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  1. A general question

    yankeesrule posted a topic in General Nursing

    I apologize for the lengthly induction to my question. Recently I had went before a special decision making committee to have a PEG Tube inserted into a 86y.o. lady (dx: mr, hypothryroidism,...

  2. Did anyone here NOT get the HepB shot series?

    yankeesrule replied to marilynmom's topic in General Nursing

    I had the series in 94 and I dont recall any reactions or what not. I have not had my antibodies tested I am not sure when you do that for a boster. However, I will say I had the fluzone shot this...

  3. advice needed re: med error

    yankeesrule replied to all4joy's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with everyone else dont beat yourself up. You admitted you made a mistake.. Surprise surprise your human. Take from it and learn from it. I personally know a veteran RN who was in charge of...

  4. Share Your Saying

    yankeesrule replied to angelique777's topic in Nursing Humor

    Being that I work in a group home my favorite: When in doubt, send them out (i.e. pt not sure if ER is necessary.l..

  5. New Grad. LPN

    yankeesrule replied to Nursingangel's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    1st congrats on the licsence. As An LPN for the last 5yrs. Although I didnt have to look hard as I already was in the state system where i worked while schooling. I agree that LPN positions are few...

  6. If you could change NURSING what would you change?

    yankeesrule replied to 1BlessedRN's topic in General Nursing

    For me and my job that as an LPN that I am as valued as others in higher grade. I feel it is unfair that people can move up the ladder thru civil service exam make more money than I with no education...

  7. What is a Policy that you would like to see put into effect

    yankeesrule posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have always thought if an overwhelming majority who agreed why not put the thought or / idea into effect.(in a perfect world right ).So what is one policy you would like to see put into effect at...

  8. Consent forms?

    yankeesrule replied to SouthernLPN2RN's topic in General Nursing

    Working in a state facility for the handicapped/mental retardation typically its whooever has power of attorney. In some cases with no family the procedure anything from dental for an extraction to...

  9. Do you have internet at work?

    yankeesrule replied to KCIN's topic in General Nursing

    WE have the intranet that is designed for the facility so we can communicate to memebers of the team easier. But we also have access to Netscape. Sites are blocked except for those approved by the...

  10. What can you just NOT take?

    yankeesrule replied to Jerico's topic in General Nursing

    Suctioning a patient. First time I did this I felt dizzy saw stars, next thing I remember I wake up on the floor with my instructor just smiling at me. Vomit if I stumble upon it. IF I am there when...

  11. DNR...is there a grey area?

    yankeesrule posted a topic in General Nursing

    After reading several post in the Biggest Mistake thread. I have a question. IF someone is DNR that does that mean in all sceniarios? OR say they are DNR due to a terminal illness then it would go...

  12. Can Someone Be a Nurse Without Jean Watson??

    yankeesrule replied to Q.'s topic in General Nursing

    Glad to see I am not alone not knowing who Jean Watson is/was? Where I work I can see how a person can treat a patient to their fullest abilities and not have an emotional attachemt to the person....

  13. Whose got back problems?????

    yankeesrule replied to hbncns35's topic in General Nursing

    Periodically I have back issues. I have had pitched nerves and that was the worst. Typically I go on bed rest for 24-48 hours and take it easy and I am fine. I hate to take medicine when some good old...

  14. W'hat's your favorite thing to do after a day on the floor?

    yankeesrule replied to hbncns35's topic in General Nursing

    1st go home and shower. IF i worked 16hrs go to bed. If i worked 8hrs take a little hour nap. (my head is always pounding when i get home) could be my commute. Then spend quality time with my furkids...

  15. Is Your Last Name On Your Badge?

    yankeesrule replied to Meerkat's topic in General Nursing

    My last name is on my ID. BUt we dont wear our ID as a badge, its available upon request. This is typical for going to other OMRDD

  16. Your Worst Mistake

    yankeesrule replied to aurora_borealis's topic in General Nursing

    Well I have a few some not as a nurse I just started working with wheelchairs transferring a lady to chair via stand pivot (she had no ability to stand/catch herself) Iplaced her in her chair forgot...

  17. 1st ADL in clinicals. Not at all prepared

    yankeesrule replied to flwannaB's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Like others have said I know it can be overwhelming... I recently posted how on my first day of clinical I blanked out how to do a bed bathe. One thing I would like to see in classroom training with...

  18. Student Loans/Sallie Mae for Vocational Schools r/o

    yankeesrule replied to cindy0624's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I went to a vocational school in the Hudson Valley here in NY that had a counselor who help me set up my sallie mae loan. Im still paying that back.. ughhh i wish it could just have it done with. My...

  19. (Suggestions please!) What Gift Was Good For You when you graduated?

    yankeesrule replied to jbeck817's topic in General Nursing

    My favorite gift was a lapel pin that had a nurses hat and it said Nurses, we care. It was affordable and it was

  20. Anyone call way after their shift to tell just one more thing? :)

    yankeesrule replied to christvs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I call all the time the group home I work at. I also get after hour calls. I got a call last night as a lady was there doing a PRI (intake for a possibilty admission to nursing home) and it was...

  21. What should I expect?

    yankeesrule replied to scallywags's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Hi scallywags.. I think apprehension is part of the right of passage. Or at least it was for me. I never did anything in clinicals that was not practiced in the classroom first. I say review...

  22. Geri-Claus

    yankeesrule replied to Antikigirl's topic in Nursing Humor

    With geriatrics as my m.o. and area of great knowledge.. you hit it dead on..

  23. Abreviation

    yankeesrule replied to VIRGO NURSE's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have always seen PNU for abreviation of

  24. How do you cope with the death of a patient?

    yankeesrule replied to jhawkgirl's topic in General Nursing

    For myself. I work in a group home with 8 ladies. I have been there almost 10yrs and have known the ladies about the same time. When you are in training you are told "dont get attached, too involved."...

  25. working on Christmas?

    yankeesrule replied to scrmblr's topic in General Nursing

    Im sorry to hear you are working Christmas. I know how it feels for the kids as well. Growing up my dad was either away with the military or had to work christmas so we had to either do xmas morning...