snizzlenort

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1. Pulling meds early?

   snizzlenort replied to snizzlenort's topic in General Nursing

   They do give analgesics and anti emetics, but patients sometimes have pain or PONV regardless. Hypertension is rarely an issue, and generally speaking, our anesthesia department does a great job. Some patients have a history of chronic pain, so the...

2. Pulling meds early?

   snizzlenort posted a topic in General Nursing

   I work in PACU, and frequently have been pulling meds before or very shortly after a patient lands. Generally, I pull oxycodone, acetaminophen, dilaudid, fentanyl, and zofran for almost every patient. If it's ordered or I think I'm likely to need it,...

3. Any info on Roanoke/Salem???

   snizzlenort replied to heartrn123's topic in Virginia

   I don't want to claim to be an expert in the matter- I've lived in the area for about 2 years now, but I'll gladly tell you what I know. There are mainly two choices here- either Carilion or HCA. Carilion runs most of the area hospitals- Roanoke Co...