xxAmyxx

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1. stinking of cigarette smoke

   xxAmyxx replied to sisterfaye's topic in General Nursing

   It will be interesting when being overweight becomes looked at as a criminal act in the workplace. The 20+ pounds I see nurses carrying around is certainly an unhealthy example.

2. Okay now, why am I scared to death NOW

   xxAmyxx replied to peaceful2100's topic in General Nursing

   During my rotation through ICU we did have our own patients. Ill never forget my patient turning his head back and forth until he finally disconnected the vent (just for a second). A voice in my head said "reconnect the tube idiot." and I did everyth...

3. Nicotine in pre-employment drug screen?

   xxAmyxx replied to nervousnurse's topic in Safety

   I work 13 hour shifts and I do smoke on my designated breaks. I really dont think it's any different from the trips the other nurses take to the cafeteria during their breaks.

4. advice on nursing school please

   xxAmyxx replied to OB_or_NICU_hopeful's topic in Ob/Gyn

   As far as prereq's definitely get them out of the way first, clinical and studying for nursing classes will take all of your time. You really need a well rounded nursing experience to become a good labor and delivery first. You are going to have moms...

5. Bizarre!!

   xxAmyxx replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

   I was attempting to give an iron supplement to a sweet, but confused little old lady. She refused and started asking about her mother, who had died long ago. I re oriented her to the present and she seemed agreeable so I decided to get her to take th...

6. Grading Scale For Your Nursing Program........

   xxAmyxx replied to MQ Edna's topic in General Nursing

   I don't remember the exact scale but I do remember that a 78 was the lowest passing grade. We also had to pass the HESI test in order to graduate as well.

7. help me stop making med errors!

   xxAmyxx replied to BulkyMonster's topic in Safety

   Always always always take your MAR to the bedside. Don't open meds until you are actually placing them in the patients hand or deliver them via the route instructed. Read the meds out loud as you deliver meds straight from the MAR.I know this takes e...

8. took NCLEX rn 4 hrs ago...i think im a moron

   xxAmyxx replied to xanxdo's topic in NCLEX

   I was certain I had failed my NCLEX and fortunately I was wrong! I know this is impossible but try not to stress too much. Also, Im not sure what your state is like but in Ohio you can check license verification online at the state board of nursing w...