kae rn

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1. Do you ever think about going to medical school?

   kae rn replied to Michelle123's topic in General Nursing

   I did think about it when I was in nursing school, but quickly had a family and had to change my thought. Now 17 years later, no and never would I want to be a doctor. They deal with way too much! I would prefer to be their eyes and ears.

2. Hat's off to Londoners!

   kae rn replied to 1Tulip's topic in General Nursing

   I think the rescue workers and health care workers did an awesome job. From what I saw on TV, everything looked so well controlled in getting everyone help. I found it very admirable of the Britts, hats off to them, as well as prayers for the wound...

3. Should there be a limit on trying to pass NCLEX?

   kae rn replied to 2ndCareerRN's topic in General Nursing

   I think there should be a limit. But only what is fair to those who are poor test takers--maybe 4-5 times with interventions available. I feel badly for those who have troubles passing, but in nursing we need people who know their stuff. In my sta...

4. Advice on hip surgery

   kae rn replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

   Hope your mother does well. As for the diabetes, and high blood pressure--both are pretty common and should be handled fairly well. My biggest concern is regarding blood clots. Take leg measurements fairly post-op, on both legs. Make lines with p...

5. Saw something that broke my heart

   kae rn replied to webblarsk's topic in General Nursing

   It was so nice that you were there for him. I think that is what nursing is all about. Everyone is special and deserves a little compassion. As for the mom, I will share something once told me. I worked with severely handicapped children in a LT...

6. SCD's and TED hose

   kae rn replied to arkierns's topic in General Nursing

   I work at a rehab facility. We use SCD's at night and TEDS during the day while they are at therapy. Shoes are mandatory, or slipper socks to prevent falls. The TEDS are stocked on the unit and easy to comply with. The SCD's come from central sup...

7. Snow emergency excuse?

   kae rn replied to BeenThereDoneThat74's topic in General Nursing

   I think it is great that you respond, snow doesn't get these responses. People just don't answer their phones if you call,.....Maybe there should be a better snow policy, like you should call in during a Level 2 emergency or ......

8. Snow emergency excuse?

   kae rn replied to BeenThereDoneThat74's topic in General Nursing

   I agree with you all. Plan ahead!! I live very close to where I work and I am always there. I would welcome fellow nurses to stay at my house, but of course no one plans on it (It is easier to call off). They just plan on me being there and takin...

9. I'm at a loss...4-year-old on nectar thick fluids

   kae rn replied to lovingtheunloved's topic in General Nursing

   We use a product called simply thick. Pts seem to tolerate it well, doesn't change the flavor, and comes in convenient little packages. The website is http://www.simplythick.com if you have any particular questions. k

10. really worried........

    kae rn replied to uk_nurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

    As for the position of your baby, don't worry too much. It may be a little painful for delivery, but my "sunny side up" child (of my four deliveries) is still a pleasant "sunny side up" kid. Wouldn't trade him for anything. All the rest of them t...

11. Have you guys had to do ABs?

    kae rn replied to pebbles1977's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I admire all of those who do this, knowing it istn't "right". 3/4ths of my pregnancies weren't planned, but they are all good kids. Couldn't imagine dealing with this on a daily basis.

12. Owww! She bit me!

    kae rn replied to V. Nightingale's topic in Emergency

    Haven't been assaulted recently. But work in rehab, and have learned to keep myself in between the door and the (TBI)patient. Have thrived on being athletic, and it sure pays off. By the way, I am not very young--37--just experienced.

13. Difficult resident

    kae rn replied to dekatn's topic in Geriatric

    Depends if she is competent or not. If she is competent, she has the right to refuse. Go ahead and chart it as such. If she isn't, then hide them. If it becomes a really big problem--such as blood pressure meds, heart meds,.... then whoever is de...

14. strangled by ETOH pt (long rant)

    kae rn replied to hock1's topic in General Nursing

    I deal with this kind of patient frequently in rehab, not drug/alchol rehab, physical rehab. Medicate as soon as it is safe. Always be between the patient and the door. Yell really loud if needed. Usually I can talk a patient down, lots of psych ...

15. Need feedback on OSU Medical Center opportunities.

    kae rn replied to Thunderwolf's topic in Career Support

    Thunderwolf, I happen to work at the OSU Med Center, and sent you a message. Good luck with your decision.