SmilingBluEyes

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    BSCN for post diploma RN's

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Basik's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I do not have much information regarding Canadian and other countries' programs of study, so I can't be of much help. I hope someone more savvy than I will stop by with some help for you. Meanwhile,...
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    Need some Advice

    SmilingBluEyes replied to uhlricke's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    HI there and welcome to our forum. You can try to get into a BSN program tailored to people with prior baccalaureate degrees. The problem is, most of these are compacted, intense full-time programs...
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    Is current thinking on pain control creating drug addicts?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    Ya know this touches a nerve in me. Undermedication for pain can cause people health problems; I personally know this. I think when/if the patient says he/she is in pain, it is for us to help him or...
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    night shift not calling critical lab values

    SmilingBluEyes replied to burn out's topic in General Nursing

    Do not feel badly. Sounds like this is a problem with this particular nurse. The next situation could result in a very, very bad outcome. Best it not happen again. The manager made the decision to...
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    How to get to work in a snowstorm?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to AfloydRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think a lot of people have brought to light a valid point. What is administration/mgt doing to support those who make beyond-call-of-duty efforts to help out during crises? I am appalled by some of...
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    why do tea bags do for nipple care when breastfeeding?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to GingerSue's topic in General Nursing

    In my unit, we do not recommend tea bags. We do recommend using lanolin-based ointments for nipple soreness between nursing (and not washing off) , as well as washing ONLY with warm water, not soap,...
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    why do tea bags do for nipple care when breastfeeding?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to GingerSue's topic in General Nursing

    This is extracted from La Leche League International: In some locations, wet tea bags remain a popular folk remedy for the treatment of nipple pain. They are inexpensive and can be found in most...
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    perineal analgesic spray - ingredient?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to GingerSue's topic in General Nursing

    We use Dermoplast, which has listed as its main ingredient as Benzocaine. It's also lightly mentholated for cooling upon application. I have found it works wonders at home for burns, cuts and other...
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    What do you do when CNAs dont work and just take breaks and watch TV?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Bala Shark's topic in General Nursing

    The others said it well. Anyone so derelict on duty should be written up. If mgt/admin does not back you up, well you know what you are dealing with. The sad thing, this is all too common in many...
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    Do you ever deal with pregnant patients who "flip out"?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Jo Dirt's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Standing up for yourself is not flipping out in my book. That said, if you feel you are somehow at risk, you would do yourself a favor to see your dr/OB about your concerns as soon as you can. Best...
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    aren't there any uncomplicated births anymore??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to MIA-RN1's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You know what gets me? They worry endlessly about errors. And we all should. BUT WHAT DO THEY DO about it? When Aiken et al have said over and over, in study after study, higher ratios lead to worse...
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    aren't there any uncomplicated births anymore??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to MIA-RN1's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Good for you Cooper! I sometimes wonder too, what we are doing to our patients anymore. I dislike so much of what I see, I at times, question my working in a hospital at all. BUT I do feel priveledged...
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    Bilirubin level: What would you do?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to rnin02's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Oh my it's so tough to make these calls on the night shift. But I agree with the others, you handled it the way I would have. Always, too, bounce these things off w/your coworkers. Sometimes, this...
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    Do you ever deal with pregnant patients who "flip out"?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Jo Dirt's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I guess I see so many people flipping out these days. Kids flipping out at school and starting fights over stupid stuff. Grown adults starting fights at high school soccer games. I have seen plenty of...
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    What is your opinion?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to L&D-RN-Mom of 4's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I would contact a nurse-lawyer or my union rep (or both if you have them) about this. It's hardly likely anyone here can truly give you the advice you need to proceed, other than to seek legal...
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    Do you ever deal with pregnant patients who "flip out"?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Jo Dirt's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Anyone under great stress can "flip out". I don't find pregnant women any more "guilty" of this than anyone else in the general population. Got to ask: What makes you ask
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    Is melatonin safe?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to cinthern's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am sorry but the previous posters are right. Discussing specific supplement use and safety IS a medical issue. You need to take this one up your doctor or an herbalist/naturopath. Sorry to close the...
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    EFM - the research & the realities

    SmilingBluEyes replied to kathiecnm's topic in Ob/Gyn

    While we are not a Level III facility I chose to respond in hopes I can help you. My responses are in bold type. 1. What is your level of care & how many births/mo or yr? Level of care is Level...
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    Can't mix drugs??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to shortstuff31117's topic in Ob/Gyn

    And if there is confusion as to what drugs this will apply you will have to get confirmation from the pharmacy as to whether there are exceptions or not. If they draw a hard line, then I guess they...
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    Can't mix drugs??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to shortstuff31117's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I guess I don't get why or how they can arbitrarily decide to do this when there is no pharmacy support at night. Will the house sup do this then? What do you mean by mixing drugs? Are you talking...
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    Pandemic News/Awareness.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to indigo girl's topic in General Nursing

    Dixie, eye-opening site. Thank
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    Closing the unit

    SmilingBluEyes replied to JenTheRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I heartily
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    Closing the unit

    SmilingBluEyes replied to JenTheRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    If you have no means to close/lock unit (through controlled access) then you do have a problem. But I think somebody should then be available 24/7 for anyone who shows up for a labor check or is lost....
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    Laboring down

    SmilingBluEyes replied to nurse79's topic in Ob/Gyn

    If there is an urge to push, I say let them. But in absence of an urge (as in epidural anesthesia), laboring down makes much more sense to me. But many OBs dont' like us to do that. 9-5 obstetrics at...
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    Maternity position interview questions.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to isabing's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have actually had a dr do that to me recently (after starting a new job). He said "well we will see what little you know" and I said, "and I will see how much or little YOU KNOW too---this should...