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 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 miss it every day because I loved it so much. One ...

2. What's the weirdest baby name?

   wbc replied to teresab_2000's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I had a patient who confounded the medical records staff member when she came to do paperwork with our new mom. "And, what would you like to name your beautiful baby girl?" Medical Records staff "Oh, the nurses already named her" New Mom "Really?" M...

3. 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. I am retired due to a fall and disability in 1997....

4. returning to Nursing

   wbc replied to pjp123's topic in Retired

   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. I've been out since 1997 due to a disability but ...

5. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in 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. I've read all of the posts with interest because of ...

6. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in 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 stopped taking it for a while because of the cost,...

7. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in 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 remember where I read it. If anyone out there has h...

8. Nursing and Fibromyalgia

   wbc replied to CaLVN530's topic in 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 gather my students together for post conference. A knee...

9. Running 2 Article Contests

   wbc replied to Brian's topic in Announcements

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

10. 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 lots of time and sacrifice so take care of yourself. ...

11. 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 lives.

12. 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 instructor.

13. The best nursing advice you've ever received

    wbc replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

    Excellent advice! Winona

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

    wbc replied to bumLVN's topic in New Nurse

    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 most stressful because you're learning the routine, f...

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

    wbc replied to bumLVN's topic in New Nurse

    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 pool is cold. I would ask if there was a particular c...