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    How long did you Lurk before joining allnurses.com?

    labcat01 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I said months but I actually lurked for over a YEAR. First I wanted to learn more about nursing and the REALITY that nurses face. Then after a year or so I registered while working on my pre-reqs. I...
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    This is how it really is for this new CRNA

    labcat01 replied to CRNA2007's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I wish I was remotely interested in becoming a CRNA...it sounds like a lovely
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    Does the KPLAN Decision tree work?

    labcat01 replied to Becksalmost's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think it depends on the test taker. There was some trouble with this in my nursing class because some of us are very intuitive thinkers and do well on these tests without needing a decision tree....
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    Failing nclex

    labcat01 replied to nurdarby's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yeah...in Texas it takes a full 7 working days (at least) to up to a month to hear from the BON (thank the Lord for Quick results). I had 75 questions with a lot medication calculations and select all...
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    Taking NCLEX on Monday (1/14)-need good thoughts!

    labcat01 replied to CareBayer's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    GOOD LUCK!!! I think having the right attitude is the best thing to help you with your exam. My prayers are with
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    I Passed with 75 questions!!!

    labcat01 replied to CardiacIMCRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you so much! I did pass!!!! It is the best feeling in the
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    I Passed with 75 questions!!!

    labcat01 replied to CardiacIMCRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    OMG! Thank you so much for posting that. I took the exam yesterday (also in Texas and also with 75 questions) and I was feeling a bit down because I had so many med questions. That just makes me feel...
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    Getting NCLEX Questions Identical to Studied Questions ????

    labcat01 replied to JoAnna McNurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I had two questions that were incredibly similar (if not exactly the same) to some Kaplan
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    75 Questions...Last one wrong???Pass/Fail

    labcat01 replied to blue2day's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I know this thread is majorly old but here goes... The people at Kaplan told me that the "select all that apply" is only supposed to make up a small percentage of your questions (like maybe 1-3%) and...
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    Question about NCLEX math

    labcat01 replied to Joni's Mom's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What I did (and I hope I wasn't wrong) was just put what they asked for. Most questions said answer to one decimal place but I had one question that specifically said to give the nearest whole
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    January 2008 NCLEX support thread

    labcat01 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There is a sticky note at the top of the forum with directions. I think you are supposed to PM her but double check
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    Why does it take so long????

    labcat01 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took my NCLEX today and now I have to wait two working days for the results to post (via quick results). Why does it take so long?!?! It's on the computer for crying out loud so it knows pretty much...
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    Any parkland interns???

    labcat01 posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hey all, I applied for a Parkland internship back in November (to begin in late July 2008) and I haven't heard back from them. I called their office and they said they were interested in interviewing...
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    Any parkland interns???

    labcat01 replied to labcat01's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thanks lifelongstudent! I applied for the 7 month internship but I've been wondering lately whether a 3 month residency wouldn't be better for my family (in less then a month I will have TWO young...
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    January 2008 NCLEX support thread

    labcat01 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took my test today. It shut off at 75 and I really have no clue how I did. I'm glad to hear I wasn't the only one with calculations. I think I must have had 4 or so. I wish it didn't take so long to...
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    Any parkland interns???

    labcat01 replied to labcat01's topic in Texas Nursing

    That's what I thought too, except that the application is due in March and it specifically states "The earlier you apply the better" and then something to the effect of interviewing candidates once...
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    "Are you an RN OR LPN ????"

    labcat01 replied to notsosupernurse's topic in General Nursing

    They did a study in our community and basically found that it makes patients feel more comfortable if you introduce yourself, give your name and credentials, and then tell them something about your...
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    Am I, as a nursing student, part of the problem?

    labcat01 replied to marie-francoise's topic in General Nursing

    Ok, maybe I read your post differently because I am not nearly as angry or offended by what you said as some of the previous posters. I agree with what you are saying about hospitals needing to value...
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    January 2008 NCLEX support thread

    labcat01 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That sounds like a terrific idea!!! I'm taking mine next Friday and i'm horrified. I'm going to need something like that to take my mind off the
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    Anyone Pass Nclex-RN studying 3 wks or less?

    labcat01 replied to Born2bRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That is pretty much what my instructors told me given my HESI score. I'm taking it in 10 days and i'm terrified!!! I'm having a baby in a month so if I don't pass this first time it is going to be an...
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    GN to RN time

    labcat01 replied to 2bnursenikki82's topic in Texas Nursing

    It took longer to verify my GN license online then it did to actually get my ATT. My ATT took less then a week- online verification was a week and a half. This is the time when you have to pray your...
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    texas nursing schools

    labcat01 replied to pe5322's topic in Texas Nursing

    I say try all the BSN programs that you can! I think (but i'm not sure) that your chances of getting in with a 3.1 are better in a BSN program then an ADN program because it seems all the ADN...
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    nclex centre in houston

    labcat01 replied to rnaffah's topic in Texas Nursing

    There are two centers in Houston- one's in the Bellaire area and I can't remember the other. You can get the addresses on the Pearson
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    GN to RN time

    labcat01 replied to 2bnursenikki82's topic in Texas Nursing

    You have to wait on the school to send notice to SCHEDULE your NCLEX but you can register with Pearson any time (although there is a deadline- I think a month before graduation???). I graduated on...
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    Friend calls herself a nurse but never really worked as one

    labcat01 replied to MommyandRN's topic in General Nursing

    UGH! Practicing medicine without a license can land you in jail. I hope she knows