NurseHotFlash

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  1. Sepsis

    Sepsis protocol mandated a 3L bolus, be given to pt who had high temp, and tachycardia. His BP was WNL. Developed pulmonary edema and had to be intubated. Wondering if too much fluid was given. What do y'all think?
  2. Certifications, CCRN, PCRN or FLUNKY

    Thanks for the advice. You are right!
  3. How to deal with some of the staff?

    Don't let them get to you! You can't change those type of folks. It sounds like you have a good situation overall. You can't fix others, but you can control your response to them. Just focus on the good people, and say a prayer for those who fall...
  4. Need help from you my fellow nurses..

    I haven't been an LPN, so I can't tell you much about that subject. If there is anyway to skip LPN and go ahead and get your RN I think you would be better off. Not many people hiring LPNs these days.
  5. looking for something new -- need advice

    Look into being a sales rep for either pharma or equipment. You have a lot more freedom, and probably more money also.
  6. TOTALLY BUMMED

    Hang in there! Be sure that your total debt each month is a little bit less than the month before. Set a goal as to how much you can pay down debt each time you get a check. Use coupons, and be sure everything you buy is a necessity. You can do t...
  7. Better to Resign, or be Terminated?

    I think I would resign from a place that put me on suspension for minor mistakes! Nursing can be brutal, and I think they are trying to tell you something. Better to leave on your own terms, but I would certainly be looking for another position in ...
  8. im hating nursing rn

    My hospital is always looking for people to work nights, and I think most hospitals are the same. Maybe you should apply and underline "Willing to work nights!"
  9. Certifications, CCRN, PCRN or FLUNKY

    I am being encouraged to get a nursing certification. My director has a goal to get a certain number of nurses "certified". I can push to take the CCRN, which I barely qualify for, or I can take the PCRN. I am currently working in a progressive ca...
  10. CVICU - Eating their young

    Thanks for the advice guys! I will keep asking questions, and will not risk my patient's over pride!
  11. CVICU - Eating their young

    Excellent advice amzyRN! Thanks for your thoughtful response!
  12. CVICU - Eating their young

    I am new to CVICU and am trying to learn, but when I ask questions some of the experienced nurses roll their eyes and give condescending answers. Then they complain to the charge nurse about how little I know. That makes me not want to ask question...
  13. Personality At Work vs. At Home

    I am just the same.
  14. June 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    It's just another accommodation for the morbidly obese.
  15. Fresh Heart Training

    I am new to CVICU and have been taking step down patients, trying to get my feet wet. It is coming up on 6 months, and I am supposed to start taking fresh hearts soon. I have tried studying meds, machines, intrepretations, etc. I feel overwhelmed....