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    Social Media, worth it or not?

    cracklingkraken replied to New 2 iceeYouRN's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    As others have stated, it has nothing to do with social media. I find social media a great way to keep in contact with friends who live far away and see the events that go on in their lives, even when...
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    Where's my planner nerds at?!

    cracklingkraken replied to happyinmyheart's topic in General Students

    I like bloom daily. They have cute designs. It's on the smaller side, but I only use it for school purposes, so there's enough space for me. However, for those who use it for everything (family...
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    Diseases nurses/ nursing students should know

    cracklingkraken replied to natmanzo's topic in General Students

    Some of the things I've commonly encountered in clinicals are COPD, GERD, HTN, renal or liver dysfunction, CAD, and asthma. There's many more, but these are the ones I've seen the most. Also, know the...
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    NOTES...how do you take yours?

    cracklingkraken replied to jkblevins's topic in General Students

    I like to write my notes in class, as well as type them up in outline form for studying purposes. I like making PPTs too and uploading them on Google Drive so I can have them on my
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    Job outlook for new RN grads in BayArea

    cracklingkraken replied to paisleybird's topic in General Students

    Not
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    Scientific or paranormal explanation?

    cracklingkraken replied to Mavrick's topic in General Nursing

    I was anticipating more of a ghost story or unexplainable event in your practice. I'm not sure, but that may still apply in this
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    Scientific or paranormal explanation?

    cracklingkraken replied to Mavrick's topic in General Nursing

    The subject of this thread is not what I was expecting. However, I do agree about the name tags. I have rarely seen it facing the correct way. It feels like within minutes, it's facing the wrong way....
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    Why is there weight loss, anorexia, & constipation with increased calcium?

    cracklingkraken replied to 757RN's topic in General Nursing

    What are some of the S&S of
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    Getting used to 12 hour shifts?

    cracklingkraken replied to champagneferret's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I'm an early bird, so waking up has never been an issue. It's later in the day that I start to feel the exhaustion, usually around 2-3pm after lunch. I make sure to stay hydrated throughout the day....
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    Accounting Or Nursing

    cracklingkraken replied to AmaEsq's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What is it about accounting that you don't like? I have to agree with PP. Accounting vs. nursing are 2 completely different things. I would not head into nursing on a whim. Have you considered job...
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    Monster of Pre-Requisites

    cracklingkraken replied to ctaylar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    That is completely fine. Some people spend several years to complete their prereqs due to time constraints or financial difficulties. It is just an obstacle you have to overcome, but it brings you one...
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    Purdue Nursing Program

    cracklingkraken replied to tigger514's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I have a friend who just graduated from the program at the main campus. She said she loved it, and the faculty were all extremely helpful. She loved the clinical sites as well. She didn't have any...
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    Asking professors for references

    cracklingkraken replied to RookieRoo's topic in General Students

    I've had a few of my previous clinical instructors/professors serve as references for me when obtaining my current job. I asked via email and maintain those relationships, even though they are no...
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    should i call the nurse to netowork?

    cracklingkraken replied to BarnesTyler's topic in General Students

    If she gave you her number and said that it was okay to call, I don't see any reason why you
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    micro and A&PII together??

    cracklingkraken replied to mbtsab's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What one person might consider impossible might be a cinch for another. If you have good study habits or tend to be a quick learner, I would say go for it. However, if you are someone who struggles...
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    Nursing school with newborn?

    cracklingkraken replied to 123itsjesset's topic in General Students

    A few of my classmates, mothers and fathers, just had newborns this past semester. Yes, it is doable. Obviously, the schooling takes some time away from your family, but they remain focused on the end...
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    Liking members at AN

    cracklingkraken replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    According to Google, it also means a "pretty girl or woman." Thank you for introducing me to that term. Now I can say to my friends, did you see that tchotchke?
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    Liking members at AN

    cracklingkraken replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    Can I say that someone has been kvetching all day long? I have to admit, the rules of the English language are a bit blurry in my
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    Liking members at AN

    cracklingkraken replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    I think I might add that to my everyday vocabulary. It can join my occasional use of
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    Liking members at AN

    cracklingkraken replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    Off topic, but I am always intrigued by people who use the word "kvetch." That is
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    Nervous about starting school while living with my parents.

    cracklingkraken replied to PrettyNerd's topic in General Students

    I'm in the same situation as you, although my household is not that noisy. I go to the library to study. Sometimes, my friends will open up their houses to study together. There are always coffee...
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    renting vs buying ebooks & online access texts

    cracklingkraken replied to NeoNatMom's topic in General Students

    I prefer having the hard copy of books. Reading on a screen for long periods of time tends to strain my eyes more so than just a regular textbook. The textbooks, when purchasing an E-book, should...
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    Better off single?

    cracklingkraken replied to westcounty's topic in General Students

    I think the only impact your romantic relationship would have on her end would be time constraints. But that is not a deal breaker. Many people are married and have families, have full time jobs, and...
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    General Chemistry I

    cracklingkraken replied to Seibukan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You will need to understand acids and bases. Additionally, knowing the formulas for certain chemical processes can be extremely useful (such as why increases in CO2 levels correlate with increases in...
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    Pre-nursing student, want to become an FNP. Reputable fast track programs??

    cracklingkraken replied to DontWantNoScrbs's topic in General Students

    Many NP positions prefer/require you to have experience working as a nurse prior to being hired.. I admire your initiative to accomplish your goals as soon as you can, but theoretical knowledge will...