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    How long did it take you to do your prerequisites?

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

    4 years technically, since I earned a Bachelor's that happened to have all the prereqs required for the nursing school I applied to. :) However, I probably could have finished in 1 year if I solely...
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    Does anyone have any recommended NCLEX style practice questions

    cracklingkraken replied to Little_Bear2013's topic in General Students

    I've heard good things about
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    Question about using earlier edition books

    cracklingkraken replied to Roo123,RN's topic in General Students

    If it's not the same author, then I would recommend buying the required book. If you're trying to save money, you can try buying a previous edition of the textbook from Amazon, or renting it out for...
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    So much doubt...

    cracklingkraken replied to 3rdgenRN2B's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It is definitely a big step, so it's completely normal to be nervous. I just got my Bachelor's in a different degree last spring, but I'm returning to school for an Associate's in Nursing. You're not...
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    So much doubt...

    cracklingkraken replied to 3rdgenRN2B's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well, if you have decided on nursing, you will have to look at your local schools that offer ADNs/BSNs, decide on which program you want to complete, and see their prerequisites. I would advise that...
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    help with entrance essay

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

    I agree with PP. Why do you want to be a nurse? Start from there, and the rest is
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    So much doubt...

    cracklingkraken replied to 3rdgenRN2B's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My older brother has a Bachelor's in General Studies, and he doesn't have any extra leverage when applying to jobs because of it. At least in the area I live in, a General Studies degree doesn't...
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    Military Wife wanting to become a nurse!

    cracklingkraken replied to MJ1991's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Hello there! I think it would be quite difficult to start an RN program if you don't know where you'll be located! However, most programs have a list of prerequisite classes that you will need to take...
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    Any A&P II study tips?

    cracklingkraken replied to mozer92's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Stay on top of your readings. If you have a class outline, use it to read the chapter prior to the lecture corresponding with said chapter, so you can focus on the parts you didn't understand and it...
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    interview attire

    cracklingkraken replied to alina1235's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Definitely a professional outfit. It's amazing how much of a difference your attire can impact a job offer or not. I always wear a nice dress or a blouse, black pants (the nice, expensive ones that...
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    Should I put it on my resume?

    cracklingkraken replied to Nightowl_lpn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    If you've only been there for a month, I would recommend that you omit it from your
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    Research Paper Ideas

    cracklingkraken replied to LEOWifey's topic in General Students

    I think you need to give more detail as to what the guidelines of the research paper are so we can guide you in the right
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    Penn state nursing

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

    I don't know specifically about Penn State's nursing program, but I've heard it's much more feasible to work while in an LPN-RN transition program as opposed to your regular RN program....
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    Issues with a Clinical Instructor

    cracklingkraken replied to MedicalPartisan's topic in General Students

    Oof, sorry about the double post. I tried to edit but I guess it just posted
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    Issues with a Clinical Instructor

    cracklingkraken replied to MedicalPartisan's topic in General Students

    I think this is a great opportunity for you to learn how to be teaching yourself. I more than understand the frustrations of having a professor who absolutely was NOT made for teaching - I've had more...
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    Issues with a Clinical Instructor

    cracklingkraken replied to MedicalPartisan's topic in General Students

    I think this is a great opportunity for you to learn how to be teaching yourself. I more than understand the frustrations of having a professor who absolutely was NOT made for teaching - I've had more...
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    Most terrifying thing?

    cracklingkraken posted a topic in General Students

    What was the most terrifying part of being a nursing student? I've imagined thousands of scenarios of where something could go wrong in nursing school as a student: failing an exam, not getting along...
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    Is this a realistic course load?

    cracklingkraken replied to jnichox2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think it certainly looks doable. But it really depends on what you think you can handle. I know of people who double majored with 21 credits each semester and did completely fine. I also know people...
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    Grammar Police

    cracklingkraken replied to ICURN3020's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I agree. When it comes to professional documents, I think text speak should not become the norm. It's similar to writing an essay in school. Even though pretty much everyone knows what "u" and "idk"...
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    Areas of nursing?

    cracklingkraken replied to 80sDudeBen's topic in General Nursing

    There are a lot of different fields of nursing. I'm in the same situation as you: I have no idea which field to specialize in. However, as soon as I begin working as an RN, I'm sure I will find a...
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    How hard is basic anatomy and pysiology

    cracklingkraken replied to TIffany1579's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There are a lot of factors that go into A&P that will determine its difficulty for an individual. 1) Your attentiveness & attendance - this is a bigger factor than most people realize 2) Your...
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    Fall 2014 Ivy Tech Nursing

    cracklingkraken replied to rnjacqui's topic in Indiana Nursing

    I agree. Just email me so I can stop obsessively watching my mailbox and the mail truck pass
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    nursing school acceptance procedure

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

    Dental? Really? Do you know why they require dental
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    Should I pursue an AA or an AS?

    cracklingkraken replied to sashagomez01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think what the OP is asking is whether or not she should complete the AA degree and transfer into a BSN program or complete her AS degree, become an RN, and then complete her
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    Should I pursue an AA or an AS?

    cracklingkraken replied to sashagomez01's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Oh, I understand now. You're in pre-nursing, correct? It depends on what you would consider more beneficial to you and your current situation. If you would like to go ahead and get your Bachelor's...