SmilingBluEyes replied to happyrn10's topic in Ob/Gyn
I find our lady docs are very clean and tidy. I love that. Our men need a D- on this area. they are the ones who tend to leave a bloody mess in their wakes, and the woman all up in stirrups, a...
SmilingBluEyes replied to love2shop's topic in Ob/Gyn
Please understand, we were not there at your labor nor are privvy to your medical history, so anything we say really is not necessarily on-target or what you need to hear. That is why I would urge you...
SmilingBluEyes replied to love2shop's topic in Ob/Gyn
I think to evaluate this and give you advice is out of our scope as nurses on this board. If I were you, I would request my medical records be sent to and evaluated by a physician or midwife who is...
SmilingBluEyes replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn
Then it was certainly win-win for you, Jan!!!! That is great when the rare serendipity situation arises in our work lives. It's something I appreciate more each
SmilingBluEyes replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn
Funny thing is, I became perdiem in a rather involuntary way, out of necessity--- not choice--- back when I had my daughter. I have been a nurse nearly 10 years yet only worked fulltime 2 1/2...
SmilingBluEyes replied to EnergeticRN's topic in Ob/Gyn
You are right. Many women think having an epidural is the only way to go. It is very hard to turn this around. So many come in wanting epidurals and yet barely contracting and like 1 cm. Part of it is...
SmilingBluEyes replied to happyrn10's topic in Ob/Gyn
Every place is different. In one hospital, where I have worked, the MDA rolled in his/her cart w/the goodies inside. In others, we have to get it all. These things are all locked up in a room and we...
SmilingBluEyes replied to nurse79's topic in Ob/Gyn
Our OBs have been good about this for years, at least 7 or so. I rarely see them cut anyone. They prefer to let the peri stretch and "prove" itself. They understand you create a really easy and clear...
SmilingBluEyes replied to happyrn10's topic in Ob/Gyn
One big yet simple piece of advice: KEEP UP ON YOUR CHARTING during LABOR , cause when pushing, you have no time. Keep your labor charts up to date as you go. This will save you time later. Chart...
SmilingBluEyes replied to EnergeticRN's topic in Ob/Gyn
Anecdotally, I am totally for epidural in some cases. I am also pro-natural for those who really desire it. But for my case, I feel an epidural kept me out the OR to have a c/section with my son....
SmilingBluEyes replied to jenrninmi's topic in Ob/Gyn
I am so, so happy for you, Jen. Keep up that positive attitude. I am sure your patients love you-----I really love seeing someone so happy and enthusiastic.... Enjoy your
SmilingBluEyes replied to 2bNurseNik's topic in General Nursing
Yep. I did so. I was a supply systems analyst in the US Air Force when I got out and went to school on my GI Bill. I had no medical background at all. 10 years after graduating RN school, it's going...
SmilingBluEyes replied to IsseyM's topic in Operating Room
I agree, so let's stop this here. If anyone is attacked and/or insulted by another poster, please, instead of responding directly, ONLY report it, using the red triangle at the bottom left of the...
SmilingBluEyes replied to Jo Dirt's topic in Ob/Gyn
Patient advocacy in the labor and delivery setting requires advocating for TWO patients at a time, mom AND baby. In this light, I can't advocate for non-medical strictly elective surgery in a person...