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  1. Nursing Dose

    I know this is an old thread, but I'd just like to comment. I understand wanting to always follow the doctor's orders, but there are certain situations in which there isn't time to wait for a new order. Susie2310, sometimes you have no choice but t...
  2. What's Rude?

    What's rude is nurses who make fun of patient's bodies. It is cruel and distasteful. I don't want to hear you criticize someone for the size of their genitals, the shape of their nipples, or anything of this sort. I would never want a loved one to...
  3. Interpersonal skills during a code

    No, this is not an essay question. I was just curious what people's thoughts are on this.
  4. Interpersonal skills during a code

    Regarding interpersonal skills during a code situation, what are your thoughts/opinions on this issue? - What interpersonal skills do you think help or hinder a code? - Do you think respecting your colleagues is important? Why? - Do you think your un...
  5. I wish I could handle difficult people by being more assertive rather than emotional. Sometimes I just have to shut my mouth because I feel tears welling up inside and don't want other people to see that. But then I get trampled on by bullies/peopl...
  6. Feeling like a terrible nurse

    Thanks for this information. Do you know of any really good resources on CVADs?.. There are so many types and I'm often confused about them... Yes, I assessed the site and checked for blood return. I also tried to get more information from the phys...
  7. Feeling like a terrible nurse

    Thanks for your response. It has really helped me put things in perspective and create something positive out of the situation. I will definitely find the answer and add it to my knowledge base. Also, I am looking forward to trying your technique ...
  8. Feeling like a terrible nurse

    HeySis, thanks for the encouragement. The problem is I'm not a new grad. I've been working for 3 years as an RN. I don't have this problem on every shift, but it happens once in awhile... There's no excuses for it. I should have asked the cath la...
  9. Feeling like a terrible nurse

    At times, I feel worried about my ability to perform adequately in this profession. Patient was admitted from the cath lab. I was confused with the access site description. There was a single lumen central line at the access site, and I had never ...
  10. CCRN Resources giving different answers!

    For the following basic question, elite reviews and Barron's are giving different answers: What vent settings would be important to have for a patient with asthma? - Elite reviews: "a longer inspiratory time" or an "inverse I:E ratio" to keep the alv...
  11. Heparin Drip

    When your patient is on a heparin drip, and aPTT comes back at say 45 and you need to give a bolus... Do you think it's reasonable to bolus at a Y site closest to the patient? Or do you disconnect and bolus directly into the vein? After bolusing at...
  12. what to expect during a buddy shift?

    Thanks for the heads up!! I will try to enjoy the learning process and realize that things will be easier when I start out on my own.
  13. what to expect during a buddy shift?

    Thanks for your advice mbrookeRN. My experience in the ICU is minimal - less than 6 months, and I received very little orientation at my most recent position. I will definitely use my preceptor and try to benefit from her knowledge and experienc...
  14. what to expect during a buddy shift?

    I tried to do a search on this topic but was not able to find an answer, so I decided to post the question myself... I'm starting a new position in a MICU with a 3 month orientation. I'm just wondering what I should expect for my first buddy shift...
  15. Intubation - confused about orders

    In shift change at the start of my shift, I was told that the patient refused to wear the BiPAP because it was really uncomfortable... I'm not sure why he was okay with the non-rebreather.... I really think this patient's pulse oximetry must have ...