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    reactivating NJ RN license

    chare replied to EverYBeaTCounTs's topic in General Nursing

    You're not going to have to retake the NCLEX. You can apply to reactivate your original NJ RN license. If you are currently licensed in TX, and have been working as an RN during your absence...
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    12 and 1/2 hours with only 30 minutes for lunch

    chare replied to blenderbottle's topic in General Students

    No, you're not. As elkpark noted this pertains to employees, and it should be noted that many states don't mandate either breaks or a lunch
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    When they're SO sure they're right...

    chare replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, that's quite the horse of a different
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    When they're SO sure they're right...

    chare replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, they can, at least if it's a head CT. It's not as detailed as one done in a scanner, but if the patient is too unstable or unable to transport, it is an
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    Dosage calculations tutor needed

    chare replied to Losa's topic in General Nursing

    While I agree with AnnieOakley, there are many here willing to help if you have difficulty with a problem or problems. When you post the problem take care that the information you post is accurate...
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    Is it jealousy ??

    chare replied to JaxsRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    No, he/she
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    Choking infant - Don't look in mouth at all?

    chare replied to Lemon Bars's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    From the Relief of FBAO section of the 2010 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Science Pediatric Basic Life
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    chest tubes

    chare replied to FutureNurse0201's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    A Personal Guide to Managing Chest
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    Legal issues with AA or NA

    chare replied to RN0904's topic in Nurses Recovery

    No, not a violation of your constitutional
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    Is this considered a restraint?

    chare replied to Firefly29's topic in General Nursing

    I have to disagree. When CMS refers to restraints to facilitate a procedure, I don't think they envisioned taking a "blanket/sheet and tuck[ing] it around their arms to keep the arms from moving" or...
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    SC Board of Nursing says I have to give up my NC license?

    chare replied to ChristopherB's topic in General Nursing

    I'm impressed. You resurrected a 7 year old thread, to chide a member that hasn't posted in 6
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    Is this considered a restraint?

    chare replied to Firefly29's topic in General Nursing

    Whether it's a restraint, or not, depends. If the patient consents, and being confused doesn't necessarily negate her or his ability to consent, then no, this isn't a restraint. If he or she isn't...
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    Being rehired after not giving s 2 week notice.

    chare replied to Nursedee1's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If HR told you that you were placed on a do not rehire list, then you have your answer as they are the gatekeeper that must allow you entry. Best
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    Long hair at the bedside

    chare replied to kakamegamama's topic in General Nursing

    Deleted.
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    Can I become a Nurse Practitioner with an ADN and a bachelors degree in psychology?

    chare replied to C1trine2013's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Yes, there are programs that will accept you with an ADN. If you complete an internet search using either "ADN to MSN" or "ADN to nurse practitioner" you will find many. Best
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    Need A Good Army Recruiter

    chare replied to techraider77's topic in Government, Military

    You need to make certain that you are working with someone doing officer accessions, preferably healthcare officer accessions, and not a general Army recruiter. There are a few members that are active...
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    PEDIATRIC MATH

    chare replied to Jamesryan's topic in Pediatric

    In practice, whether you round the volume to be administered to 0.1 mL or 0.01 mL is going to depend on the graduation marks of the syringe that you have available, and not whether the patient is an...
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    Can someone who knows PA cath's dumb this down for me?

    chare replied to chefjaxx's topic in MICU, SICU

    During spontaneous ventilation intrathoracic pressure is lowest during inspiration, and highest during exhalation. For the patient being mechanically ventilated this is reversed, intrathoracic...
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    nclex and work

    chare replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    If you keep doing practice questions and your scores are progressively getting lower and lower, then stop now. At this point they aren't doing you any good, especially if you keep stressing over the...
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    nclex and work

    chare replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    Never a good idea, particularly if you hope to be offered, or have already accepted a position at that facility. direw0lf, as previous posters suggested, you shouldn't need to take a week to either...
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    Coworker had a needle stick, HR is not supportive

    chare replied to mc-escher's topic in General Nursing

    You always need to remember this: Like your state's board of nursing, human resources is not an advocate for the employee, they're there to protect the employer. Best wishes to your friend as she...
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    New Grad RN Residencies

    chare replied to Kristy96's topic in General Students

    The new graduate residency at my facility starts twice yearly, in January and June, with the application period generally opening in September and January respectively. These dates generally coincide...
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    Dosage calculation rounding pediatrics

    chare replied to Jamesryan's topic in General Nursing

    Your ability to accurately round is limited to the graduations of the device you are using. If you're using a syringe graduated in 0.2 mL increments, you can accurately draw up a volume rounded to...
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    Certifications

    chare replied to Jf1421's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Gerontological Nursing Certification (RN-BC) |
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    Why would a nurse push IV potassium?

    chare replied to Nsco2018's topic in General Nursing

    And your point