NorthpoleRN

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  1. What have I gotten myself into!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Hang in there! I totally understand what you mean. I went thru the same thing when I started L&D a almost 2yrs ago. I was very excited to start working here, but I didn't understand a lot of the...
  2. Question about FFP transfusion

    FFP is a blood product and should be treated as blood. At my facility we use the blood tubing and also have NS piggy backed to it. I would definately ask someone who might know the policies in your...
  3. loss of confidence

    I'm glad to hear that you didn't apply for that nursing home position. I know how you felt. I've done that before. Shortly after I got off orientation I told a pt that she was complete. We called the...
  4. Frequency in changing trach inner cannulas..

    In my facility we change q24 hrs, but clean q8rs and PRN (depending on the type of
  5. Crepitus

    Thank you for sharing with us! It's been interesting to see how everyone has responded. I hope you don't stress out about this. It's a great learning experience for all of us. I'm glad your facility...
  6. Crepitus

    My understanding of crepitus in this pt is that he had crackles in the lungs due to all the fluid accumulation. Did anyone listen to his lungs? I don't believe you are at fault. You did not D'C the...
  7. PITA ED patients - how to handle?

    Your frustrations are totally normal! Sometimes I wonder why in the world I do what I do??? We are in a stressful and a challenging profession, but very rewarding. I know no one can pay us enough for...
  8. Crash Cart

    It would be a scary thing to not have a code cart ready when you need it. I certainly hope this doesn't happen often anywhere! At my facility, usually the charge nurse is responsible at the beginning...
  9. Things you wish you could say to your co-workers...

    It's pretty annoying and I would definately say something. There's a time and a place for
  10. RN from h#ll

    It's a shame that this
  11. Med Surg right after graduation?

    I highly encourage med-surg experience before specializing in a specific unit. It not only helps you connect everything you have learned in nursing school, but also helps build your skills in many...
  12. I just have to share this!!

    That was hilarious!!!