FireStarterRN BSN, RN

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    Quick survey question

    FireStarterRN replied to zzsweetyzz's topic in General Nursing

    51, female,
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    Can you trust your co-workers??

    FireStarterRN replied to MA Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I guess you have some co-workers who are ruthless about the schedule and seniority Kimbalou. As I said, I experienced that at my last job, it really got old to see people poring over the schedule,...
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    Inconsiderate co workers

    FireStarterRN replied to nrsang97's topic in General Nursing

    Regarding chronically late people, I think it should have it's own mental health diagnosis, and we can call it a disease with very little hope for a cure. Didn't Jesus say "The latecomers we will...
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    Can you trust your co-workers??

    FireStarterRN replied to MA Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    It could be not as diabolical as you descride, actually. Or, it could be that the nurse who took the shift away from you has a husband recently laid off, a mortgage overdue, and a desperate need for...
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    Any good reason to use IM injection for post op pain control when IV is available?

    FireStarterRN replied to charrn26's topic in General Nursing

    In that case, it's very easy to stop the imcompatable infusion, flush the line well, flush well afterwards, and restart the blood or other infusion. How long does it take to give an IV
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    Same ol' family issues!!

    FireStarterRN replied to ImASuckyCMA87's topic in General Nursing

    I don't have the answer to that IamASucky. If it's hopeless, then a better stategy for you would be to try and help the kids while winning the trust of the the Dad. I don't think they take kids away...
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    Any good reason to use IM injection for post op pain control when IV is available?

    FireStarterRN replied to charrn26's topic in General Nursing

    You and me both. It sounds as if there are some old-fashioned doctors at the OP's workplace. Where I work, IM is reserved for when IV access is
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    Same ol' family issues!!

    FireStarterRN replied to ImASuckyCMA87's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately the system is so overwhelmed with maltreated/neglected kids, this scenario is probably all too common. This social worker most likely has an ungodly caseload and your complaint might...
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    Any good reason to use IM injection for post op pain control when IV is available?

    FireStarterRN replied to charrn26's topic in General Nursing

    I'm pretty sure IM releases more slowly, which goes along with common sense. The problem is, it hurts to give it!!! Why not give IV more often until they are ready for PO? That's what I would want...
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    Why are some posts getting deleted on here?

    FireStarterRN replied to chenoaspirit's topic in General Nursing

    You've got me curious here...
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    Is Favoritism in workplace a form of Discrimmination?

    FireStarterRN replied to vamapega's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Since this manager has made negative remarks regarding your religious affiliation, you can probably conclude that those comments are the tip of the iceberg to his anti-Christian views. There's a good...
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    I am GETTING out of hospital work! This is BULL!

    FireStarterRN replied to NurseCard's topic in General Nursing

    Good grief, that IS BS. :angryfire Why does health care not take care of its own??? Feel
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    Reporting other nurses

    FireStarterRN replied to wanderlust99's topic in General Nursing

    A wise manager is very careful not to feed this type of immature behavior. Unfortunately, some managers get caught up in it and add fuel to the fires of these petty tattletales, who behave like...
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    Anyone done humanitarian nursing work?

    FireStarterRN replied to T123G123's topic in General Nursing

    I know some nurses that participated on mission work to Africa as nurses. They loved it because they got to help people, see the world, and experience nursing that was not bogged down with all the...
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    Bipolar does not mean "druggie"

    FireStarterRN replied to aslaten08's topic in General Nursing

    I haven't personally seen this happen specifically with bipolar patients. They are usually on various psychotrophics, not narcotics, unless they have chronic pain. Some bipolar people have other...
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    dissecting cats

    FireStarterRN replied to tessa45's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My group's cat was an orange tabby. He had pinker meat than the other cats in the class. The cats were euthanized at the pound and donated to the
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    Not Nursing Related-- need advice from the people I know won't let me down --- LONG!

    FireStarterRN replied to chasingthedream's topic in General Nursing

    The letter is too long and small print for me to read in its entirety, but I get the gist. I'm wondering, if you didn't intend to actually send it, why did you write this lengthy chronicle of your...
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    Cloth isolation gowns.

    FireStarterRN replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    They seemed slicky, silky. They were
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    What Would You Like to Chart if You Can Get Away With It?

    FireStarterRN replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    Not
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    Cloth isolation gowns.

    FireStarterRN replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe cheaper and 'greener' too. Here's an interesting article about this issue from 'Infection Control Today Magazine' Taking Cover: Single-use vs. Reusable Gowns and Drapes...
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    Cloth isolation gowns.

    FireStarterRN replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have no idea if they protect you from blood as well. They were made of what felt like a silky cotton/poly blend. They were really
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    WE're OUtta the vagina!!

    FireStarterRN replied to Jenny67's topic in General Students

    I hate when people on internet forums say dismissive things like "lighten up". Sometimes I think people ought to "grow up", but I think it's best not to type it out
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    "I need someone who can give me regular IV's "

    FireStarterRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    craigslist ad: i need someone who can give me regular iv's i would like to do vitamins and hydration bi-weekly through iv. i hate needles and would like someone who could make it painless i can...
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    "I need someone who can give me regular IV's "

    FireStarterRN replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    Heh
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    "I need someone who can give me regular IV's "

    FireStarterRN replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, he wants