SmilingBluEyes

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

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    Interesting places where women have given birth

    SmilingBluEyes replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The pics from the outdoor delivery were just beautiful. It was a beautiful birth and beautiful
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    Interesting places where women have given birth

    SmilingBluEyes replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Ob/Gyn

    yes on
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    Unsafe staffing in OB dept

    SmilingBluEyes replied to rntobe2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I disagree. The 2nd person needs to be a qualified nurse, not an
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    H-i-p-a-a

    SmilingBluEyes replied to KellNY's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's the wrong acronym. HEADACHE works for
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    Standard of Care/preterm labor check

    SmilingBluEyes replied to magz53's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I would be writing this up---if the standard is to be seen by physician and there is a time frame in your P/P and it's violated, write it up. In the chart, you can state times when you called the MD...
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    Interesting places where women have given birth

    SmilingBluEyes replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Know of a gal who had her baby in her backyard (she lives on
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    Interesting places where women have given birth

    SmilingBluEyes replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Two babies were born in cars on I-5 in traffic jams in Seattle area this week. I forsee this getting more frequent as the traffic keeps getting worse all the
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    gyne nurses...i need your help

    SmilingBluEyes replied to sunneeRN's topic in General Nursing

    Definately take this to a caring and supportive Gynecologist. Could be dyspareunia, a chronic, painful condition afflicting many women. I am so sorry about this; it must be horrible. Definately pursue...
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    Have you had a baby at your hospital??

    SmilingBluEyes replied to shortstuff31117's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I cannot fathom their justfication for not allowing an uncomplicated labor patient ambulate and have intermittent monitoring. That is just
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    What's your experience with doulas?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to EnergeticRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree, a good doula is a great
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    Arthritis and Bone Spurs at age 25 ????

    SmilingBluEyes replied to jnette's topic in General Nursing

    WOW jnette, no wisdom here but heartfelt thoughts ...I am so sorry to hear this. How sad for him...also... How will it affect his
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    I really, really feel like calling it quits

    SmilingBluEyes replied to shining_star28463's topic in General Nursing

    I had a clinical instructor try to have me tossed in my 2nd semester for misunderstanding her ---I thought I was checked off to give PO meds and did so, and she said I was not. I had to spend the...
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    Opened The Window And In Flu Enza

    SmilingBluEyes replied to CHATSDALE's topic in General Nursing

    I have a nasty ugly cough brewing. I have not been sick w/this many bugs in one season in years. I am so tired of
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    checking cervix

    SmilingBluEyes replied to happyrn10's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Practice, practice, practice. It will come with
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    What's your experience with doulas?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to EnergeticRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Most of these patients you speak of however, are NOT your typical doula/natural birth people; those who have doulas tend to HAVE investigated and shown interest in laboring naturally or coping in...
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    BOA's !!!

    SmilingBluEyes replied to nurse79's topic in Ob/Gyn

    You have it pretty well down already. Remember, these kids "deliver" themselves for the most part. They tend to come fast, so support the perineum and have mom do controlled pushing or panting if the...
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    PLEASE HELP... starting the night shift

    SmilingBluEyes replied to cinthern's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Take care of your physical and emotional wellbeing. That is to say, eat well, exercise and make sure others respect your sleep schedule, including your family, friends and coworkers. GOOD LUCK!!!...
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    New RN, will have interview for a birthing center position, need advice, please!

    SmilingBluEyes replied to manangmdrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Nothing at wrong with having goals and aspirations. But the others are right; you want them to know how they benefit having you as their staff nurse. Don't be afraid to toot your horn in this respect....
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    Unsafe staffing in OB dept

    SmilingBluEyes replied to rntobe2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    In 10 years' practice working 4 different places, I see it clearly: OB is often disrespected and misunderstood by nurse managers and house supervisors. It's not easy being in our situation. All we...
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    Unsafe staffing in OB dept

    SmilingBluEyes replied to rntobe2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    NEVER , EVER chart unsafe staffing situation specifics on patient charts. If there is a problem affecting safe care of pt, you can chart "Dr XYZ" or House Supervisor, Nurse XYZ notified, no orders...
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    Unsafe staffing in OB dept

    SmilingBluEyes replied to rntobe2005's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Your coworkers and nurse manager need to bone up on safe practices/staffing in OB, if they feel this was a comfortable staffing situation. Mainly the part about there being TWO NRP trained staff for...
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    masteral degrees

    SmilingBluEyes replied to confuzhn's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Such degrees are "master's degrees" not masteral. And yes, there are differences. I am sure an advanced-practice RN with more qualifications to speak than I will be along to help you soon! Good
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    Which is best?

    SmilingBluEyes replied to emybaby2's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    You would want to contact the schools you consider to learn their specific requirements. Best
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    4th degree Laceration..ouch!

    SmilingBluEyes replied to nurse79's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree w/you
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    Husbands or S/O's at routine exam

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

    I always ask the patient if she is comfortable being examined and having her health history taken with whomever is present in the room. I also point to and have the patient read the part about whether...