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    Nursing prerequisites vs. nursing school - degree of difficulty?

    GilaRRT replied to emily_ganshert's topic in General Nursing

    Dedicated O Chem & Biochem courses typically cannot be taken until after the gen Chem requirements are met. This is 4-12 credits in some cases. While I am not complaining, I have never herd of a...
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    stupid question

    GilaRRT replied to SDA3694's topic in General Nursing

    This pretty much sums it up. D5W is simply 5 grams of dextrose per 100 ML of water, and quickly becomes hypertonic as glucose is utilized leaving behind free water. 0.9 % saline is simply 0.9 grams...
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    NCLEX question...please advice...very concerned.

    GilaRRT replied to made27's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The test stops when it is determined that you meet or do not meet the specified minimal competent level. Missing a single question really will not be a significant factor. Provided you answered...
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    Did/Does your nursing school operate like this??

    GilaRRT replied to Blondie24's topic in General Nursing

    It's just as bad in my neck of the woods. I am in school with a couple of nursing students who decided to change their major into an allied field when after a year they had yet to leave their first...
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    Flight Nurse vs Flight Paramedic

    GilaRRT replied to FlyMurse's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    You should look through the other threads on this forum for your answer. Short answer being, yes. You will need at least 3-5 years of solid
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    Did/Does your nursing school operate like this??

    GilaRRT replied to Blondie24's topic in General Nursing

    My program was well organized, well taught with structure, and overall, a great educational experience. Our class was small at about 20, with about 16 graduating. We had none of the said problems....
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    Emergency & Critical Care Pocket Guide, ACLS Version

    GilaRRT replied to spudpatch's topic in Emergency

    Do you have links? I have never seen it go for anything near $200.00 USD. Good news however, you can now put this guide on your iPhone and iPod touch. In fact, it is downloadable direct off the app...
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    Not sure if Yahoo has it right... AA description

    GilaRRT replied to Sue Damones's topic in General Nursing

    No, AA's need not be nurses. AA's are in essence PA's who provide anesthesia. Their role is quite similar to the
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    Mannitol: IV bolus or as side drip?

    GilaRRT replied to tatara's topic in Patient Medications

    Hospira states 30-60 minutes for the management of ICP. Giving a rapid bolus is potentially
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    The other Angel of Crimea

    GilaRRT replied to tatara's topic in General Nursing

    No real evidence from what I have read. In fact, much points to her lack of sexual relations. I would not base an opinion on pure gossip; however, her feelings and behavior toward Mary were well...
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    Mannitol: IV bolus or as side drip?

    GilaRRT replied to tatara's topic in Patient Medications

    Giving mannitol over 30 minutes is a reasonable way to administer. Significant shifts in fluids and electrolytes can occur with mannitol, a true "bolus" could be potentially
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    The other Angel of Crimea

    GilaRRT replied to tatara's topic in General Nursing

    I disagree with your assessment. In fact, both were quite popular during their lives; however, Flo remained popular after death. It is interesting that many sources in fact state that Flo was...
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    Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    GilaRRT replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Funny you mention this. My wife is a child of the sixties as well. Throughout my entire life, I was clean shaven mostly because of the military. Then, I grew a beard and longer hair to fit in...
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    Unique Nursing Jobs

    GilaRRT replied to redheadludi's topic in General Nursing

    I worked in Afghanistan, Iraq, and UAE providing remote medical support and air/ground medical evacuation care. The most challenging and interesting job I have ever had to
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    IV drip rates

    GilaRRT replied to vickieegrove's topic in General Nursing

    The question is more conceptual. We know that we will not encounter such orders; however, these types of questions are designed to make students solve unfamiliar variables. Therefore, this ensures...
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    IV drip rates

    GilaRRT replied to vickieegrove's topic in General Nursing

    Drip Rate Formula to check the math guys: Amount to infuse in ml * Drip Factor ---------------------------------------------- = drops per minute Time of infusion in minutes So, plug in the number to...
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    Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    GilaRRT replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I find the dichotomy of emotions regarding a rather unimportant topic interesting. We have old school purists and new age shavers pushing their individual points of view. The reality being, this...
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    cpr n perforated bowels (?)

    GilaRRT replied to stressedoutlady's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like somebody may have dropped the ball. This patient was sick and a bowel obstruction/perf was thought to be psychological. I would bet the patients bowel perf caused the "self induced apnea"...
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    Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    GilaRRT replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Some do not care either way. Perhaps a concept for young, single guys? Personally, I cannot see taking the time and effort to shave, wax, laser, or what have you. Especially in light of a concept...
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    Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    GilaRRT replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Unfortunately, this is not correct. Permanent hair removal is not always accomplished and re growth can occur in even the best candidates who have had multiple
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    Shaved Mons - Phenomenon

    GilaRRT replied to recbest's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It's just a fashion fad. As life goes on, fads come and go, then return yet again. I see nothing pathological about shaving; however, the risk of irritation and infection may be
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    Paramedic vs. RN

    GilaRRT replied to merrywhiterose's topic in General Nursing

    Oh boy, can of worms, barrel of monkeys, and all that. Poor pay in EMS is multifactorial: You have fire departments with varying degrees of interest in EMS advancement running the show in many areas....
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    100% pro-life, considering nursing school

    GilaRRT replied to Beebop25's topic in General Nursing

    Speak for your self. I am pro life and not a supporter of the death penalty. Sweeping generalizations generally make you look
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    Helicopter Crash in SC

    GilaRRT replied to TiggerBelly's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Condolence book is up on flight web.
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    RN Nurse VS Pharmacist

    GilaRRT replied to thongvo89's topic in General Nursing

    In addition, the concept of the "clinical pharmacist" is starting to make waves as the profession appears to be pushing into more of a clinical