MICROWAVING JELLO???

[Hooked on ER]

I keep reading about people not microwaving jello at their CPNE. What the heck does that mean? Why would anyone microwave jello? Do you serve it melted? Also, how do you measure ice without melting it? Or do you serve that melted too?:bugeyes::bugeyes:

[bjbabs24]

Thank you !!! for breaking it down. I guess I am making it way harder than it actually is.

[AFQN]

LOL It is scary when you think about failing for not melting Jell-O. So if the CE says to forget about microwaving the Jell-O, what would I write on the I&O sheet? That the pt ATE 50% of his Jell-O?

[Melinurse]

Applescruffette said it well. Simple math but take your time on it too. I saw most failed for I&O and not washing their hands. Alot of the CEs pay extra attention to this so be aware of that. This exam is very stressful but is also very passable/doable. Just take the time to think and breathe.

[AFQN]

It all makes sense now. Thank you.

[bjbabs24]

Thank you to all for giving us your experience. It is good to know that this is something not to just rush through and really take the time to focus on it.

[Baloney Amputation, BSN, LPN, RN]

You wouldn't have to document that the patient ate 50% of it. In fact, if your CE doesn't want you putting it in as intake, I would not document anything about it anywhere. You don't have to enter in solid intake from the tray.

But in all technicality...you know what to do. Stick to that unless you are told otherwise.

[formyfly]

Lunah, I am asking you b/c I trust your opinion....is there something "unique" about documentation at the CPNE regarding critical elements? Joanne had mentioned it on a post that people have a hard time with this. I am begging for some specific guidance here....only 8 days and counting til CPNE!!!!! Thanks

[Lunah, MSN, RN]

Just that you cannot omit a critical element from your charting for each area of care ... if it is a critical element, it must be included in the documentation.

[formyfly]

So even if it doesn't apply to that pt you still chart that it doesn't apply. ie. palpating fontanels on an adult, should still be included as not applicable? Im sorry to bother you with all these silly questions, but I had an appointment with Dr.A yesterday evening and no one called me, so I don't know who else to ask. Thanks!

[Baloney Amputation, BSN, LPN, RN]

So even if it doesn't apply to that pt you still chart that it doesn't apply. ie. palpating fontanels on an adult, should still be included as not applicable? Im sorry to bother you with all these silly questions, but I had an appointment with Dr.A yesterday evening and no one called me, so I don't know who else to ask. Thanks!

Don't include things that aren't applicable. You chart what you do or see and keep it simple. :)

[Melinurse]

As far as the documenting keep it simple. Chart on all critical elements that are required. You can and I did chart on other observations that were not part of the required charting if it is pertinent to the PCS.

Don't feel bad for asking questions here. Far better to ask now and know whats up than to add to the stress of the CPNE.

Good luck.

[formyfly]

Thanks so much, I am confident one minute and losing my mind and breaking out in hives the next minute! This clears up any misconceptions I had about documentation!