Wile E Coyote ASN, RN

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    New here. Ltc or CCU? Help!

    Wile E Coyote replied to Lillysrpretty4u's topic in General Nursing

    Those folks that told you that managing 1, 2, or 3 ICU pts would seem like a cakewalk to you coming from M/S did you a disservice. Juggling names, or rooms? Yes, remembering 2 patient names vs 10 is...
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    CRNA vs Anesthesiologist Assistant

    Wile E Coyote replied to mariemonae92's topic in General Nursing

    Your friend needs to be comfortable with the idea that going AA means ALWAYS requiring on-site MDA (physician anesthesiologist) supervision and that she will not be licensed to practice in every US...
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    I&D...sterile procedure?

    Wile E Coyote replied to deefizzle's topic in General Nursing

    I'm thinking the laughing was regarding your use of 'ladies' in your comment. Several of the previous posters are not
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    Was this a blood transfusion reaction?

    Wile E Coyote replied to blahblahblah172's topic in Critical Care

    To my knowledge, the only clear way to distinguish blood reaction vs. sepsis would be by further lab testing, like already mentioned. I also think you handled that damn well, and encourage you to go...
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    I&D...sterile procedure?

    Wile E Coyote replied to deefizzle's topic in General Nursing

    I hear this repeated often, but it's actually around 7% for the European nurses in this pooled literature study, so there's hope for us. MRSA carriage among healthcare workers in non-outbreak...
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    Crusty old bat in new RN role..

    Wile E Coyote replied to TNurse4u's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Your preceptor may be inexperienced in the role and having difficulty in sharing the sandbox. It's common, and should be discussed among you two and your
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    New grad, do not feel challenged at all. Help?

    Wile E Coyote replied to RNinCali15's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Your dream job happens to be in a specialty that's know (in my experience) for being the most protective of it's patients as far as acute care goes. I read Sour's post as a call to acknowledge the...
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    Are Five Alternatives to ADHD Medication Right For You Or Your Child?

    Wile E Coyote replied to brenanpeak's topic in General Nursing

    Well, duh. Everyone knows that hackberry compote makes ALL the difference. I saw it on Dr
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    Are Five Alternatives to ADHD Medication Right For You Or Your Child?

    Wile E Coyote replied to brenanpeak's topic in General Nursing

    Haha, he's not offering your son a ride to the recruiting office. It's a valid general question based upon the observation that certain personalities thrive under that structure and accountability....
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    Are Five Alternatives to ADHD Medication Right For You Or Your Child?

    Wile E Coyote replied to brenanpeak's topic in General Nursing

    Would you kindly share your source for the claims made in this article? Also, what is your own professional experience with ADHD? Edit: Lastly, it doesn't seem that your target audience was the...
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    Annual License renewal

    Wile E Coyote replied to Newnurse65's topic in General Nursing

    Some states renew annually, some biannually, some every 4 like
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    Do women find male nurses attractive?

    Wile E Coyote replied to Sykadia's topic in Men in Nursing

    Yeah, I'm thinking the reference in regards to gays is mostly lost here, so Ill spell it out for the masses. A 'beard' is the opposite gendered partner in a relationship used as a 'cover' for closeted...
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    Do women find male nurses attractive?

    Wile E Coyote replied to Sykadia's topic in Men in Nursing

    I think you should check again, ya know, for science. We'll wait
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    Poor Judgment, Didn't notice Compartment?

    Wile E Coyote replied to morningland's topic in General Nursing

    The numbness alone is not specific to compartment syndrome, though. In regards to the pain, look more for increased or disproportionate pain on passive movement as it's a little more specific to CS....
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    Do women find male nurses attractive?

    Wile E Coyote replied to Sykadia's topic in Men in Nursing

    I admire you and Boston's strength. Persevere,
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    Question from non-nurse

    Wile E Coyote replied to Imnotanurse's topic in General Nursing

    There are stiff fines and lawsuits awaiting the unlucky individual that makes a recommendation which is later brought to the attention of gov regulators or competitors to the receiver of the...
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    Do women find male nurses attractive?

    Wile E Coyote replied to Sykadia's topic in Men in Nursing

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    Do women find male nurses attractive?

    Wile E Coyote replied to Sykadia's topic in Men in Nursing

    OP, I unconsciously elected to measure my own 'manliness' by a different yardstick many years ago, but I understand that not everyone is like me. Much of my history and interests put me squarely in...
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    Do women find male nurses attractive?

    Wile E Coyote replied to Sykadia's topic in Men in Nursing

    I think you are unfairly sexualizing his use of 'like' when another interpretation could easily be made. I personally read his 'like' as in permit, consent, approve, allow,
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    Do women find male nurses attractive?

    Wile E Coyote replied to Sykadia's topic in Men in Nursing

    ^^^These replies are a part of why men "bottle it up"
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    Do women find male nurses attractive?

    Wile E Coyote replied to Sykadia's topic in Men in Nursing

    You're projecting your insecurities, amigo. Any lady worth knowing won't overlook you for being a nurse. Edit* Visit the 'men in nursing' section here to see that this question gets asked somewhat...
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    What maybe the reason?

    Wile E Coyote replied to JannyWilson's topic in General Nursing

    When you joined, you agreed to not ask or answer medical questions. This is a question for your medical
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    hepatitis C

    Wile E Coyote replied to michaelgoddwin's topic in General Nursing

    Hello, when you joined, you acknowledged the site's terms of service. One major term is not requesting or offering medical advice. We recommend you discuss this with your medical care provider, and...
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    CSC help

    Wile E Coyote replied to jk2185's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with Juan. CSC is straightforward with even one good year of landing fresh hearts. More folks should do it, particularly in facilities that pay for addtl certs directly or as part of a...
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    Salaried Unit-based Educators...

    Wile E Coyote posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    I'm a Charge RN being solicited by leadership to apply for a soon-to-be-created critical care unit-based educator position for a total of 19 beds. We currently have educators for nurse residents and...