SmilingBluEyes

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

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    The fatting of America.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to tgibson3770's topic in General Nursing

    I do not know when I am hungry. I do not know when I am full. I never know when "enough really is enough"...... I have no clue cause I am an emotional eater. Can you believe that? I have messed up my...
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    Why are Newbies Such Whiners?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Some vision needs correcting. What we see is not always what
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    Who is more highly regarded?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to RITA2007's topic in General Nursing

    Fortunately we tend to judge by performance and professionalism. Neither is "better" than the other where I
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    About to start first job as RN-L&D

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Belinda-wales's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You will be fine. Let us know how it goes; I am very
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    PTSD after childbirth

    SmilingBluEyes replied to orcagrrrl2003's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Googling turned up some of the following for me: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2003/06/05/1054700311400.html http://www.4therapy.com/consumer/conditions/item.php?uniqueid=4228&categoryid=415&...
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    Is "magnet status" a joke?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to PattonD's topic in Ob/Gyn

    we have a few interesting threads about "magnet status" and what it does or does not mean for nurses. I will post a couple links for your reading pleasure:...
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    Letter writing for fundal pressure

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Beautifulbirth's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am glad the other member provided a reminder about posting too much information on a public board such as this. Please, never, ever use specifics such as hospital names, city names, staff names or...
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    Husbands or S/O's at routine exam

    SmilingBluEyes replied to walker shaw's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I thank you for your understanding. Remember, when you open a thread and ask questions, you are asking for general opinions and need to be open to receiving all kinds of varying input. Take what you...
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    Fetal Doppler

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Happy-ER-RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have definately heard fht at 9 weeks. But that is about as early as I have found
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    PCR testing of amniotic fluid

    SmilingBluEyes replied to GingerSue's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I honestly do not know the answer. Will do some research. Meanwhile, I am moving this to the OB forum, in hopes someone there will be able to help
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    Why must all docs bathe in cologne?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to kessadawn's topic in General Nursing

    Our docs don't wear any that I have ever smelled. Wish I could say the same for some nurses. There is one who floats up to the unit, who you can smell coming before she arrives. If she shows up again...
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    Is it true that a BSN will be mandatory soon?

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

    I agree with Tweety. No need to shout or yell to get a point across. This is a heated debate at times, and all sides have good points. Like our own Miranda says, we can disagree without being...
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    US citizen giving birth in Canada

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Jo Dirt's topic in Canada

    I still say the midwife/birthing center would be a good and economical way to go. Good
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    Husbands or S/O's at routine exam

    SmilingBluEyes replied to walker shaw's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Moderator Note: This thread has opened up some interesting dialogue. I am sorry if the OP or others may not have not gotten the exact input desired, but please don't discount the replies and...
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    Nurse tracking devices

    SmilingBluEyes replied to PattonD's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Tim, we agree rarely, but your letter is right-on in my book. You are so
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    Nurse tracking devices

    SmilingBluEyes replied to PattonD's topic in Ob/Gyn

    We have done fine in all the places I have worked without them. I would just as soon see admin not spend needless $$$ on such things, when there are needs that are much greater than this for our...
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    Cervidil--Talk to me!

    SmilingBluEyes replied to KellNY's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I guess this is why JCAHO and many others are getting excited about abbreviations. One acronym has several meanings,
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    The fatting of America.

    SmilingBluEyes replied to tgibson3770's topic in General Nursing

    As with any topic, if a thread is upsetting or it becomes tempting to flame someone, it's probably best to move on to a different topic or thread.
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    Help identifying decels on fetal monitor strip

    SmilingBluEyes replied to sweetcheekers's topic in Ob/Gyn

    great post nrse4ever!!!!! Welcome to allnurses.com and our
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    Pitocin induction-pit rates

    SmilingBluEyes replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    One alternative to having low dose overnight drips, having a woman stimulate her own nipples. Just a
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    Pitocin induction-pit rates

    SmilingBluEyes replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have heard of low-dose overnight inductions, yes. We rarely do this anymore. If a woman is not ripe, her cervix won't generally respond to pit, no matter what rate. If the woman needs ripening, she...
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    Pitocin induction-pit rates

    SmilingBluEyes replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    All of our docs are in concurrence. We start at 1-2 mu/min and move up by 1-2 mu/min every 15-30 minutes, up to no higher than 20 mu/min at any time. Low and slow is definately the way to go,...
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    NEW GRAD: L&D, PP, or ANTE

    SmilingBluEyes replied to Curious1alwys's topic in Ob/Gyn

    If I had my choice, I would start you out in Postpartum or Mother-Baby. Not that this area is "easy" but it is a different pace and not as acute as Labor/ Delivery are. I have seen so many nurses do...
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    Getting an epidural (with fentayl) may hinder breastfeeding (new study)

    SmilingBluEyes replied to mitchsmom's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think part of the problem is pressure moms and staff feel to get breastfeeding going and fast. Sometimes, we need to "let things happen" . Too often, we push the concept that successful...
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    Cervidil--Talk to me!

    SmilingBluEyes replied to KellNY's topic in Ob/Gyn

    SROM is spontaneous rupture of membranes BR is bathroom VS means vital signs NS means normal saline Lock refers to a saline lock, which is established IV access (with no fluids running at the time)...