detra BSN, RN

detra has 10 years experience as a BSN, RN and specializes in Labor & Delivery, Orthopedics.

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1. What's the weirdest baby name?

   detra replied to teresab_2000's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Sharpeimom: absolutely adorable sharpei - my favorite puppy because I love their wrinkles and soft skin --- unfortunately this baby did not remind me of the puppies...... lol. Bella is just absolutely cuddley!!!! No disrespect intended.

2. Different colored scrubs for OB/LDR/Nursery for infant security

   detra posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

   Just out of curiousity; does your unit use different colored scrubs to identify OB/Nursery nurses versus the overall staff colors throughout the hospital. Our whole hospital uses a single color to identify RN in general. Our unit uses a small stork...

3. What's the weirdest baby name?

   detra replied to teresab_2000's topic in Ob/Gyn

   This was such a toss up: I have to give you my 4 favorites -- 1. Levi Toby Roosevelt Malachi (added to last name)!!! 2. Epiphany (teenage mom - not sure she knew what this meant or if she just had one literally or figuratively) 3. Nevaeh (heaven s...

4. New OB Nurses, Grads and Students, Please Feel Free to post your questions here:

   detra replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Aisha, This is so great ! I can see now how to set this up for my facility and it will be a GREAT help! I am so excited. I just passed NRP this week so hopefully things will begin to "click".... thank you so much for your help

5. Air RN

   detra replied to maxiaochen's topic in General Nursing

   This story was so inspiring to all of us nurses! You truly represent what we took our pledge for. Thank you for all that you do!

6. New OB Nurses, Grads and Students, Please Feel Free to post your questions here:

   detra replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Aisha, Can you tell me a little more about the checklist for vaginal deliveries and c-sections? I know all hospitals are different in what is required; just trying to get a better idea on how to become more organized and make sure I am thorough in m...

7. New OB Nurses, Grads and Students, Please Feel Free to post your questions here:

   detra replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Ob/Gyn

   New to the allnurses boards and I have a question: I am a new RN; OB LDR nurse (2 mos) and wondering if anyone has any advice for being able to confidently "check the patient for dilation and effacement?" I am training right now but do not always fee...

8. Sexual Abuse Enlightenment for Teen and Nurse

   detra posted a topic in General Nursing

   As I sat and talked with this teenager who had many problems including anxiety, depression, and trichotillomania (compulsive hair pulling) ... she seemed like a lost soul. She gave the dutiful answers, agreed to talk to me and talked somewhat openly ...