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    Will I have a social life as a bsn student at a four year college and as a nurse

    imbatz replied to abbbbbbbbbbbbbb's topic in General Students

    Well, there are going to have to be sacrifices because nursing school is a bit different. The grading scale is a bit different than traditional programs, so you will have to work and study harder for...
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    Are We "Glorifying" Nurses?

    imbatz replied to nynursey_'s topic in General Nursing

    The person who wrote the original article is embittered and if they are a nurse, are probably in an awful situation. However, the odds are they are not a nurse. Nursing attracts all types of people....
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    UT - Arlington RN to BSN program

    imbatz posted a topic in University of Texas Arlington

    So, I am considering the UT-Arlington online RN to BSN program to complete my BSN. Anyone in the program? Anything I should know? Stories? Anecdotes?
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    Drug Cards

    imbatz posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    So quick history... I only have 2 classes left before my role transition and I have a 3.5 GPA, so I do know how to study at this point, and yes, I do understand the logic behind the assignment... My...
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    when to start studying for NCLEX

    imbatz replied to Graduation2016's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Its never too early to start. I have been studying since I began the program. But, I have been NCLEX studying in earnest after I got my first remediation packet after my first Hesi exam (I believe...
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    Peds Math...help!

    imbatz replied to ashmora_009's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    There are a lot of distractors in ped med math questions. Just remember the calculation method you chose (Ration:porportion or formula) and break it down the same way you always have. The only new...
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    UT - Arlington RN to BSN program

    imbatz replied to imbatz's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    Do you have a link to the
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    rn to bsn

    imbatz replied to number8's topic in School, College Programs

    Yeah, that's not bad actually. Here in North Florida, JU costs about that per semester and my pre-reqs at DePaul costs
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    CNA vs ER Tech experience

    imbatz replied to BrewCrew312's topic in General Students

    It depends on the hospital, but the ED Techs at my hospital are permitted to draw for labs, and do basic invasive procedures that the CNAs are not permitted to do. However, most of our ED techs are...
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    HELP: How Extensive Are Hiring Background Checks?

    imbatz replied to khaleesikitten's topic in General Students

    Depends on the community, your state board and the hospital you are working
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    You are not a nurse...

    imbatz replied to TMT_P's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What it sounds like to me is that you have worked very hard and earned the right to call yourself a nurse, and your friend hasn't. The weight and responsibility of that title escapes her. If this is...
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    How I Passed NCLEX-RN in 75 Questions

    imbatz replied to who8mycookie's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I also started using Quizlets and Hesi Case Studies from the beginning of nursing school. Our program just started using Elsevier's Adaptive quzing program. I'm alittle unsure of how effective it...
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    Help me understand the stigma Acute Care Vs. "The Rest of Them"

    imbatz replied to SNBTaylor's topic in General Nursing

    You need to remember, if you are an RN at LTC or SNF, you are the only one or one of just a few which is why the ratio seems so high. LPNs are doing the med passes, CNAs are doing baths, RN are...
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    need help with a math question.

    imbatz replied to Sarahjohnson39's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    For some people (like me), ratios just mix me up. If you are having a problem with ratios, try doing the formula. Ordered/on hand x quanity = dose to calculate drip factors, it is just a minor...
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    Tips To Stay Awake While Studying

    imbatz replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

    Peanut butter. Seriously. Peanut butter. and walking. Take a 5 minute break every hour and walk for 5
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    How many chapters?!?!

    imbatz replied to Ancher's topic in General Students

    Don't try to read it all. If your instructor gave you objectives, cover that information. In the assigned chapters, really know the information that is in the tables and pictures. It is usually a...
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    Nursing Textbooks

    imbatz replied to ydmoney06's topic in General Students

    I used old textbooks throughtout my program. Saved some cash, and there are lots of other sources out there to supplement if need
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    Pharmacology Woes!

    imbatz replied to Lady_B2006's topic in General Students

    Same here! They were awesome. Also, try Quizlet for self created flash
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    Venting and Sub-par Programs

    imbatz replied to MedicalPartisan's topic in General Students

    If you don't get the state required number of clinical hours, you won't be allowed to even sit for the NCLEX. SIMs are now calculated for clinical hours, also mandated by state, but if your program...
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    How would you break these up?

    imbatz replied to kolabee's topic in General Students

    You should have taken Algebra before CHem, but if this is all you got, take Algebra and Chem now, but realize that Chem is mostly algebra. Chem is usually a prerequisite for both Micro and A&P,...
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    I received this email from a professor. I was a little shocked. Opinon?

    imbatz replied to kdflet's topic in General Students

    I also think the email was out of line and judgmental and inappropriate. I have nothing against dress codes for clinical days. Our dress code is a bit antiquated but it is what it is. However, if...
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    Guest What? I graduated!!!!! 12/19/14

    imbatz replied to Success4all's topic in General Students

    Congrats!
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    Expert advice on passing your 1st semester

    imbatz replied to PaulBaxter's topic in General Students

    I have the 2011, and its a great text book. All the diagnosis come from NANDA. If you get the older book, just make sure you have access to the most current
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    Expert advice on passing your 1st semester

    imbatz replied to PaulBaxter's topic in General Students

    There will probably be other older students in your group, but don't discount the young turks - some of them are pretty
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    Expert advice on passing your 1st semester

    imbatz replied to PaulBaxter's topic in General Students

    Every school handles case studies differently. Make sure you understand how the professor grades his/her case study assignments. That being said, the text book is a wonderful reference for working...