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    It's still mild right?

    Katnip replied to peace_solace's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Didn't the CDC say that from this point on we should be hanging on to out stores of Tamiflu and Relenza and only giving it to pregnant women and those at high risk with chronic illnesses, etc? It sure...
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    Smart to get licensed in compact state first?? Plz advise

    Katnip replied to 09NewGrad's topic in General Nursing

    You have to hold the license in the state of your primary residence. So if you moved to Nebraska you will need a Nebraska license. But if you live in one compact state and commute to another, you just...
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    End of Nurse's Week

    Katnip posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, all. The CEO of our organization posts a weekly essay that is usually very inspirational to me. Last week he posted a rerun of one of his "meditations" for nurse's week called "The Mapmakers"...
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    correct terms

    Katnip replied to nebrgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I tend to use died. It's simple and straight forward. When I hear expired I think of expired coupons or a can of tuna or something. "Passed on" is ok with me, particularly with families who have some...
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    Dog walker?

    Katnip replied to yetanotheramanda's topic in General Nursing

    I believe the ADA says you cannot deny the dog access, but it is not legally the staff's responsibility to take care of it. I have a copy of the regulation at work, so I can't say for
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    12 Lead ECG in CEN

    Katnip replied to gs1976's topic in Emergency

    It's the certification for emergency
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    I'm Just a Nurse

    Katnip replied to BookwormRN's topic in General Nursing

    I like the poem. I think the vast majority of nurses, have at least once, been referred to as "just a nurse." The term is usually used to degrade the role of nurses everywhere. The poem has taken that...
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    Swine flu raises fear of pandemic - Adults and Children

    Katnip replied to oramar's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Our hospital has daily meetings with all our corporate entities, in state and out. We are solidifying our pandemic plans and are informing staff, patients, and residents what's going on with simple...
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    Swine flu raises fear of pandemic - Adults and Children

    Katnip replied to oramar's topic in Disaster Preparation

    This is a suspected case, not confirmed. If someone has an acute respiratory infection and meet certain criteria, it is considered suspicious. The state then tests the specimen and determines if it...
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    Swine flu raises fear of pandemic - Adults and Children

    Katnip replied to oramar's topic in Disaster Preparation

    And I bet ole Randall is out there somewhere biding his time. Give me zombies any
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    Swine flu raises fear of pandemic - Adults and Children

    Katnip replied to oramar's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Great little map you found there, Thanks. I work in infection control in my psych hospital. My phone rings a
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    Swine flu raises fear of pandemic - Adults and Children

    Katnip replied to oramar's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Actually WHO has us at Phase 3, and is considering declaring a Phase 4, which means it could be the beginning of a pandemic since this virus is transmissable human-to-human. This doesn't mean that the...
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    when what client says conflicts with med chart

    Katnip replied to smartnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

    They are refusing care that was ordered by the physician on behalf of their child. Document each and every word, and let the physician
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    Question about Med/Surg...

    Katnip replied to LauraLiz's topic in General Nursing

    I would say the one that interests you the most. You'll learn a lot in both types of unites. If you go to a med/surge unit, you'll likely get both types at some point,
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    Stressing a little/a lot

    Katnip replied to gma85's topic in General Nursing

    You should call the BON in Georgia and see if they will require a refresher course before being allowed to work. Not being military, I am not sure about this part, but I think most bases have some...
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    SNOTTY MA claiming to be a nurse!!!!

    Katnip replied to KY RN's topic in General Nursing

    there have been cases where cnas and other non-licensed personnel have given advice to patients and the patient died or suffered other harm because of it. one case that comes to mind happened several...
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    Self-scheduling

    Katnip replied to HURN's topic in General Nursing

    I would go to the other units and see how they are doing theirs since it can give continuity throughout the hospital. One of the most important things will be to have someone in charge of the schedule...
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    Discharge

    Katnip replied to tknrn's topic in Emergency

    As long as that policy is in place you'd better be following it. It will take only one discharged patient to slip in the lobby and hurt himself to get the discharging nurse into serious trouble. Push...
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    HELP with nursing credential order

    Katnip replied to mzjennx's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    It goes BSN, RN, and later any other certification credentials. Degree goes first. My professors explained it that it goes by the credential that's most difficult to lose. You aren't going to lose the...
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    Are casual staffers eligible for ST disability benefits?

    Katnip replied to wonderbee's topic in General Nursing

    You would have to check with your hospital policy about whether or not you get that benefit, but if you're PRN, most likely you are not covered unless you pay for the insurance
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    Mispronouncing medications

    Katnip replied to californiaRNstudent's topic in General Nursing

    You can always blame it on differences of regional dialect, or you nursing school instructor's
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    My Needlestick, I'm crazy!

    Katnip replied to level1_traumaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Silly question, but I can't tell from the post. Did you stick yourself before or after you stuck her? I'm assuming after, but I still like to clarify. Yes, you should have reported it it, no matter...
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    How does your hospital deal with patient valuables/money??

    Katnip replied to BigSurKay's topic in General Nursing

    We routinely have two staff members count the money in front of the patient on admission. There is a form that lists all the belongings and money the patient comes in with and a staff member and the...
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    How Do I Research Persons for In Home Care for My Aging Father?

    Katnip replied to michelle.json's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Call your county Agency on Aging, or similar department. They have social workers who can help you untangle these
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    I have a question..

    Katnip replied to TCLA's topic in General Nursing

    Right now many nursing schools are difficult to get into. They've become very competitive, but some are increasing their class size. A lot depends on where you live. The best thing to do is check the...