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Any quick advice on a VAC pump...never used one before & I'm a little scared!! Just started on a new med-surg floor myself. Thanks anyone!!!

Kind of new to this site...how do I find this "sticky" to read the info. :yldhdbng:

Thanks for the info.

I would do the LPN route as well. Just in case u have to change jobs/locations/etc., you'll have this. Once u get this, start right away on your RN degree. Just a thought. :twocents:

I have a pair of K-swiss walkers that I put gel soles in. Even bought the $100 pair of Dansko clogs....still makes my foot hurt underneath the arch after a 16 hour shift!!!! WASTE OF MONEY!

Are you in the EC program or are you in a traditional program? I'm currently enrolled in a Comm. College taking pre-reqs and statistics is req'd and I am really terrified to take it.

Thanks so much...I was wondering why I couldn't see this option.

I was just wondering if u could tell me what exactly the CPNE's including when u had to do yours. I understand it's like 3 days of this, is this correct? Thanks for info is appreciated.

Thanks, I'll do that. I live in Louisiana....but, I'm scared that I'll start this program and before I can finish w/ it, our state will not accept it anymore. I'm currently taking pre-reqs @ a...

Maybe a ditto response...Thanks for info..What exactly if you recall did u have to do for your CPNE's?

Thanks for the info....What exactly if you recall did the CPNE's include doing?

I'm an LPN in LA considering starting w/ Excelsior for my RN degree. Can anyone out there tell me about the clinicals to pass? I know u usually have to go to another state to do them, but are they...

Thanks so much for ya'll's replies on assessing edema. It will help a bunch.:typing

Could someone in an easy way tell me exactly what 1+,2+,3+, etc. edema means? :typing

I'm sorry I can't help u w/ ur ? re: GA's laws, but I had a question about EC if u don't mind. What did u have to do with the clinical part to pass. I'm currently an LPN going to a traditional...

The med was to help her sleep, but the POA stated when she took it in the hospital prior to her coming into the LTCF, it caused extreme agitation and sleeplessness. She stated the nurses did hold it...

No, this patient is 91 years old and she has Alzheimer's.:typing

I have a question regarding is it legal to withhold a patient's medication if the patient has Alzheimer's, dementia, etc., if the POA requests to do so? I know u have to check w/ the MD, but if u...