OMG I was just talking about this yesterday. I can't stand it when nurses act like this. I find myself just rolling my eyes. As if they nevvvverrrrrr get annoyed when a patient acts like a horse's behind. ?
It sounds like your anxiety about making a med error is what might have led you to missing this lasix dose. Take a deep breath and relax. Going over the MAR multiple times every hour is not necessary. All this will do is make you anxious. This is a v...
Irish_Mist replied to soliantony's topic in Advanced
My first thought as well. In fact, I wonder if the patient herself would even test positive for opiates. There a so many situations of caregivers or family members taking or selling narcotics intended for the elderly patient that it makes my head spi...
Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing
I have always been opposed to bringing young children to the ICU unless it's an end of life situation. Even then, I'm not so sure it is a good idea. In addition to potentially getting sick, it has to be horrifying for a small child to see an environm...
Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing
ETA: saw your recent response to Fiona and see where you're coming from. I'm glad to know you agree that it's wrong to film the staff without asking. I personally don't see anything wrong with writing down interactions throughout the day or taking no...
Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing
I have the right to not be recorded without my consent at my place of employment. Patient's have an expectation of privacy and so do I. It's a two way street. It is totally possible for patients to advocate for evidenced based care without recording ...
Irish_Mist replied to carlarenee02's topic in Pre-Nursing
At this point in your life, do you really want to incur more debt and work a physically/mentally/emotionally demanding job?How much longer do you plan on working? If you want to work for another 15 years, sure, go back to nursing school. What kind of...
Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing
I cannot stand families with the unhealthy dynamic between adult children and parents. It's usually between a son and mom and half the time, mom answers questions for the son as he looks to her for some sort of guidance when he's asked a simple quest...
Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing
People who hound me about getting discharged the moment someone (usually a specialist who clears him/her) mentions possible discharge. Seriously, stalking me at the nurses' station or in the hallway will not speed it up. I once had to get very honest...
In general, I think it is a bad idea. If things go sour and the other party is bitter, they could throw some major accusations your way. It sounds like a great romance novel idea, but not a good idea for real life.