JBudd MSN

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    We won $500!

    JBudd replied to MrsK_Nurse's topic in School

    I like the water bottle and bike helmet suggestions! How about skate board safety and arm/knee
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    How things change

    JBudd replied to jdub6's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I thnk it goes along with the shift to calling patients "customers" or "clients". I'm not selling anything to you, nor am I your lawyer; you are my patient! The loss of courtesy and respect for...
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    Accused of Privilege

    JBudd replied to nursemaryzzel's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OP, how has your first week gone? better?
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    Anyone know of ways to learn more about defensive charting?

    JBudd replied to Guest716906's topic in General Nursing

    I did a course (workbook) on charting, 30 ceus, I think it was through Western online schools. Had some really interesting stuff to say (and not say). It's called Charting for Nurses: How and What to...
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    To call out sick I need to call 3 different people

    JBudd replied to sweet sunshine's topic in General Nursing

    charge and the staffing office, but if I sound really bad (which is usually the only reason I call in, no voice whatsoever), the charge will call staffing for
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    Trouble for taking Doctors candy

    JBudd replied to zynnnie's topic in General Nursing

    "You are my gummy bear, my only gummy bear, you make me happy when docs are away...... You'll never know dear, what my blood sugar is, please don't take my gummy
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    EKG

    JBudd replied to amysnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Look for a nice smooth reading, if it is jumping up and down all over it is too much artifact. Just think of the ekgs you've seen, and ask yourself if this looks a smooth as
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    dosage calculation

    JBudd replied to Grnbay's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Liquid ibuprofen only comes in 100mg/
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    dosage calculation

    JBudd replied to Grnbay's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    dimensional analysis is great, it is what I taught for a long time. But you can do this a little more easily: convert lbs to kg answer 7.73 kg. 10mgs/kg gives you a dose of 77.3 mg. Giving a dose...
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    Taking the Plunge

    JBudd replied to Kiki.marie's topic in General Students

    23? you have plenty of time to make lots of choices, but good for you about going for what you want. School is what you make of it, you can study and succeed whether your school has good reviews or...
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    Why are they called, "Chucks?"

    JBudd replied to NPbyDay's topic in General Nursing

    Why call them chucks? Because Charles is too
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    Why do some nurses hate it in others pump at work?

    JBudd replied to remotefuse's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, but you see, people like you aren't the problem. People who refuse to consider the needs of the unit or their coworkers
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    Conflict with friend/coworker

    JBudd replied to Axgrinder's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You need to set some limits. If you are talking and texting daily, be firm that you will not discuss anything about work when not at work. Every text you get about something work related, just reply...
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    Emergency Care Technician

    JBudd replied to Kefilwe's topic in General Nursing

    You can go to a LPN program, or get an Associates (ASN) or Bachelors (BSN, Bach. of Science in Nursing) to become a nurse. You can't take the boards (NCLEX) to become a nurse unless you graduate...
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    Why do mean/crabby people become nurses??

    JBudd replied to R!XTER's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I was reading this going "this sounds familiar?" Bingo, original post was 2012. My answer, mean and crabby people exist in every profession. It's just harder to get away from them in a team...
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    Jack of all trades nurse

    JBudd replied to al3x117's topic in General Nursing

    Medsurg for sure. See everything, but have patients long enough to get to know them a bit. ER, we see a little of everything, but don't have the same patients for very long a
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    Shower tech advise

    JBudd replied to Rennae11's topic in General Nursing

    I like crocs, when they get dirty I just slip them off, rinse off in the sink and dry with paper towels. There are waterproof socks out there, try looking at sports stores. Wear light weight scrub...
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    Help! Tattoo and Nursing School

    JBudd replied to ds192's topic in General Nursing

    I doubt anyone would really notice a tatoo on the inside of a finger, but just wear a ring over it. Plain band, easy to wash, no raised stones to catch on things. Most of your patient care will...
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    How Do You Plan to Reach Your Goals in Nursing

    JBudd replied to purplegal's topic in General Nursing

    Remain functional until I can
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    Emergency Care Technician

    JBudd replied to Kefilwe's topic in General Nursing

    What country are you from? The US doesn't call levels of nursing "general", we have Licensed Practical (or Vocational) Nurses, and Registered Nurses. Both require college degrees and passing the...
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    Video RN screaming, dragged into police car d/t refused blood draw on unconscious patient!

    JBudd replied to SummitRN's topic in General Nursing

    Okay, you're cynical. Just because you happen to be right doesn't lessen that,
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    Emergency Department Triage Policy

    JBudd replied to Ocelot's topic in Emergency

    what system are you using? We use the ESI level 5 system, there is a whole training book and video to go with it. Standardizes care and needs. Check it out! I teach the course to our new staff,...
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    Dislike towards the patient whom I know outside work

    JBudd replied to ClumsyOne's topic in General Nursing

    Going back to the excellent advice you've been given..... give your supervisor a heads up NOW. For all you know, he may not even be there by the time you've finished orientation, but they deserve to...
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    Service Dogs Allowed in ISO?

    JBudd replied to NPbyDay's topic in General Nursing

    Our newly written service dog policy says the pt and family are responsible for taking the animal out and cleaning up after it. If there is no one? I really don't know. I don't think the dogs are...
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    Does anyone here like nursing?

    JBudd replied to bluestar776's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I do. I find myself humming at work many times, just contentedness. Am going on 37 years as a nurse now, aide and candystriper before that. I have been able to travel and work overseas, I teach...