Rachel2004RN

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1. Reglan Reaction?

   Rachel2004RN replied to Rachel2004RN's topic in General Nursing

   Hi all- Came across this old post and realized I never filled you in......(someone asked for info if I got it). They DID chalk this patient's symptoms up to the Reglan...all other tests came back normal and I guess they must have felt it was too cooi...

2. I love where I work because...

   Rachel2004RN replied to fromTeacher2Nurse's topic in General Nursing

   My co-workers. I'm a new RN, been at the job just over 4 months & I'm just now starting to feel comfortable in my surroundings. For the most part I work with an awesome group of people who have been relentlessly patient and supportive throughout ...

3. Why be a CNA?

   Rachel2004RN replied to lovingtheunloved's topic in Geriatric

   Gosh....that's my essay! It made my night to know it touched you enough to want to pass it along. I wrote it a few years ago, while I was working as a CNA. I'm a new RN, but still feel the same about the work CNA's do. A good CNA is such a blessing t...

4. Is This Illegal?

   Rachel2004RN replied to HannahRN24's topic in Geriatric

   Lousy leadership here......makes me wonder how common practices like you describe are in health care facilities. Sounds like your management team could write a book on "50 Ways to Lose Your Nursing Lisence".

5. Is This Illegal?

   Rachel2004RN replied to HannahRN24's topic in Geriatric

   Not only is this illegal but also dishonest and sneaky on the part of administration. Do not under any circumstances do this!!! Not only is it wrong from an ethical standpoint, it also compromises care and places the patients in jeapordy...if you clo...

6. Which review reflects NCLEX?

   Rachel2004RN replied to ZZTopRN's topic in NCLEX

   Hi I took and passed the NCLEX-RN in August and personally I thought my questions most closely resembled the Kaplan practice questions. But I think it's good to practice using a few different resources. Helps the info stick better, and you might reco...

7. Anyone attend Brockton Hosp Sch of Nur?

   Rachel2004RN replied to Boston-RN's topic in Massachusetts

   Hi- I graduated from Quincy's full-time RN program this past May. Yes, you have to finish prereq's before applying (and take a not-so-easy entrance exam). One thing to consider is that applying as soon as your able and waiting until '06 to start the ...

8. Help with "Bait & Switch" tactics at new job

   Rachel2004RN replied to TennNurse's topic in General Nursing

   Run fast and far and don't look back......

9. Reglan Reaction?

   Rachel2004RN replied to Rachel2004RN's topic in General Nursing

   Hi everyone- Thanks so much for all of your replies, I appreciate your input. I will let you know if I hear anything this week regarding the cause of the patient's symptoms. Have a good one! Rachel

10. copper kettle equation

    Rachel2004RN replied to versatile_kat's topic in CRNA

    Good grief :uhoh21: .......this post just singlehandedly ruled out anesthesia of any sort as a specialty for me and guaranteed I will avoid all physics classes like the plague.........LOL......Kudos to anyone who understands this stuff.....

11. Reglan Reaction?

    Rachel2004RN replied to Rachel2004RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hi- Thanks for the response.... The Reglan was d/c'd immediately for this patient, too, and from listening to the PA & MD talk they suspected her symptoms were due to the med, but I left not knowing for sure. I'm just glad she bounced back. She's...

12. Reglan Reaction?

    Rachel2004RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi all- I had a scary experience with one of my patients yesterday. She was given a new order for Reglan 5mg via GT to try to ease her never-ending GI problems. (daily upset stomach, frequent constipation issues despite bowel meds). She is vented and...

13. Nurses leaving in droves...

    Rachel2004RN replied to Trauma-tizedRN's topic in General Nursing

    I just wanted to thank everyone who has posted input on this thread. It really helps to know I am not alone in the way I am feeling, and that others can relate. I'd worry if I WERE the only one feeling this way.......at least I know the problems and ...

14. Nurses leaving in droves...

    Rachel2004RN replied to Trauma-tizedRN's topic in General Nursing

    I haven't had a morning break in weeks.....it's impossible because by the time I actually get my 8am meds out they run into the 10's and it starts all over again....by the time I get through the 10's I have to wash up my 2 patients in between answeri...

15. Nurses leaving in droves...

    Rachel2004RN replied to Trauma-tizedRN's topic in General Nursing

    You just hit the nail on the head.