BraveHeartABC

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1. Labeled as Condescending

   BraveHeartABC replied to Nunya Business's topic in New Nurse

   I have never had this problem. And It's difficult to know what's actually going on but- 1) Get to know your CNA's. If the only time you ever speak to them is to tell them what to do, then that's a problem (not saying you do, I have no idea). CNA...

2. PEG tube not being used?

   BraveHeartABC posted a topic in General Nursing

   Excuse my ignorance but I never work with feeding tubes. I had a patient that has a PEG tube for about 2 months. Previously had hiatal hernia surgery. My question is what is this PEG doing for the patient right now if not being used? No tube feeding,...

3. Lithium and Dehydration

   BraveHeartABC posted a topic in Medications

   Can somebody explain this to me like I'm 5. I don't understand how dehydration can cause Lithium toxicity. Let's say a healthy individual is dehydrated for the sake of simply not drinking enough fluids-no diarrhea, no vomiting. Wouldn't this individu...

4. Should I take the job?

   BraveHeartABC posted a topic in General Nursing

   I am soon to be graduating with an associates in nursing next week. At the end of my community rotation, I was asked if I would want to come for an interview for a new grad RN spot. I was ecstatic for this opportunity but now am concerned. In my area...