RunBabyRN

RunBabyRN

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  1. Palpations, physical exams on genitals?

    RunBabyRN replied to lissart's topic in General Students

    We haven't done anything like that in our classes. The only genitals I've had any contact with have been in clinicals, or on mannequins. We've seen videos as well. But no, I've never seen any of my...

  2. Test in 11 days, do I have enough time?

    RunBabyRN replied to leameadow's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    How much time will you have in the remaining days once your book arrives? Take as much time as you can to study. My advice with the book is to read it cover to cover with little Post It tabs. Mark...

  3. I want to look into surgical nursing, but I'm very new to the medical field. Help?

    RunBabyRN replied to theperfectday0's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm assuming West Coast University is a BSN program, then? I would REALLY try to save your money on a private university and look at the CSUs. Don't waste a gagillion dollars on a private school if...

  4. Semester Starts Monday...what Do I need

    RunBabyRN replied to FuturePedRN2016's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm a note card junkie, but that's just me. Otherwise, you seem set. You may find out on the first day that you need more stuff- buy it then. I wouldn't get anything else until you know for sure...

  5. Macbook Air vs Macbook Pro

    RunBabyRN replied to mmcc01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have a Pro, but I want to get an Air. I like that it's lighter and more portable, and I SO rarely need a CD drive (really, only for music). I like how fast the Air is. **Someday!!**

  6. Getting a MA before a ADN?

    RunBabyRN replied to jackiei3's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I wouldn't waste the time and money on your MA. I'd consider a CNA program (they're generally short, if my memory is correct) and work doing that through school. The skills are more transferable,...

  7. I want to look into surgical nursing, but I'm very new to the medical field. Help?

    RunBabyRN replied to theperfectday0's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was going to say this, too. If you want to perform surgery, you might need to be a surgeon.Surgical nurses go through the exact same nursing program as any other nurse. Also, the job market right...

  8. Schools...

    RunBabyRN replied to RP02554's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I wasn't trying to be harsh. I was being realistic. There are some things you simply HAVE to do in person. There are no two ways about it. If that's absolutely 100% impossible for you right now,...

  9. NCLEX-RN applicant in CA w/ minor misdemeanor

    RunBabyRN replied to BakingMom's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    It will show up on your

  10. My convoluted journey into nursing...Advice needed

    RunBabyRN replied to NavyPoodle22's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm just now starting to get stuff together for the NCLEX, so I may not be the best resource, but I hear the Saunders books are great as well. Doing stuff that you can do at your own pace might be a...

  11. spinal cord injury

    RunBabyRN replied to rahulsharma's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Honestly, it sounds like you need some work on the critical thinking aspect of nursing, and looking at the patient holistically. If this is an actual patient, you need to look at THIS patient, not...

  12. What was your hardest class and how did you study for it?

    RunBabyRN replied to VAgirl247's topic in General Students

    Yeah, I have to be careful where I study, too! If I'm at home, I joke it's the best way to get my laundry, dishes, vacuuming, etc. done! I am SO easily distracted. I spend a lot of time at...

  13. Spring2014 Semester

    RunBabyRN replied to MadisonG's topic in General Students

    I'm going into my preceptorship, so I'm reviewing material for the unit where I'll be precepting (mother/baby). I'm also starting to get my resume together, and get stuff together for studying for...

  14. What was your hardest class and how did you study for it?

    RunBabyRN replied to VAgirl247's topic in General Students

    I had to figure out how to handle the sheer volume of reading. I don't do well sitting on my butt for hours on end. I will take my laptop or textbook and prop it on my treadmill, crank the incline...

  15. Tips and tricks

    RunBabyRN replied to springchick1's topic in General Students

    Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion. I carry a small one with me in clinicals, and put it on after I wash my hands. I also have it next to the bathroom sink at home, in the car, in my purse... It's my...

  16. classmate insists on posting her opinion

    RunBabyRN replied to adnstudent44's topic in General Students

    I would almost ask the person who set up the page or class president, if you have one, to post something like, "Please keep posts related to the course material or class-related topics. Please keep...

  17. Nurses with Mental Illness: Share Your Self-Care Strategies

    RunBabyRN replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I deal with depression. I manage a lot of it by eating clean and exercising (primarily running and weight training, but other things, too), but I started taking Wellbutrin while in nursing school. I...

  18. Nurses with a disability

    RunBabyRN replied to SN2014's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    It really depends. I wouldn't get into med/surg, but you could be an advice nurse or on the admin side of things (that may require a BSN). A position that's very physical, like a floor nurse, might...

  19. DCCC Nursing Pre-Reqs

    RunBabyRN replied to alexia262013's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think it can be done. Some people find nutrition hard, others don't. For me, it was really easy, but I'm a nutrition junkie, so all of that basic stuff was super easy. Do you have help to care for...

  20. Can I get into nursing school with a 3.1?

    RunBabyRN replied to PNW0212's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think it depends on the way the school weighs everything (like the others have said). Are there any schools in your area that work off of a lottery

  21. Charlotte NC- where to start?!

    RunBabyRN replied to PlayaChickRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Take a look at the website for the school. They'll usually list the prereqs there, and give a suggested course path. You can talk to a counselor at the school. My experience, however, is that you'll...

  22. And the waiting begins..

    RunBabyRN replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good

  23. Are these too many pre-reqs to take for nursing?

    RunBabyRN replied to Tinkk's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with the notes phoenixnim made, except that critical thinking is required for any program in CA. Analytical writing was part of that class. Biology was a prereq for anatomy and physio, and...

  24. Schools...

    RunBabyRN replied to RP02554's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What is your educational goal? Where are you starting out? You CANNOT get a BSN, or even some of your prerequisites, from an accredited school online only. You may have to move to the mainland in...

  25. The suspense is killing me!

    RunBabyRN replied to margeries's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Lucky you! We didn't find out until APRIL!! :) Good luck! I know the suspense is AWFUL. Try to distract yourself as best you can. I tried REALLY hard not to think about it and not talk too much...