10cm

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1. acoustic stimulation

   10cm posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

   Fellow wonders of the nursing profession, What experiences have you had with acoustic stimulation? Are you using it often? What are your criteria for use?

2. "Pregnancy-induced hypertension" aka "Pre-eclampsia"

   10cm replied to prn nurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Just one other thought regarding the mag - it is excreted through the kidneys and in the presence of altered kidney function, as with preeclampsia, you can't anticipate safe dosage solely on gram administration. Because of varying urine output, the...

3. NRP intubation & UVC care

   10cm posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

   Help! I think I need a reality check. I realize that nurses can be TRAINED to intubate and to place a UVC line for resuscitation, but my concern relates to ensuring and maintaining competency. We can provide intubation practice on manikins and cat...

4. Breastfeeding policies

   10cm posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

   Currently I am reviewing our breastfeeding care and have noted a serious woefulness regarding our lack of policies. In truth, we have just one policy that addresses breast care. Any ideas where I might easily find policies regarding breastfeeding? ...

5. Liability Insurance?

   10cm replied to ajf's topic in Ob/Gyn

   First, you need to remember that lawsuits are born of unhappy outcomes and dissatisfied people, not necessarily because you "screwed up". You can do everything right yet still have everything go wrong, at least in the eyes of your patient. People e...

6. Repeated blood draws in NBs

   10cm replied to MercyAngels's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Obviously your hospital has not been infected by the cost containment bug.