HIPAAPotamus BSN, RN

We have a dosage calculation test at the beginning of every semester. The first one deals with conversions and drip rates, mostly. It's mostly algebra-based. In our program, you must score at least a 90% to continue with school.

Sociology, but I think it was because the class was mind-numbing and the people in the class made me nuts. For sheer hustle, I busted my tail in A&P II, but it was the good kind of hurt.

Trigger warning guys!!!!

The best is when they turn on a dime and start dishing out major attitude as soon as they're met with resistance. Those are fun.

Oh, it's cute when boys "neg" you to get you to prove yourself and date them, isn't it? In this case, it's all "Bye Felicia" and "Unsubscribe" in the texts. I seriously doubt that his aunt would hold much influence in your life. If he threatens to s...

The fact that this person's negligence makes you want to defer after three weeks is more than concerning. You're deciding to let someone else's behavior impact your future. I highly suggest seeking your school's resources and speaking to someone with...

I'm waiting for my third vaccine, even though I had them done years ago. I was a non-responder, and my program had me sign a form saying I "refused" (just to cover their bases) it, just to have it on record until the third vaccine/titer. Maybe your p...

There isn't a "No, you can easily budget your time and make it all work" poll answer. Maybe try setting aside specific hours of the day for specific subjects, sort of like professional scheduling?

I did hear that most hospitals will require their RNs to hold at least a BSN by 2020 (or to be in process), but as far as it being "obsolete", I think that's just someone trying to put you down. There's zero shame in taking the most cost-effective p...

I'm in school to eventually become a psych nurse, but maybe the reason that the reason you "gotta be crazy" to work in mental health is because some nurses have felt the social stigma of a psychological disorder and, rather than bury it under years o...

I, for one, am looking forward to my yacht and pool boy.

The military (specifically, Navy and Coast Guard) might be an option. I think for every year they provide financial aid, you have a two-year commitment for service.

The good thing about taking an accelerated summer course is that you're constantly in a mindframe of studying. Like others said, read as far ahead as you can before getting confused - that way, when you walk into lecture, you're just cementing what y...

Same here - mom, wife, student, employee, and more. My family understands that this is my priority for the next several years. Sometimes I feel alone in my studies (when I start rattling on about the juxtaglomerular complex and my husband looks at me...

I think a lot of that skill comes from knowing how to speak to people. I don't know if that's something that can be directly taught. Lifespan Psych was more about understanding theories and age-related traits.

BP 110/80 or so, HR 80-85, RR 14-16, SpO2 99-100%

Meducate: Converse to the Droogler, it's the chance to give necessary medical information to a patient and their family.

When a patient pushes their call button, I hope I don't find... C diff.

"Priapism?! I thought I was just happy to see you - four hours ago!"

ABSNs are full-time, incredibly rigorous, year-long programs. They are highly competitive, and you most likely wouldn't be able to work and attend school and clinicals and maintain a decent GPA and be a present parent and girlfriend and stay sane at ...

Twitching is over - I've been accepted! So many vaccinations and boosters!!

I am twitching with envy for you all - congratulations! I should know in about four days, seven hours and 27 minutes, give or take...

I'm in a similar situation, so I weighed out what I need/what I can afford (backstory, I have a bachelor's and a master's; these are also the best possible outcomes): With the ADN, I study for two years while still being able to work, sit for the NCL...

CRUSHING A&P II. Low A in lifespan psych. Waiting to hear back regarding acceptance.

My current program accepted several gen-ed prereqs from 1999, so I'd say you're golden.