jstbreathe

jstbreathe

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About jstbreathe

jstbreathe has 8 years experience and specializes in ER, ICU,.


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  1. Nebulizer treatment

    We had an OB MD order oral Albuterol to be nebulized. And....the RT did it!!!!!! I imagine it didn't nebulize though. Probably just bubbled a bit. LOL. Another MD that used to be an RT said, it had no effect on pt. Didn't help or hurt. LOLOLOL:uhoh3...
  2. trach care question

    I always wear regular gloves under my sterile gloves. When I am finished being sterile, I just take off the top layer of gloves. Then, I have clean DRY gloves. Hope that helps.
  3. Respiratory therapist Vs Nurses

    CardiacRN, I chose a different field than you, sorry?! I was just answering the OP. I personally think I have a GREAT job! Sorry if you don't agree. PLEASE!!!!
  4. Respiratory Therapist?

    As far as care plans, Yes, you will be expected to do a few while in school. I also did a few oral reports. Test? refer to cardiowheezer's post! also check out nbrc.org
  5. Nitro & SOB

    I think the RN did the right thing! Add lasix and bipap! Next time ask EMT to explain.
  6. Respiratory therapist Vs Nurses

    Hmm. Since this is a nursing site, I do expect you to get anti Respiratory Therapy responses. I am a Registered Respiratory Therapist. I love it! Responsibilities don't include: cleaning poop, cleaning vomit, dressing changes, inserting foleys, bath...
  7. I think that is a great story! BUT,,, I am sure you came across a Respiratory Therapist some time in your hospital visit! Don't leave us out!
  8. Stupid question...

    cancer
  9. Resident sexual rights

    OMG! I cannot believe this!! I have walked in on pts (pedi) parents having sex before. There were young, and didn't stop when I came in. I just stood with my back to them the whole time. Yes, they knew I was coming in, and said "come in" when I knock...
  10. How do you work with the "SUPERNURSE"!!!

    """ Of course, the next night RT caught her after she turned a vent off on a CPAP pt. who was trached. It had been alarming while she was suctioning, and in her arrogance she turned it off, never dreaming she'd forget to turn it back on. We kept mum,...
  11. Buy one! Talk with your insurance company!!
  12. Respiratory Therapist?

    Thanks CardioWheezer! I agree it a very rewarding career! :yeah::yeah:
  13. Respiratory Therapist?

    I am a Respiratory Therapist! I love it! Where I live, the school is a semester longer than ADN. Prereqs are the same. A&P 1 & 2, micro, chemistry etc. The pay...is not bad! About $55,000. a year. Job outlook is good. But, in the hospital. M...
  14. Customer Service, Very Busy Day

    Wash his lips for him? OMG!!!
  15. Strangest thing ever said to you by another professional.

    Just this weekend...I suggested to the RN that the pt ,that was just transfered from unit that day, needed his order of lasix started. She told me the pt didn't have an NG tube so he couldn't have the lasix!!! (he had multiple IV's) And, he went back...