CONGRATULATIONS! I am so happy because our class is killing this exam so far!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
▶ ▷ Doreen passed!! (funny convo)
I want to share my conversation with Doreen, a friend who just took her NCLEX yesterday. We were waiting for her results today and this was how the conversation went...(Lol, there was so much anxiousness prior to this part of our chat. I want to focus on her excitement :D)
CONGRATULATIONS! I am so happy because our class is killing this exam so far!
CONGRATULATIONS! I am so happy because our class is killing this exam so far!
Monday, July 11, 2011
▶ ▷ I passed the NCLEX!
I PASSED THE NCLEX! I am officially Kashka M., RN BSN!!!
Annndd..
I won't be using these books and my filthy extern scrubs EVER!!
I am happy especially because I waited the whole weekend for the official result. My classmates had their names posted on the Board of Nursing website around 24 hours after they took the exam, but since I took my exam on a Friday, I had to wait longer. I did the pearson vue trick on Friday, which indicated I passed, so I knew I passed since Friday, but I was still not convinced until THIS:
This is what I have been waiting for the whole weekend! I am now sure I am an RN haha! Thank you to my friend, Melissa, for sending some positivity through text messages the whole time, lol.
So, what's next? This is what everyone asks and is commonly replied by "FIND A JOB!"
Not in my case though. I want to start applying for jobs, but I will be away for a decent amount of time. That means I will be enjoying my vacation first! :)
Annndd..
I won't be using these books and my filthy extern scrubs EVER!!
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
▶ ▷ CPR renewal
I have been locking myself in my room since.. I can't even remember. The only times I went out were because of: 1. work which was two weeks ago and, 2. some random bday parties (just once or twice). Other than those, I think you could diagnose me of having "hikikomori." Google it haha. I really think I have that.
Anyway, I went to Jefferson hospital today. That's the third time I went out, not on my own will, but because I have to. My CPR card expires tomorrow, literally. I did not mind going because center city is practically 5 mins away if I take the subway, but the class was freaking 5 - 9PM.
Ugh.. my life after graduation - studying for NCLEX and sitting in a 4 hour class to do compressions. It's a renewal class, not an initial class where we are all bunch of noobs who have never done CPR, so why does it have to take so looooonnnggg!?
Then, I found out it was because we had to watch a lecture DVD. That's new because instructors just used to.. duh.. instruct it that's why they are there getting paid. Anyway, the instructors felt our pain so they fast forwarded some parts in the DVD. Why? The DVD was so repetitive, it wanted us to do actual full sets of compressions (30:2 compressions:ventilation five times) -__- Additionally, the DVD wanted us to do them step by step (eg 5 sets of ONLY compressions, then 5 sets of compressions WITH breaths, then 5 sets with an AED, 5 sets with an infant etc etc.. uhh you get the point.) I was the one about to get a heart attack because it was so tiring!!
Well, because the instructors kinda skipped some parts, we got to leave a early. Oh before that, we also had to demonstrate the "heimlich maneuver" (abdominal thrusts when someone is choking) and this instructor asked me to come in front (I knew he would do that). He asked the class why he chose me. I said because I'm small. Then he said because I was small and good looking LOL *blush* I was flattered but totally embarrassed because the next thing he wanted me to do was do the heimlich maneuver on him (btw, he was a really nice old man so there was no malice there). He wanted to show the class how the DVD did not consider size, height and weight differences. I was small and he was big and chubby so I could not wrap my arms around his gut and save him from choking, lol. So if you weigh >200lbs and choked in front of me, do not expect me to be of any help.
Afterwards, we took a test as usual. I was so motivated to leave early I answered all 25 questions within 5 minutes (yup, I timed it haha) and even got a 100, lol. I was the first one to leave. I left around 7:45PM. It was ok, better than leaving at 9PM.
That was my day. Now I'm munching on burger and fries. Yes after having a class on CPR, I'm eating unhealthy foods that could send me to cardiac arrest LOL. I'll blog next time. :)
Anyway, I went to Jefferson hospital today. That's the third time I went out, not on my own will, but because I have to. My CPR card expires tomorrow, literally. I did not mind going because center city is practically 5 mins away if I take the subway, but the class was freaking 5 - 9PM.
Ugh.. my life after graduation - studying for NCLEX and sitting in a 4 hour class to do compressions. It's a renewal class, not an initial class where we are all bunch of noobs who have never done CPR, so why does it have to take so looooonnnggg!?
Then, I found out it was because we had to watch a lecture DVD. That's new because instructors just used to.. duh.. instruct it that's why they are there getting paid. Anyway, the instructors felt our pain so they fast forwarded some parts in the DVD. Why? The DVD was so repetitive, it wanted us to do actual full sets of compressions (30:2 compressions:ventilation five times) -__- Additionally, the DVD wanted us to do them step by step (eg 5 sets of ONLY compressions, then 5 sets of compressions WITH breaths, then 5 sets with an AED, 5 sets with an infant etc etc.. uhh you get the point.) I was the one about to get a heart attack because it was so tiring!!
Well, because the instructors kinda skipped some parts, we got to leave a early. Oh before that, we also had to demonstrate the "heimlich maneuver" (abdominal thrusts when someone is choking) and this instructor asked me to come in front (I knew he would do that). He asked the class why he chose me. I said because I'm small. Then he said because I was small and good looking LOL *blush* I was flattered but totally embarrassed because the next thing he wanted me to do was do the heimlich maneuver on him (btw, he was a really nice old man so there was no malice there). He wanted to show the class how the DVD did not consider size, height and weight differences. I was small and he was big and chubby so I could not wrap my arms around his gut and save him from choking, lol. So if you weigh >200lbs and choked in front of me, do not expect me to be of any help.
Afterwards, we took a test as usual. I was so motivated to leave early I answered all 25 questions within 5 minutes (yup, I timed it haha) and even got a 100, lol. I was the first one to leave. I left around 7:45PM. It was ok, better than leaving at 9PM.
That was my day. Now I'm munching on burger and fries. Yes after having a class on CPR, I'm eating unhealthy foods that could send me to cardiac arrest LOL. I'll blog next time. :)
Monday, June 20, 2011
▶ ▷ TTGL - Why is it awesome?
Tengen Toppa Gurrenn Lagann is just a classic anime; it deserves its own post. I am an anime junkie and out of all the anime I have watched, TTGL tops the list as the best anime ever (although Naruto is still my fave). I was not originally drawn to it because it's a mecha (robot stuff) anime, lol. I thought it was only gonna be action, robots, explosions, and more robots. See, I was never a Voltes V or Gundam fan. BUT to my surprise, this anime was deep and had inspirational themes about humanity and friendship. Everything about this anime is just perfect and if you like anime and have not even watched a single episode of TTGL, you're missing out!!
I'll dedicate this post to keep my favorite quotes from TTGL. I will surely look back to them in the future.
Whether it's laughable or irrational [ 無茶で無謀と笑われようと、]
This is the path that ALL great men walk! [ 維持が支えの喧嘩道！]
If there's a wall in our way, we'll destroy it! [ 壁があったら殴って壊す！]
If there's no road, we'll pave it with our own hands! [ 道がなければ、この手で作る！]
The magma in our hearts is blazing like flames! [ 心のマグマが炎と燃える！]
The perfect fusion: GURREN-LAGANN! [ 超絶合体！グレンラガン！]
Who... [ 俺を… ]
...all of you... [ 俺たちを… ]
The hell do you think we are!?! [ 誰だと思ってやがる！！！] - Simon and Kamina
"Mark my words! This drill will open a hole in the universe! And that hole will be a path for those behind us! The dreams of those who've fallen! The hopes of those who'll follow! Those two sets of dreams weave together in a double helix! Drilling a path towards tomorrow! And that's Tengen Toppa! That's Gurren Lagann!! My drill is the drill that creates the heavens!"- Simon
"Surpass the impossible and kick reason to the curb! That's the Dai-Gurren Brigade way!"
"Believe in me who believes in you." - Kamina
"Don't believe in the me who believes in you. Don't believe in the you who believes in me. Believe in the you - who believes in himself!"
Haha.. As I walk to the NCLEX testing center, this will be the song playing on my iPod lol
I'll dedicate this post to keep my favorite quotes from TTGL. I will surely look back to them in the future.
Whether it's laughable or irrational [ 無茶で無謀と笑われようと、]
This is the path that ALL great men walk! [ 維持が支えの喧嘩道！]
If there's a wall in our way, we'll destroy it! [ 壁があったら殴って壊す！]
If there's no road, we'll pave it with our own hands! [ 道がなければ、この手で作る！]
The magma in our hearts is blazing like flames! [ 心のマグマが炎と燃える！]
The perfect fusion: GURREN-LAGANN! [ 超絶合体！グレンラガン！]
Who... [ 俺を… ]
...all of you... [ 俺たちを… ]
The hell do you think we are!?! [ 誰だと思ってやがる！！！] - Simon and Kamina
"Mark my words! This drill will open a hole in the universe! And that hole will be a path for those behind us! The dreams of those who've fallen! The hopes of those who'll follow! Those two sets of dreams weave together in a double helix! Drilling a path towards tomorrow! And that's Tengen Toppa! That's Gurren Lagann!! My drill is the drill that creates the heavens!"- Simon
"Surpass the impossible and kick reason to the curb! That's the Dai-Gurren Brigade way!"
"Believe in me who believes in you." - Kamina
"Don't believe in the me who believes in you. Don't believe in the you who believes in me. Believe in the you - who believes in himself!"
Haha.. As I walk to the NCLEX testing center, this will be the song playing on my iPod lol
Monday, June 13, 2011
▶ ▷ Lazy Bum
You know when you have a big test coming up and you try every way to avoid it? Like you start doing things you never planned to do that day like cleaning your room, doing laundry or walking the dog. Well, I have been doing the same thing ever since I graduated. My licensure exam is coming up and I haven't been studying seriously. (I wonder if I will pass it -_-) I have been indulging myself in what I like to do most - NOTHING! Or in other words, watching bunch of anime and reading tons of manga.
Ongoing anime:
Deadman Wonderland
Ao no Exorcist
Fairy Tail
Hidan no Aria
Ongoing manga:
D. Gray Man
Soul Eater
Naruto Shippuden
Bleach
Kateikyoushi Hitman Reborn
Fairy Tail
Hmm.. kinda wish I was back in college pursuing a different major. I technically should only be finishing freshman year at my age. I really do not want to take this exam -_-
Ongoing anime:
Deadman Wonderland
Ao no Exorcist
Fairy Tail
Hidan no Aria
Ongoing manga:
D. Gray Man
Soul Eater
Naruto Shippuden
Bleach
Kateikyoushi Hitman Reborn
Fairy Tail
Hmm.. kinda wish I was back in college pursuing a different major. I technically should only be finishing freshman year at my age. I really do not want to take this exam -_-
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
▶ ▷ GRADUATE!
I just graduated woohoo!! I can now have the BSN title next to my name. Hopefully, I pass the NCLEX and add the RN title next to it too.
I survived even though I had some regrets. I'm happy to have graduated with honors considering I did not take nursing school seriously when I first started (as referred to my previous post). I graduated .02 away from a Magna. It is not a big of a deal but that is just a really close gap which bothers me so much. And I exactly know the classes I just brushed off *cough* Intro to Nsg and OB/Peds*cough* One class was just plain boring and the other involving kids was not my cup of tea *le sigh*
My GPA is still good for grad school I hope. The next chapter from now is passing NCLEX and getting a job. Oops no. Here's my itenerary:
I survived even though I had some regrets. I'm happy to have graduated with honors considering I did not take nursing school seriously when I first started (as referred to my previous post). I graduated .02 away from a Magna. It is not a big of a deal but that is just a really close gap which bothers me so much. And I exactly know the classes I just brushed off *cough* Intro to Nsg and OB/Peds*cough* One class was just plain boring and the other involving kids was not my cup of tea *le sigh*
My GPA is still good for grad school I hope. The next chapter from now is passing NCLEX and getting a job. Oops no. Here's my itenerary:
Pass NCLEX → Europe trip (booked!) → Get a job
Everyone could attest that jobs are a lot harder to get during this recession. Although nursing positions are starting to open up compared to 2009-2010, the job market is still tight. You either have to:
1. know someone (connections),
2. have previously worked in the hospital, or
3. just be super awesome and likeable.
Many people are stressed over the competitive job market. Luckily, I do not stress over these stuff. I know it makes me sound irresponsible, but I would like to enjoy this break from school especially that I am still young. My plan A is to get a job and I will keep applying. If I don't get a job, my plan B is to apply to grad school or do pre-med, since nursing is giving me a hard time, lol. There is a solution to everything and I always think positive. I'm just really thankful of now :)
Monday, May 2, 2011
▶ ▷ Osama Bin Laden's Death: Moral Victory
It was the night of May 1st 2011 when Obama announced the death of the most prominent terrorist leader, Osama Bin Laden. And here are my thoughts about it.
In my opinion, Osama Bin Laden's death is a moral victory, but does not equal the end of terrorism. As the leader of Al Qaeda, bin Laden's idealogies still lives on and will continue to influence terroristic groups. Jihadists already declared revenge over bin Laden's death on militant forums. One commentator name Assad al-Jihad2 stated:
"Woe to his enemies. By God, we will avenge the killing of the Sheik of Islam. Those who wish that jihad has ended or weakened, I tell them: Let us wait a little bit... The battle between us and international tyranny is long and will not be stopped by the martyrdom of our beloved one, the lion of Islam."
He further added:
"The weight of Sheik Osama is equal to that of the whole United States... Which country managed to attack the Pentagon? Which countries managed to send the most powerful country in the world into decline? The one who did that is a nation called Osama bin Laden."
Source: The Associated Press
Bin Laden is killed, but the war is not over. Although his death means there's progress and justice, I am afraid his death also invites more terrorist acts from his followers. We should take all necessary precautions and be prepared because retaliation is, without a doubt, going to happen. As a last note, salute to the Navy SEALs and all the troops.
Photos from the White House
In my opinion, Osama Bin Laden's death is a moral victory, but does not equal the end of terrorism. As the leader of Al Qaeda, bin Laden's idealogies still lives on and will continue to influence terroristic groups. Jihadists already declared revenge over bin Laden's death on militant forums. One commentator name Assad al-Jihad2 stated:
"Woe to his enemies. By God, we will avenge the killing of the Sheik of Islam. Those who wish that jihad has ended or weakened, I tell them: Let us wait a little bit... The battle between us and international tyranny is long and will not be stopped by the martyrdom of our beloved one, the lion of Islam."
He further added:
"The weight of Sheik Osama is equal to that of the whole United States... Which country managed to attack the Pentagon? Which countries managed to send the most powerful country in the world into decline? The one who did that is a nation called Osama bin Laden."
Source: The Associated Press
Bin Laden is killed, but the war is not over. Although his death means there's progress and justice, I am afraid his death also invites more terrorist acts from his followers. We should take all necessary precautions and be prepared because retaliation is, without a doubt, going to happen. As a last note, salute to the Navy SEALs and all the troops.
Photos from the White House
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