johnr1953

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1. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

   johnr1953 replied to Trixxy's topic in Humor

   NEVER use a power stapler to upholster a wooden stool, utilizing your scrotum as the uphostery material... (36 staples, firmly embedded... Yes, he was admitted to the psych ward after the doctor spent almost 3 hours carefully removing all of the sta...

2. Nurse Bully?

   johnr1953 replied to Butternut's topic in General Nursing

   I've dealt with MANY personnel over the years that think that this behavior is perfectly appropriate. IT's NOT!!! Why? Because it sets the work tone for the entire staff, for the entire unit, and the entire shift IF it's allowed to continue. It de...

3. Any tips for starting IVs?

   johnr1953 replied to nurse_wannabe's topic in General Nursing

   I read most of the "tips" given in this thread - and have seen some excellent advice. The BEST advice I can give (after 22+ years working Critical Care) is to learn to assess the site by FEEL, not by SIGHT. Attempting IV insertion by SIGHT serious...