SusanJean

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1. Retractable syringe - use of

   SusanJean replied to SusanJean's topic in Career Support

   Good point, Chip. This was not brought up as an issue w/ the syringe, just the fact that it was suppose to increase safety. My concern was that they did not consistently work as they should - and to me that increases the risk of a stick. Appreciate y...

2. Retractable syringe - use of

   SusanJean replied to SusanJean's topic in Career Support

   Pipsqueak, Thanks for your reply...I will ck out the link. Seems to me that if they do not retract consistently (when they are suppose to) that removing them from the site, then retracting would be the better way to use it. Sorry to hear about your c...

3. Retractable syringe - use of

   SusanJean posted a topic in Career Support

   Is the retraction suppose to take place after the injection and the needle is removed from the pt? Or, do you retract the needle while still in the pt after the medication is delivered? My first exposure to this type of syringe was rather frustrating...

4. Drug addicted teen? Not my kid!

   SusanJean replied to Haunted's topic in General Nursing

   Have to agree this may be a possiblilty. Call the surgeon so your son can be evaluated. Hope he is feeling better soon. :balloons: SJ

5. Low BP

   SusanJean replied to Rhonda V's topic in General Nursing

   While it is unusual, it is possible. My bp tends to run on the low side and I have had readings similar to what you stated in your post - and I know this is not the norm, tho. SJ

6. Human musculature vs. the Cat

   SusanJean replied to artistnurse's topic in General Nursing

   Agree w/ above posters - let us know what you find out. And I would hit up a vet board - not that they are that familiar w/ a human body... I know the clavicle is free standing or floating - has to do w/ jumping from hts. End of my knowledge this am.

7. "VIP"s in labor

   SusanJean replied to RaeT,RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

   My good friend was in similar situation for her last delivery - dh is cardiothoracic surgeon. She registered under her maiden name so no one in his large practice would even know she was admitted. This was family time, baby time... . Only immediate ...

8. picket line

   SusanJean replied to natsangel's topic in General Nursing

   I would not let this interfere w/ my education. Interesting that your instructor gave you the option...

9. at school and need answer for question

   SusanJean replied to 46yrsbacktoschool's topic in Student Assist

   You have 2 questions here. 1. Medication may irritate the stomach if empty. Certain meds can alter the pH of the stomach. 2. Depends on the medication. Some will need an empty stomach , others need to bind w/ food to absorb. There should be a sectio...

10. at school and need answer for question

    SusanJean replied to 46yrsbacktoschool's topic in Student Assist

    You have 2 questions here. 1. Medication may irritate the stomach if empty. Certain meds can alter the pH of the stomach. 2. Depends on the medication. Some will need an empty stomach , others need to bind w/ food to absorb. There should be a sectio...

11. pelvic congestion syndrome & migraines

    SusanJean replied to seanymph's topic in General Nursing

    I have not heard of this correlation, nor was I able to find any literature on it. As a long time sufferer of migraines, I have heard more antedotes as to what causes them and what should relieve them... Mostly from people who have never had one. F...

12. health assessment male instructor - uncomfortable w/ him

    SusanJean replied to mmh_bc's topic in General Students

    We are being taught that touch is a hugh part of head-to-toe assessment - but it is done in a way to maintain pt. privacy, and we are being taught how to make the patient feel comfortable as we do this process. Our prof asks for volunteers for any de...

13. What Nursing Organizations are you in?

    SusanJean replied to sguiloff's topic in General Nursing

    At my school it is mandatory for students to join and become involved w/ the student nurses' assoc. No problem w/ that since I think we can learn about "corp. politics" in this arena. Also think professionals should be involved w/ their own organizat...

14. How do you deal with a Professor...

    SusanJean replied to RNin2007's topic in General Students

    I've had profs like this before - if I have to be in class, I take notes, even if I know the material, just to stay awake. Fortunately, I have not had one like this in nursing school.If they are tenured, there is probably little you can do about it. ...

15. Looking to relocate to wisconsin

    SusanJean replied to admorn03's topic in Wisconsin

    While I cannot address the pay in Madison, I do know that it is a wonderfully diverse city w/ lots to offer. Taxes are high in WI, but you get what you pay for - good schools, great parks, etc. I would move back to WI in a nanosecond if I could get ...