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    Say what??

    Rose_Queen replied to Kher13's topic in General Nursing

    We once had a patient from a remote Asian area where they spoke a very distinct dialect that was not at all like the language spoken in the rest of the country. The Cyraphone translator for the...
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    Nursing specialty

    Rose_Queen replied to tzmnurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yep, they will most likely change their minds in school. On a side note, if you aren't yet a nurse, you can't have it in your username unless you add 2B or something like
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    Nursing specialty

    Rose_Queen replied to tzmnurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you're not in nursing school yet, I would say not to even think about picking a specialty, unless you are in a country where schools are set up that way. You may think you like something going in,...
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    Day One and already dealing with...

    Rose_Queen replied to KKEGS's topic in School

    Dagnammit! I forgot my pink
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    Knee reconstruction surgery

    Rose_Queen replied to Emma2017's topic in General Nursing

    This is something that you will need to address with your surgeon and other members of the medical team. It may mean that your surgeon needs to speak with the occ health doc. However, this is not a...
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    confused

    Rose_Queen replied to kariwatson's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    All nurses, regardless of specialty, graduate with the same basic education. Nursing school prepares entry level nurses- learning the various specialties will happen during orientation. So, basically,...
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    Dosage Calculations

    Rose_Queen replied to Chronicallychanging's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It's looking right to me except for the next to last *, unless there's something I"m missing? Have you been told you have an incorrect
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    Make It STOP!

    Rose_Queen replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    Well, it was fun while it
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    Day One and already dealing with...

    Rose_Queen replied to KKEGS's topic in School

    I'll slide over and make room for you on the stalker
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    Depression?

    Rose_Queen replied to anxiousnscared's topic in General Nursing

    OP, this is a topic you've actually brought up now several times on this site. You really need to see someone who can help you- check in with your school's health services and see what they can offer....
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    IABP Alternative

    Rose_Queen replied to HeliKel's topic in Critical Care

    An Impella? Stat consult to the cardiac surgeon for a CABG/VAD/whatever the appropriate surgery is? If someone is at the point of needing an IABP, medications aren't doing
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    Occupational exposure to floor wax

    Rose_Queen replied to NurseHP's topic in General Nursing

    Not to mention the poll is very skewed in one direction. It's essentially a yes/no question where all of the answers are yes. What about those who don't have
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    Blood pressure medications

    Rose_Queen replied to Joy101's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    What were the parameters? My facility defaults to hold beta blockers for a systolic less than 90 and a heart rate less than 50 on all patients unless the physician orders another parameter. So for...
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    Syringe driver terror

    Rose_Queen replied to milly's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps that is because those on palliative care are on it because they are nearing death due to a disease process or old age? Euthanasia is the giving of medications with the intent to cease life....
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    Job asked for references, need opinions?

    Rose_Queen replied to JessicaB, LPN, RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    The charge nurse did not fulfill the role of manager or instructor while you were in school. She would be one of your other references. Your manager or instructor references should be either...
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    100% online MSN in Nursing Education

    Rose_Queen replied to nurseamy82's topic in Post Graduate Students

    There are a multitude of options for online programs, including some offered by traditional brick and mortar schools. However, it is likely that many will have a requirement for a hands on portion- my...
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    Looking for a school

    Rose_Queen replied to ris0620's topic in School, College Programs

    You should be able to find a list of approved programs on the BON website. From there, you can narrow down which ones are in your area and then research them to find admission criteria, including if...
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    Plastic Surgery RN experience good for entry into CRNA Program?

    Rose_Queen replied to crnabound4704's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    No, plastic surgery office experience will not be the experience you need for CRNA school admission. Anesthesia, while part of the OR world, is completely different from the circulating or scrub RN...
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    Need advice on PostOP B/P

    Rose_Queen replied to JKSDRN's topic in General Nursing

    What is the comparison to baseline? In order to be able to leave the recovery area and transfer to the inpatient unit, the patient needs to be considered stable. Many facilities use the Aldrete score...
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    What should I do?

    Rose_Queen replied to Pundaa's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The best path to take is something that only you can decide for you. Look at your options- what nursing schools are in the area you intend to move to? What are their requirements as far as prereqs?...
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    What should I do?

    Rose_Queen replied to Pundaa's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Nursing schools will most likely not accept credits from others schools. While the state Board of Nursing sets what must be covered in the curriculum, the schools can arrange the curriculum in the...
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    Help with essay

    Rose_Queen replied to Gabrielle1818's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    That is nowhere near enough information for anyone to attempt to provide help. What kind of essay? What part are you stuck on? Please provide some
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    ROLL CALL!!! School Nurses 2017/2018

    Rose_Queen replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Non school nurse forum stalker reporting for
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    Help with Dosage Calculation

    Rose_Queen replied to sebass19962014's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What do you think is the first step you need to take? Think about what you are doing with the powdered
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    When to apply

    Rose_Queen replied to DesertRosee's topic in General Nursing

    It would depend on the facility. Some facilities absolutely will not accept an application without a license number- the computer system doesn't allow the applicant to proceed. Others may allow...