HHW2006

HHW2006

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  1. Help!!!

    HHW2006 posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    Just a question for all of you L&D nurses... I am 36 1/2 weeks pregnant. I have been contracting since 31 weeks and spent five weeks on partial bed rest. My contractions are now regularly 5-10...

  2. does being a paramedic complement an EDRN?

    HHW2006 replied to bjr3645's topic in Emergency

    I spent seven years as an EMT with my local volunteer fire dept. prior to entering nursing school - even though I wasn't a paramedic, I think my training has definetely been a benefit to me as I have...

  3. The logistics of nursing school and being a mom (or dad)

    HHW2006 replied to AmericanChai's topic in General Students

    The only way I got through nursing school was with the support of not only my husband and two children, but my mother-in-law and sister-in-law as well. At first I was reluctant to accept their help,...

  4. Pain control for CEAs

    HHW2006 replied to RNPamP's topic in MICU, SICU

    Our CEA patients generally have morphine ordered for the first 12 hours or so, then either tylenol #3 or lortab. I do make sure that I get a base line neuro assessment before I give any narcotics to...

  5. Do you prefer 12 hour or 8 hour shifts?

    HHW2006 replied to Scrubz's topic in General Nursing

    I love twelves!! They are long days, but you can't beat only working three days a

  6. Do you prefer 12 hour or 8 hour shifts?

    HHW2006 replied to Scrubz's topic in MICU, SICU

    I love twelves!! They are long days, but you can't beat only working three days a

  7. Sepsis protocol?

    HHW2006 replied to cardiac.cure03's topic in MICU, SICU

    We have recently developed and implemented a sepsis protocol at my hospital for our ICU. We are currently working on expanding the program to include the ER and med-surg

  8. Why Critical Care?

    HHW2006 replied to onesunniegal's topic in MICU, SICU

    I started in a med-surg icu right out of school and it was the best decision I could have made. I love the fast pace and the high degree of critical thinking that is involved. There is also a much...

  9. Visiting Hours

    HHW2006 replied to redwolf's topic in MICU, SICU

    In our ICU visting is open with the exception of shift changes (7:00 - 8:30 am and pm). As nurses we can use our judgement to restrict visiting as needed based on the condition of our patient. I find...

  10. how to make the most of a summer internship?

    HHW2006 replied to futurecnm's topic in General Nursing

    I did an internship while I was in nursing school. It was a great experience. Make sure that all of the nurses on your floor know that you are a student and eager to see and do as much as you possibly...

  11. Pregnancy question

    HHW2006 replied to Honeychild's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I found out I was pregnant about two weeks after I finished my new grad ICU orientation - surprise!!! I was scared to tell my manager, but she was very supportive - even arranging a day shift position...

  12. Would you take this assignment??

    HHW2006 replied to SICU Queen's topic in MICU, SICU

    Our post CABG pts are 1:1 for at least the first twelve to twenty-four depending on how they are doing! I guess I am spoiled at my facility, because I have never been given an assignment that I felt...

  13. new grads and specialty nursing

    HHW2006 replied to dedicatedstudent's topic in General Nursing

    I started as a new grad in ICU almost nine months ago. It has been a great experience. I wouldn't recommend it for someone with no prior hospital experience though - all applicants at the hospital...

  14. new grad having trouble w/ icu personalities

    HHW2006 replied to extraordinary067's topic in MICU, SICU

    I am sorry that you are having a bad experience with your co-workers. I started as a new grad in ICU 9 months ago and have had nothing but support and encouragement from my fellow nurses. I wish...

  15. ICU Orientation

    HHW2006 replied to mjscan_07's topic in MICU, SICU

    The AACN has a program online called Essentials of Critical Care Orientation. My hospital required (and paid for) the course during my orientation. It is time consuming to complete, but I felt it was...

  16. Our unit takes too many specialized patients!

    HHW2006 replied to sunshineCCRN's topic in MICU, SICU

    I love the fact that our 18 bed icu gets such a wide variety of patients. I agree with Abel - I love the challenge of doing different things all the time. I think it helps me to keep sharp the skills...

  17. vents and sedation?

    HHW2006 replied to emmycRN's topic in MICU, SICU

    We use propofol in our ICU with daily wake ups done on everyone as appropriate. Occassionally we have docs who will order sedation stopped and then we have issues with the pt becoming extremely...

  18. New Grad, so frustrated

    HHW2006 replied to IntoTheUnit's topic in MICU, SICU

    I too started as a new grad in ICU, but I had a wonderful preceptor. She really took alot of time making sure I understood not only how to do things, but why I was doing them as well. I am now three...

  19. midwife or MD?

    HHW2006 replied to Jayla's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I had my first baby with a doc and my second with a CNM and if I ever have a third it will definetely be with a midwife. My experience the second time was so much better - due in large part to my...

  20. Poll for those who have already taken NCLEX..

    HHW2006 replied to lpn2rnMay2005's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I had 75 questions - took me about 45 minutes to complete. I used Saunders (book and CD) and NCLEX-RN Made Incredibely Easy. My school offered the ERI exams after each lecture section(OB, Peds,...

  21. Kaplan Lovers

    HHW2006 replied to HOTGAL73's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Don't reschedule!!!!! You will be

  22. Starting out in the SICU

    HHW2006 replied to fishinNbanjo's topic in MICU, SICU

    I started in ICU (medical and surgical) a few months ago right out of school. All of the advice you have received do far is right on target. I am nearing the end of my orientation and there are still...

  23. I'm so tired!!!

    HHW2006 replied to Diva Nurse Dani's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It sounds like you are well prepared - you have certainly out more time into studying than I did and I managed to pass. Give yourself a break this next week!! If you can't stay away from the books,...

  24. Backpack recommendations for nursing student

    HHW2006 replied to metfan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Kelty makes great backpacks. They are designed for hiking, so they are very durable. They are more expensive than Jansport or Eastport would be, but a good investment if you are going to be biking or...

  25. What are your favorite shoes? My poor feet!

    HHW2006 replied to PsychRN-Kris's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I swear by my danskos. I have had back surgery and was left with come numbness in my right foot - I had a hard time finding shoes that were comfortable for both my foot and my back and I love the...