StrwbryblndRN

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  1. morning sickness/nursing

    StrwbryblndRN replied to 2ndcareerRN_2004's topic in General Nursing

    In reference to the previous post regarding ginger. There is also candied ginger. I do not like the taste of ginger beer and some other things made with ginger. But the candied ginger is

  2. Am I in the wrong place?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to NurseFeelGood2005's topic in Emergency

    Do you like the department? I do not know you, of course, but as long as you like the dept and you have a drive to learn more despite the others, stick with it. Do not let them get you down. As you...

  3. Floor nursing while pregnant

    StrwbryblndRN replied to medsurgnights's topic in General Nursing

    I think you should slow down now before you put yourself in a position that would require to be on bedrest. I find it medical reason enough that you are tired and need

  4. SVT on "Greys Anatomy"

    StrwbryblndRN replied to bluetack's topic in General Nursing

    I had a peer in nursing school who had this during clinical. She had to go to a cardiologist before she was allowed to return. The previous steps is exactly what the doc told her to do if it...

  5. Should I be offened or not?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Cmariehart's topic in General Nursing

    If he a jerk already then it should not surprise you that he would say something to offend you or anyone else. I would probably be offended but it is best to try and forget it and expect rudeness...

  6. How did you choose the area of nursing

    StrwbryblndRN replied to neeniebean's topic in General Nursing

    I am struggling like you to figure out what I want. I am going to go the med/surg route and beef up basic skills, while at the same time seeing what is out there. I have no previous experience but...

  7. Obesity

    StrwbryblndRN replied to MM2007's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that obesity is a choice for many. However it does not take a lot of effort. That's why people are fat. It is easy to sit around and eat easy to fix foods. Everyone has their reasons for...

  8. -Gloves-

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Pneumothorax's topic in General Nursing

    Ask your doctor/dermatologist. There may be some other options available. My husband has the same

  9. HI, what's the latest you've stayed up studying for a test or exam?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to nautica843's topic in General Nursing

    My kids (3 and 5 years) prevented alot of studying time. But I found that if I went to bed early and woke up early before the kids to study worked well for me. When night comes and I am beat, no...

  10. Need nurses opinions. Is this right?? Nursing Dx

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    I had a similar problem when in clinical. My instructor gave me an example of a nursing dx which contains a medical dx. I ended letting her know we were not supposed to do it. (at least as...

  11. Medical emergencies with no land line

    StrwbryblndRN replied to LydiaNN's topic in General Nursing

    I am happy that the seven year old was up at midnight. Grandpa may not be alive otherwise. Not all situations in life will be ideal. I hope I am able to teach my kids what to do in a crisis. And...

  12. Any Suggestions for Comfy Shoes?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to sg6307's topic in General Nursing

    I have asked a few people what they thought to get some ideas. Crocs seem to come out ahead. My friends who have narrow feet like Danskos. I have 2 pair. (one for clinical and another I bought...

  13. HELP PLEASE.....anyone !!!

    StrwbryblndRN replied to TexasER_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I used the computer for everything I needed to research. But because we had to make use of actual medical journals I would use a database through our school's website. Specifically Blackboard. I am...

  14. Did anyone hate nursing school?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to FNPhopeful's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I graduate in a few weeks and I have a 3 and 5 year old. I can understand the fustration of balancing school with family and potty training. ACK!. However I never expected my grades to be great and...

  15. At my wits end......

    StrwbryblndRN replied to 3rdgenRN2B's topic in General Nursing

    I had wanted to be a nurse when I was in high school and my RN aunt questioned my decision. She kept telling me is was hard and not meant for everyone. I understood that but being 18 felt she was...

  16. YOU as a Pt-what would you allow a student nurse to do?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to KellNY's topic in General Nursing

    Originally Posted by firstyearstudent I'd rather have ANY student insert a Foley (anesthetized or not) than the E.R. nurses I've seen do it. They haven't given a hoot about sterile technique. One...

  17. 2 Emotional

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Young Woman's topic in General Nursing

    There may be more to your boss's scenario then what you know. Since it has only been three days just be aware that something may have happened and she does not feel it necessary to explain. And...

  18. Anyone feel this way?

    StrwbryblndRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have recently been to the doctor due to a migraine I have been having for 5 days. I found my BP to be up and needed labs drawn for routine blood work. So needless to say I have seem my doc more...

  19. Anyone feel this way?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to StrwbryblndRN's topic in General Nursing

    Just an added note: My doctor has never made me feel bad for my questions. I just found myself asking about side effects of beta adrenergics and I have a cadiac test next

  20. Scripting Nurses?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Cindylufus's topic in General Nursing

    I am still a nursing student. But most of us (i.m assuming)have all been someplace that has this type of scripting. When I go to a drive thru's there is usually someone who says "Can I take your...

  21. Giving Baths At Night. Agree Or Disagree?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to kmwlpn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Ultimately everyone feels the same. If this question was brought up to anyone who is not in health care, they would feel the same too. Except of course the ones who made up this policy. It does not...

  22. Uniforms.. color scrubs vs whites

    StrwbryblndRN replied to staceylee67's topic in General Nursing

    I am a student and really do not have much experience in regards to scrubs except what I wear for clinical. But as a third party looking in, I find I am torn. It sounds nice to have comfortable,...

  23. think before you speak ........

    StrwbryblndRN replied to PHLEBOTOMIST_TO_RN's topic in General Nursing

    People who put down others to make themselves look good don't realize that you are actually making yourself look bad. I have to admit I used to have a tendency to make judgements on others and...

  24. Nurses children and vaccinations, how do you feel?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Mistify's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, I would think education of HPV and the vaccine would be a better fit than required immunizations. My daughter is only 4 so I have time to make a decision and wait till the vaccine has been...

  25. Nurses children and vaccinations, how do you feel?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Mistify's topic in General Nursing

    To all you nurses you do not vaccinate and call yourselves weird. GOOD FOR YOU. I am glad to hear that people make choices for themselves and it works. I vaccinate my kids but I do not get the flu...