classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. why record lab results in the nurse's note

    classicdame replied to Pediatricjo's topic in General Nursing

    We have computer charting. When labs are resulted the nurse has to click on each line indicating the report was acknowledged. Each line will be the name of the test, like CBC, not each value. It is...

  2. Stolen cards

    classicdame replied to SunshineDaisy's topic in General Nursing

    you contact your instructor who will then contact the Training Center to which they are aligned. The Training Center will verify your right to hold a card and will issue another for a fee. We charge...

  3. Book recommendation?

    classicdame replied to AMR21's topic in General Nursing

    The Everlasting Life of Henrietta Lacks. THe Disappearing Spoon (how the elements on the periodic table were named. More interesting than it sounds) Sulfa: The First Antibiotic I tend to like the...

  4. [Blank] Made Incredibly Easy! - book series

    classicdame replied to GracyMae's topic in General Students

    THey are great for review, but not depth in learning. I have

  5. I can't afford Kaplan or Hurst review class. What are other ways to prepare?

    classicdame replied to umslalum's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I could not afford them either. I used study guides (books) and a study group. It is important to practice the test-taking as the language of the tests is not like speaking, and you need to quickly...

  6. Online Universities

    classicdame replied to Just I's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    the HR people are getting wiser. YES. Online programs are great. You can learn anything online that you can in a traditional classroom and you have options to ask questions, do group projects, etc. My...

  7. GRADUATED!!! Do I call myself RN yet?

    classicdame replied to Nurse-84's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    say "graduate nurse" and then explain the licensure thingy if you have to. SOON this will not be an issue.

  8. What was your GPA when you were accepted into the BSN program?

    classicdame replied to supermom.of.3's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Does not matter what mine was - all that matters is do YOU have what that school wants. Mine wanted a 3.5 but I had 3.0. I was allowed to enroll because I had "A" in some key courses. Also, I had...

  9. Statistics class.

    classicdame replied to JRich's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I worried about this class because it sounded too complex for me. Then I took it - in BSN and MSN programs! I enjoyed it because you learn how to apply math to real-life situations. They gave us the...

  10. RN to BSN questions

    classicdame replied to mgalano's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Check with your state BON to see if the cschool you are interested in is "approved". Most are. Check also with your state schools. They are

  11. Preceptor/orientee experiences?

    classicdame replied to ejunRn78's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    this is a lot of information for someone to put in this format. I recommend you go to Survey Monkey, create a free survey and put the link on this website. Good luck on your

  12. Liability risk?

    classicdame replied to DnCali's topic in General Nursing

    I write policies based on our states' nurse practice act and guidelines from various associations. For instance, I am revising one now on central lines and am using the NPA plus the Infusion Nurse...

  13. Decision about School...

    classicdame replied to Belle87's topic in General Nursing

    well, you still would not be an MD. Why don't you apply to medical school? If that is not an option, the nurse practitioner is a great career, but you will not be really content unless you are working...

  14. Afraid to be a CNA!

    classicdame replied to admiralqueenie's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    a general lack of confidence will cause the anxiety you describe. Once you have some experience under your belt you will gain confidence. I believe this job could help you be a better

  15. Husband and wife working together

    classicdame replied to JinnyLynn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Talk to HR but I believe that is for sure the standard, and may be a law. The way we got around that was to have one of the couple on a different

  16. Should I Stay Or Should I Go????

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

    setting yourself up for a lot of anxiety if you do the accelerated while working. Also incurring more cost. Remember, you have the REST OF YOUR LIFE to be a

  17. Can someone give me their opinion on this nursing question?

    classicdame replied to Olivia Ann's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think because it was multiple choice your priority is always patient safety/care. With only the choices you gave I would choose "give the medication". HOWEVER, all the respondents are correct -...

  18. After Hypoglycemia

    classicdame replied to kayvary's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    the lesson from this --- every pt is different. Plan for the worst and pray for the

  19. How do Hospitals save money changing 12 hr shifts into 8 hrs?

    classicdame replied to Adenosine6's topic in General Nursing

    Let us assume that more employees will be needed to cover on 8-hr shifts vs. 12-hours. The cost of benefits will be increased as that is a fixed number for each employee. So the way to save is to...

  20. Who reads your mantoux (PPD) test?

    classicdame replied to psu_213's topic in General Nursing

    any RN in our facility can read it. I think the employee health nurse is making extra work for him/herself. Maybe they want to be sure the paperwork is done

  21. Immunizations

    classicdame replied to sweetstrwbrry1's topic in General Students

    you could have finished it last week and still not be immune. That is why titers have to be drawn. Check the CDC website, but I believe their is no life-long immunity to Hep

  22. Afraid

    classicdame replied to lucretia37's topic in General Students

    fear is normal. You are already ahead of the game because you are aware of the fear. Use that energy to gain confidence as you begin to accomplish your goals. We have all experienced it one time or...

  23. Do I stand a chance? TWU Houston -UT Health Houston

    classicdame replied to destinys9's topic in General Students

    I do not know what the admission qualifications are for either school, but I would certainly not give up. Consider making an appointment with an advisor from the school. That is what they do -

  24. "For-profit" schools... As bad as they say?

    classicdame replied to eyesopen_mouthshut's topic in General Students

    every school is for profit. Some just build the profit into their budget so they are not taxed on it. Every business has to make a profit in order to remain in business. Is there some other criteria...

  25. May 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    classicdame replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

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