JVerne07

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1. Albumin and DKA

   JVerne07 replied to JVerne07's topic in Critical Care

   So I was able to make this connection the other day, actually. In the absence of insulin, cells can't use glucose and the body starts to break down fat and protein for energy. I knew this, but for...

2. Albumin and DKA

   JVerne07 replied to JVerne07's topic in MICU, SICU

   Oh wow! Thanks for the help, I can't believe I didn't piece that

3. Albumin and DKA

   JVerne07 posted a topic in Critical Care

   Hey there! This is a bit of a crosspost, but I'm a student having trouble understanding a couple lab values going back over some clinical paperwork. Why would a patient in DKA have low total protein...

4. Albumin and DKA

   JVerne07 posted a topic in MICU, SICU

   Hi all! I'm a student losing my dang mind trying to figure out why a patient of mine (who was in DKA) would have low total protein and serum albumin levels. Can anyone steer me in the right direction...

5. Surgical Tech or RN?

   JVerne07 replied to alexisbj's topic in General Nursing

   Re: your program - where is the deficit in points coming from? My program is points based as well, and they were allotted for having taken prerequisites and specific bio courses, GPA, entrance exam...

6. showering: before or after work

   JVerne07 replied to peachypurple's topic in General Nursing

   Oh my god, both. Actually... before it's usually a good bath so I can preserve my hair. Afterward, it's a sincere shower. On full steam, with some serious loofah. I'm a weirdo though and at the very...

7. I still struggle with my confidence!

   JVerne07 posted a topic in General Nursing

   Hey everyone, thanks for taking the time to read this! I'm a student nurse in my final semester of school, and have been attending clinical in ER and ICU. I love these areas. Pacing is exactly what I...

8. BSN and Associate Nurses Are Neck and Neck. Will This Change?

   JVerne07 replied to allnurses's topic in General Students

   I'm a student set to complete my ADN in less than six months, and have personally agonized over the ADN vs. BSN issue. There is immense pressure to go out and get your BSN (I plan on starting mine the...

9. Are You Nurse Jackie or Nurse Zoey?

   JVerne07 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

   Oh god! I recently watched this show and I relate to Zoey so much in that as a student/new nurse you feel like a total goober who is just trying to stay positive, make friends, and make the best out...

10. Clinical instructor keeps handing out clinical warnings?

    JVerne07 replied to lilfayfay's topic in General Students

    I have to break it to you, gently I hope, that coming across as a person who doesn't prepare is the #1 thing that will make life impossible in nursing school. Your instructors will not be motivated to...

11. Dear Nursing Students/Orientees: A Love Note from the Preceptor from Hell

    JVerne07 replied to CheesePotato's topic in General Students

    Ug, this is exactly what I needed to read today! I go into preceptorship and then graduate next semester. Clinical this semester is hammering me. I've recently taken on the policy of asking whatever...

12. CSN Spring 2015

    JVerne07 replied to mamacruz87's topic in Nevada Nursing

    In the email that was sent out, is the math exam they referenced the same as the ATI? Or totally

13. CSN Spring 2015

    JVerne07 replied to mamacruz87's topic in Nevada Nursing

    I did my CPR certification with Prism, and they were pretty good. Very close to CSN too. My main concern with getting a titer is that for some reason I won't be immune to whatever they test for, and...

14. CSN Spring 2015

    JVerne07 replied to mamacruz87's topic in Nevada Nursing

    Somehow in my frazzled haze today I managed to forget where it is that we're supposed to go and buy our uniforms. Anyone know which room I need to go to, or if they're available through the bookstore?...

15. CSN Spring 2015

    JVerne07 replied to mamacruz87's topic in Nevada Nursing

    Also, sorry if I'm giving you guys information you all already know, but if you buy refurbished from the Apple site you can save a decent amount on an iPad: Refurbished iPad - Apple Certified, 1-Year...