classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. ASN or BSN ????

    classicdame replied to Dyoungbl001's topic in General Students

    got my BSN after years of working as ADN. Automatic $1/hr pay increase, which meant that in just a short time I had "paid" for my degree. Later got MSN to change duties. I learned in every level. But...

  2. What should I know about a left ventricle assistant device (LVAD)?

    classicdame replied to loubeav's topic in General Nursing

    I recently had Thoratec come out to train our staff (nursing, RT, lab, anyone who would attend). They have training videos on their website, but they pertain MOSTLY to the staff who work in the...

  3. Grad School Question

    classicdame replied to francoml's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You might contact the CRNA schools you are considering and ask about requirements or other asistance. We would not

  4. Doctor texting order turned into a nightmare

    classicdame replied to Scotthudson1966's topic in General Nursing

    We are not allowed to text orders or ANYTHING pertaining to a patient. MD can

  5. "Can't be a nurse if you suck as a waitress."

    classicdame replied to bonjournurse2b's topic in General Students

    could be new job anxiety or new bad job work environment. Do not automatically compare the two careers. I will tell you that you will have a period as a new grad when nursing will be overwhelming. We...

  6. Struggling to meet the bare minimum in one class...need support

    classicdame replied to EmilyEmily's topic in General Students

    sounds like you are focusing on how you feel, not how to change the situation. There are good suggestions here. Are you willing to try any? Consider HIRING a

  7. Safest + convenient method for blood transfusion

    classicdame replied to Maddy_Rose's topic in Medical-Surgical

    dedicated lines serve another purpose. The American Asso of Blood Banks recommend that tubing be changed every four hours. So if you hang a unit and it infuses in less than four hours the temptation...

  8. hypoglycemia question...

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

    Think about fire. Carbs burn like matches - hot and fast Protein burns like logs - slower over a longer period of time. So carbs get energy up, but protein keeps it

  9. Looking for chest tube competency

    classicdame replied to suni's topic in General Nursing

    I recommend contacting the company that makes the brand of drainage systems your facility uses. The rep generally is able to get me those type things. If nothing else, the "how to" directions can be...

  10. Fluids to help a vomiting patient?

    classicdame replied to nurs1ng's topic in Patient Medications

    You want an isotonic fluid so NS is generally preferred. The cells are getting dehydrated. Sometimes they add K+ Hypotonic fluids will bring water from the cells to the blood vessel - and dehydrate...

  11. What is considered a large hospital??

    classicdame replied to SiempreBella's topic in General Nursing

    depends on who is asking. We are considered rural by CMS because of the population in our area, but our beds are around 400, which is not tiny by any

  12. Vision Requirements?

    classicdame replied to Davis9395's topic in General Nursing

    As a professional you should know when you are not able to do your job. If your job description does not require a specific visual acuity I would not be concerned, unless you know that you have...

  13. Who is "essential personnel" in a state of emergency at a skilled nursing facility?

    classicdame replied to rmp17's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a medium sized hospital and we do define "essential" by job title. However, we PREFER that everyone who can show will do

  14. Rant: sick of MAs

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

    I used to work for MD's who thought anyone without their level of education was stupid anyway so they did not expect professional behavior. I agree, it brings down the whole clinic. You may have to...

  15. Rounding on patients at night

    classicdame replied to proud nurse's topic in General Nursing

    sleep is beneficial to healing. Don't wake me up to ask me about pain. I will let you

  16. Im a male and want to be a nurse

    classicdame replied to Smith5's topic in Men in Nursing

    Good start. I do recommend BSN if you have time and money because you will not regret it. Texas is a pretty big place. but I live in East Texas and we have good opportunities here. I also recommend...

  17. Glucometer to use on multiple patients

    classicdame replied to CrunchRN's topic in General Nursing

    why don't you contact a marketing rep for Bayer or another type of equipment? They will probably give you the meter and maybe even give you strips. At least you save $60 or more on the meter. Lancets...

  18. Where do i go from here?

    classicdame replied to chiariwarrior's topic in General Nursing

    I doubt you could safely do patient care if it involves any lifting. Maybe in a clinic where patients are expected to be ambulatory? Sorry you are having these issues. Hope someone has good options to...

  19. Did you revise your care plan?

    classicdame replied to NotMyProblem MSN's topic in General Nursing

    pain management is so tricky. For one thing, spiritual and emotional pain can actually HURT, and frequent flyers probably do have pain of some sort. I would create my plan so that the outcome would be...

  20. Patient Right To Refuse Room Change ?

    classicdame replied to ruger71's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    so many factors to consider - all previously stated. Bottom line, we do what we have to do to accommodate the most people and sometimes that is inconvienent. The hospital is not a hotel. If patient...

  21. Ethical Question About Pacemaker

    classicdame replied to Nursingbride12's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    OP: You keep referring to the patient as "them". Is this a subconscious referral to the entire family and their

  22. Ethical Question About Pacemaker

    classicdame replied to Nursingbride12's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Allowing someone to die is part of nursing (palliative care when ordered). Making someone die is murder. Sounds like the ethics committee needs to be

  23. Your opinion

    classicdame replied to gissellew's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    why would anyone be that concerned about what the nurse thinks? If this is related to employment or insurance benefits HR and an MD would be responsible for making comments, not the nurse. I feel you...

  24. Hospital professional liability coverage?

    classicdame replied to bobs201's topic in General Nursing

    do not plan on the hospital paying premiums for your benefit. You need your own insurance. The hospital's policy is there to protect them, not

  25. New Grad Nervousness, is this normal?

    classicdame replied to EMEddie's topic in General Nursing

    you are absolutely normal. Once you land a job your anxiety will continue till you gain confidence and accept that you will never be perfect. One day at a