Have Nurse

Have Nurse ADN, RN

Med/Surg/Infection Control/Geriatrics

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  1. I need help on a math problem!! Not making sense to me

    Have Nurse replied to Katieexi3's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    They follow orders. But really, that's a question that you should be asking them. There are times when physicians order meds that aren't always available in some pharmacies. But then usually the...

  2. Help. Starting IV Piggy Backs without Primary Order

    Have Nurse replied to RnStarvingstudent88's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Some times you can just use a saline lock, flush it, and hang the antibiotic. Flush again with saline afterward. But if you aren't sure, clarify it. Your message was not specific as far as whether...

  3. Hospitals Firing Seasoned Nurses: Nurses FIGHT Back!

    Have Nurse replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    I'd like to see this read on the

  4. How to deal with this conflict?

    Have Nurse replied to drkshadez's topic in General Nursing

    I must admit that I agree with most of the posts here in response to your question. It takes time to win their trust. After all, you are a new grad and you don't know everything. But to be fair,...

  5. NCLEX retake??

    Have Nurse replied to kamrox's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You should research that further. I never took NCLEX and passed my boards just

  6. Can i bring cellphone in the test center?

    Have Nurse replied to khalStorm's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There's no way you are going to be allowed a cell phone in the testing center. Turn it off and lock it up, or don't bring

  7. My best friend puts down being a nurse

    Have Nurse replied to mindfulnursingbabe's topic in General Students

    Try not to take it as a personal slur. I don't know her of course, but to me, it sounds as though she deep down, understands that it takes a special person to do what you are about to do. She's...

  8. need help with an assignment

    Have Nurse replied to jane931's topic in General Students

    You need to study this disease, its' symptoms and its' course, treatments, etc. Don't expect us to do your homework, Sweetheart. You can do it. Just dig

  9. I need some tips to get through this semester

    Have Nurse replied to FutureNurseFran's topic in Study Tips for Students's Share Tips

    Well, am not sure how much time you have between classes and studying, but if you are allowed, with the instructors permission, invest in a tiny dictation recorder and place it at the front of the...

  10. Intimidated by being only male

    Have Nurse replied to nurse2bnoob101's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Don't let that steal your joy. When you start your clinicals, your patients will really appreciate you. Male nurses are

  11. Intimidated by being only male

    Have Nurse replied to nurse2bnoob101's topic in Male Nursing Students

    My heart does go out to you guys though. We had one male student in a class of 98. He was a wonderful student nurse and always asked questions. He got a bit overwhelmed during the OB clinical by an...

  12. March 2018 Caption Contest - Select $100 Winner!

    Have Nurse replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Looks like another "run" on Lucky Charms

  13. How to NOT impress the DON!

    Have Nurse replied to Cricket183's topic in General Nursing

    I can't stop laughing!!! Poor

  14. I need help on a math problem!! Not making sense to me

    Have Nurse replied to Katieexi3's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Write it out: Convert grains to milligrams first. 5 Grains = 325 Milligrams. Milligrams to Grains conversion (This link can help you with some conversions.) So, now we write the problem out. I am...

  15. Verbal abuse ... what are my rights?

    Have Nurse replied to KHT's topic in General Nursing

    Just because he has a disability, it does not give him license to verbally abuse you, and it's perfectly fine to tell him that. He needs some limits to be set. Get the doctor involved and your legal...

  16. Uncooperative Diabetic Question

    Have Nurse replied to KKEGS's topic in School

    Be direct but respectful. This is a "learned" behavior he is displaying. He is making your job more difficult than it needs to be. He is old enough to know right from wrong. Part of nursing is...

  17. Ethical decision or Patient's right?

    Have Nurse replied to QuietIsntAWord's topic in General Nursing

    Respect the patients' wishes. Not to do so would violate their

  18. Seasoned Nurses VS Newbie Nurses

    Have Nurse replied to Alexx_xox's topic in General Nursing

    First, as a seasoned and older nurse, I appreciate your attitude and care regarding this issue. All nurses know that nursing and medicine are constantly changing. Stick with what you've learned in...

  19. 3 nursing jobs in 2 years. Unhirable?

    Have Nurse replied to LPNewbie's topic in General Nursing

    Now now. Play nice, Children.

  20. 3 nursing jobs in 2 years. Unhirable?

    Have Nurse replied to LPNewbie's topic in General Nursing

    I understand the spirit of this suggestion, but I would respectfully disagree with this suggestion. A new nurse with anxiety issues is not a safe nurse around a child with a trache. I do agree...

  21. I Quit Nursing.

    Have Nurse replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You are not alone. It sounds as though you are suffering from "burn out", a hazard of our profession. I took a whole year off and did other things for income for a while. It paid the bills. You...

  22. BYOB at work?

    Have Nurse replied to Kayauhs's topic in General Nursing

    Alcohol is a drug. Your comments are inappropriate. It has nothing to do with being a "Nazi, "

  23. BYOB at work?

    Have Nurse replied to Kayauhs's topic in General Nursing

    Report that immediately. Alcohol can be deadly with some medications. It is also not what a careful and prudent nurse would do. You need to get an order for that. Alcohol is considered a

  24. 3 nursing jobs in 2 years. Unhirable?

    Have Nurse replied to LPNewbie's topic in General Nursing

    Well, not knowing details, it's hard to help. But you did mention something about difficulties getting organized with meds. Those kinds of things can be corrected. Your confidence will build as you...

  25. Irrigating Bladder in HH?

    Have Nurse replied to Avill's topic in Home Health

    I choose my words carefully. I did not say that the bladder was "sterile." The irrigations are. If they were not there would be a great danger of introducing new bacteria. Why do you think...