MDJRN

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1. ICU nurse to pt ratio "norm" on your unit?

   MDJRN replied to Natef26's topic in MICU

   It's usually 1:2 unless the patient is severely critical - then 1:1 The MICU step down unit is 1:2 as well, but they are generally the ICU overflow.

2. ETT tape - what is the best to use?

   MDJRN posted a topic in MICU

   I work in an ICU that only uses tape to secure ETT - I imagine it's more budget-related than anything because I have been reading about many devices available now to secure them. So for those that also use tape to secure an ETT, what kind have you ...

3. Neuro--tell me why you do/don't like it!!

   MDJRN replied to irishnurse68's topic in Neuro

   This thread is interesting. I have worked Medicine stepdown and ICU for 6 years so far and in January, I am moving to a Neuro ICU with some trepidation. All my career I have avoided Neuro patients, mainly because the surgeons don't have the best at...