VivaLasViejas ASN, RN

LTC, assisted living, med-surg, psych

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    Would you be willing to do this?

    VivaLasViejas replied to nursemaa's topic in General Nursing

    Been there, done that, got the ulcer to prove it. :stone That's the very reason I am no longer in management.
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    Wrist Blood Pressure Cuffs

    VivaLasViejas replied to RNonRun's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure what you're getting at.........do you want advice on choosing a model, or an OK to use one of these things despite knowing they are unreliable?? Personally, I wouldn't waste a dime on a...
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    How often is a TB Mask Fit Testing done?

    VivaLasViejas replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for commiserating.........I wish I COULD take an Ativan, but I've got to go to work right after the test and can't be running the floor with my brain turning to mush!!
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    Nursing student just got a DUI

    VivaLasViejas replied to joecalifa's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know about anyone else, but I still sense a lack of seriousness in the OP's attitude toward his crime. Makes me wonder what it takes for some people to 'get it'.......does society need to...
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    How often is a TB Mask Fit Testing done?

    VivaLasViejas replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks! I just talked to the employee health nurse's secretary, who didn't know if there was an alternative to the traditional fit-testing method, but said she'd tell him about my little 'problem', so...
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    Mt St. Helen's

    VivaLasViejas replied to Nesher's topic in Washington Nursing

    Uhhhh, I think it did more than just burp......I was at work when it happened, and it was all any of the patients could talk about! It sure looked serious this time........it'll be interesting to see...
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    Extremely embarrassing question..please don't laugh...k?

    VivaLasViejas replied to IloveSnoopy's topic in Gastroenterology

    DON'T be embarrassed.........just get yourself to the doctor and have this checked out!! It's not unheard-of for endometriosis to spread to areas not even closely related to the uterus, so I wouldn't...
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    Making up itals 2

    VivaLasViejas replied to Talk2much555's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not sure what's to 'take into consideration'........Falsifying medical documentation is a CRIME which could, in theory, send you to prison. I'm glad you now know why it's a bad thing to do, but I...
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    OF mega codes and AED's in LTC...(kinda funny!)

    VivaLasViejas replied to Antikigirl's topic in General Nursing

    YES! I think all healthcare facilities, including assisted living, should have at least one AED and all staff should know how to use it. In fact, I think ALL public buildings should have them......it...
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    Numbing Your Butt!!!!

    VivaLasViejas replied to CRNANUPE_2B's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I was laughing too hard the first time I read this post to answer it with any degree of decorum. Now that I've calmed down somewhat, let me just state that if your, um, sit-upon is painful after...
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    Speaking Spanish Helpful?

    VivaLasViejas replied to Energizer Bunny's topic in General Nursing

    Hola, Gennaver! Muchas gracias para la palabra correcta........me gusta aprender cosas nuevas cuando tengo la oportunidad. Yo misma soy una person 'aculturada' tambien. Hablo dos lenguas, el ingles y...
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    Do you draw blood from a PICC line?

    VivaLasViejas replied to xmaxiex's topic in General Nursing

    Well, since I work in a hospital, I draw blood from whatever source I can......PICC, central line, even a peripheral if I can get it. I'm unaware of any different rules for this in LTC, except you...
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    Medical abbreviations...

    VivaLasViejas replied to LorraineCNA's topic in General Nursing

    Per JCAHO, we are no longer supposed to use the term "cc"......now everything is in
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    Thanks for nothing doc

    VivaLasViejas replied to PMHNP10's topic in General Nursing

    I think that maybe these falls could be passive suicide attempts......this poor man needs more help than he's getting right now. Please keep trying........sounds like you're the only one who's...
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    Lotus Birth...What do yall think about this?

    VivaLasViejas replied to JVanRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    WHOA.....just about blew slightly-used Oreos all over the
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    Client or patient?

    VivaLasViejas replied to nursemike's topic in General Nursing

    I'm with you........I absolutely detest the use of 'client', or worse, 'customer' when referring to patients!!! :angryfire It's all part of the business world's efforts to turn everything into a...
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    Bad Habits Nurses Develop

    VivaLasViejas replied to Debbie_LPN's topic in General Nursing

    Complaining too much!! Hey, life could REALLY suck: we could be working at 7-11 for minimum wage..........
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    Does Anyone Have Fibromyalgia?

    VivaLasViejas replied to lifesaverwv's topic in General Nursing

    I have it too. I'm on Paxil and Ativan for other conditions, which also help the fibromyalgia. A good diet and gentle exercise also work wonders........I find that I'm much less sore and grumpy when I...
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    Where Do Residents Rights End? Long, Sorry.

    VivaLasViejas replied to Cheez-It!'s topic in General Nursing

    Residents and administrators such as the ones you're dealing with are the reason I got out of assisted living. They are a liability to your license, and yours will be the first head on the chopping...
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    Shoes...omg my feet are in heaven!!

    VivaLasViejas replied to RainEdayWoman's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Thank you........I will definitely check 'em out. I don't care if they're ugly as sin---if they're comfortable and make it possible for me to work a few more years, I'll buy some.
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    Shoes...omg my feet are in heaven!!

    VivaLasViejas replied to RainEdayWoman's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Never heard of Crocs before.........what makes them special, and where can you buy them? Also, what did you pay for them? I switch off between New Balance and Vans, but I'm always open to new shoe...
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    INSPIRATIONAL-Why are YOU a Nurse?

    VivaLasViejas replied to NoDayButToday's topic in General Nursing

    What an uplifting post, Brad!! And thank you for reminding me of why I became a
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    Hospice akin to "giving up"???

    VivaLasViejas replied to zacsmimi's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I agree with KaroSnowQueen. Personally, I think this unfortunate series of events happened for a reason........look at it as God's way of telling you that you're meant to go into hospice nursing....
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    suspension for refusing patient 9

    VivaLasViejas replied to amyliz976's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I guess my main question is: did you let your manager know---both verbally AND in writing---that you were overwhelmed and felt you could not safely care for more patients? In the future, you and your...
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    Poll: Do you use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer as an adjunct to handwashing?

    VivaLasViejas replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I use the alcohol rub in-between patients and as a routine when entering or leaving a pt. room, but I do the full handwash whenever I've been doing wound or incontinence care, and anytime I have to...