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    Ask a CRNA anything...

    DextersDisciple replied to PaSSiNGaS's topic in Critical Care

    Would it be doable to live off of loans for cost of living (about $100K for mortgage, bills, etc.) for the 2+ years in school? Do you know of anyone who had a wedding and/or had their first child...
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    Lawsuit

    DextersDisciple replied to QuietIsntAWord's topic in General Nursing

    To the best of my knowledge I think it's usually ok to say "I don't remember" during this kind of questioning but then again I've never attended law school :) you are being truthful, not
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    Do I have to list my psych meds and opioids on job app?

    DextersDisciple replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    I could be wrong but I always believed that pre-employment physicals are protected by HIPAA (wouldn't be shared with anyone besides direct HCP) , just like any other patient/person. I always list my...
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    What kind of lawyer can answer my questions?

    DextersDisciple replied to 1blueheron's topic in General Nursing

    To echo what most have already said, I always answer "no" since my ability to work has never been
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    What HARD truth have you learned once you became a nurse and/or CNA?

    DextersDisciple replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    1) Death can be a good thing 2) Advanced directives can be ignored if family does not agree with them 3) There are plenty of organ donors but few viable organs actually donated 4) The sickest people...
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    No Respect.

    DextersDisciple replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    Oops so sorry grammar Police. Forgive my autocorrect. Cardiac cath** there I hope that's better. 3 years is enough to know ice and water are not a priority in said situation.
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    No Respect.

    DextersDisciple replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

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    Nurses who are on anxiety/depression meds?

    DextersDisciple replied to Hooven20's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    The stigma around Psychiatric medication is alarming. I'm perfectly fine with taking 3 medications if they help me get out of bed in the morning and clear my mind of irrational thoughts. If eating 2...
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    Nurses who are on anxiety/depression meds?

    DextersDisciple replied to Hooven20's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    1) yes 2) talk to a friend and take my meds as directed '25 mg limit'? Trust you physician, they are there to help find the right drug and right dose so you won't have to worry about anxiety...
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    Difficulties in Patient Care and Identification

    DextersDisciple replied to chris5720's topic in General Nursing

    Chris I'm going to be nice about this, BUT I PROMISE YOU employing more nurses IS the solution to the majority of stress, distraction, error etc. whoever said not to employ nurses is a sick, selfish...
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    Blood exposure worried sick need advice from experienced nurses desperately!!

    DextersDisciple replied to elen2018's topic in General Nursing

    "It's the internet that's put me on edge." So stop googling and listen to the professionals
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    Unofficial HR Offer

    DextersDisciple replied to LizzzzRN's topic in General Nursing

    Call
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    Syringe driver terror

    DextersDisciple replied to milly's topic in General Nursing

    The idea of prolonging suffering is horrifying to me. Being forced to care for pts with GCS 3, no movement to any stimuli with multiple skin tears and pressure ulcers makes me HATE my job. Mind this...
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    IV Question

    DextersDisciple replied to Anon101's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It's a shame yours aren't already premixed, or maybe I'm just spoiled :) I think 55mL would be safe , it's such an odd number. Or at least do 52mL, you can always add more
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    IV Question

    DextersDisciple replied to Anon101's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I agree with Castiela on the IVPB scenario. I also have been told that since the IVPB is to gravity (higher than primary line) the Secondary line will continue to infuse until empty but at the rate of...
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    Your FAVORITE job

    DextersDisciple replied to chacha82's topic in General Nursing

    Where does one find an application for this magical
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    Your FAVORITE job

    DextersDisciple replied to chacha82's topic in General Nursing

    Private practice heme/oncology and outpatient infusion services. From chemo to IVIG to abx. I loved my patients and colleagues and they loved us. No/optional half shift weekends and no nights or...
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    Anyone work at Jefferson, Penn Presby, or Temple ER?

    DextersDisciple replied to Citynurse302's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    No I think it's more important to have at least a full year of experience in your current position. Having been at a hospital (first job) less than one year can be a turn off to recruiters. As for...
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    Covering upper arm tattoos

    DextersDisciple replied to albert_636's topic in Men in Nursing

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    Do you have a free charge nurse on your unit?

    DextersDisciple replied to EllaBella1's topic in General Nursing

    Level 1 trauma center with Comprehensive stroke center designation, 600+beds. ICU (med surg + "neuro section") 2:1 ratio usually. charge has assignment usually 1 post Op heart or 2 like the rest of...
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    Will 200 mg Ibuprofen show up in urine test?

    DextersDisciple replied to WorriedFutureRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    One day when you gain experience as an RN You will wanna smack yourself for trusting the almighty Dr google, WebMD. Especially when your patient consults with webmd first and self diagnoses themselves...
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    I miss floor nursing...I think?

    DextersDisciple replied to tshunni's topic in General Nursing

    If you are bored with clinical research in oncology but are happy with the schedule, I would highly suggest applying for an infusion heme/med onc rn position. You keep busy and have (what I think) is...
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    Inappropriate nurses?

    DextersDisciple replied to hgraves64's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hahaha "not kind nor gentle". "Not very nice". You and OP really need to stop crying and put on your big nurse
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    Inappropriate nurses?

    DextersDisciple replied to hgraves64's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My first thought- "oh no the poor snowflake got her feelings
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    What Did You Get For Nurses Week?

    DextersDisciple replied to iPink's topic in General Nursing

    A charm bracelet (again) and a blanket. And