TiffanyA

Hey everyone, Wow. I can't remember the last time I was here. I think I was in my first semester of my ADN program. I graduated in December of 2008 and since then I have only had one job, which only lasted 4 months. It was on an Orthopedic floor and although it wasn't the work that caused it, I ended up having to quit my job after being hospitalized for a Bipolar breakdown. I'm saying that to say this. By this time, I thought I would be well on my way to having my RN-BSN, possibly RN-MSN. All of this was put on hold due to my illness and the fact that, even now, I haven't been able to get stable enough to work as an RN or go back to school. For as long as I can remember, my ultimate goal was to become an APRN of Psychiatry. Now it seems that dream is no longer possible. I haven't talked to anyone knowledgeable about it, but I wonder if it's even POSSIBLE for that to happen considering my history even when I do become stable. In my own head, I'm thinking it's probably not even legal for someone to practice as an APRN of Psychiatry with a background such as mine. But I don't know. I'm asking you all first. Thanks in advance for any answers. It's good to be back :redpinkhe

I'm in 1st semester of the ADN program, and I have vital signs worksheets to do, but we haven't gone over vital signs in class yet.. so, I'm completely lost. :uhoh21: Here is the scenario: A female patient's vital signs prior to surgery are - 98.2, 78, 18, 138/72 Two hours after surgery her vital signs are - 99.1, 102, 26, 92/44 What will you do with this information? What will you assess further? If anyone could help me with this, I would really appreciate it. I don't know where to start.

Hi everyone, I'm currently waiting to see if I've been accepted to a Spring '07 ADN program, and in the event that I don't get in, I was thinking about looking into my school's Health Care Assistant (or Nurse Aid) program. It's a one semester program, and I figured I could do that while waiting to try again for the ADN in the Fall. Maybe I'm a little ahead of myself, but it can't hurt to explore all the options, right? Plus, I thought it might give me a chance to see if Nursing really is for me, and make a little money in the process. What do ya'll think? Thanks in advance, TiffanyA

Hey everyone, If anyone could help me out with this question, I would really appreciate it. "What are two anticoagulants used for conducting hematologic tests?" It's so simple, I know, I just can't find it anywhere. Thanks =)

Hey everyone, Once again, I am in need of some advice. I finally decided to drop A&P 1 Lab, due to my poor grades. My advisor registered me for A&P 1 Lab next semester along with A&P 2 Lecture and Lab. If I had trouble keeping up my grades this semester, how on earth will I do it in the spring with TWO labs? If I keep this schedule, I will be taking: A&P 1 Lab A&P 2 Lecture A&P 2 Lab Human Growth & Development English Comp 2 Art Appreciation Do you think I should do it, or just take A&P 1 Lab, and then A&P 2 by itself during the summer? *sigh* I know A&P is very important, so I don't want to put myself in a situation where I can't keep up again. What should I do? (I know some people take many more hours than this, but I work and go to school)

Should I take an intro math course while I'm taking my pre-reqs, just to brush up on my math skills? (I don't remember anything math-related, basically) Will it help me out when it comes time to take my math test for the program?

I'm in my first semester of school, taking pre-reqs for the ADN program, and I'm starting to wonder if nursing is for me. I've seen a few people on the boards here say that if you can't handle A&P you'll never be able to handle nursing courses. Well, its not that I can't 'handle' it, I just don't like it very much. I mean, sure, its interesting sometimes... but most of the time I can't wait for it to be over with. Right now I have a C in the class, and I know I could do much better, but I don't have much motivation to do so. I'm so confused. I went into this thinking that I was 100% sure that this was what I wanted, but now all I have is doubt and more doubt. Its so confusing because all I've EVER wanted to do is be a nurse. I've never entertained the idea of being anything else. Whats going on? I would hate to keep taking out loans for classes if this really isn't what I want. But how am I supposed to know?

Most of the money is coming from a Student Loan. I also got a GED scholarship (for getting my GED at their college), an Achievement Scholarship (for ACT scores), and MTAG. Thank God for all of that,otherwise I don't know how I would come up with the money.

you are definitely not alone. sometimes i stop and think, "oh my gosh. can i really do this? is this what i want?". but then i remember that this is all i've ever wanted to do. :) keep thinking about why you wanted to be a nurse in the first place. we can do it.

I live in Meridian,MS. and we finally got power back this morning. I haven't been studying because its hard to do in the dark,and theres been too much going on. I'm getting back on track today,though. I'm worried about how behind we're going to be when we are able to get back to school. (which will be Tuesday,I believe) I've already missed a full week. A&P 1 Lab meets once a week,on Monday,and we've already had to speed it up because of Labor Day being on Monday. *sigh* But thank God my loved ones and I are alright. Thats the most important thing.

Exactly!

I live in Collinsville. It's nice to see people from around here. I'm in my first semester at MCC,by the way. =)

Well,the first week of school is over. I'm actually liking it a lot more than I thought I would. And,even though A&P 1 is my hardest class,it's also my favorite so far. I was just wondering,does anyone else get worried about whether or not they're actually 'learning' something? If you're really getting it? I've been studying pretty well for A&P,making flash cards and such,and so far we have had one Quiz and a few review questions (My instructor gives one review question per class. She asks a question,and gives us 10 seconds to write down our answer and pass it to the front. It's also worth points.) I got every question right on the quiz and the review questions. So,I guess I'm doing well,right? *sigh* I'm just paranoid,I think. :uhoh21: