Good morning, and greetings from SE USA!! I just arrived home late last night. It feels good to be done...
Finals week was tiring, of course, but I had lots of fun with the exams. The material this semester was enjoyable for the most part, and I feel like I really earned some stripes. I have a few simple procedures under my belt, I know how to write prescriptions, and I'm really starting to feel like I'm gaining some workable knowledge. Here is what lies in store for us next semester:
EKG/Lab Medicine/Radiology
Patho III
Clinical Medicine III
Pharmacology II
Women's Health
History taking and Physical Exams II
History and Physical Lab
Procedures and Diagnostics II
Yep...8 classes and a total of 18 credits. Instructors have warned us that this is the most difficult semester of them all. This is when most students are lost to bad grades and poor time management. To make it through two semesters just to be kicked out seems cruel. I don't intend to be in that number. I'm not going out like that!
The detective and Linc are sleeping right now. I feel like I need something to do. It's difficult trying to relax when you've spent months in high gear, but I'm going to force myself to do it. I deserve it!
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Monday, July 19, 2010
2 Weeks
Can you believe it!?! In two weeks I'll be home with the detective and Linc. What a roller coaster this semester has been.
In 8 weeks we've plowed through medical ethical issues, learned cardio and respiratory pathophysiology, drawn each others' blood, learned ABG technique and interpretation, learned all about MS issues and how to recognize them, AND learned prescription writing for a boat load of drugs. Can life get any better? I must admit, I had a rocky start this semester due to family concerns. It's not easy being in PA school and being miles away from your family. But I chose this lot, and I wouldn't change a thing about it if given the chance to. My grades are stellar right now. Sweet!!
This week marks the last of the semester, and next week is finals week. Then, we're outta here!!! Wooooo-hooooo. Three whole weeks of bliss, peace, quiet, fun, salsa, and NO BOOKS. Well, not really. I plan on going through every single notecard that I have ever made, and brushing up on my EKG skills. It's amazing how much information you forget when you don't use it.
Talk to you all soon!
In 8 weeks we've plowed through medical ethical issues, learned cardio and respiratory pathophysiology, drawn each others' blood, learned ABG technique and interpretation, learned all about MS issues and how to recognize them, AND learned prescription writing for a boat load of drugs. Can life get any better? I must admit, I had a rocky start this semester due to family concerns. It's not easy being in PA school and being miles away from your family. But I chose this lot, and I wouldn't change a thing about it if given the chance to. My grades are stellar right now. Sweet!!
This week marks the last of the semester, and next week is finals week. Then, we're outta here!!! Wooooo-hooooo. Three whole weeks of bliss, peace, quiet, fun, salsa, and NO BOOKS. Well, not really. I plan on going through every single notecard that I have ever made, and brushing up on my EKG skills. It's amazing how much information you forget when you don't use it.
Talk to you all soon!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Go SLP, it's your birthday...Go SLP, it's your birthday...
Yep! The big day is right around the corner. This birthday marks a time in my life where are components have come together! It feels good to know that I'm on the right track in life, doing the things that I love doing, meeting wonderful people, and doing amazing things! I can honestly look back over my life and say I have no regrets. The good, the bad, and the downright horrendous events of my life have all made me who I am and what I am. And I love who I am and what I stand for. And most importantly, I love where I am headed!
The better it gets, the better it gets!
The better it gets, the better it gets!
Hellooooo..... anybody home?
Yes, I'm still here, and no, I'm not ignoring you. Do I really need to explain? Probably not. You all understand, I'm sure!
So, we just wrapped up a hellish week of tests and practical exams. Funny thing is, during my ABG practical, while trying to take the cap off of the needle, the entire needle came flying out. My hands were shaking so badly, I could barely put the needle back onto the syringe. I couldn't help but laugh to myself...and laugh out loud as I walked out of the testing site. You would think that with all my years of performing I wouldn't have a nervous bone left in my body. Yeah right!
Last week, in comparison to the week before, was a great success. There wasn't one exam I walked out of where I felt that nasty, hollow pit in my stomach. The exams were challenging, but I prepared well, and I trust I did well. There's nothing like a difficult Patho exam to cheer me up and make me feel smart! I must admit, I'm growing weary. The summer semesters go very quickly and material is thrown at you at lightning speed. It's ok! In three short weeks, I'll be home on summer break!
It looks like my break is already booked up! I'm traveling to Mississippi for a few days with the family, and then Linc, the detective and I are planning a mountain retreat for a week or so. I can't think of anything better than waking up early just to catch the sunrise; having breakfast on the patio; breathing in that crisp, clean mountain air, and hiking with my two favorite people (yes, my dog is a person, too) in the world.
Until then, it's back to the books.
So, we just wrapped up a hellish week of tests and practical exams. Funny thing is, during my ABG practical, while trying to take the cap off of the needle, the entire needle came flying out. My hands were shaking so badly, I could barely put the needle back onto the syringe. I couldn't help but laugh to myself...and laugh out loud as I walked out of the testing site. You would think that with all my years of performing I wouldn't have a nervous bone left in my body. Yeah right!
Last week, in comparison to the week before, was a great success. There wasn't one exam I walked out of where I felt that nasty, hollow pit in my stomach. The exams were challenging, but I prepared well, and I trust I did well. There's nothing like a difficult Patho exam to cheer me up and make me feel smart! I must admit, I'm growing weary. The summer semesters go very quickly and material is thrown at you at lightning speed. It's ok! In three short weeks, I'll be home on summer break!
It looks like my break is already booked up! I'm traveling to Mississippi for a few days with the family, and then Linc, the detective and I are planning a mountain retreat for a week or so. I can't think of anything better than waking up early just to catch the sunrise; having breakfast on the patio; breathing in that crisp, clean mountain air, and hiking with my two favorite people (yes, my dog is a person, too) in the world.
Until then, it's back to the books.
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