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    Odds are not in my favor getting into the program

    mindofmidwifery replied to ashmart0611's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Apply for other
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    Wheelchair brakes a restraint in LTC?

    mindofmidwifery replied to PoultryGirl17's topic in Canada

    I'm not from Canada but the LTC facility I worked at in the US told me not to lock wheelchair brakes because that's considered a restraint. Not sure how true this
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    Do you have to enjoy being a cna to make it as a lpn!??

    mindofmidwifery replied to Mkelly's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I will repeat: "It's called not creating a hostile, intimidating environment. It's called being respectful to others." That's pretty sad how your workplace doesn't provide the education necessary for...
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    Do you have to enjoy being a cna to make it as a lpn!??

    mindofmidwifery replied to Mkelly's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    How is it juvenile? It's called not creating a hostile, intimidating environment. It's called being respectful to others. Your comment was very
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    Nursing Assistant Program

    mindofmidwifery replied to JohnPham's topic in General Nursing

    Read through the pamphlet they give you, especially before you take your
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    Nursing student: Job offer starting same day as required NCLEX review

    mindofmidwifery replied to nurmac's topic in General Students

    I hope your attitude isn't as bad at work as it is on here :/
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    your thoughts when you first decided to be a nurse?

    mindofmidwifery replied to rosemarydreams's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I originally wanted to go to school for human resources. I have always been terrible at math and thought that if I really wanted to get into that field, I will do well in math. Well, I lost interest...
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    Unhappy CNA on night shift. Help?

    mindofmidwifery replied to michigan94's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I get where you're coming from but there's nothing you can do to change how they are. I worked as a CNA in a nursing home and it was so bad, I would take care of 20 patients (including about 7 lifts)...
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    Unhappy CNA on night shift. Help?

    mindofmidwifery replied to michigan94's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Where do you work? As a tech, at least I get my lunches. The nurses I work with barely even get a bathroom
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    Do you have to enjoy being a cna to make it as a lpn!??

    mindofmidwifery replied to Mkelly's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Please don't ever use "my" before CNAs
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    Thinking of dropping Nursing school and doing Pre-Med

    mindofmidwifery replied to Confusedbeyondbelief's topic in General Students

    No, PA and MD are in the same category. They both follow the medical
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    will being a patient care tech look good resume for when i start nursing school

    mindofmidwifery replied to xyoshira's topic in General Nursing

    Being young, it definitely beats working in retail or fast food
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    Compression Socks / Stockings

    mindofmidwifery replied to GFofstudentRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    No problem. I just remember because Ted rhymes with bed. Teds are good for those who are bed bound :) good luck with the
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    Compression Socks / Stockings

    mindofmidwifery replied to GFofstudentRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    TED stockings would not compress enough for someone on their feet all day. I got a cheap pair of Beyond brand compression stockings and they're decent but only go to my calf so they're awkward. I...
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    Pregnant and asking pts to wear masks

    mindofmidwifery replied to steffyh's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thank you, took the words out of my mouth
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    How long did you study for the TEAS?

    mindofmidwifery replied to Salinnax3's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    I will be taking the TEAS on the same date :) I'm not sure if it'll be effective but I plan on getting an app on my iPhone that has practice
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    Intermediate Algebra Vs College Algebra

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

    I completely agree with you. I'm terrible at fractions, adding and multiplying decimals without a calculator, etc. If you jump into college or intermediate algebra you definitely have to make sure you...
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    Intermediate Algebra Vs College Algebra

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

    College algebra is so hard!!! For me, at
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    Broke sterile field. Doc got mad

    mindofmidwifery replied to Mrs.in2015's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It was a mistake, he probably already forgot all about
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    Starting school in January, need all the help I can get!

    mindofmidwifery replied to app18's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Also, I had a Baby G watch and it wasn't the cheapest (like $60) but it was waterproof and very functional. A ton of different color schemes as well, very cute. You'll get cheaper suggestions but...
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    Starting school in January, need all the help I can get!

    mindofmidwifery replied to app18's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I would get two pairs of scrubs, whether you have one for a backup or want to alternate. Having one pair of scrubs and needing to make sure it's washed whether you feel like it or not is really...
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    Did not get into school.. Next steps

    mindofmidwifery replied to steffimiesha's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Good
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    Pregnant and asking pts to wear masks

    mindofmidwifery replied to steffyh's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Pregnant women have a lower immune
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    will being a patient care tech look good resume for when i start nursing school

    mindofmidwifery replied to xyoshira's topic in General Nursing

    Even if it doesn't matter to the nursing schools you're applying to, it will help you immensely when you do become a nurse. Definitely helps you get familiar with patient care and helps with time...
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    acceptable haircolor for nursing students?

    mindofmidwifery replied to crownsk's topic in General Students

    Following because I am in a similar