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1. Heparin Inj

   nsgstudent007 replied to luckygirl131's topic in Student Assist

   aside from the facts listed above, it has been my understanding that heparin injections are given in the abdomen to reduce bruising. giving the injection in the arm or various other sites used for subcutaneous injections are more susceptible to bumpi...

2. Management for AMI patient

   nsgstudent007 replied to datamini's topic in Student Assist

   I have always been taught to use the acronym M.O.N.A. for management of Acute Myocardial Infarctions. M- Morphine O- Oxygen N- Nitroglycerine A- Aspirin 80 mg for preventative anticoagulant effect.

3. Nursing Diagnosis Help

   nsgstudent007 posted a topic in Student Assist

   I am having trouble coming up with nursing diagnosis for a patient that is 1 week post-op from a by pass graft femoral femoral crossover. Thanks!

4. Pedal Pulse

   nsgstudent007 posted a topic in Student Assist

   Just looking for some tips in regards to assessing the pedal pulse. I have a very difficult time finding it on pts. I normally have to use the doppler, but the nurse seems to get it every time with out. Any suggestions?

5. First day of clinicals

   nsgstudent007 replied to nurse2btracy's topic in General Students

   My first day of clinical went very well. I had 4 patients to care for (vitals, bed making, bathing, etc.) I also took out a foley and did a fleet enema. I also observed the insertion of a NG tube. The day went by fast and was not as bad as I thought ...

6. does anybody know about nursing in Canada

   nsgstudent007 replied to kitty catt's topic in General Students

   Hello, I'm not sure that I have the exact answer to your question, but I can definitely guide you in the right direction. You may find answers to your questions on the College or Nurses of Ontario website - www.cno.org or you can try the Registered N...

7. Taking Blood Pressures

   nsgstudent007 posted a topic in Student Assist

   I am having trouble finding the brachial artery when taking a blood pressure. Any tips? When I do find it, I find it difficult to hear with the stethoscope. Maybe i'm not sure what I'm looking to hear. Any suggestions?

8. Professionalism in Nursing

   nsgstudent007 replied to nsgstudent007's topic in General Students

   Basically, As a student nurse, how would you display professionalism? On the lines of behaviour, actions, communication etc.

9. Nurses Make a Difference

   nsgstudent007 posted a topic in General Students

   In what ways do you feel nurses can make a difference?

10. HELP!! scholarly articles & professionalism in nursing

    nsgstudent007 replied to nrsmela's topic in Student Assist

    Try the Ovid nursing data base. I'm in the same predicament as you it seems.

11. Professionalism in Nursing

    nsgstudent007 posted a topic in General Students

    I'm working on my term paper and need a little help. I was requried to interview an RN, which I did, but I left out one thing. What do you consider professional nursing to be?

12. Failing First Year Clinical

    nsgstudent007 posted a topic in General Students

    I am a BScN student in Canada working on my first semester of a four year program. I had my midterm clinical evalutaion today and I am failing because I do not actively answer questions or offer my opionion in class. Has anybody else failed for simil...

13. When Does Everyone Start?

    nsgstudent007 replied to ChristineN's topic in General Students

    Orientation on August 31st and September 5th. Start class September 11th.

14. Moving to California from Canada

    nsgstudent007 posted a topic in California

    Hello Everyone, I am just wondering if anyone has any advice on nice areas to live in California. I am interested in living near the ocean, in an affordable area, keeping in mind I will be moving alone and will be making an new RN's salary. I won't ...