karmyk

karmyk

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  1. A&P 1 and 2 combined

    karmyk replied to Rohan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are there any local colleges running on the quarter system? That's the only way I could imagine myself taking both in the equivalent of one semester (basically one quarter after another... there's one...

  2. Transfer Application Help

    karmyk replied to laurawho7's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I believe it depends on the program you're applying to. Many programs require an essay in the application, and they often suggest that you take advantage of the essay to explain academic issues in the...

  3. got my NET test results back...

    karmyk replied to futurenurse85's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I believe each school has different minimum passing scores, and in most cases it's simply pass/fail based on that score... You should get in contact with one of the admissions counselors just to...

  4. Acceptance letter and interview!

    karmyk replied to pshs_2000's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    grats and good

  5. medical micro

    karmyk replied to btown annie's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    quite possibly one of my favorites: http://www.ratsteachmicro.com/HCOE_CAI_Winter_Review_Notes.htm (from the ucsd school of medicine, i

  6. Acceptance Letter--Thick or Thin?

    karmyk replied to tanner523's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    When I was accepted into the Macon Stage College nursing program, the letter came in a regular envelope, and it wasn't that thick at all. Unfortunately, I couldn't enroll into the program due to...

  7. Anyone else waiting for "the letter" this month for fall admissions?

    karmyk replied to L&D_2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm waiting, as well... for two programs. One I just found out I'm moving into the next phase of (interview), and the other I just recently sent in my application for. My fingers are crossed... I'd...

  8. New Student needing some serious advice

    karmyk replied to swillie02's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Does your husband have any friends who you trust with watching your kids at night? We never really had to babysit for anyone, but when a couple of the guys who worked for me deployed overseas, their...

  9. Question re: CC or university...

    karmyk replied to fmrnicumom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was talking to a relative of mine who's a nurse that worked with students from various local nursing programs, and she told me that the nursing students she worked with from the local community...

  10. ADN vs. BSN vs. MSN

    karmyk replied to MomToLL's topic in Nursing Career

    The wife of one of the of the guys who worked for me wanted to become a nurse. Her husband wholeheartedly supported her decision and told her that she should go for it all the way and work for her BSN...

  11. Net Test

    karmyk replied to needabrk2's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The one and only study guide that I would recommend for you to acquire is the one written by the people who wrote the actual test: http://www.eriproduct.com/detail.aspx?ID=1 The practice tests...

  12. failed NET again, options?

    karmyk replied to mama2amaya's topic in General Students

    Here's some paraphrased information I snagged from the ERI NET Guide regarding the different types of Critical Reading questions you might be asked: 1. Reading for the Main Idea - can be a statement...

  13. Desktop or Laptop?

    karmyk replied to DaughterofRuth's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    BTW... there are two stores I trust wholeheartedly with online orders: 1. New Egg http://www.newegg.com They ROCK.. especially if you simply want to order parts and put together a system yourself....

  14. Desktop or Laptop?

    karmyk replied to DaughterofRuth's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm a control freak when it comes to computers... that being said, I like desktops because I prefer being able to build and upgrade them whenever I feel like it. If something goes bad, it's usually...

  15. Anyone go to school in Northern California

    karmyk replied to bluemerle's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I finished Pathophysiology in the Fall with a strong A... but while I learned a lot, I felt like there was a little bit lacking from the knowledge I retained because I didn't get that extra bit of...

  16. Anyone go to school in Northern California

    karmyk replied to bluemerle's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are any of you applying for the Samuel Merritt ABSN program? If so, where are you getting your pathophysiology and pharmacology courses done? They require those 2 classes to be 3 units each, but most...

  17. failed NET again, options?

    karmyk replied to mama2amaya's topic in General Students

    Did you try getting that study guide made specifically for the NET? http://www.eriproduct.com/detail.aspx?ID=1 The reading comprehension section in this book mirrors the NET style (most likely...

  18. How does Nursing rank in comparison to other majors in difficulty?

    karmyk replied to CRNAhopefulguy's topic in General Students

    It could have very well been that they were simply prioritizing what grades or classes were more important or worthwhile for their time and efforts. The college where I got my bachelors from didn't...

  19. Whay is there so little support and so much backstabbing?

    karmyk replied to Lisa CCU RN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is what I did when I had to go to long meetings (where 90% of the stuff the discussed didn't deal with my office) or briefings/seminars (that i was only required to go to in order to fill seats...

  20. NP or CRNA College maybe I should forget about BSN

    karmyk replied to carveronica's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Being a bedside nurse could be a great stepping stone towards becoming a nurse practitioner... You could work as a nurse and gain valuable experience, and you can do the additional school to further...

  21. Houston -we have a problem...HELP!!! Krebs cycle, metabolic pathways, glycolysis....

    karmyk replied to onehusbandsevenkids's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What may help is actually drawing out what happens step-by-step WHILE explaining to yourself what happens at each step... I remember being confused initially when I first read it in the book, but when...

  22. Nursing School Entrance Exam

    karmyk replied to GirlCalledJack's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    So this means the NET doesn't have science knowledge questions? Or does it? I ordered the book, but it won't come for awhile... so I looked up some information on the web, and different sites give...

  23. Is the NET the same everywhere?

    karmyk replied to Lisa CCU RN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just found out I absolutely have to take this in about 2 weeks... and I was wondering, for the english portion... are there vocab questions? I ordered the eriworld study guide but won't get it for a...

  24. Should I get a CNA prior to nursing classes?

    karmyk replied to FoxyRoxy21's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    CNA certification classes are actually being offered practically FOR FREE where I live... You just pay for books and other supplies.. it's a pretty good deal. (Thus, I'm getting certified at the...

  25. I am in need of tips on good studying habits

    karmyk replied to sunnyday1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'd say one of the best things to do: Try to look at what you're learning from an angle that you can understand. I think that's the huge difference between my study habits now and my study habits...