Tag Archives: nursing

el corazón (the heart)

Posted on February.22.2012 by erika

For the next two weeks, my fellow classmates and I are studying the cardiovascular system in Pathophysiology and Pharmacology class. The exam will likely be a tough one, because 1) our instructor is a nurse whose expertise is in cardiology, … Continue reading →

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my last five weeks (in crayon)!

Posted on February.20.2012 by erika

The past five weeks were pretty intense….I have illustrated it for you: But now, all has changed! This week, I have to demonstrate that I know how to give a physical exam. That’s it! Sure, I still have to work, and … Continue reading →

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why wednesday was like an episode of “chopped”….

Posted on February.17.2012 by erika

I love the show Chopped. When I am tired and want to veg out, this is what I watch. While my ever-so-patient husband will tolerate the obsession, the conversation usually goes something like this:

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ten haikus about school

Posted on February.16.2012 by erika

I love the simplicity and beauty of Haiku. I thought I would highlight what I have learned in these last five weeks in poem:   no bowel sounds are bad a sign of poor digestion makes it hard to poop 

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hit me with your best shot

Posted on February.14.2012 by erika

I intended on starting this blog when nursing school started. That was over a month ago. So far, I have had a quiz, oral exam (known as the return demonstration), and written exam each week. I have cried in front of … Continue reading →

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