them a good nurse. The two roles are completely different. I did my research and chose a career...