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  1. Insulin tips for no bubbles in syringe

    Read this solution to the problem of air bubbles in the insulin syringe back in the early 90's. the author reported that blind diabetics used a home made syringe guide for drawing up the correct dose...
  2. i have this rider thru state farm. it covers my assets, such as my home. i also have a malpractice policy thru NSO. NSO will cover the nurse in court. but does not cover the nurse for any monetary...
  3. Potassium tablets!

    if difficulty swallowing, a liquid form is most appropriate. slow-release tablets cannot be crushed, chewed, or broken. an excellent reference is the Institute for Safe Medication Practice: link...
  4. the formula for writing objectives is: WHO + will do WHAT + HOW + by WHEN AN EXAMPLE: At the conclusion of this presentation, the student will be able to formulate a plan of care for the patient with...
  5. Do you give your 10 AM meds at 8 AM?

    Most meds (with few exceptions) go
  6. Nursing schools with SANE policies

    first, let me say that, if only a few points in math or science lie between your daughter's hopes for becoming a Nurse, i hope that she makes it to the NCLEX Exam. IMHO, this is the best advice so...
  7. Why are ampules stil used?

    best method for getting all liquid into the 'bottom' part of the ampule is to place between both palms and roll it quickly 2 or 3 times. when i don't have an ampule breaker, i wrap in alcohol swab...
  8. federal law re: sexual harassment may apply here. it certainly is a part of our school
  9. Funny Student Bloopers

    i usually share some of my own "bloopers" with students -- and i call them "kodak moments" to be cherished as memories that will add levity to their "worst night". i always reassure students that we...
  10. Funny Student Bloopers

    1. had a student who was an auto mechanic. first time insertion of an indwelling catheter. student charted "foley installed". :) 2. helping a student formulate a nurse's narrative note when another...
  11. a patient who things she's in a hotel

    I want HER
  12. Crushing Ecotrin for G Tube, Isn't that wrong?

    the "official" DO NOT CRUSH list
  13. Silly question about what is considered a liquid

    the principle is that if it will beccome liquid when left at room temperature, then it is liquid. pudding
  14. Nurse fired for calling police

    the law does not stop at the hospital entrance. if i, as a citizen, feel threatened by the words or acts of another, i have every right to call the police. i thiink she has a good
  15. novolog 70/30 as coverage?

    novolog is not regular insulin. novolog (aspart) is rapid acting insulin - with an immediate onset. novolog is the "other" coverage. it is appropriate for "peakers" -- that is, for those whose...