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  1. How to reapply for Nclex-PN California? Where to get a form to reapply?

    direw0lf replied to Angel0514's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Fo real? I mean I just googled "how to reapply for the nclex-pn in california" and got what appears to be the answers http://www.bvnpt.ca.gov/general_information/faq.shtml You need to apply again and...

  2. Who's at fault here?

    direw0lf replied to PerkyNurse55's topic in General Students

    I learned the HARD way not to put the blame in matters like this on anyone but myself. Because even if it is the schools fault, my fault for not researching the school and nclex pass rate

  3. 94 or higher is an A?

    direw0lf replied to Oceanblu's topic in General Students

    95 or up is an A for us! Imagine how frustrated students who have a 94.9 are when the school doesn't round up? That grass always greener on da other

  4. FNP vs ACNP

    direw0lf posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hi I was a little confused, can a FNP work in a hospital setting? I'm asking because most graduate schools I've looked at seem to only offer FNP. There are 2 I found that offered ACNP. Is there little...

  5. Which has priority? Chronic pain or constipation?

    direw0lf replied to akruc353's topic in General Students

    A kaplan question had a situation almost similar. A pt in acute paid vs constipation which med to give first, the answer was for pain. I asked too what if the pain is caused by constipation but the...

  6. Ways to ensure a med-surg job after graduation

    direw0lf replied to floatingribs's topic in General Students

    I just worked on building a good relationship with my teachers. While a few would be unliked by most students or something I kept acting alert and respectful in class and always thinking of good...

  7. Yep. I have no friends in school.

    direw0lf replied to rheath22's topic in General Students

    It's not you but there's things you can do to help yourself be more likeable! 1. If you're laughed at, or realize you said or did something "silly" or "weird" or whatever, LAUGH. laugh a little and as...

  8. Anatomy & Physiology and Chem 1 at the same time?

    direw0lf replied to mpjvj's topic in General Students

    Yes do it! And get used to it!! It will help prepare you for nursing classes. I had pathophys, medsurg1, and pharm 1 together this semester. I've seen a lot of questions about the uncertainty of...

  9. Psychiatric Nurses and Safety

    direw0lf replied to Kayla_Martin's topic in Psychiatric

    My psychology teacher scared the crud out of me about working in a psych hospital with his stories about staff getting harmed, but I still am interested in it, and possibly peds psych. I work as a...

  10. when you feel creeped out

    direw0lf replied to menot's topic in General Nursing

    I thought that was basic nursing 101 not to judge your patient this way. And BTW I thought Michael Vick looked nothing like a scumbag until the pit bull

  11. Pharmacology flash cards

    direw0lf posted a topic in General Students

    Hi all, I haven't visited the forums in a while, I have been busy with nursing school!! (Good news, I think I will get all A's and/or A-'s!!!! Hard work pays off) I wanted to ask a question about...

  12. Is it pointless to be an A student in nursing school?

    direw0lf replied to misskayy's topic in General Students

    The grad school I want to get into doesn't accept any grade lower than a B plus the GRE score is competitive. I think you never know what you might want to do in the future, so why not try your...

  13. Need help with pharm question please

    direw0lf posted a topic in General Students

    The question is here: (you need to see the drug label) Study Guide For Pharmacology 8th Edition Chapter 14.E Problem 21IIA Solution | Chegg.com I got 6.6 mL for how many mL of diluent should be added....

  14. Need help with pharm question please

    direw0lf replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    Thank you for replying! I have a big test tmw. I'm not sure these type of problems are even going to be on the test, but I got stuck on this one. I added 6.6mL to my answer of 37.5 gtt/min. So I did...

  15. Messed up bad...

    direw0lf replied to thrma's topic in General Students

    Well you know I witnessed a nurse insert a Foley into an elderly women's lady parts, then take it out and put it in the urethra without a second in between. A UTI or c-diff could easily kill the woman...

  16. It seems that some students are not a good fit for nursing.

    direw0lf replied to Banana nut's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    When I saw 64 comments my nosiness had to look at this thread. I wasn't going to comment until I read "it makes me sad because smart people motivate me to be better and I'm not getting any of that in...

  17. A&P in making my life hell

    direw0lf replied to hshuang's topic in General Students

    My science classes were a walk in the park compared to med surg, pathophysiology, and pharmacology all at once plus clinical rotations. It's hard not to get caught up in drama or be effected by what...

  18. Nursing Fields, need help

    direw0lf replied to Fluffy64's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well you went into nursing probably because you didn't do enough research (you hate 12 hr shifts, don't want direct pt care) and now you're going into a BSN without doing enough research (as evidenced...

  19. Associates in biology

    direw0lf replied to ashelly's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm confused how you'll grad with a bachelor's degree in only 2 years? In what major, biology? But why don't you just apply to a nursing program at a 4 year school then? EDIT: ohhh I understand. I...

  20. Multiple Sclerosis and Nursing School

    direw0lf replied to Ashbeelee's topic in General Students

    Have you talked to your teachers? Do you feel comfortable enough to? I feel like they could help you best. However, I wouldn't look at it as if you're giving up nursing because you let MS stop you,...

  21. Wasting my time?

    direw0lf replied to Kinda Flustered's topic in General Students

    Are you my twin??? I read everything in pathos and still barely passed the exam. Then I decided to try and read pathos every day for a couple hours. That resulting in falling behind in my other...

  22. Starting school in the fall, give me your shoe/equipment/etc. recommendations!

    direw0lf replied to emmjayy's topic in General Students

    Planner.. When you get your syllabuses write down everything that's due when it's due and get ahead! Stay on top! I used to come on All nurses weekly but I got behind in my classes, and am barely...

  23. Books and Supplies

    direw0lf replied to CARMENVS08's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You can certainly call or email the bookstore to ask! Some have "book bundles" so you can get one price upfront. I get my book ISBN's ahead of time so I can look for them cheaper outside of school. My...

  24. The statistics thread I am a statistics tutor please feel free to post questions here.

    direw0lf replied to honeyforasalteyfish's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I loved statistics too! I had a great teacher, sounds like you are one of those. They make all the

  25. just venting, how to handle rage when you have to smile or else...

    direw0lf replied to HiMyNameisCammy's topic in General Students

    I think the thing is if you were late once and they were understanding with that. But it's not ok to be late only because of insurance problems, as frustrating as it can get. If your daughter was...