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My nursing class has been given a mentor. This woman has been through the first semester of classes, but "did not do as well as she would have liked" and is repeating the entire smester. On the clinical roster she has been designated as a mentor. I ...

Thank you, everyone for your help. To answer the question from Loubell - she failed and she is still failing "only missed the last test by one point," yet she still seems to think she is part of the faculty. She disrupts class, answers all questions...

Nursing Fundamentals - the instructor (masters degree) read the entire chapter, every class. She didn't read well, lot's of stumbling, mispronunciation of words, etc. When she wasn't reading, she was threatening the class with what she would accept ...

IMHO - Fire the doctor and anyone else that was responsible for the error, revoke licenses and certifications and make sure they NEVER work in health care again. I am tired of listening to the malpractice insurance blues. The insurance rates go up ev...

In the near future, paramedics will be required to have an associates degree, just like RNs. So you will spend 2 - 3 years in school, be out the same amount of money for your education expense and probably make less as a paramedic. The career ladder...

White, see- through polyester pants with a stitched crease, burgundy top that snaps and a gray smock jacket with snaps (optional). It's not the prettiest color combination, but not as bad as it could be. Repeat after me, it's only 2 days a week. Anni...

Last I heard, ER attendants did not have the right to diagnose. I agree with Vegas. Annie

That is terrific. I hope you celebrated! Annie

My experience with CISD has always been positive. The debriefings, led by a trained team, are confidential and allow you to express your feelings. Only those that are involved are allowed in the debriefing/ defusing. That means no supervisors, manage...

There is a hospital run day care at KING'S DAUGHTERS HOSPITAL in Ashland KY. I do not know if it is 24 hours. I believe they have partnered with the YMCA in some capacity. Perhaps you could contact King's Daughters for more accurate information. Good...

Thanks, Betty, for bringing up this topic. A few weeks ago, my sister had a double transplant. The ONLY problem she had during her hospital stay was ans asthma attack when an SICU nurse walked into her area to pick up an extra blanket for another pt....

The action was inappropriate. You are right to request a debriefing. Perhaps the disciplinary process will be defused during the debriefing and withdrawn. It should be addressed during the debriefing while you are in a protected environment. Good luc...

Brandy, I am really happy for you. I just want you to know that the adventure is just beginning....hang on and enjoy it! Annie

Way to go, angelina!! You're on your way____________ Annie

Just came back from a week in Lexington at UK Hospital. My sister received a double transplant ( kidney & pancreas). Had no contact with the ER, but the transplant and SICU nurses were unbelievable. What a TEAM. It was like a dream. One nurse sai...

Have you tried touching your bones while you are studying? I always put them in an order that makes sense to me (shoulder to fingers/ hip to toes), follow the bones down my arm and repeat it as many times as I have to until I remember it. You could ...

I agree with your daughter. enjoy the time off. Don't get caught up in an old job, just move on to the next one. Annie

It sounds like you just figured it all out. That is great. Keep up the good work. I hope you feel better soon.

After having 3 babies in the hospital and 2 at home, I would rather have a baby in a cab than at a hospital. I could go for the birthing center if there were really no "routine episiotomies, internal monitors, etc." In this area the c/s rate is ri...

Sheryl, I am glad Maryanne has started her treatments, I hope they go quickly and she goes into remission after the first phase. Your family is in my prayers. Tell her that is the best smile I've seen in a long time!

Happy Birthday. It sounds like it is a great one, hope this year is too.

A friend of mine receives IV chelation therapy on a weekly basis. He has cardiovascular problems (multiple) and a Hx of abd aneurism. He does receive a mega dose of vitamin C (IV) as part of the therapy. He thinks it is great and says it has helped h...

Allergy to hair conditioner or shampoo? I have problems with some conditioners, can't seem to isolate an ingredient, probably the fragrance. Hope you figure this out soon, I know how aggravating it can be. Good Lck.

I've always heard you need to drink twice as much water as the caffeinated beverages you drink. When I decided to give up caffeine I would drink the 2 glasses of water first, before allowing myself the coke or tea or coffee. I rarely made it to the ...

Sheryl, You and Mayanne are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope the next few days and months go well and Maryanne gets well quickly. Please take very good care of yourself. Maryanne needs a healthy and energetic mother now more than ever to see her th...