Katnip RN

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    High blood pressure

    Katnip replied to PopeJane3rd's topic in General Nursing

    They don't call HTN the "silent killer" for
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    The word NO

    Katnip replied to SBehanna's topic in General Nursing

    Abscence of edema, lower exremities WNL, things like that. For wheezing, lung sounds clear, abscence of
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    Do undocumented aliens end up getting after receiving emergency care?

    Katnip replied to DolceVita's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know that hospitals report them to the INS. Probably
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    Do I need a certain personality to work in the ER?

    Katnip replied to ExaltedNurse's topic in Emergency

    Without actually knowing you, it's hard to say. I worked in ED, and am thinking about going back. The ADD thing might be an asset or a hinderance. I have ADD, don't take meds and did ok. It's both...
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    Another nurse got fired because of me.

    Katnip replied to arelle68's topic in General Nursing

    She didn't ge fired because of you. She got fired for a serious med error and falsifying
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    Are You Using the Right Mask?

    Katnip replied to indigo girl's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Thanks for posting the link. Indigo, yeah it was done in conjunction with the CDC. Not sure what will come of this because each facility will determine what they'll do. I think what's driving this is...
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    Dodo Birds We all Know and Work With

    Katnip replied to Vito Andolini's topic in General Nursing

    You know, I'm pretty sure every hospital will have a policy regarding use of gloves as part of hand hygiene and will spell out when they are to be used. Look it up. If all these people are refusing...
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    Never seen anything quite like it (the things visitors do...)

    Katnip replied to NurseKatie08's topic in General Nursing

    Was coding an 8 year old in the ED when another patient's dad wanted the popsicle we promised his son
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    Transferring license

    Katnip replied to trishaa187's topic in General Nursing

    You'll need to check your BON site to make sure, but as long as you pay the annual fee and meet the CE requirements, it should stay
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    Are You Using the Right Mask?

    Katnip replied to indigo girl's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Actually, in the US APIC (the infection control association here) just came out with the recommendation that HCWs working with H1N1 patients wear regular surgical masks. N-95 respirators should only...
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    Becoming an RN...need advice, please?

    Katnip replied to SamAcct's topic in General Nursing

    At this time it's more difficult for a new grad to get a job anywhere, including here in Maryland, but it is doable. By the time you're done with school the market may be opened up more. Being a male...
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    short answer is "NO"!

    Katnip replied to oramar's topic in Disaster Preparation

    The question about the timing of employment is a good one. I honestly don't know how they plan to do that. As far as the math, I'm hoping that when they say doses, they actually mean the entire...
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    short answer is "NO"!

    Katnip replied to oramar's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Anyone else get the priority list for the vaccine from the CDC? Pregnant women People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age Health care and emergency services personnel...
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    Do people treat you different when they find out you are a nurse?

    Katnip replied to beachbutterfly's topic in General Nursing

    We do save lives. We clean up poop too, but we really do save lives. When someone tells me that "I'm just a..." with the you save lives part, it's kind of humbling. But I always tell them that they...
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    Abuse and Neglect

    Katnip replied to laronda134's topic in General Nursing

    OIG list? No, it's not abuse and neglect. It's a med error. Did someone tell you it's
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    What is the order of removing Contact Precaution material?

    Katnip replied to ktbeth104's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Here is the latest from the CDC. Gloves go off first. http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/sars/pdf/ppeposter148.pdf It used to be gloves off last, but after SARS that changed when they found that method was...
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    What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

    Katnip replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

    This is a fantastic
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    How Will This Impact the Nursing Profession

    Katnip replied to newtress's topic in General Nursing

    It could also make nursing more recession-proof because fewer people would lose insurance when they lose their jobs. Payments to hospitals may be lower but there would be far fewer paying nothing at...
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    RN- Job Help/ Fear

    Katnip replied to hannahmarie's topic in General Nursing

    To answer the second question first, you'll be exposed to doing and seeing this so often you'll probably become immune to the idea. Besides, it's a lot easier to stick someone than to get stuck. As...
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    How would a nurse mgr view this situation in interview?

    Katnip replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, it is ok to bring it up during the interview and if they agree, ask for it in writing. Once you're hired, depending on how they schedule vacations you may not get that time period you want....
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    I can't handle it when kittens die...how can I be a nurse?

    Katnip replied to cherubhipster's topic in General Nursing

    I'm the same way. I tend to fall apart when an animal dies. I can deal much better with human death, even infants. Shore yourself up with your own solid spiritual beliefs, whatever they may be. That...
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    What's so stressful about working 3, 12hr shifts?

    Katnip replied to ArtisticAthlete's topic in General Nursing

    Those 12 hour shifts are long. It's not just the physical exhaustion. There's always an emotional and intellectual component. You have to be on your toes and alert that entire time. If you're lucky in...
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    True? --> "RN's Can Work 3Days/Wk And Make A Good Salary!"

    Katnip replied to ArtisticAthlete's topic in General Nursing

    It's difficult to say what's hard about nursing because different people perceive it differently. But in many places working conditions are extremely poor. Hospitals are understaffed most of the time....
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    renewing license

    Katnip replied to adpiRN's topic in General Nursing

    You'll definitely need to check with your state. In Maryland we get an email notification a couple of months before it expires. Here, I think if you let it lapse you've got a three month grace period...
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    "malpractice" insurance for nurses?

    Katnip replied to maxcat's topic in General Nursing

    Some insurances will also cover you if you're volunteering. From what I understand, not all do. Also, if you're reported to the BON for any reason, legitimate or not, you policy may cover at least...