Category Archives: nursing
FREEDOM!
True to form, I’m posting to you on school break. Only this time, it’s a special kind of break. I’m off ALL summer after completing my SECOND year! This is beyond amazing. Since starting the program in August 2008, I’ve … Continue reading
Physical Exams x 3
For our physical assessment class, we’ve had to do 3 sessions to learn various physical exam technique with individuals trained in both the art and science of doing it (and then having it done on them while they teach you … Continue reading
Whoa . . .
OK, is it really possible that it’s been almost 2 months since I posted to S&S?! I *cannot* believe it. While my shock subsides, let me just offer an explanation for my disappearance . . . YSN is trying to … Continue reading
Maternal-Newborn Rotation + More!
I can’t believe it – just 4 weeks of school to go before my 1st year is done! It’s really amazing how fast the time flew by, and while it was stressful at times, it was also great! I’ve made … Continue reading
Book Recommendation
For all my friends out there who are contemplating their first or next baby, I’d like to suggest you read Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth. It’s an enlightening read, and gives prospective mothers great insight of what to expect in … Continue reading
Pediatrics
I started my pediatric rotation this week, which has been great so far! I have the most awesome preceptor, who really wants us to learn and is not into intimidation (so many of them are). She’s realistic about our schedule, … Continue reading
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What happens in the hospital should stay in the hospital . . .
Jeanne pointed out that I need to do a blog posting on school and clinical, and she’s right! I’ve definitely neglected that topic on S&S, which is in part, the main point of this blog. However, remember that this post … Continue reading
Happy Belated Birthday to Me (and you, and you, and you)!
Another year has come and gone, and as Adrienne’s card said, I’m turning 29, yet again! Can you believe I don’t have a single photo regarding my birthday? It’s certainly not because I didn’t have a good time! Kurt took … Continue reading
It’s Been a Long 3 Weeks!
Wow, I’m exhausted. I knew this program was going to be hard, but often I feel like they are seriously trying to kill us. I’ve had three exams in three weeks, which let me tell you — that’s a lot … Continue reading
New Haven, Berkeley of the East?
Since I spend so much time at my desk these days, and since my desk has a perfect view of the New Haven Green and all its associated happenings, I feel well qualified to state that I think New Haven … Continue reading
