sharonhayes

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1. Uniforms in ED

   sharonhayes replied to Kathy L. RN's topic in Emergency

   We wear our own scrubs but have hospital issued scrubs nearby if we get "slimed".

2. How do you cope with intensity?

   sharonhayes replied to nursing writer's topic in Emergency

   I have found that after particularly difficult or intense incidents or days, we talk about it at work, usually during lunch break. We cry, laugh, curse, etc... whatever it takes to put the incident past us. I am fortunate to have worked in ER's in ...

3. Family present during code of patient

   sharonhayes posted a topic in Emergency

   Would like some feedback on how other ER nurses feel about having family at bedside during a code. Our ER is getting ready to adopt a policy that permits family presence during a code if the staff feels patient and family will benefit from the exper...