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  1. Feeling guilty and mad at the same time

    at our hospital we have a policy that u should not work more than 48 hrs a week. Well actually its part of the health and safety at work. If we do extra shifts, i.e bank work we have to let them know....
  2. just got back after having a scan they said i have a 'popped' lymph gland. Never heard of that before. thats why its swollen and tender. This could be caused cos i'm pregnant. It was such a relief i...
  3. going for my appointment in 2 hrs........got the butterflies. Had my scan yesterday and i thought i was 14 weeks, but according to my scan i'm 12 weeks and 3 days. It was lovely to see the baby. it...
  4. Amniocentisis............

    i have just been offeed an amniocentisis. I've had no bloods or any thing yet, apparently women 35 yrs are offered this test. Has anyone had this done? If so does the test hurt and is there a chance...
  5. thanks for all ur support. Its nice to know there are people out there to help and support you. I will keep you posted. Got my 1st scan and check up next weds, but will mention it to midwife and my...
  6. keeping you updated.just got back from docs about my swelling under arm He still not sure and has refered me to a breast surgeon for more advice. He said he thinks it may be linked to me being...
  7. chuffed with myself

    well done chris rob. U have made such a big achievement. I would be very proud of myself if i done what you did. The most i have done is the walkathon which is organised by our local radio station and...
  8. British Healthcare?

  9. British Healthcare?

    our hospital is very hot on foreign travellers who have to use the NHS. I'm sure they have to pay and then claim it back on their own insurance, but i dont know how it works for foreign students
  10. just a question....

    i'm 9 weeks pregnant and work on paeds ward, apart from the obvious chickenpox, menningitis, x-rays, T.B are there other things i should keep away from? I was told by a friend (not a nurse) to avoid...
  11. But I'm Pregnant . . . . .

    well i'm nearly 12 weeks pregnant and unfortunately the doc has put me off sick for a few weeks cos im not well and i cant carry out my job, i need to rest as i'm a high risk of having complications...
  12. But I'm Pregnant . . . . .

    well i'm nearly 12 weeks pregnant and unfortunately the doc has put me off sick for a few weeks cos im not well and i cant carry out my job, i need to rest as i'm a high risk of having complications...
  13. Foundation hospitals?

    is anyone working at a hospital which has been on trial as a foundation hospital? How is the difference and pay? Im a D grade just had 1st increment.The AFC is suppose to come into affect in Oct 2004...
  14. Foundation hospitals?

    is anyone working at a hospital which has been on trial as a foundation hospital? How is the difference and pay? Im a D grade just had 1st increment.The AFC is suppose to come into affect in Oct 2004...
  15. Chris at lucas............hope you ok too.It is a worrying time when these things happen cos you do think of the worst. Thanks all for your replies its nice to know there is someone out there who can...
  16. Chris at lucas............hope you ok too.It is a worrying time when these things happen cos you do think of the worst. Thanks all for your replies its nice to know there is someone out there who can...
  17. thank u for your replies. we do some resarch
  18. thank u for your replies. we do some resarch
  19. Lifting during Pregnancy

    Lifting is prohibited for me in my first few weeks cos i'm a high risk of bleeding, as i bled in my 2 previous pregnancies. I think it is prohibited if it can cause problems and even
  20. Lifting during Pregnancy

    Lifting is prohibited for me in my first few weeks cos i'm a high risk of bleeding, as i bled in my 2 previous pregnancies. I think it is prohibited if it can cause problems and even
  21. Jock Itch

    canesten cream........ an anti fungal
  22. Jock Itch

    canesten cream........ an anti fungal
  23. i'm 11 weeks pregnant and have developed a swelling under my arm, there is not really a lump. It is tender sometimes. My dr checked it out and didnt know what it was. He said he didnt think it was...
  24. Guys and Gals Poll

    female RN (child
  25. Guys and Gals Poll

    female RN (child