classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. Should I be afraid to have a patients life in my hands?

    classicdame replied to Cieritaqt's topic in General Students

    You do not have that much power. You can attempt to control a death or you can cause a death, but ultimately, you are not in

  2. Failed boards 5 times?

    classicdame replied to icemanof92's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    another thought - maybe nursing is not for her. It could be more than text anxiety. How will she recall the information when doing patient care if she cannot do it now? Nursing is SO MUCH MORE than...

  3. Attn: RN Preceptors - questions for you

    classicdame replied to BrooklynRN11201's topic in General Nursing

    Ask questions. Find out the rationales behind decisions. Be willing to help. Put your cellphone on silence and only access it during a break and while out of public view. Read up on...

  4. Who are PCTs accountable to?

    classicdame replied to StephanieZie's topic in General Nursing

    Depends on whether or not they are certified in their state. If not, they follow the job description of the employer. If so, the job description should comply with rules from the certifying agency...

  5. Was your education worth it?

    classicdame replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in General Nursing

    I managed to get thru with scholarships and tuition reimbursement. However, I do think you could sit down and calculate the cost/benefit and come up with a solution. Might need help from financial...

  6. Is nursing hard on a marriage?

    classicdame replied to Wannabeeinscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    each spouse has to be flexible. But that is true in any relationship. Can't be 50-50. Each has to give

  7. Half a nurse :) two semesters to go

    classicdame replied to Camwill's topic in General Students

    it really is an enurance test - if you are halfway there you are

  8. When is high too high?

    classicdame replied to Maddy_Rose's topic in Medical-Surgical

    trust your instincts. The numbers are not as important as the fact there was a significant difference in the range. Yes, call MD and expect to get EKG done and maybe frequent vitals plus what ever...

  9. Nurse Coding Career - Information Needed

    classicdame replied to Sarah27's topic in General Nursing

    I recommend you talk to potential employers to find out what they want and expect. You will have to be persistent before you can talk to someone who is kind enough to take the time with you, but they...

  10. Question for Allergy Clinic Nurses

    classicdame replied to Marshall1's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    I think it ought to be investigated. You can make an anonymous report to

  11. Giving injections to babies

    classicdame replied to Dragonstrike's topic in General Nursing

    Tell them that in the hospital pediatric nurses work in teams when a procedure of any kind is being done. Please don't be offended, but I think your employer should require pediatric experience, in...

  12. Hypoglycemia Mystery Theater

    classicdame replied to solneeshka's topic in General Nursing

    We never hold Lantus even for surgery or NPO because it provides the basal insulin needed for body function. People wrongly assume it acts like regular insulin. We never give rapid acting insulin at...

  13. What does dependent position for detached retina mean???

    classicdame replied to snowyeyes2's topic in General Nursing

    The detached retina is being held in place by a gas bubble or maybe lasered tissue. Put the bubble on the trouble. Gas rises, so for the bubble to be against the tissue the OPPOSITE side has to be...

  14. Giving injections to babies

    classicdame replied to Dragonstrike's topic in General Nursing

    Someone needs to help hold. The proper way to hold is to hold the JOINT, so the leg does not move. Otherwise, too much pressure can be asserted and the baby gets injured. Depending on size of baby you...

  15. Question

    classicdame replied to lynds80's topic in General Nursing

    no, you do not need med surg experience in those jobs. The employer will consider any experience a plus, but the practice differs so much that you will need to be trained anyway. Good

  16. It really annoys me when nurses say they are going to go to med school...

    classicdame replied to megank5183's topic in General Nursing

    Have an MD who was once an L&D nurse. She says she got tired of not being able to make decisions on her own, so she went to medical school. Great to work with

  17. CNA teaching aids

    classicdame replied to pabner33j's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    put vaseline on the glasses to simulate cataracts. Use a wheelchair in a rocky area or when confronted with steps and stairs. Cover hands and fingers with tape to make them bulky, then try to open...

  18. finding a preceptor

    classicdame replied to lefrench123's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    call staff educators in other facilities and try to get contacts from them GOOD

  19. getting a C in 2 pre- reqs for nursing.

    classicdame replied to 2016hun's topic in General Students

    My BSN program required A's in specific courses, but B's were acceptable in others. That was the

  20. OB and peds textbooks? for test out

    classicdame replied to beckyboo1's topic in General Students

    I recommend you go to the library of a local nursing school (or two). They probably have copies of the required reading and texts. Ask the librarian. You won't be allowed to check them out probably,...

  21. is this real life?!?!

    classicdame replied to katiebry1031's topic in General Students

    Congratulations and welcome to the nursing

  22. Working weekend option (2-16's)

    classicdame replied to pinkiepieRN's topic in General Nursing

    remember, there is evidence that too many hours increases risks of medication errors, etc. Would be hard to defend yourself if you were not getting sufficient rest and was impaired. BE

  23. Tragedy in California

    classicdame replied to Isitpossible's topic in General Nursing

    Amen I was sad when I heard about it on the news. I was sadder when I heard they were nurses. We lost some of our

  24. Tragedy in California

    classicdame replied to Isitpossible's topic in General Nursing

    A real tragedy. Prayers for the loved

  25. My aunt is a 92yo working nurse and would like to nominate her for nurse of the year

    classicdame replied to CharleneLoveBoncal's topic in General Nursing

    Please make sure she gets recognized. I would even write the White House!! They send congratulatory messages to people who have 50th wedding anniversaries and hallmark birthdays. What about your...