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  1. wet to dry dilemma

    jenac posted a topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    Ok guys, I am a new nurse. Have only had my license for about four months now- but have always had a passion for woundcare- dating back to my STNA days of assisting with drsg. changes or peeking under...

  2. Need pupil dilation chart....

    jenac posted a topic in General Nursing

    I know I've seen them-the ones that show comparision sizes? Anyone know a site where I could find it? Google has WAY too many, and none of what I want. Help!

  3. Need pupil dilation chart....

    jenac replied to jenac's topic in General Nursing

    Perfect!

  4. need info on ec

    jenac replied to linnythepooh's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thank you both for your comments- I'm glad to know you face no such problems! As I said- I am ernestly looking into this option. It's nice to know all the effort wont be

  5. need info on ec

    jenac replied to linnythepooh's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I'd like to expand on this alittle...I've heard rumors that EC grads are having a difficult time finding jobs afterwards. Can anyone clarify this? I have been an LPN for two years now- with lots of...

  6. mydriasis and Strattera for ADHD

    jenac posted a topic in General Nursing

    Anyone with experience with Strattera...my 13 year old is displaying constant dilation of both pupils. Aside from the fact that this drug really seems to have no effect on his impulsitivity and...

  7. mydriasis and Strattera for ADHD

    jenac replied to jenac's topic in General Nursing

    This has been a long running battle with meds for us. He started with the Ritalin in the 1st grade, tried the Adderal, herbs/ interventions and Concerta, -now the Strattera (8th grade). Of all-I felt...

  8. Is nsg school part of the problem with the profession?

    jenac replied to rnmi2004's topic in General Nursing

    My whole life- I was taught to stand up for myself. To do my best, always. Did I take criticism to heart? Yep-still do. But I will stand up when I feel others are wrong. In nursing school- I...

  9. Caring for patients with VRE (lots of questions!)

    jenac replied to findingmywayRN's topic in General Nursing

    Try this page for more information: http://www.cinetwork.com/otero/vre.html Tons of reults on Google. Hope you find what your looking

  10. need some advice on getting family member medical attention against their will

    jenac replied to rhonda L's topic in General Nursing

    As for the competency question- this man is obviously depressed. The fact that he is stating he would choice death over care makes that a bit obvious. The question than becomes one of if he was not so...

  11. Do families HAVE to suffer while in school?

    jenac replied to carlalogan's topic in General Nursing

    As everyone has said- having a supportive partner and family willing to chip in makes all the differnce. As one of the first posters said- some of those horror stories come from people who aren't so...

  12. Nursing Home ratios??

    jenac replied to JustJulesy's topic in General Nursing

    I think 1:20/25 with two aides and a float is pretty much the norm around here, on day shift anyway. On midnights it goes up to

  13. What is your biggest nursing pet peeve?

    jenac replied to ferfer's topic in General Nursing

    1- Nurses who claim to have done a drsg. change- yet, it's exactely the same one I put one yesterday (or three days ago)and my initials are still on it! 2-The LTC nurse who grips about having her...

  14. Peds: How much laxative is too much?

    jenac posted a topic in General Nursing

    Ok- my 12 yr. old is having a f/u IVP tommorrow morning following kidney surgery in January. As prep for the IVP- he was suppose to be giving a lax- 10oz. of Mag Citrate, 4 Doucosate tabs (20mg), and...

  15. CNA in LTC needing to talk

    jenac replied to Krissy NY's topic in General Nursing

    It is horrible (not to mention unproffessional) the way you are being treated. Unfortunitly- I have seen this many times, as a CNA, and as an LPN. Staff complain about lack of help- yet they chase the...

  16. Resources for aiding people to get their prescriptions page 6

    jenac replied to movealong's topic in General Nursing

    I have actually dealt with Tapp and Mereck recently for a resident who has no insurence and pays privately for his meds ($500 a MONTH before Pt. assistence programs like the ones you have listed) The...

  17. Scheduled chat tonight 3/13/04!

    jenac replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in General Nursing

    Now Jnette...we know you love to talk! Join us for that, if nothing

  18. Nurses and their own health care ...

    jenac replied to RNPATL's topic in General Nursing

    Zacaries- a Zpak is a Zithromax dose pack. The Prednisone was for the swollen throat, and the pressure due to my ear canals swelling shut. It decreased the inflammation and made it bearable untill the...

  19. Everything Happens For a Reason

    jenac replied to Surgical Hrt RN's topic in General Nursing

    Some doors really do hold mysteries. I'm so glad your's turned out so well.

  20. Nurses and their own health care ...

    jenac replied to RNPATL's topic in General Nursing

    Hahaha...exactley! I'm one those nurses that generally tells the DR. what I need. She plays along- but it drives the MA nuts...:) Called her once after a bout with serious sinus/bilat ear...

  21. ADHD and son

    jenac replied to kastas's topic in General Nursing

    Well, if nothing else- we've all found that we're definately not alone. We have our own little support group right here! No matter what each of is is going through or dealing with- I hope all of you...

  22. What do I do...I witnessed pt. physical abuse

    jenac replied to abnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Wow- what a situation to witness! Were this pt. my sister/mother/friend- I would have a fit!!! I definately think you did the right thing here. Any bystander would find this situation abusive-...

  23. First license renewal?

    jenac posted a topic in Ohio Nursing

    Per the OBN- CEUs are required except on the first renewal after inital licensure by exam. So..this being my first renewal (Licensed initally in 9/02) I don't need any?! Really? Shucks...and here I've...

  24. First license renewal?

    jenac replied to jenac's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Thank you for the

  25. Why you as Nurses choose nursing homes?

    jenac replied to Marti Ann's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I choose LTC because you really get to know each one of your residents. You get to make the difference in their day-get to become almost family, sometimes all they have. Some of the people you meet...