wbc

wbc specializes in L&D, GYN, Neo ICU, Nursing Education.

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1. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in Nurse Disabilities

   I fell at work in April, 1997. A simple fall and simple subsequent surgery. I ended up with sacro-iliac dysfunction and fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. I haven't been able to work since that day. I...

2. Questions for OB class

   wbc replied to amp242's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Excellent questions. I do agree with the above post that you should interview a nurse in your area. That being said let me answer your questions. I'm an RN with a BSN and several hours toward an MSN....

3. returning to Nursing

   wbc replied to pjp123's topic in Retired Nurses

   Here in Oklahoma refresher courses are offered at three sites. It costs about $2500 and requires about 70 hours of lecture, 10 or more hours in the skills lab, and 80 plus hours in a clinical setting....

4. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in Nurse Disabilities

   :redpinkhe Drumwidows post of May 18 does a great job of telling readers about the frustrations and the notions of others about living with fibro and the accompanying junk that follows us around....

5. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in Nurse Disabilities

   Another by the way--Lyrica does help me, it has some side effects I dislike but the trade off is worth it. I have tried Gabapentin and it only helps some. I realized just how much Lyrica helps when I...

6. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in Nurse Disabilities

   :redbeathe By the way, I recently read a research report that stated people with real and chronic pain lose the capability to become addicted to narcotics because their bodies need the relief. Can't...

7. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in Nurse Disabilities

   I definitely understand your pain with fibro and with the lack of support. Interesting isn't it that many of the most judgmental are in our chosen profession? In 1997 I fell when I was trying to...

8. Running 2 Article Contests

   wbc replied to Brian's topic in News, Announcements

   I'm new to this site and wonder what the guidelines are for this article contest. Winona, BSN,

9. The best nursing advice you've ever received

   wbc replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

   Yep, CYA means what you think it means. Remember this--there is no such thing as a stupid question. If you have it that validates it. Never let anyone make you feel stupid. Nursing school requires...

10. The best nursing advice you've ever received

    wbc replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

    :yeah:Amen! The Golden Rule works in every aspect of our

11. The best nursing advice you've ever received

    wbc replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

    Being polite, approachable, and kind to any student will turn out polite, approachable, and kind professionals one day. I say this as a former student and nursing

12. The best nursing advice you've ever received

    wbc replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

    Excellent advice!

13. I just don't know if nursing is really for me

    wbc replied to bumLVN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have posted another reply, but saw this and wanted to say that you sound better. Don't give up yet. Several people have suggested you give your job more time. Remember those first weeks are the...

14. I just don't know if nursing is really for me

    wbc replied to bumLVN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Oh, my Dear, I am so sorry that nursing hasn't met your expectations in this first and most difficult year. Often our training doesn't prepare us for real life and that sudden dip in the real life...

15. Should I Carry Nursing Malpractice (Liability) Insurance?

    wbc replied to sirI's topic in Nursing Career

    I always carried my own malpractice liability. I saw some instances where nurses without their own insurance were thrown to the wolves by the hospital. Thank goodness I never had to use my insurance....