davidthenurse

davidthenurse

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About davidthenurse

Hi, I am Division 2 RN (Medication Endorsed) from Australia

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  1. Hi, just a question on MESs of PIH patients

    No problems, and you're more than welcome !
  2. Hi, just a question on MESs of PIH patients

    Is you research in the MIMs (the drug Bible used here in Australia), Lasix must NOT be given during pregnancy unless it is absolutely necessary. If treatment with Lasix is to be used during pregnancy, then fetal growth has to be closely monitored. A...
  3. In Need Of Help For School

    Hi, Thanks for your question ! Would you mind expanding a bit more, and perhaps giving a few more details? I think maybe you haven't received any answers yet because your question needs to be clarified. When you mention "school", I assume you are r...
  4. Pain is not a "vital sign"

    I agree !!
  5. Hazards in the Field of Nursing

    Thanks so much for sharing your story!! Your story is NOT boring at all, in fact, its very powerful to the point that it brings to thought my own nursing career - eg. being strict in following hygiene principles to the "T". I am only a new nurse, a...
  6. Does god make mistakes?

    Its wonderful to see that there are people out there who are willing to acknowledge God in everything, esp. human life. Sadly, here in Australia, this acknowledgment is rarely seen. But yes, I thoroughly agree - we don't have the right to say whethe...
  7. Just Venting: PCA with an Attitude!

    hmmm, three things that stand out to me: Maybe its just her - her personality. Maybe she was under a lot of stress from work, and its flowing over to her communication skills with patients and others. ............and maybe its one of those days that...
  8. Use some class/compassion

    sure can !! ......if i "google" it !! just jokin', caz i actually knew how its spelt anyway - i'm a pianist, and have been playing for nearly 19 years now (and did a degree in music too). i just couldn't resist missing an opportunity to comment on...
  9. Use some class/compassion

    On a serious tone, yes, I thoroughly agree -- comments should be supportive, encouraging, gentle, and in a caring manner. If something needs to be rebuked or pointed out, then do it in a kind manner !! ......Remember, nurses work as a team, right? ...
  10. Use some class/compassion

    better smacked with a fish.....:trout:....., than being stabbed in the back.....:smiley_ab......, or knocked over the head.......:lol_hitti..........haha !!!! (I just couldn't resist it !!!)
  11. Confessions of a 30-Something RN Grad

    hi epona, i read your post, and i sincerely wish you the very best with your nclex coming up in the next weeks. i'm from australia, but i understand that it's one of those things that is quite stressful, but its the doorway to a new change!!! stay p...
  12. Hi, I was discussing with my teacher about a pt. scenario. The patient was involved in a road accident. To keep it short, there were major head injuries, including internal head injuries, and hence high intracranial pressure (which would require a cr...
  13. What factors are important when nursing someone with depression

    thanks countyrat, for your help and encouragement. i am really enjoying nursing, and its great to have the support of other colleague like you and everyone else on this forum !! it's the true element of teamwork support !! :icon_hug: thanks too, k...
  14. What factors are important when nursing someone with depression

    Very true !! When I think back about my placements I remember that I actually went through a "mini mental-analysis" with each of my patients whilst I care for them - of course not being obvious, but purely by observations and general questions! But ...
  15. What to Say When Caught Sleeping

    "shhh.... don't interrupt me! I am trying to recall the day's events so I can write up my patient notes!!" (in deep thought with your eyes closed :thnkg:)