augigi

augigi CNS

Critical Care, Cardiothoracics, VADs

Member

  • Content

    1,366

  • Visitors

    14,456

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    6

All Content by augigi

  1. Profanity in the Breakroom....???

    augigi replied to weirdRN's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't be looking for ways to "woo" the DON. As everyone has said, if it isn't written policy, you are free to do it. If they want to make it a policy, fine. I personally would advise the DON that...

  2. Hello, what are soem basic needs for a PT. with a subdural hematoma?

    augigi replied to Aeronurse's topic in General Nursing

    As Tweety said, a pt is not a diagnosis. What stage are they at? If it's acute in neuro ICU, I'd go with the life threatening things: airway maintenance, hypertension, increased ICP causing further...

  3. Please help me

    augigi replied to RNKay31's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My negative or "weakness" that I say at interview is always that I can sometimes need to be more tolerant of others with different expectations. I am a total perfectionist, and I get frustrated with...

  4. New Nurse..GPN. Scared out of my mind.

    augigi replied to AliciaMarieGPN's topic in General Nursing

    The main thing I can tell a new nurse is TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS! If you ever have the thought cross your mind before you do something "this doesn't seem right.." - don't do it. You never regret asking,...

  5. Failed NCLEX - PN ...Need Advice..

    augigi replied to dimplez's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    dimplez, if you know your stuff but are anxious, ask yourself what now. What is the worst that can happen? You already didn't pass (I don't like the word failed, as I don't think you have, you just...

  6. Nurse/patient ratios, nurses and the ANA

    augigi replied to Elisheva's topic in General Nursing

    It took a massive nurse exodus and widespread striking to get safe nurse-patient ratios in Australia. I can't imagine it any other way now. It is that way because nurses mostly can't strike due to the...

  7. Nursing phrases

    augigi replied to oneota's topic in General Nursing

    ICU: - Don't touch the tube/catheter/swan/drain! - [insert name]! Can you hear me? Open your eyes! - It's ok, the operation is over, relax - This is going to make you cough [suctioning] - Hold the...

  8. Looking for support and respect with little to no results

    augigi replied to mrparhamrvt's topic in General Nursing

    In Australia, you guys ARE called vet nurses. My sister is a vet tech in the US and she is awesome, I think you guys are grossly underpaid for what you do! I must say that I think what you do is...

  9. Help with Sarcoma Wound - Warning, graphic description!

    augigi replied to Wildbriar's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Tried a vac

  10. Murmur vs. Bruit?

    augigi replied to GermPhobe's topic in Cardiac

    PS: What was the patients' history - anything that would support the diagnosis of

  11. Murmur vs. Bruit?

    augigi replied to GermPhobe's topic in Cardiac

    Sorry. The loudness depends on the severity of the underlying pathological condition. That is like asking "how long is a piece of string?" - there is no answer to that. I have definitely heard murmurs...

  12. Question regarding narcotic addiction

    augigi replied to bethin's topic in Pain Management

    Can't figure out how to attach it (too big) but have a couple articles if you want to PM me your email

  13. Question regarding narcotic addiction

    augigi replied to bethin's topic in Pain Management

    There is no excuse for giving inadequate analgesia from ignorance about addiction. Great link for the issues: http://www.ahrq.gov/clinic/medtep/acute.htm There is just so much research about this...

  14. Where The Heck Is My Packet 4?????

    augigi replied to english_nurse's topic in International Nursing

    She may have meant for people not under Schedule A? That date would sound about right for regular

  15. Taking your pets with you to USA

    augigi replied to eternalsunshine's topic in International Nursing

    Hah - that's funny that your cat "rehomed"

  16. Relocating to NJ

    augigi replied to JoannaRN's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    New Jersey info: http://www.state.nj.us/oag/ca/nursing/fornurse_app.pdf You will also need to start the process with www.cgfns.org for the Visa Screen Certificate. I'd start now, as this can take the...

  17. ???state will i apply my NCLEX???

    augigi replied to fausrn's topic in International Nursing

    Sounds like New Mexico is the fastest, It really depends where you want to work, as you'll have to fulfil their requirements eventually anyhow. But just to write NCLEX fastest, I might go with New...

  18. Help! Re-applying for NCLEX!

    augigi replied to butchik's topic in International Nursing

    I guess you'd lose the application money you sent to Ca if your file is abandoned, but you can just apply to another state whenever you want (will have to get transcripts sent again,

  19. Horrid Grad Year

    augigi replied to older_grad_nurse's topic in International Nursing

    Have you asked the nurse why she feels the need to call the coordinator to "dob" on you? Of course she may just be a cow, but people usually have some reason for what they do. I'd just say "Can I ask...

  20. nclex in hongkong or saipan?

    augigi replied to asyana's topic in International Nursing

    Here is the information for the Visitor Entry Permit for Saipan: http://net.saipan.com/cftemplates/ago/index.cfm?pageID=77 Note: Nationals of The Philippines always require a National Bureau...

  21. cpt to opt

    augigi replied to anfe's topic in International Nursing

    Noone knows the countries affected until it is released. Usually Phillipines, India and China historically. I believe ALL countries will be affected until it is lifted though... but I could be

  22. other than bedside nusing?

    augigi replied to kelisehunter's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Get vaccinated for Hepatitis A & B. Check the stats on workplace transmission - they are exceeding low. I just wonder what the issue is - do you not want to work in hospitals, or not want to do...

  23. other than bedside nusing?

    augigi replied to kelisehunter's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I hate writing a post and then accidentally wiping it. Sigh. I don't believe you need a "calling" to do nursing - we're not nuns! Just look at where you want to go, and what you need to do to get...

  24. Starvation: A good thing when concerning the Obese.

    augigi replied to xt1's topic in General Nursing

    The OP asked if fasting can lead to a "healthy" body fat. No. Fasting is NOT HEALTHY. Of course you'll lose weight if input is less than output. It is not sustainable (there is any number of...

  25. Welcome to the Forum - General Aussie Chat

    augigi replied to gwenith's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    That must suck waiting to hear the outcome. Don't worry too much about the interview, sometimes these things work out for the best. I desperately wanted trauma/ER, but ended up getting sent to ICU and...