kristenohiorn

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1. IV forms of Zofran and Decadron given PO???

   kristenohiorn replied to GleeGum's topic in Emergency

   I have given Zofran PO mixed with apple juice for the little ones, much easier then giving an injection to a two year old. Called the pharmacy to check before administering the first few times and they said for sure no problem. Good luck! Kristen

2. Dear Paramedics - Thankyou

   kristenohiorn replied to snoopy29's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you, thank you, thank you, one million times... I could not do what you do. I feel safe inside the ED, not having to run in to an unfamilar home to rescue someone, and I am surrounded by experienced nurses to support me. Out there you have yo...

3. Help...I CAN'T fail nursing school!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

   kristenohiorn replied to Ecpi Raleigh 07/09's topic in General Nursing

   Study. Only 25 % of my class passed the exit exam (newer nurses you will know what I'm talking about), and the other 75% blammed the instructors/school/ect. Take responsibility and study, then you cannot fail. Good luck.

4. how do i get into ER nursing after school?

   kristenohiorn replied to johnnyDoGood's topic in Emergency

   Hello, I worked in the ED as an ED tech through school and I was lucky enough to be picked to role transition in my department showing off my clinical skills and critical decision making abilities, then I was forced to go to Tele for 6 months as a ne...