Fergie

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1. Code in Dialysis

   Fergie replied to Paris40's topic in Urology

   Was there a written (signed by the Dr.) no-code? In our chronic settings we have a crash cart and I always laugh at it. D50 and oxygen tubing for the most part. We do what ever we can before EMS arrives.Standing orders and policy and procedure ar...

2. Things said during a code

   Fergie replied to nialloh's topic in General Nursing

   As a dialysis nurse we stay with the patinet, if a stable run then we can read or do a quiet activity as long as we are beside them and monitoring them. Does not happen to often they are stable enough to do that.

3. permacath care

   Fergie replied to kanashe's topic in Urology

   i definitly agree with the strict aseptic technique. i have jsut seen so many other things done. i would not teach any thing but not to touch it and keep it dry and intact. how do we deal with people who use ther lines for recreational drugs? one...

4. permacath care

   Fergie replied to kanashe's topic in Urology

   I have seen many things done so the patient can shower, saran wrap, you name it. The most original was a pt who used a colostomy stoma wafer and bags so he could shower and enjoy the hot tub. Had the permcath long term and never had any adverse re...

5. Things said during a code

   Fergie replied to nialloh's topic in General Nursing

   During dialysis a lady resp. arrested so we coded her and she came back around quickly. She said, Why are all these people in here with us. I asked for a private room. The next thing she asked was why that washing machine was in her room (dialysis m...

6. IV tips and tricks

   Fergie replied to kloock's topic in Emergency

   I am shocked that the thoughts have changed on IV needle sizes. Old school maybe, I would never even consider giving blood with any thing but an 18 gauge or larger. I would like to see more studies on this. I always go for a 18 gauge, don't even c...

7. renal pts and dark liquids

   Fergie replied to milicarr's topic in Urology

   I have always understood that it was dark colored pop, the colas that were the worst due to the higher k and phosphorus as stated in the earlier post. Renal diet and usually combined with a diabetic diet does not give the patient alot of choices. Flu...

8. renal pts and dark liquids

   Fergie replied to milicarr's topic in Urology

   I have always understood that it was dark colored pop, the colas that were the worst due to the higher k and phosphorus as stated in the earlier post. Renal diet and usually combined with a diabetic diet does not give the patient alot of choices. Flu...

9. IV tips and tricks

   Fergie replied to kloock's topic in Emergency

   Do not be afraid of the needle. I was taught to go in slightly to one side of the vein.

10. IV tips and tricks

    Fergie replied to kloock's topic in Emergency

    Do not be afraid of the needle. I was taught to go in slightly to one side of the vein.

11. Ouch...Ouch...and double Ouch!!!

    Fergie replied to Deb123j's topic in General Nursing

    The shots do not hurt. The disease hurts. Just think of the days of rabies shots in the belly. Use your over the counter meds like benadryl and tynelol for the discomfort, if there is any. Be certain to ask about the shot for chicken pox if you h...

12. Ouch...Ouch...and double Ouch!!!

    Fergie replied to Deb123j's topic in General Nursing

    Look into the series of shots through the public health office where you live. (look under county offices). It is the best kept secret around. You may have to pay a nominal amount but nothing like what you were quoting. Good luck.

13. Need positive vibes!

    Fergie replied to theblondeone's topic in New Nurse

    :) You will both do fine. Just use your common sense and you knowledge base. Take a deep breath before you start. I know you can do it!!!! Let us all know.

14. Using same syringes all day

    Fergie replied to stevierae's topic in CRNA

    Just in the last year in Fremont, Ne an oncology clinic was using the same syringes. The Dr. left the United States and has charges pending. I understand the RN has lost her liscense. Many outbreaks of hepatitis and some deaths directly related to...