nursesrule67

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1. Too much protein?

   nursesrule67 replied to RNOTODAY's topic in General Nursing

2. Too much protein?

   nursesrule67 replied to RNOTODAY's topic in General Nursing

   Yes. Protein breaks down into among other things, NH3 or Ammonia, which can, in excess, damage kidneys. Remember the Atkins diet? I have taken care of otherwise healthy people who damaged their kidneys from prolonged Atkins-like diets. It's really...

3. Assisting with micturition

   nursesrule67 replied to mobilmedic's topic in General Nursing

   I have been asked to "hold" the penis before -- I take into account the patient's own abilities and usually will hold the urinal for them, pick up their hand and help them hold their own penis -- get an order for a Texas catheter, or a foley if need ...

4. Chat Open Come On In

   nursesrule67 replied to PACNWNURSING's topic in General Nursing

   I also used to work in WA State, graduated from University of WA medical center. Becoming an NP in WA State is so worthwhile. What city are you working in?

5. Nursing Shift start times

   nursesrule67 replied to steelersRN's topic in General Nursing

   I also work at a large hospital, and came from a larger university teaching hospital working critical care prior to that. What I love about my hospitals system is that they team every nurse with a CNA called a Care Partner. Care Partners take vital...