mamason

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  1. Central Lines???

    mamason replied to lisa41rn's topic in General Nursing

    They have switched our policy 3 times since I've been there since Feb. of this year. First it was NS followed by Hep. Then it changed to NS only related to the new positive pressure caps. Which I...

  2. Protecting the patient already died does not make any sense!

    mamason replied to chuck1234's topic in General Nursing

    Big ethical dilemma here. But, as someone mentioned before, there are laws concerning the disclosure of this info to protect the HIV positive person's partner. It is scary to think that his fiance is...

  3. Hello, I'm a newbie and need advice

    mamason replied to csbaltz's topic in General Nursing

    I think that if you really want to do this, then, just go for it. It sounds as if you have a genuine interest in the field and because of that, you would do well at your job. It's never too late to...

  4. iv push benadryl

    mamason replied to HyperRNRachel's topic in General Nursing

    I mix with ns and infuse through a mini infuser for slower infusion. Unless it is an urgent situation as someone stated

  5. disclosing PRN Vicodin

    mamason replied to iHeartNICU's topic in General Nursing

    Disclose and you can always add, "Taken

  6. Say something or not?

    mamason replied to pannie's topic in General Nursing

    Dear Panny,

  7. Patient Accusations...

    mamason replied to ERRNTraveler's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, it's quite obvious she was trying to manipulate you and the rest of the staff.:angryfire At least you don't have to worry about this anymore.

  8. I was fired!!!

    mamason replied to jnrsmommy's topic in General Nursing

    Glad to hear you are feeling better. As far as the work situation, it could very well be a blessing in disguise. Good Luck on your job

  9. Please don't eat your young.

    mamason replied to Kiren's topic in General Nursing

    Not, it all nurses are mean and nasty to students. Unfortunatley, it is those select few that ruin it for the rest of us who are trying to help the students have a positive learning experience. I have...

  10. HELP!!!!Inability to swallow.....

    mamason replied to mamason's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    That took place prior to him being admitted to our unit. I should have worded it a little better I think. But, it was still significant enough to warrant an aspiration precaution. Because, after the...

  11. Dear Doctor Imajerk: (vent)

    mamason replied to kcalohagirl's topic in General Nursing

    Well, said, my dear. Well

  12. Info On Sanford Brown

    mamason replied to buickroadmaster2003's topic in General Nursing

    Alls I can say is

  13. when do we get IL RN license after boards?

    mamason replied to flute421's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Illinios is notorious for taking a long time to process the paper work. If I remember correctly, It took about 2 months to get my in the mail. It was a real pain in the butt. BUt, I must also add,...

  14. Patient Accusations...

    mamason replied to ERRNTraveler's topic in General Nursing

    As previous posters said, I wouldn't worry about it. Sounds like the pt was being manipulative. Pixis will show you pulled the meds and you documented that they were given. I don't think anyone in...

  15. Is this normal?

    mamason replied to model50's topic in General Nursing

    OK....First take a deep breath and pat yourself on the back for passing your first semester!!! This is the same scenerio that I went through in nursing school. Remember, the material is complicated,...

  16. HELP!!!!Inability to swallow.....

    mamason replied to mamason's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Thanks for everyone's reassurance. Today, I have come to the conclusion that I did my job. I had the pt's best interest at heart. And I can feel good about that. Like someone mentioned earlier, it's...

  17. HELP!!!!Inability to swallow.....

    mamason replied to mamason's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Thanks for the input. I had worried about this all last night and all day today. Instinct told me something was going on with him. I just didn't know exactly what. And neuro in unfamilar territory for...

  18. Staffing question & your cardiac floor

    mamason replied to laurenjarrod's topic in Cardiac

    that situation is totally unacceptable. Not only is it unfair to you, but, to your patients as well. I left my last job because of the same reason. My philosiphy was....No job is worth losing my...

  19. I Would Like Your Opinion

    mamason replied to walk6miles's topic in General Nursing

    That's just plain crazy!!!! If the facility is allowing her to do these things, then, I would start looking for a new job. SOmething's going to happen and it's not going to be good. And I wouldn't...

  20. big bad nursing myths busted

    mamason replied to adrienurse's topic in General Nursing

    All nurses do is sit on their butts all day long. LOL!!!! This one really cracks me up!. Is this why my feet and legs hurt so much after working 12 hour day shifts? I'm lucky to pee once during my...

  21. time management woes

    mamason replied to jamonit's topic in General Nursing

    I think everyone has their own system as to how to manage time during their shift. I like to write stuff down as I go, in case, I don't have time to chart right away. A lot of interruptions can happen...

  22. Careplna... Question from a current Student

    mamason replied to FocusRN's topic in General Nursing

    My facility uses a computerized system charting. At the end of the admission assessment, the care plans that match this particular patient, will appear on the computer screen. Then, you choose which...

  23. Accused of "Cheating her out of medicine"

    mamason replied to LightCommaStix's topic in General Nursing

    Stick to your guns. You are doing the right thing. Rn's follow medication instructions written by a doc. Not verbal orders from a house supervisor. Just document. No job is worth losing your license...

  24. What Do You Love About Your Job?

    mamason replied to summersent's topic in General Nursing

    I am a registered nurse on a cardiac unit. It takes me about 10 minutes to get to work. I work at a well respected hosptial in this area. I love my facility. Everyone exhibits a positive attitude and...

  25. Somebody HELP ME..Please!!!!!!!!

    mamason replied to yuyu75's topic in General Nursing

    I went back to school at age 33 I think. Had 2 kids. Husband traveled with his job. Thankfully my mom helped with watching the kids. It was tough and time management was a must. But, it can be done....