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    Paramedics are taking our Nursing job!

    GilaRRT replied to MacERRN's topic in General Nursing

    First, EMS means emergency medical services. A Paramedic plays an integral role within the animal of EMS. Much of what a paramedic does will be based on their state SOP and facility...
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    Paramedics are taking our Nursing job!

    GilaRRT replied to MacERRN's topic in General Nursing

    Awesome, I think we could do it without even traveling. You, tell me when you are going to throw up and note the number of posts/threads, and I will do the same. We can use the average as the...
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    velvet pelvis

    GilaRRT replied to Anxious Patient's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Actually, that is a pretty realistic setup. The detail and workmanship shows and at least the way it looks, rivals many of the training aids available
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    Paramedics are taking our Nursing job!

    GilaRRT replied to MacERRN's topic in General Nursing

    The good news is that we may actually end up quantifying "ad nauseam" with a tangible number of posts and threads.
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    Do you always remove the air from IV bags?

    GilaRRT replied to linda2097's topic in General Nursing

    Or, simply invert the bag upside down after spiking. Then, flush all the air out through the tubing. You now have a completely airless system. However, your drip chamber is covered, and you will...
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    Do you always remove the air from IV bags?

    GilaRRT replied to linda2097's topic in General Nursing

    Not typically when I am working the floor. However, whenever I transduce a line with pressure tubing, absolutely. This also applies when I
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    I was just laid off

    GilaRRT replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    That is a suckfest! Hope things work out for
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    I have a herniated disk am I done :(

    GilaRRT replied to Coloradogrl's topic in General Nursing

    We are not able to provide medical advice per the TOS agreement. You need to discuss your concerns with your PCP. I absolutely feel for you as I am in the middle of a similar situation and cannot...
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    RN to Paramedic Bridge Course

    GilaRRT replied to ironjohn929's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Preaching to the choir. I work with an experienced PM who has his AAS in EMS and a BS, yet he makes six dollars an hour less than an entry level ADN. This is a rather widespread
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    Banana Bag -->Hives --> STEMI?

    GilaRRT replied to stellina615's topic in General Nursing

    Preservatives and acid/base corrective agents would be the likely cause. For example, true xylocaine allergies are in fact rare and not well documented; however, reactions to preservatives are a...
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    Banana Bag -->Hives --> STEMI?

    GilaRRT replied to stellina615's topic in General Nursing

    Hard to say. He could have had significant CAD and decided that this was a good time to infarct. It is possible that the additional hemodynamic workload from the detox and allergic reaction...
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    Critical care nurses... what resources would you recommend?

    GilaRRT replied to tiggerdagibit's topic in General Nursing

    If you have an older Palm OS (Not the Pre), or Windows Mobile device, look at William Wingfield's Res-Q-Shop software package. His software is top notch and can help calculate ventilator settings...
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    LVN vs RN

    GilaRRT replied to mashamontago's topic in General Nursing

    Agreed. This is how I obtained my LPN license. So, in essence, LPN is the first half of nursing school. Therefore, if you failed out of RN school, attempting LVN/LPN school will most likely be met...
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    RN to Paramedic Bridge Course

    GilaRRT replied to ironjohn929's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    You did not identify the BSN level of education. I compared roughly equal levels of education. However, you are still incorrect as the typical ADN will make significantly more than a PM with an equal...
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    Are drug addiction and alcoholism disabilities?

    GilaRRT replied to FireStarterRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Interesting question. I have had to think about what constitutes a disability. I recently had an injury that could have been career ending, or may still, who knows. However, I continue to work, but...
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    RN to Paramedic Bridge Course

    GilaRRT replied to ironjohn929's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    I am afraid not. Many paramedic programs require the same requisite courses as their nursing counterparts. It is not uncommon to find A&P, biology, English, math, and psychology requirements for...
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    HRT and person who previously had one blood clot

    GilaRRT replied to carlarenee02's topic in General Nursing

    You need to talk with your PCP. We cannot provide medical advice per the TOS
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    What is your incentive for obtaining your CEN?

    GilaRRT replied to Lunah's topic in Emergency

    At one time we would receive $1.00 per hour compensation for a "recognized" certification. Up to two certifications were allowed. For paramedics, this included; CCEMTP and FP-C. For nurses, this...
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    pneumothorax/chest tube healing

    GilaRRT replied to F.E.R.N.'s topic in Emergency

    You may be overthinking this concept. Chest tube = pneumothorax. So, even if I put a chest tube in a person without a pneumo, they will in essence have one after I penetrate the pleural cavity....
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    Why Are So Many Students Worried About Expensive Tuition

    GilaRRT replied to khiasdestiny's topic in General Nursing

    Hehe, kids these days. You get that 70K a year job and see how much of that money comes your way. Then, look at living expenses. Unless, you plan to live in a studio, eating ramen noodles, and...
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    IV codeine vs paracetamol/acetaminophen

    GilaRRT replied to talaxandra's topic in General Nursing

    You will hard pressed to find people who do not speak the queens English, using IV codeine or paracetamol. :chuckle Codeine would not be a choice medication for a neuro patient IMHO. -Respiratory...
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    What states have a prehospital RN scope of practice??

    GilaRRT replied to hopefullICUnurse77's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Agreed. While RN's are working in the pre-hospital environment, much is a matter of pure economics. -Paramedics are paid less in most cases. -People line up to volly in some places, thus services are...
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    ADENOSINE ??

    GilaRRT replied to laurainri's topic in Emergency

    Agree. At the end of the day, this is not a big deal compared to all the other knuckle-headed things I have
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    What states have a prehospital RN scope of practice??

    GilaRRT replied to hopefullICUnurse77's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Some states even require EMT/P credentials or a pre-hospital licensure/credential. Nevada, for example requires nurses to obtain a stand alone license in addition to the RN license. It was called EMS...
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    What states have a prehospital RN scope of practice??

    GilaRRT replied to hopefullICUnurse77's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Hu? You may want to ask something a bit more specific. Nearly every area of the country has RN's in the pre-hospital environment. Even if it is having an RN ride with the EMS crew to provide...