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    OTC meds in school

    luvschoolnursing posted a topic in School

    I was wondering how you handle OTC meds in school. Do you require a physicians order for meds like Tylenol or just a parents note? If you accept a parents note, do you have written standing orders...
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    Where is everyone ?!

    luvschoolnursing replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in School

    Good to hear from you Nursing Student. You'll have to change your screen name soon!!! I've been volunteering at church camp for a couple weeks, taking an on line class and trying to get my house in...
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    What was the idea behind this forum ??

    luvschoolnursing replied to james.smith531's topic in Male Nursing Students

    It gives us female nurses some place to
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    You should NOT become a nurse if...

    luvschoolnursing replied to dani888's topic in General Nursing

    You should NOT become a nurse if... you really desire to be a physician because they are two entirely different
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    Surge of Flu Cases in Argentina and Chile

    luvschoolnursing replied to indigo girl's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Thanks for the info. I was wondering how the southern hemisphere is doing. Do you think this is a reflection of what we can expect in the
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    Patient called me Chubby... LOL

    luvschoolnursing replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    I've been called pregnant and fat both. I figure, I am fat, if it bothers me that much, I should lose weight. Of course, I'd LOVE to lose weight, just doesn't seem to come off that
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    Can I get an AMEN !!

    luvschoolnursing replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    I was off school 2 days and got some kind of virus/flu!!! Running a fever and coughing like crazy. At least I don't have to worry about "my" kids because there's no sub. I'm sure I'll be recovered...
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    Come and get it!

    luvschoolnursing replied to Aneroo's topic in School

    I dispose of any meds left over at the end of the year. I send a letter home a couple weeks before school ends telling them they need to be picked up or they will be destroyed. No one comes to pick up...
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    Field Day "Drama"

    luvschoolnursing replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Hang in there, Praiser! You can make it to the finish
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    Stumped by an interview question....."Tell me about an "Ah-ha!" moment

    luvschoolnursing replied to valeriecathleen's topic in School

    I found interviewing for a school nurse position to be much more intimidating than any other job I had interviewed for. I had never been interviewed by SO MANY people at one time. In the hospital it...
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    Would you work in your child's schoo?

    luvschoolnursing replied to linda1959's topic in School

    I work in the high school where both of my children are. I joke with them that in a few years, I'll be the only family member still in high school! My advice is try not to be more involved than you...
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    Someone talk me down...

    luvschoolnursing replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in School

    Don't jump, Purple!! :eek:As long as you acted properly and documented everything, the parent doesn't have a leg to stand on. Sorry you have to deal with this. Some folks are just crazy, no matter...
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    Something very strange going on at my school

    luvschoolnursing replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in School

    glad you had a good, slow day. you deserve one now and
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    Let's All Celebrate for nursing student 19 !

    luvschoolnursing replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    you go girl. best of luck in whatever area of nursing you choose. i know you'll do great because i can hear the caring in your posts.:redpinkhe enjoy married life, too. don't forget us over here in...
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    ~!~ ...SERIOUSLY ...~!~

    luvschoolnursing replied to 2bNurse22*'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have said that I not only needed A & P in nursing school, I would have loved to go back and take it again after being a nurse a few years. I think taking it again now would really make me say...
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    Crutches v Wheelchair

    luvschoolnursing replied to LovingOBFutureFNP's topic in School

    My kids are always trying to get the wheelchair. One said to me yesterday. "I bet when we're not here, you ride all over the place in that thing, popping wheelies" And I thought no one knew-guess...
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    Enjoy your three-day weekend !

    luvschoolnursing replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in School

    Hubby and son went away for the weekend so it's just me and daughter. Lots of sappy movies and shopping are in my
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    I'm So Happy I Could Cry!

    luvschoolnursing replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    An actual sub!? Wow, you are lucky today. That's why I hardly ever take a day off-no subs. Hope you had a great day and going into a long weekend.
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    Girl Raped at school !

    luvschoolnursing replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in School

    Hugs to you nursing student. Your student is in my prayers, as are you. You're right, we don't need any details, it's just enough knowing this poor girl had to have this
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    Am I a mean, horrible school nurse?

    luvschoolnursing replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in School

    i don't see many lost baby teeth in high school but my pet peeve is eye drops-artificial tears-after swimming and contact lens cases. Yes, I know our med policy is strict but you can carry artificial...
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    HS vs. mid. school vs. elem.

    luvschoolnursing replied to linda1959's topic in School

    I went to high school after 5 years of elementary. I took the job because that was the one available, but was glad because that was the age group I wanted. It can be a bit overwhelming at first...
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    What??

    luvschoolnursing replied to SchoolNurseBSN's topic in School

    Look on the bright side-we get summers:yeah:How many years did we get no summers, no holidays, no life...Yeah it's hectic this time of year, but it's still the best job I ever
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    Would This Bother Y'all?

    luvschoolnursing replied to AngelfireRN's topic in School

    When you sub, I think you have to err on the side of caution. (heck, I know my kids and often err on the side of caution) You can always even say to the parent, "I know Mrs. Smith, the regular nurse...
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    uh duh !

    luvschoolnursing replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in School

    ''After I realized it was a recurring pattern, I mailed home a letter to parents that said students will only be sent home sick if they are acutely ill. If you believe that your child feels poorly...
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    Happy Mother's Day!

    luvschoolnursing replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    Happy Mother's day to all! My daughter bought a planter and filled it with flowers to put on my deck and my son is cooking me dinner tonight!! (both with help from hubby) I love my