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[ciaralynnnn-blog1]

I cannot believe how fast this semester is flying by! This week we have a patho and med surg test, which I think I’m prepared to the best of my ability for. For patho I think these drugs are a lot easier and more straightforward. On the other hand, med surg I feel is all nursing interventions which is straightforward for me! These last few weeks of school I want yo stay focused, conquer my goals, and pass these classes in order to get to next semester! 💪🏻💉☘️

[itsirishlibra-blog]

I thought that the second set of medications for Patho was so much easier than the first one set for the first exam. I feel like the first exam had like 50 medications and the second one had only 20. I am glad the semester is almost over. I am sure you are doing great, keep on pushing!!!!! we got this!!!!!!

[littleitalianmeatball-blog]

First Set of Exams

Finally completed our first set of exams and I couldn’t be more relieved. The amount of stress from all of the material and the unknown pertaining to the exams really gets to you; let alone the sleepless nights of studying and worrying. On top of that you have your own personal life and family stuff that may be affecting you so sometimes being able to obtain the information for exams can be extremely difficult or almost impossible because the weight of so many other factors are weighing you down physically, mentally and emotionally. I guess the most important thing to remember is that we are all only human and we cant be perfect.  

[itsirishlibra-blog]

I dont know if this was from first semester or this semester, but all I have to say is the relief only stays for a few days until we have to take the next one like the following week ahah. BUUUTTTTT, I'm just glad we got each other to help prepare and study for these exams! 

[priscillajaneee]

Hail, sleet, or snow...

As a nurse, or potential nurse, there’s a few thoughts that always cross my mind….”Nurses don’t sick, nurses don’t call out sick, and nurses don’t get snow days.” So far, I have had 2 experiences that prove that. I have experienced 2 clinical sessions during inclement weather. It’s true, nurses don’t get snow days. We are expected to show up for our shifts and work just as if it were a normal day. I would much rather stay at home in my sweatpants and binge watch Netflix but I want to be a nurse. If I have to miss out on snow days then so be it because there are a lot of people counting on me to show up!

[itsirishlibra-blog]

I know what you mean. I was in the car with you that day and it was not good. A hour drive home literally took 4 hours, well it felt that long anyway. I guess ill have to buy a new car because we all know baby bluueeeeeeee isn't making it through snow storms like that. 

[itsirishlibra-blog]

Sleeeepppp Depriveedddd

I got just about 3/4 hours of sleep last night... BUT, here I am being a good student, in the library since 10:00 am. We have two exams coming Tuesday/wednesday for Med Surg AND Patho. So, its safe to say I haven't got much sleep in the last few days. It ok though, once these exams are over I'm sleeping for a week straight (sick I wish) 

[itsirishlibra-blog]

SPRRRINNNGG BREAKK

What the heck!!!!!! Spring Break went entirely way to fast. It felt like just yesterday we were still in school. I don't want it to be over, this break was such a tease. Its not like we get another one like this, we basically start our summer semester right after this semester! Plus, we have three exams this next 3 weeks and I am NOT READDDDDYYYY!!!! there is not enough time to ever prepare for these exams! 

[delightfullycaffeinatedpers-blog]

I gave a shot!

On Friday at clinical I got to give my first shot! It was a SubQ insulin shot, I got to give one in the arm and one in the stomach! I know it probably doesn’t seem like a big deal but it was so cool to give my first one. I also got to administer oral meds and set up an IV drip (not the IV just the bag of medication) so that was pretty cool too. It was a lot of fun to work on the floor with the patients, we got to help with dinner time and with night time routines for the elderly people. All in all  would say it was a great start to clinical, but we have to do a care plan for our patient with 3 diagnoses so that’s gonna take a while. I’m sure it will get easier as time goes on. 

[itsirishlibra-blog]

Norm, you are so lucky that you got to do that. That is a great experience to encounter and im glad you were able to do it. I gave medications a few times as well, even though it may not seem cool to give oral meds but its still awesome experience since its our very first time. 

[littleitalianmeatball-blog]

nursing school at its finest

I can happily say that I have successfully completed my first semester of nursing school at Widener University. I was previously in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Widener and felt as though my heart was not truly there. Since I have switched my major to nursing, I feel a lot happier with my life and the many possibilities that my future holds. I never thought that nursing school could cause as much stress and anxiety that is has but I am going to stay positive and continue to push my way through to graduate with my BSN. This semester started with high anxiety between lengthy syllabus’s, the unknown of what to expect with clinical and a med calc exam. Im happy to say that I passed my med calc exam with a 100% which takes some of the stress away. However, I am extremely nervous to start my clinical rotations in the hospital. I take pride in the happiness and well being of others and knowing that I now have an influence on a patient is a little nerve wracking. I guess all I can do is continue to stay positive and ensure that I provide the most effective and professional care I can possibly give to benefit each individual patient.  

[itsirishlibra-blog]

Dominique,

I know exactly how you feel. The anxiety and stress that comes along with nursing school is sometimes unbearable and out of control. However, just like you said if we all stay positive we can do this. We all have each other and will stick through it. Im glad you changed your major because if you didn't I wouldn't have got to meet you and become such good friends with you. Keep pushing girl, you got this!!

[itsirishlibra-blog]

First exams

Last week we had exams for the three hardest classes this semester; Ped’s, Med Surg, and Patho. It was our first exam for each of these classes, which was extremely nerve wrecking. I don’t think I have ever been so stressed out in my entire life for that long. I studied for those exams for three weeks and not once did I not feel stressed. It was such a relief when it was finally over, but now I have to start studying for the following exams. 

[itsirishlibra-blog]

Excitement outweighs the fear

I am someone who has extreme anxiety. I freak out about just about anything and over think everything (I am working on it by the way). So, this weekend I had my first ever clinical experience. I bet you could guess how my anxiety was then. It’s a pediatric clinical at Dupont, which let me just say is an amazing hospital. The entire way to the hospital I was filled with anxiety, nerves, and fear. However, once I met my clinical instructor and got in the groove of things, I didn't want to leave. I definitely think that my clinical instructor is what made things a little easier, I really lucked out this semester with both clinical instructors and professors. In that case, even though I know that this semester is going to be a challenge and clinical for sure, I think its going to be a good year. 

[itsirishlibra-blog]

On my way

I always knew that I wanted to be a nurse but it still seems so unreal that I am actually in my career program on my way to being exactly that, a nurse. The first semester was a challenge because I had no clue what to expect. However, after all the endless reading, sleepless nights, anxiety attacks and mental breakdowns I passed my first semester with four As and one B+ and a 3.83 GPA. Furthermore, after a much needed break from school, I am back here, already in the library (its only the third day) and doing assignments. I can't deny that I am extremely nervous about this semester because we start clinical.. in a real hospital.. with real medications.. with real people. THATS SO SCARY! but i am also very excited. So ladies and gentlemen, i am on my way to becoming a nurse. 

P.S: I passed my first exam of the semester with a 100!!!!!!!!