Algardner76

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1. Learn To Say It Correctly!!

   Algardner76 replied to SheriLynnRN's topic in General Nursing

   I love this forum! It must be a nursing thing, however I will admit there are somethings that I am unsure of the correct pronunciation. Like duodenum. Is is doo odd eh num> or due oh dee num? I've heard it both ways. I'm with the person who said ...

2. I'm a graduating nursing student...and I know NOTHING!!!!

   Algardner76 replied to lostinreality's topic in General Nursing

   Hang in there. Looking back, I was scared spitless as well! I remember wishing I could have a preceptor hold my hand for a few more months after graduation, however, I made it through just fine! You will make mistakes, you will not know everything ...

3. Post clincal conference topic ideas

   Algardner76 replied to vickie0117's topic in Educators

   Hello to my nursing commrades! I am a second year, 4th quarter clinical instructor and am looking for post conference ideas that will not put the students to sleep. I am looking for fun, interactive, even kooky ideas are very welcomed. Perhaps it ...

4. Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

   Algardner76 replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Relations

   Ahhh. The sarcasm of "seasoned" nurses! My personal favoritefrom beligerent and usually drunk patients (when I used to work ICU)..."You're trying to kill me!"....my response was always "You're not going to die on my shift. I don't want to do any mor...