Hawkeye-RN

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1. Blood pressure spikes and bp accuracy questions

   Hawkeye-RN replied to mcd24RN's topic in Critical

   hypotension, desaturation, oliguria/anuria = MODS-multi-organ dysfunction syndrome from severe sepsis from pneumonia. You did great, but this pt needed to be admitted sooner for aggressive management. The BP during transport and in ER are just that; ...

2. Is there less cattiness/gossiping/laziness in the ICU environment?

   Hawkeye-RN replied to tRiguN's topic in Critical

   I see a bright future for you. You're what this profession needs; smart, hardworking, independent, critical thinkers. ICU might not be an answer, but worth exploring. Or you could work with your manager about changing the culture in your unit. Good m...

3. Pharmacology

   Hawkeye-RN replied to ashonman's topic in Critical

   Aah! Drug calcs!! Know the math before you kill your patients-yeah right! With all the smart infusion pumps, who needs drug calcs? 1. a. If 250ml of D5W contains 2mg, it follows therefore that 30ml/hr will have 0.24mg/hr i.e (2mg x 30ml/hr) /250ml. ...

4. Need help, answer on job offer due tomorrow!

   Hawkeye-RN replied to IHEARTCCNSG's topic in CCU

   Here is my advice-follow your heart. Nursing is fluid. Whatever decision you arrive at tomorrow, you can always change your mind on what and where you want to practice. Goodluck.