John Cusano

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1. LPNs co-signing blood

   John Cusano replied to John Cusano's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks for all the input. I have changed our facility policy to reflect both the input from here, and the from the nurse practice act. I see no reason why LPNs cannot verify information as long as an RN is the primary nurse hanging the blood produc...

2. LPNs co-signing blood

   John Cusano posted a topic in General Nursing

   Our facility does not allow LPN's to co-sign blood products. I realize they cannot administer them, but is there anything in the legal system to prevent them from confirming information prior to the RN hanging the blood?

3. Seizure Precautions

   John Cusano posted a topic in Safety

   Our policy states that all patients with a HX of seizures will be placed on precautions. It seems a little silly that a known seizure patient, on meds, and seizure free should have padded side rails (I'm sure the majority don't at home). I was wond...