n87934

n87934 specializes in ER.

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1. Who's in violation of Hipaa?

   n87934 replied to tiger74's topic in General Nursing

   Read the HIPAA policy in the patient's chart. They are not all the same from one institution to another. There are numerous allowances for giving information to others. Also, check for a release of information in the chart to see if the patient's inf...

2. Fired: Practice/personality problems or politics?

   n87934 replied to JacknSweetpea's topic in General Nursing

   Drug diversion, usually pain pills, will get you fired every time.

3. Undecided about the nursing profession. Please advise.

   n87934 replied to sc0628's topic in General Nursing

   Go for it! Nursing is an extremely rewarding profession, both personally, financially, and in the sense of providing stability. No matter what job/profession you chose, you will have challenges like the ones you mentioned above, and you will have t...

4. What exactly is an Exelon patch supposed to do?

   n87934 replied to Vonique's topic in Geriatric

   An Exelon Patch is designed to make lots of profit for Novartis, the maker of Exelon.

5. thinking of a change

   n87934 replied to arnie1234's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Have you considered ICU? I've seen a lot of nurses transition from PACU to ICU after PACU burn out. The intensity is nearly the same but the pace is different and you have more continuity of care.

6. *sigh* here come the guilt trips and the nagging.. etc..

   n87934 replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

   Three things: 1) Let your husband know this, when wifey is happy, everybody's happy. 2) Do the math for your husband. You have to be saving money by not driving to work, i.e., gas, less wear and tear on the car, parking fees, less miles driven = low...

7. Help! School and work burn out, and I just started!

   n87934 replied to magn1jes's topic in General Nursing

   It sounds like you have some significant stressors on you right now and need more support than can be given here. Talk with your school's infirmary about counseling services that are available to students.

8. What area of nursing should I choose?

   n87934 replied to Destiny12's topic in General Nursing

   ER. Fast pace, never boring, challenging but not overwhelming, great team, different patients every shift (except for the frequent flyers)

9. Should I take bagels first day of work?

   n87934 replied to NanikRN's topic in General Nursing

   You never get a second chance to make a first impression. I vote to take the bagels.

10. To quote or not to quote...

    n87934 replied to themoreyouknow's topic in General Nursing

    I was taught not to document negatives about the patient in the chart because people who perceive that they are being personally attacked may get angry and be more likely to sue. I have had numerous challenges made over the years as to the necess...

11. What an evening. (kinda long)

    n87934 replied to elizabeth8503RN's topic in General Nursing

    Wow! You are a well-seasoned nurse demonstrating the great organizational skills and time management skills that come with experience.

12. A few basic questions

    n87934 replied to jew5136's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am doing a college paper on prenatal care. There are a few questions I have that I was hoping could be answered. Question: How do you follow the progress of a mother-to-be during her pregnancy? Answer: Closely Question: How do you determine a du...

13. Am I being too sensitive?

    n87934 replied to SweetNothings's topic in General Nursing

    Look her square in the eyes and with a smile and in a sing-song voice say, "Thank you, Regina" (that is if her name is not Regina) and then laugh it off with her.

14. Experienced nurses: What do student nurses do that drives you nuts?

    n87934 replied to aem31's topic in General Nursing

    Just a few things off the top of my head that makes a student nurse stand out are being on time, being appropriately attired, being courteous, having the necessary equipment, being interested but not under foot, listening well, asking questions, read...

15. Deciding Between RN vs PA.

    n87934 replied to Sped's topic in General Nursing

    Try to find both a PA and NP in your area who will meet with you and and discuss the ins and outs of their field. Offer to treat them to lunch. Also ask if it would be possible to shadow them for a day. I've worked around NP's and PA's and both field...