Some of Us Are Trying to Help You...

I very often read posts on this board which complain about the staff nurses. I was a nursing student, too, and I know that such criticisms can be valid but you should know that a lot of us really dig having students around and look for opportunities for you to learn.

So, young Padawans, know that some of us staff nurses are actually invested in your learning... not because we have to but because we like to.
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Best West Coast BSN Programs?

I was wondering what colleges best prepare their students for the NCLEX and their careers?
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Mocked by teacher in post conference.

I recently had my teacher mock me in front of the whole class like a bully in a park, "literally" making funny faces and noises like you are watching a movie about bullying.
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How I had multiple offers as a New Grad RN in a saturated Market

When I was in the hunt for a new grad RN position, I used allnurses to help guide me in my job hunt endeavors and I want to take the time to help others who are looking for their first RN job...
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Why would a patients respiratory rate be set at 28 on a mechanical ventilator?

Mechanical ventilators are usually set between 12-16 breaths per minute but one patient in a case study I am working on, has her ventilator set at 28.
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International graduate, passed NCLEX on first try

I have to thank the community of allnurses.com, although I don't post much I do read the articles and success stories posted here, which has been of great help. I've been a nurse for 5 years in Puerto Rico, and have always wanted to take the NCLEX...
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Concept Mapping: Help me be better

I've been assigned my first concept map for my patient. I need 4 nursing diagnoses, in order of priority. I remember from reading countless other posts on here that I should not be trying to fit my patient into a diagnosis, but rather look at my patient, figure out what I see and that should lead me to a diagnosis. Correct?
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Why did you decide to become a nurse?

My father had a multitude of health issues, we knew he didn't have long to live. I treasure that time I spent with him, reminiscing and helping to make him as comfortable as possible. That drove me to be a nurse. Anyone with a similar story?
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[Toon] To DVR or not to DVR that is the question?

So...when you start nursing school, you are sure that you can just record your favorite shows and watch them when you finish school. Is this realistic? Are you going to have a million hours to watch TV once you start that coveted new RN job? Uh...probably not....so what is your "must watch" TV show? My advice: watch one show only! Good luck.
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