TrudyRN

TrudyRN

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  1. PRN ducolax suppositories, okay to give right before shift change?

    TrudyRN replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    Just FYI - Night aides have a ton of work to do - if they actually do it. They are supposed to round q2h and change and reposition every patient who can't do it for himself. They should be doing...

  2. PRN ducolax suppositories, okay to give right before shift change?

    TrudyRN replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    Tim, it seems like a patient could get pretty plugged up by then. Please don't take offense, just my

  3. PRN ducolax suppositories, okay to give right before shift change?

    TrudyRN replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    Amen. Also, back in the Dark Ages, we used to give po laxatives HS in the hospital, so they'd work by morning. I don't know about suppositories in Nursing homes but I think they should be given when...

  4. intimidation by nurse manager?

    TrudyRN replied to TinyNurse's topic in General Nursing

    She might change her mind and she might not. I wouldn't count on it. Why not get approved for a loan and learn about the homebuying process before you change jobs or alter your work life very much?...

  5. Why can't RN take LPN positions?

    TrudyRN replied to jjjoy's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not a lawyer but I do believe that, depending on your state, you are not required to take action. Example: It is not required of anyone to try to rescue a drowning child. It is legal to stand...

  6. Why can't RN take LPN positions?

    TrudyRN replied to jjjoy's topic in General Nursing

    As I understand it, an RN working in any role (title) is still held to the standards of an RN. Check with your state licensing board to know why an RN can't take the LPN licensing exam. It seems to me...

  7. "You need to learn to tolerate abuse"

    TrudyRN replied to anynurseanywhere's topic in General Nursing

    I think you need to take a deep breath and then go talk privately with this leader. Ask her to clarify what she meant. Get her to give some examples. Or you give her some scenarios and ask her to...

  8. Vent...long, you have been warned.

    TrudyRN replied to ND76's topic in Emergency

    She probably has lots to write up but maybe doing so keeps her from seeing her patients in a timely

  9. Vent...long, you have been warned.

    TrudyRN replied to ND76's topic in Emergency

    Write up the nurse for not at least peeking at him and RT for not going to him when they said they would. You did nothing wrong, as best I can tell. You sound like a wonderful nurse and I know I'd...

  10. How much do you enjoy your nursing job?

    TrudyRN replied to mikethern's topic in General Nursing

    I'd say about a 5. I would like to not HAVE to work, I'd like to work about 3 days per week. My tasks are somewhat stressful and boring but there are some moments when I enjoy my coworkers and/or...

  11. Complain to whom? Anyone?

    TrudyRN replied to LuvMyGamecocks's topic in General Nursing

    I think it might be best to talk directly with the nurse who, it sounds like, did not give an ordered treatment. Yes, she might have not wanted to wake him but he was already up! She apparently did...

  12. Hey ER, what takes so long???

    TrudyRN replied to RunningWithScissors's topic in Emergency

    I think there needs to be a Nursing Supervisor who oversees the calls to accepting MD's and coordinates with Admitting and with the floors. When an ER nurse has a patient who's ready to be admitted,...

  13. Nurses Clearing spine

    TrudyRN replied to dmay4's topic in Emergency

    I think only docs should do this. Ha ha, thinking about a car accident I was in once - got rear-ended at quite low speed, yet had scary back pain. Paramedics had me stand up, get out of the car, then...

  14. Patient Rights and Diabetic Diets

    TrudyRN replied to SassyRedhead's topic in General Nursing

  15. How to get to work in a snowstorm?

    TrudyRN replied to AfloydRN's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe they could split the cost. Or the cab could make the rounds and pick up several employees, not just

  16. An admin vent of sorts

    TrudyRN replied to stillpressingon's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome to Nursing. No real suggestions here. Your assessment is right on, unfortunately, judging by my own experiences over a lot of years. Actually, I do have a suggestion. It might be time to get...

  17. Crazy Thing Pts Say or Do

    TrudyRN replied to Pepper The Cat's topic in General Nursing

    First, the power of suggestion and the power of fear are often factors. I know this for a fact because I personally find that, when I am fearful, I get SOB. My chest tightens and a puff or 2 of...

  18. The physician made a mistake; can I get my money back?

    TrudyRN replied to SharonH, RN's topic in General Nursing

    You can sue lawyers for malpractice. I do know what you mean about those commercials. I think it might get to the point that docs stop prescribing anything but rest. I'd be scared to prescribe if...

  19. The physician made a mistake; can I get my money back?

    TrudyRN replied to SharonH, RN's topic in General Nursing

    Would you feel this way if you or your loved one were the patient? Surgeons receive years and years of training so they can learn about variants of anatomy. Should this make them perfect and...

  20. How to get to work in a snowstorm?

    TrudyRN replied to AfloydRN's topic in General Nursing

    Schools and libraries do not impact you getting to work. Highways closed - you should have checked with law enforcement. you are considered an essential worker and the guys and gals in blue would...

  21. How to get to work in a snowstorm?

    TrudyRN replied to AfloydRN's topic in General Nursing

    No one is asking you to die for your job unless you are in Iraq. It might be time to either move south or get away from a 24/7/365 job. I do wish you well. I know this is

  22. How to get to work in a snowstorm?

    TrudyRN replied to AfloydRN's topic in General Nursing

    LOL, maybe

  23. How to get to work in a snowstorm?

    TrudyRN replied to AfloydRN's topic in General Nursing

    You just have to make an honest effort. I know it's very dangerous and I know it's very hard when kids and sitters, lack of are involved. You leave home early, take stuff for overnight in case you...

  24. Can a nurse find work is he/she tests positive for TB?

    TrudyRN replied to ExCorporateRN's topic in General Nursing

    Certainly. Ditto what Tazzi said. Does your employer supply you with a HEPA filter

  25. Has this happened to anyone before??

    TrudyRN replied to Purdue_Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure but good