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We use T-system and it's a breeze.

She told him today when he told her that we had contacted the pharmacy and Wyeth, that Protonix can be ototoxic.... Anybody ever heard of that????

So I called our pharmacy, and I just got off the phone with Wyeth, and both pharmacists confirmed that Protonix has not been tested nor FDA approved for IVP

Friend of mine is working with a preceptor who wants to know why you can't give IV protonix faster than two minutes IVP...We've looked everywhere and can't find the answer. I figured it might be a dystonic reaction like with reglan, but it doesn't say that anywhere either. We give IVPB over 15 minutes so I'm just not sure about the answer, plus I'm a 7-month-in-the-weeds, new grad :) . Can you help me out, please? Thanks!

What the heck? and just as many or more priority questions, back to back to back. It cut off at 75, and I feel horrible. I just feel like I probably screwed up on all the SATA, that it quickly made a decision that I was a fail... I didn't feel like I had enough time to redeem myself from all of those to pass. Anybody else deal with this?

How do you guys feel about sharing insulin for all your patients? What is your hospital's policy? I'm just a student, and it is the unforgiveable sin for us to give insulin that doesn't have the patient's name on it, but the nurses on the floor get irritated when we can't give it for that reason. I know there are a few floors with a bin full of Novolog bottles with God knows who's name on it. It seems like it would be a HIPAA violation as well, no?

How do you guys feel about sharing insulin for all your patients? What is your hospital's policy? I'm just a student, and it is the unforgiveable sin for us to give insulin that doesn't have the patient's name on it, but the nurses on the floor get irritated when we can't give it for that reason. I know there are a few floors with a bin full of Novolog bottles with God knows who's name on it. It seems like it would be a HIPAA violation as well, no?

I'm a senior nursing student working PT this summer as a sec/tech. I've learned a lot, but I'll tell you what, I can't wait until its over. I have never in my life seen so much abuse of power, and lack of thanks and appreciation as I have over the last weeks. The work is long and hard, and the money is ridiculous. So Secretaries, Techs, & CNA's, thank you for everything you do. Thank you for the putting in the long hours of back-breaking work. Thank you to the nurses that don't treat us like we're idiots, and not worthy of a simple please and thank you. /end rant :wink2:

I've seen a lot of schools say at least a 3.0 for pre-reqs, but when it comes down to it, it's usually 3.5 (at least) or better.

If nursing school were impossible, there would be no nurses.... I'm a 30-ish :) mom of four who is about to graduate in Dec. In addition, my husband and I take care of my disabled in-laws who live with us. School has not been easy, but you CAN do it. You will make it by putting one foot in front of the other and taking one day at a time. You hear stories about nurses eating their young, but I swear it can't be any worse than what some upperclass nursing students do to beginners with all the scare tactics and gossip. You are in charge of you, and quitting before you even start is just letting others control your life. Don't live your life based on fear or let anyone EVER make decisions for you! I've done a lot of things in my life, but nothing compares to the feeling I have from surviving this. I wouldn't trade anything for the example I'm setting for my children. Work hard, pay attention, and screw everybody else. Conformity is boring.....

I haven't had a problem with them disappearing at all. It does seem though (I imagine this happens everywhere) that if they aren't around they are usually busy with needy students. Our ratio is usually 10:1 so it's hard for one person to be on top of everybody.

For me, the key to being successful was learning how to dissect those damn questions! You have to learn to mark out distractors and extraneous information. Look for hints like "what should the nurse do FIRST" or tricky ones like "which is the "LEAST". Look for repeats. If one of the answers includes the same wording as the question, that one is probably the winner. Lastly, stick with Maslow. What's the most important. For example a patent airway is more important than skin care or diet teaching. I completely tear up my questions. I never turn in a test without marks. I'm sure they would look crazy to some, but I mark through everything I don't need. If you have time, cover the answers and think or write down what you think the answer may be. It's easier to clear your thoughts that way. Changing answers is usually bad Take your time, read the question two or even three times if you need to. Make sure you understand what they are asking BEFORE you go to the answers. Good luck! :) Forgot to add, I'd be leary of ever picking an "all" or "never" answer

Sorry, just wanted to clarify. You typed LVN/LPN/ASN/RN. I agree with everything Gila in that I don't think gender would change a thing. EMS is similar in that EMT-B, EMT-D, EMT-AI, and EMT-P are all considered under the same umbrella and all serve as an entry point. It does; however, depend on what the state recognizes in pre-hospital certifications.

But if she is working with a preceptor, is she not covered under the same umbrella as a student nurse?

Just wanted to point out that ASN and BSN are both RN

I could've written every word. Thanks for posting

For my clinical preceptor I would have to word it differently. I would have to say "Acute abdominal pain related to inflammation of the pancreas (insert secondary if you know i.e., gallstones, alcoholism, etc.) as manifested by .... You could use guarding, reported pain on the 10 pt pain scale, elevated VS, etc.

You win!

Agreed, I have some professional Birki's and I love them. I fractured my ankle in Jan'07 during clinicals while wearing danksos. Your ankles can roll if they are weak.

:chair: OK, Lynn...Are you standing outside my window????? lol Sounds like you know me! I guess my nutritionally sound diet of coffee and smokes isn't working????? Thanks guys for all the advice. I'm going to start walking as I don't run unless someone is chasing me and they're on fire

I literally have been sick since Dec. I'll get well and then a few days later it's on again. It's all viral I'm assuming as I'm passing on the "gift" to everyone in my house. I started clinicals this semester along with didactic so I'm sure stress is what's killing my immune system. Any tips you can give me on homeopathic boosters for my I.S.? TIA!

Congratulations!!! I can't wait for the day I can say that

I attend a University in NC that has a 4 year and 2 year nursing program. They are really pushing the ASN program to go as far as offering an ASN to MSN track this year. It is ASN to MSN in 24 months. So my thinking is I can work with an ASN while I finish the MSN track. The MSN track seems to be a lot of theory and major emphasis on community nursing and education. So, if you toss out management opportunities, educators, etc, what makes a BSN any better than an ASN in the realm of patient care? I apologize if I'm asking questions already answered. I'm new to the site and midway through my 1st semester of clinicals and Nursing Fundamentals. Thanks!