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Old 05-03-2005, 10:29 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura\'s book

I have been working in an ICU for almost a year now. I work each day with many nurses that are CCRN's. None used Laura Gasparis "Critical Care Examination Review". I attended a 2 day CCRN review she put on. She is very inspirational. Any adivice on what I should be using to study?
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Old 05-03-2005, 03:44 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura\'s book

She was great and she teaches you exactly what you need to pass the exam. I worked in a Neuro ICU for 2 yrs and then bought her DVD set. I passed the first time and It only took me half the time they say it will.
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Old 05-03-2005, 07:33 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Re: Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura\'s book

Laura Gasparis Vonfrolio know's her stuff. I'd drop the money in a heartbeat. You can order a catalog or view her programs here:

1.800.331.6534
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Old 05-12-2005, 11:12 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Re: Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura\'s book

I studied the Core Curriculum then used her book as a 'post practice test' to see how well I learned from the Core Curriculum. It gave me confidence in what I learned, and areas I had to improve on. Passed the CCRN exam without a problem.
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Old 12-28-2006, 02:17 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Re: Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura's book

i've also been to one of her conferences-histerical lady-very motivating- thought it would be a bore but she kept me laughing and i feel i learned quite a bit too. Have not purchase her book or dvd set, but have done a lot of self study with other references - dale dubin's rapid interpretation of ekgs - is one of the best out there. Also made a lot of flash cards with rythms strips - very helpful! Bought a few other reference books but most are a too dry and informative to really get into.
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Old 12-28-2006, 04:23 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Re: Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura's book

Hi folks,

I vote for Laura. I never took her course but listened to a tape series from one of her classes. Not only was it information packed and very well organized, it was one of the most entertaining things I ever heard. You can listen to it repeatedly and get something new each time along with a good laugh. She is extremely funny and you need all of the humor you can get when preparing for the CCRN. Good luck.

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I used her tapes and book 12 years ago and passed it the first time with only 2 years ICU experience that time. Good luck.
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Re: Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura's book

I'm taking the CCRN exam this Saturday... in Baghdad, Iraq. I've viewed the 6 disc DVD CCRN Review Course several times, as well as studied via the Critical Care Examination Review book. I would have liked to studied more before this Saturday but I am at war, LOL.

Wish me much success this Saturday!
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Re: Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura's book

Good luck, and let us know how it went.....

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Re: Can I realy pass CCRN,by studying Laura's book

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Good luck, and let us know how it went.....

It was not what I expected but in all fairness maybe my head was still spinning from the travel up via helicopter, bus, and C-130, LOL.

Laura's DVDs' and book was helpful. Yet, maybe a little dated. FYI, those preparing for the exam, KNOW your cardiac meds!

I will get the results in 6-8 weeks.
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