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I keep a timer on my WOW so that I can set it when things are hectic so I don't forget a task. I also use it for the sweet patients that are lonely and want to talk. I set it to 3 minutes before I walk in the room and when it dings I tell them I have to go check on something. They never are offended that I have to leave.
If your patient is yelling at you, FaceTiming, talking on the phone or eating a cheeseburger, they are REALLY NOT SHORT OF BREATH reguardless of what they say. Critical thinking, just say'n.
Only pick up overtime you WANT to work. Giving into the pressure to work excess amounts of overtime is a a recipe for burnout. Taking care of yourself is important for your own mental health and allows you to give better care to your patients.
If your questioning something especially a medication and you get stuck try bouncing off another nurse to see if they can help you see what your not see or your both seeing the same thing and in that case you'll have to call oncall because your patients safety comes first and you definitely don't want to give the wrong medicine or wrong dose.
Lindsayj93
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Take care of yourself first (get enough sleep, drink plenty of water, etc.) Advocate for your patient. Never be afraid or ashamed to ask questions.