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  1. Medic2RN

    Some crazy/funny things that patients did.

    Medic2RN replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    I had a trauma patient arrive to the ED with altered LOC. He was a quiet type and not critical. The moment I stepped out of the room to triage an incoming ambulance I heard a loud "WHEEEEEE WHEEEEE"....
  2. Medic2RN

    Just Thought I'd Share

    Medic2RN replied to littlemammanurse's topic in General Nursing

    You're an awesome
  3. Medic2RN

    Any INTJ personality nurses out there...I need help in choosing any advance nursing car

    Medic2RN replied to BlackRN's topic in Nursing Career

    BlackRN, I wish I could have an answer for you, but I don't. I'm also an INTJ. I have taken that test twice and received the same result. I believe we don't have a definitive suggestion for you...
  4. Medic2RN

    Passed the CEN

    Medic2RN replied to TraciRN's topic in Emergency

    Congratulations!!
  5. Medic2RN

    What happens when you forget to do things????

    Medic2RN replied to lilypad2424's topic in General Nursing

    It's not uncommon to miss things at work and suddenly remember them as you're driving home or trying to go to sleep. It happens to everyone. I'd suggest that when you are too busy to chart as you go,...
  6. Medic2RN

    Intercostal Spaces

    Medic2RN replied to Krystalia's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here's a good video explaining what you want to know. I'd recommend that you watch the whole video, but they explain it thoroughly around the 6 minute mark and beyond. I hope this
  7. Medic2RN

    New to er and iv question..

    Medic2RN replied to JamieN823's topic in Emergency

    I haven't heard of that. How does it
  8. Medic2RN

    I'm applying to ABSN programs but I never took an A&P lab!

    Medic2RN replied to UpNorthTC's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The best advice I have is speak to the admissions person at the university. I am in the same boat, I didn't have a lab and received A's in my A&P classes. Guess what class I'm taking at a local...
  9. Medic2RN

    Should I get my RN or BSN? What if I already have a Bachelor's degree?

    Medic2RN replied to 31dunn's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm not sure about the Navy nursing. Can you speak to a recruiter and get his/her input on the matter if that is what you plan on pursuing? I was in a similar situation. I had a bachelors degree in...
  10. Medic2RN

    The BCEN and I

    Medic2RN replied to emtb2rn's topic in Emergency

    Congratulations!! Great
  11. Medic2RN

    Nurses really aren't the smartest people

    Medic2RN replied to Simply Complicated's topic in General Nursing

    I hope she never is a critical patient in my ED....'cause, like, ya know....like, I wouldn't like know what to do....ya know! Like what, ya know? Tee
  12. Medic2RN

    Switching to the ER after 20 yrs of floor nursing.

    Medic2RN replied to JDougRN's topic in Emergency

    Congratulations and welcome!! I believe your floor experience will be helpful to you. It's a different way of thinking and may be stressful at first due to the change, but I bet you'll love it. I...
  13. Medic2RN

    Fluid restriction question

    Medic2RN replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in General Nursing

    When I worked in the ICU step down, the fluid restrictions always pertained to the PO fluids. We never combined IV and PO in our restriction. Come to think of it, I don't remember any of those...
  14. Medic2RN

    job advice? posted on general forum, but had no luck.

    Medic2RN replied to Kinley_Y's topic in Emergency

    One of the advantages of being a PRN nurse is that you can work as much or as little (but within the required minimum hours) as you want. You can always pick up another PRN job and put in more hours...
  15. Medic2RN

    Happy Emergency Nurses Day!!

    Medic2RN replied to Lunah's topic in Emergency

    Oh, chocolate is a must! Our management did a bunch of nice things for us: bought us all lunch, an ice cream cart, and some prizes (calendars, mugs, pens :)). The best part was our supervisor and...
  16. Medic2RN

    Does Upper Management Even Have a Clue?

    Medic2RN replied to Teamlangston's topic in Emergency

    Being the rookie in any job is difficult. I experienced the same thing you are going through when I was new to the ED. I used my previous experience as a rookie when I was a police officer and a...
  17. Medic2RN

    Things you'd LOVE to be able to tell patients, and get away with it.

    Medic2RN replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When your husband frantically bangs on the ambulance bay doors yelling that you are having a major stroke and we run out there to find you stuffing a whole cheeseburger in our mouth, don't be offended...
  18. Medic2RN

    Home entryway

    Medic2RN replied to cookio11's topic in General Nursing

    I take my work shoes off outside the front of my house. They NEVER touch any floor in my
  19. Medic2RN

    Happy Emergency Nurses Day!!

    Medic2RN replied to Lunah's topic in Emergency

    Thanks Lunah.....however....I AM a sucker for the pens....can I keep the
  20. Medic2RN

    Finally got an er position!!!!

    Medic2RN replied to MauraRN's topic in Emergency

    Congratulations!!
  21. Medic2RN

    "If you can feel a pulse their BP is at least 90"

    Medic2RN replied to nurseterry's topic in General Nursing

    This concept is taught primarily with regard to triaging mass casualty incidents (at least that is what I thought). When I worked as a paramedic, the presence of the pulse and the general patient...
  22. Medic2RN

    PEG Tube to suction..

    Medic2RN replied to RN2114's topic in General Nursing

    I've done it once, but that was in the ER and to
  23. Medic2RN

    I was a bad girl.

    Medic2RN replied to grandmawrinkle's topic in General Nursing

    You need to be careful Grandmawrinkle.....if you were able to produce staff that way, they may take advantage of your
  24. Medic2RN

    UTMB BACC2 Spring 2011

    Medic2RN replied to CLaker's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi everyone, Please remember that it is a TOS violation to use the names of people you know. Posting Personal Identifying Information: We reserve the right to edit messages that post personal...
  25. Medic2RN

    I feel like a jerk!

    Medic2RN replied to Trubie's topic in General Nursing

    As Awright stated, "Business is business". I'm sure if the tables were turned, they would have no problem letting you go. If their whole operation is based upon you working for them...well, you have...