StrwbryblndRN

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  1. diabetic chocolate bars?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to GingerSue's topic in General Nursing

    A relative who controls her diabetes through diet eats balance bars. These were suggested by her doc because of percentages of dietary protein, carbs and fat. (40/30/30). I would not say they are...

  2. The fatting of America.

    StrwbryblndRN replied to tgibson3770's topic in General Nursing

    I have not read the entire thread just half. But did anyone mention that what is good for one is not good for the other. In recent years I have found that certain foods that are considered good for...

  3. What's your favorite type of patient?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    I also prefer the saucy pt's. I love people who "dish it out" but can take it too. It is very refeshing to have a pt who makes jokes and is very engaging. They have a personality that comes...

  4. Bait and Switch

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Indy's topic in General Nursing

    If you can deal with what you can't change and find a way to be happy with your job, stay and work on it.(staffing issue) However being that this situation can make you stressed in and out of work I...

  5. moody nurses

    StrwbryblndRN replied to dali92's topic in General Nursing

    it's all too tempting to just write someone off as being a jerk when maybe they just need a friend to point out that their personal problems are affecting their work and offer to help them find some...

  6. Newbie Nurses and Student Nurses...

    StrwbryblndRN replied to LadyNASDAQ's topic in General Nursing

    I also thank you for your post. Last week I was fortunate to meet a nurse with the same values you have. It is wonderful to have met them but just as wonderful to read it here. Many nurses possess...

  7. 7/70 Scheduling-Anyone have experience?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Bellatrix's topic in General Nursing

    Even though I have not worked nursing yet with the 7/70 schedule, I worked 10-12 hour days usually 6 days in a row or more. As much as I loved my job the sequence of days wore me out. I would turn...

  8. If you are drunk, don't drive!

    StrwbryblndRN replied to chuck1234's topic in General Nursing

    "I don't know about you, but I don't want anybody irresponsible enough (and obviously judgment-impaired enough) to drive drunk to be giving me meds or watching (or worse, not watching) my tele monitor...

  9. making enemies

    StrwbryblndRN replied to loridoo's topic in General Nursing

    With all the advise given, maybe you could talk to the RN (the one who alleged slammed the phenergan) and let her know that next time will approach her first. That way any tension that may have arised...

  10. What makes you nervous about or irritated with a new grad or orientee?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    I am not trying to sound stupid when I say this. I do not want to be a know it all nurse. I know very little. But at what point would you say that a new grad is arguing with you and not just...

  11. Medicine: Have we gone too far? And, is our system ethical as a whole?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    In regards to insurance. I went from the best insurance coverage to none for my family of 4. (Husband lost job, you can guess the rest) It bothered me to think that medical staff (doctors/nurses...

  12. Medicine: Have we gone too far? And, is our system ethical as a whole?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    Everyone who posted previously has made wonderful points regarding health care. We are preaching to choir. Our profession allows us to be up to date on health care and the benefits of prevention....

  13. What is your weakness?

    StrwbryblndRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone, I am relatively new here. I spent the last year reading allnurses.com and recently registered and would like to know what is your weakness regarding medical care. Everyone, at least...

  14. What is your weakness?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to StrwbryblndRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have to agree about the bugs. The minute I see anything crawl from underclothes or hair makes me itch and dance like they are all over me. Then I can't get my mind off it. Yet if I see any bug on...

  15. Vent... Why was I so stupid?!?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to mommy2boys's topic in General Nursing

    There are numerous people out there who are getting their Nursing Degree later in life. My class has 50% over 30 and quite a few over 40. I am 33 and going back because I partied too much. Others...

  16. Three c's

    StrwbryblndRN replied to MissRainy's topic in General Nursing

    I know clear and concise are correct. Comprehensive sounds like it too. I just can't remember beyond the first

  17. Wish me luck! LOL!

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Antikigirl's topic in General Nursing

    I don't want to add to any bad luck. So I will not say "G**d L**k*. But I do hope you get. Looks like you deserve

  18. rules for student nurses

    StrwbryblndRN replied to squeakykitty's topic in General Nursing

    13. When I take the time & effort to drag myself to school, it's not to hear about your kids...or your boyfriend...or how your husband doesn't understand you...or how your mom's being a total...

  19. Internet in ER: Good or Bad??

    StrwbryblndRN replied to nursebrandie28's topic in Emergency

    I agree that the internet is a wonderful place to learn. I use it for everything. The nurse manager may not be fully aware of learning possibilities or maybe do not believe that others will use it...

  20. What would you bring?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to Antikigirl's topic in General Nursing

    I LOVE IT. For once someone can relate to what I do. Every time I am sick I would use my toddler's sippy cup. My family thought I lost my marbles even with a rationale. Even other nurses thought I...

  21. Highest BP you have ever seen on a pt

    StrwbryblndRN replied to nckayaker's topic in Emergency

    Just today a fellow student was telling us about a clinical day where her BP jumped out of contol. It was 256/180 and her hr was 235 or so. Clinical instructor did an EKG and would not let her go...

  22. Should you wash patients everyday?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to prchater's topic in General Nursing

    I come from a long family line of dry skin. It hurts too much if I were to bathe everyday with soap. Sometimes I just have a shower with no soap. I treat my children the same. (my toddler son...

  23. Nurses married to law enforment officers?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to jeggstudent's topic in General Nursing

    I have several friends in this situation. I have also asked if there was a link based on their crazy schedules. For some there was and others stated they met each before their current careers. I am...

  24. Is becoming a nurse harder now?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to clemmm78's topic in General Nursing

    And those poor nurses from way back didnt have Starbucks!:rotfl:

  25. Is becoming a nurse harder now?

    StrwbryblndRN replied to clemmm78's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with previous posts that it is easier and harder depending on what you are looking at. I am still a student but base my opinion on what I have read on all nurses and other places. In the past...