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  1. Cmv+

    mandana replied to ClassOf2004's topic in Ob/Gyn

    That's a tough one. The risk of the pregnant RN acquiring the infection is very low (transmitted by direct contact with bodily fluids, so universal precautions should cover her). It is also likely...

  2. Do you tell nurses ands Dr's that you are a nurse when you are the pt?

    mandana replied to FlyLady's topic in General Nursing

    That's pretty funny! But I'm sorry for your loss.

  3. my clinical experience (sorry so long)

    mandana replied to I_Love_Nursing's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations and good luck! Your instructor sounds really supportive and if he/she thinks you are up to the challenge, I know you are. Complex patients can be such great learning experiences and...

  4. Do you tell nurses ands Dr's that you are a nurse when you are the pt?

    mandana replied to FlyLady's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not a nurse, just a student, but I've run into many of my families MD's at various clinical sites. When I then see them in the office, I find that they are much more forthcoming with information....

  5. How long is maternity leave in the US?

    mandana replied to Marra Jade's topic in General Nursing

    Here are my thoughts on maternity leave in the US :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: I worked for a small company when I had my children - by combining vacation time, PTO, sick days and...

  6. critical care: The Making of an ICU nurse

    mandana replied to Uptoherern's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks! I'm going to read this now.

  7. lithotomy...seriously?

    mandana replied to elizabells's topic in Ob/Gyn

    But some of us do show up educated, planning on a mostly natural birth experience and then find that the pain is SO MUCH MORE than we could have ever bargained for. I intended to be up and walking, I...

  8. Insight please on contact isolation??

    mandana replied to TallyJofutureRN's topic in General Nursing

    That so true. I haven't caught anything from a patient yet, but I've certainly got stuff from the grocery store!

  9. made a big mistake in clinical.... now what?

    mandana replied to luv2shopp85's topic in General Nursing

    I understand that you were just joking, and I try to find the humor in things as well. Having said that, there has only been one professor that I've felt comfortable enough to joke with but even with...

  10. made a big mistake in clinical.... now what?

    mandana replied to luv2shopp85's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, and just to add - the 24-hour urine thing - that might not seem like the biggest deal in the world, but please think through why that was such a big deal. First of all, this person has been peeing...

  11. made a big mistake in clinical.... now what?

    mandana replied to luv2shopp85's topic in General Nursing

    I'm going to tell you what I tell my classmates who are having a tough time in clinical. Your most important task during clinicals is to figure out your instructor's expectations and tailor your...

  12. What is that smell?

    mandana replied to sharann's topic in General Nursing

    Yipppeeeeeeee! Something new to look forward

  13. Stool Question in Children

    mandana replied to Pinky2's topic in General Nursing

    I don't have any answers and I'm sorry that you are going through this. I know I worry 1000 times more about my kids than anything else. I do recommend that once you've figured out this problem and...

  14. Im sorry, but light stomachs please do not read!

    mandana replied to onconurseRT's topic in General Nursing

    I've been looking for an update from you and just wanted you to know that I agree with you 110%. I am a parent and I cannot even tell you how disappointed and livid I would be with my child who...

  15. People who say they died and were brought back to life

    mandana replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in General Nursing

    If it were me, I'd probably go ahead and take the liberty to declare myself "brought back". I had a close call once (peritonitis) and I was really, really sick. I never had failure in any of the...

  16. Critical Care vs. ER Nursing

    mandana replied to Hoping LVN2BSN's topic in General Nursing

    Well, that proves it - I'm meant to be an ICU nurse. I've been accused of this more than once.

  17. caregiver break? opinions wanted

    mandana replied to chaosRN's topic in General Nursing

    I just lost my FIL to terminal illness and I can tell you that the caregiver stress (which was NOT me, by the way) is immense. I think it would be wonderful to give him a break. I can assure you he...

  18. Dream Job Offer!

    mandana replied to maolin's topic in General Nursing

    I understand, I'm the same way. I know it will all work out wonderfully for you, and I'm very excited for you. Look forward to hearing the details once it's finalized. Congrats to you.

  19. Dream Job Offer!

    mandana replied to maolin's topic in General Nursing

    CONGRATULATIONS! I'm in Austin too and I want to be an ICU nurse as well. Do you mind telling me which hospital you will be working in? I know several around town have great preceptorships. Also, if...

  20. random Ob-Gyn Questions

    mandana replied to Still Riding's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thanks for the info, CEG. I suspected it was normal, but no one I asked seemed to know. I'm still open to other opinions if anyone has thoughts.

  21. random Ob-Gyn Questions

    mandana replied to Still Riding's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I know when I was nursing my child I was the mall once without him and another baby that sounded similar started crying and I was soaked in 5 minutes. There were other children crying that day and...

  22. First OR observation

    mandana replied to lynnie17's topic in General Nursing

    Wow - I must have gotten really lucky. I've had a total of 5 days in the OR observing and they have all been great experiences. When the charge nurse is assigning you, ask her for a room with...

  23. I need some advice

    mandana replied to lisabeth's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Definitely take either Pharm or Micro so that you don't have all three together. I don't think it matters which of the three you take over the summer, really, just take one of them! I heard horror...

  24. Should I take A&P 1 during summer semester?

    mandana replied to Poohsdw's topic in General Nursing

    I did. It was tough and intense, but definitely do-able. I'd do it again, especially since as an only class it's much easier to manage your time and attention. Good luck!

  25. To Hospice nurses...

    mandana posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    A relative of mine passed away Saturday night after a month-ish in hospice care. I wanted to take a moment and tell you all that the work you do is amazing. I have always given good lip-service to...