NorthpoleRN

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1. What have I gotten myself into!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

   NorthpoleRN replied to lmc512's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Hang in there! I totally understand what you mean. I went thru the same thing when I started L&D a almost 2yrs ago. I was very excited to start working here, but I didn't understand a lot of the risks that come with this territory. I remember fee...

2. Question about FFP transfusion

   NorthpoleRN replied to astnm's topic in General Nursing

   FFP is a blood product and should be treated as blood. At my facility we use the blood tubing and also have NS piggy backed to it. I would definately ask someone who might know the policies in your facility. They may need to write one up if they don'...

3. loss of confidence

   NorthpoleRN replied to scrubnurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I'm glad to hear that you didn't apply for that nursing home position. I know how you felt. I've done that before. Shortly after I got off orientation I told a pt that she was complete. We called the MD and got set up for delivery. He comes in and th...

4. Frequency in changing trach inner cannulas..

   NorthpoleRN replied to Pheebz777's topic in General Nursing

   In my facility we change q24 hrs, but clean q8rs and PRN (depending on the type of cannula).

5. Crepitus

   NorthpoleRN replied to NJNursing's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you for sharing with us! It's been interesting to see how everyone has responded. I hope you don't stress out about this. It's a great learning experience for all of us. I'm glad your facility decided to do and inservice that you found helpful...

6. Crepitus

   NorthpoleRN replied to NJNursing's topic in General Nursing

   My understanding of crepitus in this pt is that he had crackles in the lungs due to all the fluid accumulation. Did anyone listen to his lungs? I don't believe you are at fault. You did not D'C the suction. You simply followed the orders.

7. PITA ED patients - how to handle?

   NorthpoleRN replied to kmoonshine's topic in Emergency

   Your frustrations are totally normal! Sometimes I wonder why in the world I do what I do??? We are in a stressful and a challenging profession, but very rewarding. I know no one can pay us enough for what we do or go through. I noticed you mentione...

8. Crash Cart

   NorthpoleRN replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

   It would be a scary thing to not have a code cart ready when you need it. I certainly hope this doesn't happen often anywhere! At my facility, usually the charge nurse is responsible at the beginning of each shift to make sure the cart is ready. Any ...

9. Things you wish you could say to your co-workers...

   NorthpoleRN replied to nurse4theplanet's topic in Relations

   It's pretty annoying and I would definately say something. There's a time and a place for everything.

10. RN from h#ll

    NorthpoleRN replied to bshaw96's topic in Geriatric

    It's a shame that this happens.

11. Med Surg right after graduation?

    NorthpoleRN replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Nursing

    I highly encourage med-surg experience before specializing in a specific unit. It not only helps you connect everything you have learned in nursing school, but also helps build your skills in many different levels. I worked med-surg/Oncology for 2yr...

12. I just have to share this!!

    NorthpoleRN replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    That was hilarious!!! LOL:lol2: