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I have a question. If baby weighs 6000 grams, How many kg is that and how did you solve? Show me, please. I got 7.7 kg and the right answer is 6 kg according to the test I took. Thanks for your help.

Once upon a time while working in the geriatric psych. closed unit I noticed and heard a pt chewing something hard. I said, "What are you chewing." He said, "A piece of candy." Asked if I could see it and he willingly opened his mouth and took out the so called candy which turned out to be someboby's hearing aid. I wanted to laugh so bad. But instead realized this pt could have swallowed that 'make-believe candy' and what a disaster that would have been. It amazing, the things they do.

I agree with Charlie. Always have an escape route. No. 1 priority - when pt's act out is Safety. Pt became manipulative and angry (could be a no. of reasons). Being a med. surg. unit you were focused on the physiological tasks, i.e. bp meds, comfort, get pt to dialysis, do everything right while someone else (preceptor) is watching ........Remember, you cannot debate any issue with a non-rational person. Just let them talk it out (or throw it out) and keep your distance. If this were a psych. unit - you may have had the time to develop pt's trust (and even then it may not happen). Don't beat yourself up. Your frustration stems from your desire to help the person, and you just need more time with these types of pt's to understand the dynamics. I worked geriatric psych. for 4.5 years. I saw alot, but I haven't seen it all... This was a learning experience..

I'm not familiar with open heart surgery nursing care. I know what chest tubes are; but what is a blake drain?

I started traveling last fall and before I started my assignment I had 5 different recruiters - they all lost my papers - I almost claimed insanity - I screamed several times:uhoh3: I was fighting mad:smiley_ab The good news is now I can :chuckle laugh about it. And you will, too, someday. To answer your question, yes, turnover rate can be high. I think they are also under pressure to meet quota's.

Glad to hear you're happy with nurse choice. I accepted an assignment with them. They require the ICU online exam. Do they ask any questions regarding Swan lines - do you recall? Thanks for encouragement..:)

Great to hear that you're happy with Nurse Choice. Looking forward to my upcoming assignment. Glad you passed tests. I have no idea why I get nervous taking tests - guess I'm not alone there. Helpful ideas appreciated. Thanks for encouragement.

Oh my gosh. I have committed to 4 wks/at Methodist also to start Aug. 7. When is your start date? That is why I need to take the online ICU exam for Nurse Choice. I've never taken an online ICU test. What types of questions are on the test. Most greatful for your input. Thanks...

Thanks for the information. I'm glad you are happy with Nurse Choice. That's good to know. Sounds like a lot of questions re: drugs on the icu test, plus drip calculations?? Appreciate your encouragement. I have thought of nursing in New Mex. also, what is it like there?

My situation is: I am proficient in medical telemetry, however my agency wants me to take an icu exam online and I'm uncomfortable with that and told them. How do I prepare to take the online exam? Any tips/sites to study drips? Thanks.

Do you have any online links I could use to practice taking quiz free for ICU:confused:

I'm starting with a new company; Nurse Choice. Anyone know anything about them? One requirement for my next travel assignment is an online ICU exam. The assignment is for a Medical Telemetry unit. I don't understand why I need to take an online ICU exam. I have test anxiety.(like most people) What should I do? Help:eek: How do I prepare to take an exam in unfamiliar territory?

I am not an ER nurse, but I can imagine the shifts can get pretty hectic at times. However, that seems like a conspiracy to make or break the travel nurse for the fun of it with no interest in pt care, safety or anything else. Call OSHA after you leave there. Get another agency. How long have you been traveling? Never walk out - they may turn you into the state for abandonment. When that assignment is over - run fast and far away from there and don't look back. I pray you make it through the next few days of the assignment. By the way, who was shocking the vtach pt?

My 1st assignment was with the same company you are with now. I had several hair raising moments with them and it took several weeks to smooth out. If you want more money - you can go with a rapid response company like the one I'm about to try for my 2nd assignment. Short term assignments 4-8 weeks, work work work 48+ hrs though - that's how you make the money. I'm about to find out in August. If you want me to refer your name - let me know. It doesn't hurt to talk to the company. I'm not sure how long I can keep up with that pace though. It will be work/sleep/no life. What's it like working in Vegas?

How do you like your PDA on the job? I thought about getting one..

Thank you for the help. Definitely appreciated.

I have a new hero, I met her on travel assignment in FL, she was about 65+ and still working 12 hr nights. I really don't know age for sure, but I said , how long have you been a nurse? She said longer than you are old. I said no sir.. She said "I've been a working nurse for 52 years".. so go for it girlfriend...:)

Pat yourself on the back for taking 6 patients last night and made it through. Take your mgr aside and tell her you need another week, don't hesitate. It's your hard earned license. It's hard to feel secure at first, it only comes with each daily experience - you will gain confidence with each new accomplishment.:yelclap:

Hats off to you. Congratulations !!

Don't give up your cheerfulness for anything or anyone, it is a part of who you are. They are sooooooo miserable, they can't stand your smiles. Just smile at them and thank them for the information and move on. DO NOT let their misery bring you down..... Just take care of your patients and help them to smile.

1. Why are doctor's screaming at the nurse for calling them with their pt's concerns and problems? 2. Lack of appropriately trained support staff. 3. Heavy pt to nurse ratio 4. Lack of functional equipment (1 pulse ox device for 40 bed telemetry unit) 5. Growing frustration of patients, family members, doctors, management

I'm new here. Just learning how it works. Help :) Starting traveling nursing. Any tips?