SmilingBluEyes

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    opinions about homebirthing

    SmilingBluEyes replied to momma/babyrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    We have to put politics aside and respect women's birthing choices in the USA. For low-risk, healthy women, homebirth should be a viable option. I would not personally choose it, but then, I was never...
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    Wife with BSN with NO drive, what to do??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Tony1790's topic in General Nursing

    I think the remark about the OP's "unambitious education choice" very inappropriate and insulting, both to him and to others with similar education and training. And, I agree with Roy's impression....
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    Please jelp with "new mom" class

    SmilingBluEyes replied to babynursingrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    http://www.amazon.com/Your-Babys-First-Year-Second/dp/0553587943/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b The other book, Your Baby's First
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    Please jelp with "new mom" class

    SmilingBluEyes replied to babynursingrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The books we receive have no labels from the formula companies---nor are they published by them. One is actually published by the AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics)-----also, the books come...
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    Patients sending Myspace Friend Requests!?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to AKAKatydid's topic in General Nursing

    The idea of a separate page is a good one as long as the ground rules are clear. I like
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    Do New-Grads get to choose?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to futurenurse1710's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, often they do, especially in areas where nurses are in short supply. I say, go for it like the others do. good
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    Patients sending Myspace Friend Requests!?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to AKAKatydid's topic in General Nursing

    A good rule of thumb for anyone using myspace, facebook and other such sites would be to keep profiles private, leaving all identifying information off, such as city/town, full name, etc. and...
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    cytotec question

    SmilingBluEyes replied to garfieldrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The reason I recommend oxygen, is the OP brought up the fact she felt there was hyperstimulation and wanted to do something about it. Not being there, I don't know if there was a real problem or not....
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    What's the best gift from a patient?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Tolle_lege's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I wanted to tell you, most of us really just want to know we helped. You don't have to get too creative or go all-out. Just bring the baby in and say hello from time to time----that is a great gift...
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    Situation at work...

    SmilingBluEyes replied to L&DRN2008's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree that getting epidurals at very early intervals is not ideal. But there are times when this may be necessary. I have seen this particularly in very, very young patients or victims of rape or...
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    Ugh! Delivered Baby On My Own The Other Day...

    SmilingBluEyes replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn

    My dear, you could not win for losing. It was a set-up against you from the get-go. But guess what? The patient came out a winner because you did well! I would look at this as the excellent learning...
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    cytotec question

    SmilingBluEyes replied to garfieldrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Bolusing with fluids can definitely help, yes. So can repositioning on left side and giving oxygen by nonrebreather mask at 10 liters. You need to know your policies and procedures like the back of...
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    What's the best gift from a patient?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Tolle_lege's topic in Ob/Gyn

    PS: WELCOME to the FORUM!!!!!!!!!!!! Glad you decided to
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    Any help w/ station?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to mom2bnrs's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Practicing on women with epidurals is best, if possible, especially if they are not ruptured, for infection control
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    What's the best gift from a patient?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Tolle_lege's topic in Ob/Gyn

    A heartfelt hug and thank you gets me every time. I have had wonderful, thoughtful gifts over the 11 years I have been an OB nurse, cards, letters, plants, flowers, candy, gift cards, even a handmade...
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    Please jelp with "new mom" class

    SmilingBluEyes replied to babynursingrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Great ideas outlined here! I still say, if you are going to teach pregnancy and postpartum/newborn care classes, please do get certified! It's a really good idea. My certifying organization provided...
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    Any help w/ station?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to mom2bnrs's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree that experience is the best teacher. Just imagine the ischial spines. That is zero. Finger breadth above, minus 1, fingerbreadth below, plus 1. With experience, this becomes really easy. Be...
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    About how long is an L&D orientation?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to shorty24's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The bottom line is this. NO ONE is "really good" at high acuity situations right out of the chute, so to speak. You must never be afraid to ask questions and find your mentors early-on. Never pretend...
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    Situation at work...

    SmilingBluEyes replied to L&DRN2008's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Yes it happens.This is not reverse dilation, however. This is
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    Situation at work...

    SmilingBluEyes replied to L&DRN2008's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have had many a patient receive an epidural at 1-2 cm and smoothly proceed to delivery lady partslly---- no problem. I have seen the reverse: Patients receiving "later" epidurals at 7 or 8 who had...
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    Please jelp with "new mom" class

    SmilingBluEyes replied to babynursingrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    http://www.injoyvideos.com/?PHPSESSID=c2ec425ca085066b5b5be9dabc17128f EXCELLENT materials, even a complete childbirth class on PowerPoint there. We use this for our childbirth class series. It has...
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    Happy Birthday Suzanne

    SmilingBluEyes replied to lawrence01's topic in International Nursing

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY to
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    AWHONN Staffing Guidelines Please check this out:

    SmilingBluEyes replied to SmilingBluEyes's topic in Ob/Gyn

    stress on A yes.
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    Hold that Push!

    SmilingBluEyes replied to moz's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Agree with above: next stop: risk manager. Make sure you CYA always in OB. Good
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    Writing on Fetal Monitor strips

    SmilingBluEyes replied to teriadn2004's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The first two are books I personally own and do recommend: (the last is one I want to acquire)...