Jackoswald

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1. Suggestion to prevent damage to lips when vomiting?

   Jackoswald posted a topic in Geriatric

   Morning all, I have a patient I'm currently looking after who is finding it almost impossible to keep a meal down, she's always nauseated and often vomits following a meal (even small, plain fare) Obviously we're trying whatever we can with antiemeti...

2. Reasons for nursing always epic?

   Jackoswald replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

   I never had a reason. I'm asked why I got into nursing quite often, and my response is always "I couldn't tell you if I wanted." Mostly: because I don't remember. I think I made a decision one night while falling asleep, and true to my stubborn natur...

3. patient confidentiality

   Jackoswald replied to lauren3333's topic in General Nursing

   I know in Australia your friend could be reported to the Nursing Board. Unaware if this is applicable where you live, but they basically inspect the allegations and can revoke her license. Know that you could ruin her life by doing this though... it ...

4. Help with "team player" skills - sarcastic new nurse needs a clue by four

   Jackoswald replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in Relations

   I'm one of those slower type of men who just don't understand sarcasm 90% of the time, and often assume people are being sincere. Unless it's blatant and obvious sarcasm, it just flies by. For me, the easiest way to notice sarcasm or a joke is if the...

5. recommend care plan books please

   Jackoswald replied to oztizz184's topic in General Nursing

   I found a book called "Lewis's Medical-Surgical Nursing" to be absolutely amazing. It taught me a lot about my care plans. Give it a look.

6. Co-Worker not smelling so good

   Jackoswald replied to RelloydRN's topic in General Nursing

   Some African cultures don't believe in perfumes and fragrances. I don't think it's a religious thing, but more a cultural one.

7. Co-Worker not smelling so good

   Jackoswald replied to RelloydRN's topic in General Nursing

   I guess it depends on how close to the coworker you are, as well. I mean, were it another guy I was at least friendly with - I would probably jokingly ask if he'd been at the gym this morning and forgotten to shower. For women, though? Well, a few y...

8. Those experienced in taking blood pressure, I'M DESPERATE!!

   Jackoswald replied to leavingthisblank's topic in General Nursing

   I often hear a heart beat when practicing on fellow students go up to 180 when I know usually have a BP of 120/60. I can also hear the heart beat down in the 20's, so you're not alone. I don't listen for what they tell us to in the text books, instea...