SmilingBluEyes

Specializes in L/D, newborn, GYN, LTC, Dialysis

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    Do you think midwife deliveries are less safe than doctor deliveries?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to slippery_seal's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Let's give folks the benefit of the doubt and answer posts or questions as they are asked. If you suspect "trolling" please notify the moderation team, using the report feature, rather than "calling...
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    Is Pregnancy A Pleasure Or Stress..............?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to najad22's topic in Ob/Gyn

    How about both. Stress can be a positive experience, but still be stress. Pregnancy rates up there with marriage and other positive stressful experiences, I would
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    Cord Cutting - delayed/no?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to missjennmb's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I totally agree with delaying til pulsation stops. But our doctors do not, so we clamp and cut immediately where I work. It's not my
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    Epidurals & Foleys

    SmilingBluEyes replied to RNBelle's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Our epidurals and similar. They can't walk for a bit after them...and can't feel to pee, hence the need for a foley. Some are heavier than others-------all the docs use their own...
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    What would you do - couplet care?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to NurseAimee's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I would continually file unsafe staffing paperwork and if anything untoward happens, make sure you have written up the incidents completely, as well. Document all the actions you have taken to try...
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    Do you think midwife deliveries are less safe than doctor deliveries?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to slippery_seal's topic in Ob/Gyn

    No......they are just as safe if they are well-educated and caring for lower-risk women. Any reason specifically, you
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    Postpartum Or Mother Baby Nurses

    SmilingBluEyes replied to angelwings33's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I welcome you to the site! I am going to move this to the OB/GYN forum for more participation. Also, be sure to visit that forum as there is a current thread of similar subject/concern! Good luck to...
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    Smoking during pregnancy

    SmilingBluEyes replied to st4304's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Anyone seeing the withdrawal a newborn goes through due to mom's tobacco habit, knows it is not good. They are some of the most unhappy, jittery, sad sights you can see. It's horrible. I always know...
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    HELP! 12 yo, first appt w/gyn questions

    SmilingBluEyes replied to midnitelpn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I went through hell in my high school years because my periods were completely unpredictable and I would bleed like I was being slaughtered. I can't even say how many times I had to wear a jacket...
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    primip

    SmilingBluEyes replied to garfieldrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I prefer to labor down.....but our docs want them pushing when they are complete. So often I fudge dilation to give them time. It's ridiculous to push when there is no urge and the baby is high. And...
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    Epidurals & Foleys

    SmilingBluEyes replied to RNBelle's topic in Ob/Gyn

    We use peppermint or wintergreen oil to induce voiding. It does indeed work like a
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    I do not think I can make it in L&D... devastated

    SmilingBluEyes replied to RNKatrinaK's topic in Ob/Gyn

    How are things going Katrina? Any updates ? I sure hope things are better..... remember, you are not alone. You received great advice
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    Admission during labor

    SmilingBluEyes replied to short1978's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It's case by case. Usually we admit when they are contracting enough to make cervical change, or if they are SROM'd. That is the general rule. But of course there are
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    christmas card exchange 2008

    SmilingBluEyes replied to rn-jane's topic in General Nursing

    Officially "stickied" as per your request. For those who may not know, the Christmas/Holiday card exchange has been a membership favorite for several years and Chris has done an amazing job...
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    staffing in ob triage

    SmilingBluEyes replied to emmborn2trek's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I don't work in a hospital where there is a separate triage unit, so I would not be of much help. I just wanted to welcome you to allnurses.com and our forum. We are glad to have you. Good luck in...
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    Ultrasound Technician In WA

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Tmac44's topic in General Nursing

    I see someone happened along with some information for you. I hope you find what you need and good luck in your future career endeavors. And welcome to allnurses.com and specifically, our
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    male ob nurses

    SmilingBluEyes replied to V SPN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thanks for your input, Helen and I want to welcome you to allnurses.com and the OB forum!!!! Glad you are
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    male ob nurses

    SmilingBluEyes replied to V SPN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have worked with male OB nurses; most of us love doing so and the patients tend to adore them. They often are very gentle and respectful as well as bring great energy to break up the all-female...
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    Union

    SmilingBluEyes replied to momx4's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    It really depends on what union, also. They are not equal. Some are strong and good at advocating for nurses' rights; others have no teeth. You need to know which union is being invited in----and what...
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    time frame ob back up

    SmilingBluEyes replied to janeob's topic in Ob/Gyn

    In a really small hospital like yours, it would be prudent to require on-call staff who live further than 30 minutes to be in-house, whether sleeping or floating (if that is required). It is simply...
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    Biggest Interview of my Life

    SmilingBluEyes replied to PinkPeony7's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congratulations and thank you for the update. Good luck on the NCLEX and in your future career!!!! Very happy for
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    Anyone paying for school with the GI BILL or College Fund?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to dreamon's topic in General Students

    I used my GI Bill to pay for school and take the edge off daycare expenses. It worked well for me. PM me if you have any more
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    Don't "click" too well with classmates

    SmilingBluEyes replied to TootyFruity703's topic in General Students

    Simplistic thought: Ghandi said, "we must be the change we want to see in the world" Often, we get back what put out there in energy and actions. I am not meaning to minimize your experiences, but I...
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    Failed a validation today

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Dream2BANurse's topic in General Students

    Keep trying. Hang in there! You are not
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    Does anyone else feel like they were born for this?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to keno138's topic in General Students

    I am happy for you and this feeling. Some do feel they were "born" to it. Others, who will be equally good nurses are entering for a lot of other reasons......solid job prospects, money, (yes that is...