classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. The way we ask for someone's pain level?

    classicdame replied to cmav8's topic in General Nursing

    Instead of using the word "pain", substitute with "comfort". Since the verbal pain scale is so subjective, turn it around. "On a scale of 0 -10, with 10 being Very Comfortable, how comfortable are...

  2. Not sure I want to continue!

    classicdame replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Medical-Surgical

    hospital nursing is hard. Period. I believe that prn staff have a difficult time fitting in, because they lose continuity. Your choices are wait it out or quit. Either way, unless you are really...

  3. Question about isolation precautions...

    classicdame replied to Dazglue's topic in General Nursing

    this is the sort of stuff that surveyors love. I agree with koolaid

  4. Did any one struggle with low self-esteem in nursing school?

    classicdame replied to Avill's topic in General Students

    you get confidence by accomplishment. I feel this will come once you begin working. The important thing now is to concentrate on the PATIENT, not yourself. When you take that focus off yourself you...

  5. Morton's Neuroma and Shoes

    classicdame replied to smoup's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    have you asked your doctor for advice? Consider a wider toe box or diabetic shoes. I hope there is something out there for

  6. Endocrine Class ideas

    classicdame replied to piratenurse08's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Never taught it, but I remember that it was difficult because so much information has to be learned. Kinda overwhelming. I recommend concept maps to show the relationship between endocrine and other...

  7. Math Test for every class?

    classicdame replied to kellyk21's topic in General Students

    I loved the math quizzes are they are objective while the other material seemed too subjective sometimes. Those quizzes gave me a chance to raise my grade. Labs can vary considerably. You might have a...

  8. Advice for Med Surg? ANY & ALL Advice!

    classicdame replied to Guest11/16/14's topic in General Students

    This is why a study group is helpful. You can all study alone, then come together to discuss specific topics. It helps to understand processes. As for F&E - I recommend the bood in the "made...

  9. Graduation gift ideas?

    classicdame replied to aubie.mathews's topic in General Students

    a journal for that first year to write down thoughts and record events. After the first year it will be an interesting

  10. Misread Schedule.

    classicdame replied to mollymarie3's topic in General Nursing

    I came in on the wrong day one time, and failed to come in at all another time. Fortunately, those two times were far apart. It happens. I find it helpful not to depend on my memory. For instance, I...

  11. Peer recognition program

    classicdame replied to inko1986's topic in General Nursing

    I learned something recently about the difference between compliment and praise. A compliment is a gesture from someone and is THEIR gift to you. You do not have to agree with the compliment but just...

  12. Do you remember the moment?

    classicdame replied to BeansMama's topic in General Students

    got a divorce. Needed a job that would support me. In last semester of nursing school I felt I was in the right place. I found my

  13. Clinical Care Extender Intership? Advice?

    classicdame replied to LMO12's topic in General Students

    geez Louise. Why so many hours for free? What are you going to receive for this internship? Does it automatically give you a job after you graduate? I think it is more important to concentrate on...

  14. Fused joints

    classicdame replied to mskranky's topic in General Students

    Give it a try. As for shoes - let the MD or a podiatrist make a recommendation. Might even get insurance to pay for it that

  15. imposter syndrome

    classicdame replied to suni's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    an article on this exists in the ANA publication as well. I think we all felt like imposters when we first began working. If you do an educational offering consider ways to get out of that type of...

  16. BSN failed NCLEX twice, what jobs are in demand?

    classicdame replied to WorldTravelingYogi's topic in Nursing Career

    you are still a nursing graduate. That might make you eligible to work as monitor tech, challenge the LVN exam and get licensed, work for Doctors Without Borders in another capacity. I wish you all...

  17. Size matters? (IV question)

    classicdame replied to theantichick's topic in General Nursing

    size matters sometimes - we all know that it is preferable to use larger bores for blood products and vesicant drugs. What irritates me is not learning to access veins away from the antecubital space...

  18. Obligation to respond: what is your take?

    classicdame replied to kRN0512's topic in General Nursing

    I would not intervene if the situation is being handled appropriately. Otherwise, call for help and announce to victim or parent that you are a nurse and offer to assist. Not much you can do

  19. Can a physician deny an order to transport from LTC?

    classicdame replied to anangelsmommy's topic in General Nursing

    this may differ from state to state, but in general an LTC facility is a "residence". The MD is like a family doctor in some regards. They come to see the patient, sometimes the patient goes to the MD...

  20. People really believe this????

    classicdame replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    It is so much fun to read these posts and see how far off topic some of the responses have been. Like the old game of

  21. Broken leg care plan please help

    classicdame replied to JoJoJoJo's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I am going to state the obvious. Get your textbook. Take one topic at a time and determine how to respond to the questions. Make a list of all the things you will be looking for in regards to care for...

  22. what to take into consideration when you covering for the regular nurse

    classicdame replied to lavidarosa's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would assume I was the only nurse this patient ever had and start with a really good evaluation. I do not understand why a pt at home would be any different that in the hospital, except for...

  23. I have an interview. Help!!!!

    classicdame replied to aerorunner80's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Our lactation consultant meets with new Moms who have questions about breastfeeding. We do childbirth education classes before delivery, and this nurse has a presentation for that. She has developed...

  24. Transitioning from Doctors Office to Hosital Setting..Tips?

    classicdame replied to TrissRN726's topic in General Nursing

    I managed that transition. The biggest problem I had was getting used to NO MD being around to answer my questions. Another difference is that you will be with the patient for several hours, versus...

  25. People really believe this????

    classicdame replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    had nothing to do with nomenclature. Her complaint was that the DNP candidate did not know the scope of practice for the degree she is