DLS_PMHNP MSN, RN, NP

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    Externship

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Kim O'Therapy's topic in Oncology

    Kim, I am in the same boat you are (except I'm working at an outpt cancer center), graduating in April 2009. I'm hoping to stay on with them after I graduate. Learn all you can while you are there,...
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    What is your graduation gift?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to LovingLearning's topic in General Students

    Martial arts training. Maybe a nice vacation, too
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    What do i have to look forward to? GOOD AND BAD THINGS...

    DLS_PMHNP replied to TrinaCNA's topic in General Nursing

    Laughing and crying simultaneously (some days). An immense feeling of pride that you are completing your goals. Best,
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    Cheating in nursing school?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to believer4's topic in General Nursing

    Hopefully, they won't kill anyone in order to get caught. So yeah, I DO worry about it. Would you want them taking care of
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    Cheating in nursing school?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to believer4's topic in General Nursing

    And heaven forbid, would you want that nurse taking care of your family member (or of you)? Since they are dishonest now, it seems as though that would carry over into their careers. If they gave a pt...
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    Why did you choose Nursing?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to melareitling's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Although I did not chose nursing based solely on financial stability, I do not believe that it is a stupid reason. I don't know of anyone in this day and age who WOULDN'T want job stability. Just
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    Why did you choose Nursing?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to melareitling's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I chose nursing because of the wide varieties of specialties. I can work in an insurance company, travel around the country, or fly on a helicopter. Not too many careers offer that sort of...
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    idk if i can do this?!?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to fosterslove0223's topic in General Students

    What is the point of your post? Please, enlighten
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    idk if i can do this?!?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to fosterslove0223's topic in General Students

    Nursing school is challenging, no doubt about it. I graduate in April, and each semester is progressively harder (they build on each other). HOWEVER, if you want something bad enough, I believe you...
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    Vent! Inconsiderate None NS Students!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to drosagain's topic in General Students

    cool!
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    Overwhelmed in the first semester...

    DLS_PMHNP replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in General Students

    GREAT advice, Jules. I do the same thing. Makes the end of the semester much less stressful. Best,
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    lost in clinical.. confused about nursing school...:(

    DLS_PMHNP replied to miniangel729's topic in General Students

    Sometimes, you don't have to say anything at all. Just let them know you are there if they need anything or want to talk. As long as you are a good listener, it's a good first step. Sometimes there...
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    WHAT can I do to be an oncology nurse?? help!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to yellowdot11's topic in Oncology

    I'm a nurse extern at an outpatient cancer center. I'll graduate this April. I HIGHLY recommend joining the Oncology Nursing Society or at least looking at their website. There is a wealth of info:...
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    Better clinicals with BSN program???

    DLS_PMHNP replied to litebrightgirl's topic in General Students

    Please keep in mind, that is not always the norm. I go to a University (BSN program), and our pass rate was 95% last year. Best,
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    Better clinicals with BSN program???

    DLS_PMHNP replied to litebrightgirl's topic in General Students

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    Financial Help for school?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to newpath2take's topic in General Students

    How about getting a job and/or loans? don't know of any "free" money out
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    Discussing Grades with Other Students

    DLS_PMHNP replied to anewday's topic in General Students

    There is no reason for your grades to be common knowledge, to anyone but YOU. Why do you feel you need to share? Again, who cares what 'they think?' Set your boundaries with your fellow students and...
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    Discussing Grades with Other Students

    DLS_PMHNP replied to anewday's topic in General Students

    Just curious, why would you even put your valuable time and energy into worrying about "rumors" concerning your grades? I give no one anything to talk about. I prefer it that way. If "they" think...
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    What do you take to clinicals??

    DLS_PMHNP replied to newbie08's topic in General Students

    I pack light: 1. Steth 2. Penlight 3. Palm w/ Epocrates 4. Pen 5. Binder/clipboard I carry around with me everywhere. Has worked so
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    Recommended Reading for Hospice Nurses

    DLS_PMHNP replied to introspectiveRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    One of my absolute favorites: "Upon the Seashore" I am standing upon the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of...
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    Running out of gas

    DLS_PMHNP replied to PEBBLES1's topic in General Students

    I feel your pain. I grad. in April 2009; This is the semester from H-E- double hockey sticks. I'm totally out of gas. I'm runnin' strictly on fumes Hang in
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    What is the diff. btwn DKA and HHNS??

    DLS_PMHNP replied to kirsteen0926's topic in General Nursing

    An easy way I learned it: HHNS levels are dangerously high, but no ketones. DKA- pts have ketones present (ie "fruity breath"
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    Med Surg Question

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Jenny67's topic in General Students

    I doubt that. I've heard many PCAs/CNAs say since they see what RNs go through on a daily basis, they would NEVER want to be one. Oh, BTW I was a PCA too. I'd be very very careful on this board...
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    Anyone with Anxiety issues

    DLS_PMHNP replied to ThinkRNin2009's topic in General Students

    Ditto! Caffeine does NOTHING to calm one's nerves. I limit myself to ONE caffeinated beverage a day and don't stay up late cramming, either. Has worked so far, I graduate in April
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    chemo and nutrition

    DLS_PMHNP replied to stalsrn's topic in General Nursing

    I second that. I would LOVE to see medical marijuana finally