RN_Jen

RN_Jen

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  1. CT Scan, was it done right?

    RN_Jen replied to lucky4timesover's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds a lot like migraine

  2. Wellbutrin and Itching

    RN_Jen replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    I've been taking Wellbutrin for several years now and never had any side effects, at either 150 or 300mg; however, my mother took it for a short time and got hives so her doctor took her off. I've...

  3. Littmann anyone??

    RN_Jen replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

    I just got it in the mail today, so I haven't really tried it yet. But I took a quick listen to my own heart and breathing, and it came in loud and clear. I have a murmur and a MVP (it clicks) so...

  4. post-clinical day depression

    RN_Jen replied to elizabells's topic in General Students

    You should keep a journal of your dreams. If nothing else, it will be a source of entertainment when you're all done with school! Maybe you could start a thread on this subject...I think it would be...

  5. Appropriate Work Load for a nursing student?

    RN_Jen replied to lexy3227's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I did HLT141 online last summer.....not difficult at all; just make sure you turn your work in on time. PSY201 shouldn't be too bad either, mostly reading....maybe a paper or 2. You'll do fine....

  6. How many of you had a different career/education before becoming an RN?

    RN_Jen replied to cancergirl's topic in General Nursing

    I've been an CMA, a dental assistant, secretary, realtor (I'm a career junkie). I was 2 semesters away from a BA in Psyc but stopped to have a baby. Been doing graphic design for the last 8 years....

  7. Question about becoming an RN

    RN_Jen replied to janiebane's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you. That is exactly how I interpreted that particular comment as well. I apologize if the OP mistook my concern for "holier-than-thou-ness". I certainly did not mean to come across as one...

  8. Question about becoming an RN

    RN_Jen replied to janiebane's topic in General Nursing

    Yup....that about sums it

  9. Question about becoming an RN

    RN_Jen replied to janiebane's topic in General Nursing

    This comment is what's scary. I certainly wouldn't feel comfortable knowing that the nurse caring for me had only gotten "some things under her belt" before sitting for the exam. The bottom line is...

  10. Question about becoming an RN

    RN_Jen replied to janiebane's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry, but that's a little scary.

  11. Question about becoming an RN

    RN_Jen replied to janiebane's topic in General Nursing

    Its unlikely you will find a online program for non-RNs. All of the ones I've seen are for RN to BSN. You might be able to do some of the pre-reqs online, but you'll have to go somewhere to do the...

  12. Generic Drugs compared to Brand Name Drugs.

    RN_Jen replied to Swedenboi6's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I'm curious about that too. I took micro last semester and we did streak plates with staph and different household cleaners (amonia, bleach, lysol, etc.), but I'd be really interested to hear more...

  13. Nursing Student Uniforms??

    RN_Jen replied to lexy3227's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Our uniform is white bottoms (skirt or pants) with a hunter green pullover top...no scrubs. Not sure what other type of pullover there is except a polo shirt (yuck). And hunter green is definite NOT...

  14. Nursing Student Uniforms??

    RN_Jen replied to lexy3227's topic in Virginia Nursing

    YIKES!!

  15. Nursing Student Uniforms??

    RN_Jen replied to lexy3227's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I believe each school is different. Where are you going?? Ohh...I just saw your post on another thread....you're going to NOVA?? Then I hate to tell you, but you're gonna look like a dork, LOL....

  16. Question regarding insomnia

    RN_Jen replied to dosamigos76's topic in General Nursing

    Insomnia can be one of the side effects of Paxil. He may just need to adjust his

  17. Background Check for Nursing Program

    RN_Jen replied to 2bnurseguy_2005's topic in General Nursing

    It should be only a criminal background check, which is required for anyone providing care to children, the elderly, and the disabled. As a matter of fact, I'm on my way to get fingerprinted now...

  18. Does the term 'Nurse' bother you?

    RN_Jen replied to Ekklesia's topic in Men in Nursing

    I hate the term "male nurse". Sounds like some kind of subspecies or something. A nurse is a nurse and gender should be

  19. whats the difference? help?

    RN_Jen replied to khine2mn80's topic in General Nursing

    Some colleges have RN-to-BSN programs that take about a year to complete, I believe. That's how they do it at my school,

  20. Funny Names for Nurses

    RN_Jen replied to randomnamees's topic in Nursing Humor

    An OB/GYN named, no kidding......Harry Beaver!

  21. Littmann anyone??

    RN_Jen replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

    There was a thread here, don't remember the title, but a lot of people were saying they like the Classic II. I've heard nothing but praise for Littman. I guess it just depends on what you need. My...

  22. Littmann anyone??

    RN_Jen replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

    Try this website: http://www.stethoscopes.to They have the Littman Classic II for $55.99, and other Littmans

  23. Uh-oh. Tempted to change my major...

    RN_Jen replied to December716's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Having been a dental assistant I can tell you from experience......the work is repetitive and varies little from day to day. If you like that kind of job, and a lot of people do, then you might be...

  24. Considering nursing career.....ADN or BSN??

    RN_Jen replied to cdm369's topic in Nursing Career

    WOW! You have six wives??? :rotfl: Just kidding! I think its great that you want to make a career change, and for all the reasons you mentioned. I'm so glad to see more men getting into the...

  25. How to Study for Summer Nursing Class and Anatomy and Physiology ?

    RN_Jen replied to earthlovers123's topic in General Nursing

    Oh yes! I absolutely knew what you were talking about. :yelclap: The "OOHHH" was meant to be like "OH WOW, flowcharts, what a great