meownsmile

meownsmile BSN, RN

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  1. leaving with iv lock in

    meownsmile replied to ellencrn's topic in General Nursing

    I havent ever had an abuser leave with one in. Ive had people discharged and someone forget or not get in to get it out and have made a home visit after working hours to take them out. But those...

  2. for preceptors.

    meownsmile replied to mel1977's topic in General Nursing

    Im sure you will be a very good nurse. I guess it maybe was in how it was presented and the staff at the clinical site perceived it. Actions speak louder than words and if it was a matter of you...

  3. How do they get the % on hand washing?

    meownsmile replied to oramar's topic in Infectious Disease

    We have staff visually auditing handwashing as one of their indicators. Probly a ratio/proportion formula they use to come to percentage of compliance. I know our facility didnt come in to great...

  4. mad cow disease

    meownsmile replied to jrring1019's topic in Infectious Disease

    I recently saw a report on CJD which suggests that some of the Alzheimers disease that we are seeing now may in fact be CJD. Apparently it is not able to be actually dx until after death when...

  5. ANGRY! Forced to work??

    meownsmile replied to Phenomenon's topic in General Nursing

    Dont ever admit you have caller id. Actually, i thought it was against labor law to contact an employee after they had called off for the shift. Something about harrassment? Dont know. If they...

  6. Sometimes it isnt good to be a health professional

    meownsmile replied to Noryn's topic in General Nursing

    My husband had to have root scaling several years ago. It wasnt a fun procedure for sure. Afterward they wanted him to come back for bone grafting. Seems if the tartar buildup on the roots isnt...

  7. Any advice on HESI testing?

    meownsmile replied to sensweet's topic in General Nursing

    I dont know about any HESI test book. But, using the NCLEX study books available at book stores, along with the computer programs that supplement the study books will help. Also dont be afraid to...

  8. Narcotic Irregularities

    meownsmile replied to AlexCCRN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I agree, single dose sign out only and waste what you dont use. This is one situation where covering your behind is critical. Im not sure what type of facility you work in but that many...

  9. Is PCT training worth it for a future RN?

    meownsmile replied to AllisonLP's topic in General Nursing

    I think working as a PCT is a good idea for someone wanting to get into nursing. You either really really want to be a nurse or you change your mind real quick. Also, it gives you some basic...

  10. What should I do?

    meownsmile replied to RN123456789's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Just wondering if the health related problem that caused you to have to leave L/D was still a concern? If it is you may want to consider a more stable unit. Surgical floors tend to be hectic to say...

  11. What do you think makes someone good or bad in emergencies?

    meownsmile replied to kstockdaleRN's topic in General Nursing

    Remember fight or flight? I think everyone has a different reaction to that adrenalin rush you speak of. Sometimes its in the genes as to which way we react. Call it our innerself, some are...

  12. Assisting in abortions

    meownsmile replied to bethin's topic in General Nursing

    I dont think this would even be an "abortion" question if the woman came in to an ER bleeding to death. SHE is the one being treated at that point and if she is bleeding to death i really dont think...

  13. Patches left in public

    meownsmile replied to amgo24's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Actually i probly would have picked up the patch to see what it was. Duragesic has to be signed off as a wasted narc in my facility when you take the old patch off. And if it was a nitro patch it...

  14. Help - Suspended

    meownsmile replied to AnnetteER's topic in General Nursing

    Considering that the OP is only 90 days into her job, i am wondering if they arent considering more and/or reeducation regarding medication. I dont know that termination is necissary but possibly...

  15. Im sorry, but light stomachs please do not read!

    meownsmile replied to onconurseRT's topic in General Nursing

    With all due respect cannonball, "remote",, uhmm NO, please visit your county health department and ask about statistic on STD's in high school age kids. Herpes, Gonorreah, Chlamydia etc are a major...

  16. Meeting with the BON tomorrow

    meownsmile replied to mismissy69's topic in General Nursing

    I too wish you good luck. Sounds like you have learned a valuable lesson. Things are so black and white when we're 21 arent they. I also agree, eye contact, know who your talking to and mean every...

  17. ortho post op pain control

    meownsmile replied to nurse96's topic in Orthopedic

    Our regiem sounds a lot like yours Ortho. PCA's are usually discontinued fairly quickly because pain is more controlled with oral pain meds. I usually try to start giving them the oral with the PCA...

  18. Im sorry, but light stomachs please do not read!

    meownsmile replied to onconurseRT's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry this happened to your son. I cant give you any feedback regarding the disease problem. I probly would have been pounding the principles desk last night. Taken him to outpatient for tests and...

  19. Sick of working short

    meownsmile replied to kristi-lpn2's topic in General Nursing

    No the lone Rn takes responsiblity for ALL the patients. She just has LPN's to help her assess. So legally she had 23 patients and 2 assistants and CNA for ADL's. From the way i see it anyway....

  20. It Annoys ME HOW SOME PEOPLE CAN SAY "THEY ARE ONLY IN IT FOR THE MONEY"

    meownsmile replied to iheartnursing_cali's topic in General Nursing

    I think i would have to ditto Smilingblueyes first post. Well

  21. Sick of working short

    meownsmile replied to kristi-lpn2's topic in General Nursing

    Its happening all over. They will work people like that until they start seeing increases in sentinal events due to lack of care. Its much cheaper to work people to their breaking point than hire...

  22. Difficult to please patients and families

    meownsmile replied to McGyverRN's topic in General Nursing

    I see it more and more too. Its a direct result of the publicity that surrounds hospitals and malpractice and all they press they have given "patient rights" etc over the last couple years. Only...

  23. ? for Nurses who deal with nursing students

    meownsmile replied to AllyRN82's topic in General Nursing

    I have students with me a couple times a year and i love having students. Yes the ones who find it more comforting to sit in the conference room instead of being out there doing what they can tend to...

  24. c-diff, contagious?

    meownsmile replied to all4schwa's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I think the mode of transmittion is in contact. People wash their hands, flush the toilet after they have wiped and it is left on the fixtures. Then the roomate if they arent isolated can pick up the...

  25. Co-workers shoes/feet

    meownsmile replied to Marie_LPN, RN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Uhmmm, i think i would pick a long weekend she is off and send those putrid things to the hospital laundry. They will be dry by the time she comes back and you may get a few days of relief from the...