after53

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1. menopause twice in life??

   after53 posted a topic in Stress 101

   Hi.I have learned if you want facts you ask nurses.I need some feedback,maybe help me research the answer to this.At the age of 40(gotta love mother nature's humor),I started struggling with endometriosis pain.It was extensive enough to do the laparo...

2. CNA or EMT?

   after53 replied to jphume's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I work with several rn/paramedics and like any other job some carry over the transition bettter than others.Prehospital care will expose you to a wide variety of chief complaints,sort of melting pot of nursing practicums.If nursing is really your goa...

3. Why can't doctors just "TELL" their patients the TRUTH!?!

   after53 replied to MrsStraty's topic in Oncology

   Hello, All of us have encountered what we viewed as false hope in a pt,but your personal experiences may take on more meaning if you can support the dignity of that pt you felt is being misled.Be proud that you advocate for famliy visitors and pain c...