classicdame

classicdame MSN, EdD

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  1. Scared of pediatrics rotation in the fall

    classicdame replied to DIVINELY FAVORED's topic in General Students

    My biggest challenge was learning how to separate heart/lung/bowel sounds when the diaphragm of the stethoscope was only slightly smaller than the chest. ONe of the nruses helped me and that was...

  2. Thoughts on Nursing Students Association

    classicdame replied to dsf43's topic in General Students

    I doubt it would help you get a job, but it might. I am a member of the Nurse's asso in my state and find it valuable because I learning about lobbying, new laws pertaining to my practice, and am able...

  3. 1st Needlestick

    classicdame replied to Sejl90's topic in General Nursing

    you probably are fine but I do understand your concern. I was stuck once, and the infection control nurse told me not to worry because the patient was in the low risk group. But what she did not know...

  4. So confused

    classicdame replied to WannabeNurse(:'s topic in General Nursing

    Too many times we do undertreat pain. Your experience might help you be a better nurse in the future. I hope you are better

  5. Two nurses - one marriage

    classicdame replied to mysonsmama's topic in General Nursing

    there are many married couples in my

  6. payscale for nursing educators

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

    In most of the USA states there is a baseline requirement for teaching in higher education programs. Teaching in a facility depends on that facility requirements. I will say that my MSN in Education...

  7. Studying long hours

    classicdame replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    agree with above post. Also, whatever you cram goes in to short term memory and won't be there when you really need it. Not the same as "learning" Cartoon was funny though because we have all had...

  8. Referral

    classicdame replied to darren_callcareer18's topic in General Nursing

    pretty much keep everything to yourself unless the listener has a "need to

  9. Why do people with renal failure bruise easily?

    classicdame replied to DarkLotus's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    low albumin makes vessels

  10. INCREDIBLE CNA/NNOC victory in Houston.

    classicdame replied to Chico David's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I am a Texan and SO GLAD Texas is a right-to-work state. I refuse to work in a union

  11. just informed that mom wants me to drive her kids to school

    classicdame replied to kgress's topic in Private Duty

    too much liability and really, is that your job???? You are not a servant and hopefully, your agency will not perpetuate that

  12. rate my prof

    classicdame replied to JonB04's topic in General Students

    I think you are asking the impossible as there are too many variables and ranking will be so subjective. Rather than judge your instructors, try to find a way to work with them. Your school career...

  13. Healthcare's Crushing Costs

    classicdame replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    as a parent the money would not be an issue to me. How much is your child's life worth? I would not care if someone else had to pay if it kept my child alive. However, as a nurse, I know that not...

  14. Mandated :(

    classicdame replied to Morganalefey's topic in General Nursing

    maybe your husband is having trouble understanding why you put up with this treatment. Don't know where you are from, but in Texas mandatory overtime is against the law. I think your staff needs to...

  15. Impostor Syndrome: A Source Of Stress

    classicdame replied to TheCommuter's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I never heard of impostor sydrome, but recognized it in the article. What I do not understand is why it is important to acknowledge, accept and "treat". What harm is there in thinking you are not...

  16. This may be a silly question..

    classicdame replied to CRNBSN18's topic in General Students

    think of the otoscope as the stethoscope. You can assess, but you cannot diagnose. Will depend on where you practice as how often you use various types of

  17. Formatting Software - recommend any certain one?

    classicdame replied to MiaLyse's topic in General Students

    Your school may require a specific format, like APA. You can download APA off the American Psychology Association website. Non-scientific is generally AMA

  18. I don't want to be an RN

    classicdame replied to sakiohma's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    If you are happy with your decision it does not matter what others think. I am glad you found your

  19. Children's Responses to Multicolor and Themed Uniforms

    classicdame replied to sashamedvinsky's topic in Pediatric

    I do not understand how a child who has never seen someone in a white uniform would be conditioned to associate white with pain. I think the colored uniforms are fine for pedi, but I do not buy in to...

  20. Reviewing A and P

    classicdame replied to 2bNurseCai's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    try

  21. How to avoid conflicts with instructor.

    classicdame replied to kelli class of 2013's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    agree with above. Also, be sure you are not using body language that speaks negatively, like rolling your eyes, or scowling, etc. Don't be judged as having a bad attitude. Try pretending to be super...

  22. BioEthical Dilemna: to whom will you give the organ?

    classicdame replied to chocoberry's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hypothetical questions do not really teach a concept if they are so far from reality. Reality is, the nurse will not make that decision. Would be better to assign a scenario based on reality so you...

  23. I need help choosing references for nursing programs

    classicdame replied to brista's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    do you have to restrict it to one??? If so, go for

  24. Drawing up meds in syringe.....How to?

    classicdame replied to Dratz's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    do you know any diabetics? Bet they can teach you in 2 minutes flat. I tell my patients to steady their dominant hand on the palm of the non-dominant. That increases the chances of hitting the target....

  25. Question about my scope.. Need help!

    classicdame replied to CRNBSN18's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    agree with Ashely, PICU. Like a zit on your nose, you are probably the only one who notices it. BTW, hubby gets kudos for being