classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. "Flipped Classrooms" for nursing internships

    classicdame replied to CraigB-RN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    don't know where you got the 65% stat, but the quote is CLASSIC. A lot of the problem has to do with attitude (like most problems). Does the individual see nursing as a job or a

  2. Patient education

    classicdame replied to Tandoadam's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    if they understand the relationship between glucose levels and choices made. No point in checking levels if you do not intend to pay attention to the

  3. How to get out of dialysis nursing?

    classicdame replied to Marisette's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    we would beg for an ICU nurse with dialysis background. Beleive me, we would train you to do the

  4. First Pediatric Experience

    classicdame replied to n_xerra's topic in General Students

    I used to work Pedi and would start my shift standing next to the bed but in direct conversation with the parent. I would give my goals for the shift and have that "first conversation" of the evening....

  5. What caused the hypothermia?

    classicdame replied to AlphaPig's topic in General Nursing

    maybe talk to someone on the RRT or her current nurse? This could be a good learning experience for you. Of course, you will need to avoid the HIPAA gods to learn

  6. Tired of discrimination

    classicdame replied to Al.ginger's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    talk to your supervisor and ask what you can do to be considered for promotion. If you are sending negeative vibes people will not want you for manager

  7. Starting clinicals next week

    classicdame replied to icreated3's topic in General Students

    I found it helpful to WRITE DOWN a schedule and place it in a place suitable for viewing by everyone concerned (assuming kids are old enough to read). For one thing, your schedule may change. For...

  8. night/weekend nursing schools

    classicdame replied to pistolfannie's topic in General Students

    I did that with my ADN program. I was then able to keep my day job M-F in a doctor's office. You will be stressed because there is precious little time to study if you work full time, but I did it and...

  9. Going from Adult to Pediatrics

    classicdame replied to monRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is more important at this stage in your career to get a job, then get specify later. Learning to do a really good assessment and managing your time will be helpful regardless of which...

  10. Pain assessment and pain management in special populations

    classicdame replied to Flonightingal's topic in General Nursing

    do a google search and you will find MANY pain scales, and some are specific to dementia patients or non-verbal (as on respirator)

  11. Hypothetical Situation

    classicdame replied to Bortaz's topic in General Nursing

    poor judgment leads to consequences. Really stupid on the part of both parties, in my

  12. Recommendations for Nutrition book?

    classicdame replied to ldlj05's topic in General Students

    exactly - why buy something when you can look it all up on the

  13. How hard is the BLS class (CPR) ?

    classicdame replied to YourLocalAsian's topic in General Students

    most do pass. Sometimes a card is given then, but usually it is mailed to you afterwards. The instructor is allowed 30 days by AHA to provide the card and, depending on number of students and other...

  14. What is the best option?

    classicdame replied to cas0043's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    talk to the school advisor about your degree program. I have a feeling the accelerated program will suit you, but each school and each state has different requirements for

  15. 8 month old baby dies because iv line could not be accessed

    classicdame replied to ibnkoomson's topic in General Nursing

    if there was an MD present and/or someone did not call a CRNA, then I believe substandard care was provided. Don't the staff have to take

  16. Seeking advice for my senior year preceptorship experience

    classicdame replied to musicdocs's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    agree with above post. Also, ask about psychosocial issues, like family and patient support when death is imminent or how to deal with pain issues. Pain management is a big deal in acute care...

  17. Signing another nurses name

    classicdame replied to CoffeeRTC's topic in General Nursing

    better look at your Nurse Practice Act. In Texas nurses are not allowed to sign for anyone and not to co-sign unless they witness what is being documented. Everyone is responsible for their own...

  18. O2 bad if pt already 100% RA?

    classicdame replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I agree Altra. Guess I was not clear. What I really meant was that a good nursing assessment supercedes the "general rule". Documentation is vital in this

  19. Oversaturation? Why am I working short staffed?

    classicdame replied to Pudnluv's topic in General Nursing

    well, didn't Hillary Clinton say when Bill had surgery that all the nurses do is give meds and are overpaid? She was also the same one who pushed Obama into a healthcare plan which cuts reimbursements...

  20. Break Room Ideas

    classicdame replied to kms6417's topic in General Nursing

    I used to do this with my kids - give a deadline and if things were not done by then, toss it out. That means someone has to be responsible for the tossing. Maybe assign people a specific date on...

  21. Nursing Nightmares

    classicdame replied to 0.adamantite's topic in General Nursing

    that I forgot something important. Guess we all do that, as we are constantly running checklists thru our

  22. How often do you study/read up?

    classicdame replied to clover2012's topic in General Nursing

    for me - daily. I even have alerts on my email for specific topics. My state requires continuing education, but I find there are so many changes in the industry, and consumers are so educated, that it...

  23. O2 bad if pt already 100% RA?

    classicdame replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    agreed. Same reason you do not perform a chest x-ray on someone whose chief complaint is a laceration to the arm. HOWEVER, the pulse ox does not take the place of good nursing assesment. So if you can...

  24. Night shift sleep patterns?

    classicdame replied to theantichick's topic in General Nursing

    the trick for me was to keep as close as the same schedule as possible on the days I did not work. I trained friends and family not to call (they could not keep up with my schedule) till after 3 pm. I...

  25. It's my birthday! & all I want is

    classicdame replied to Jamjams's topic in General Students

    Happy Birthday. I hope you have many more. I do not know how many hours are needed for graduation now, but I wanted to let you know I started nursing at age 45. I expected to work another 20 years so...