edmia BSN, RN

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    insulin question

    edmia replied to nurse2289's topic in Medical-Surgical

    This is exactly what I've done in the hospital setting. It was actually put into a written protocol after events like what you describe. No long acting insulin until acute event is resolved. Patients...
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    Should I report this nurse for unprofessionalism?

    edmia replied to crosew's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    The person who needs to report the maltreatment is the patient. Talk to him and see how he feels about it. Tell him you felt uncomfortable and validate the experience for him, but encourage him to...
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    Procedure on this? Nurse and her abuser

    edmia replied to CMarieRN87's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry you're having to deal with this OP! I wish your employer was more empathetic of your situation, but this may end up best for you if you can get a position at the hospital with great...
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    Nursing, CrossFit, and funky hands

    edmia replied to Morning_runner's topic in General Nursing

    A weightlifter once suggested the following: as soon as you can after a WOD, wash hands, use a pumice stone on the palms, dry, and lotion up. I've prevented ripping skin since I started doing this....
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    License with wrong spelling of middle name

    edmia replied to Vkearn's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, although jarring in the U.S., spelt is the past tense of spell and not only the grain in the UK. But here, most would see this use as "wrong", don't you think? Sent from my iPhone -- blame all...
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    Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): My Personal Pro's and Con's

    edmia replied to Corey Narry's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Although I will be getting a DNP after a few years of advanced practice, I have concerns with the image of APRNs in general. Nursing is very disjointed as a profession, especially when it comes to our...
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    License with wrong spelling of middle name

    edmia replied to Vkearn's topic in General Nursing

    If you're going to be communicating about this discrepancy in writing, you should use the more common past tense of spell: spelled. Spelt is technically not incorrect, but in common usage it is seen...
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    Liking members at AN

    edmia replied to Jules A's topic in General Nursing

    This is a great thread! I like many posters on AN but never reached out to break that 4th wall... That would sorta ruin the fun of anonymity for me. That same barrier censors my postings, because I...
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    Has anyone had experience with The College Network prior to doing Excelsior College?

    edmia replied to tiggerkat811's topic in Excelsior College

    I hope you mean go for EC and not the college network! The college network is a scam. Apply directly to EC. Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    dealing with critical personalities

    edmia replied to DnCali's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Let it go. You're not going to change her attitude as she seems inflexible. Finish your orientation and then do your own practice as you see fit. Also, if you're on a self-scheduling unit, put...
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    Death of a Dream

    edmia replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in General Nursing

    Well, that's great for You. The OP has expressed times over that living with her mom is not a problem. She has explained it is not seen as a negative thing in Her culture. You are being incredibly...
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    Proper Documentation

    edmia replied to Willowjude's topic in General Nursing

    No, you haven't. Your colleague has been though 😬 Really? It's the patient's Left or Right, not yours. Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    Esme Needs Your Prayers

    edmia replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Just wondering if there is an update on Esme. Thinking about her... Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    Seeking Critique: FNP Personal Statement

    edmia replied to QueenBeeSN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I meant that when you write this, don't use it as a way to pour your feelings out. Some feelings of course are good to show, but what's more important for graduate school readiness is that you show...
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    Seeking Critique: FNP Personal Statement

    edmia replied to QueenBeeSN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Agree with shortening your doubts during undergrad. Also, you have many grammatical errors, especially verb tense agreement. Have someone with great writing skills help you with this. Each paragraph...
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    Nursing School Horror Stories

    edmia replied to MR-RN15's topic in General Students

    THIS! Honestly, the only people who complained of horrible things happening to them in nursing school were those who always pushed the limits. Same people who complained the exams were unfair when...
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    Hepatitis B titer low?

    edmia replied to dreamchase's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, immunity can wane and for some, several doses still don't provide immunity. Where I work, if your titer is less than 10, you get a booster shot and retest titers in 6 weeks. The number I've heard...
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    Telling current employer about Adderall XR script

    edmia replied to PsychieZ's topic in General Nursing

    Oh I missed the part about it being required to share what meds you take. That is a strange policy but I guess they don't want you dealing to patients or something like that? If it is policy, I guess...
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    Telling current employer about Adderall XR script

    edmia replied to PsychieZ's topic in General Nursing

    Your medical records are confidential. Don't share this information with your employer unless needed. When they do random drug screening, do they send you to an outside lab or do it in house? If it's...
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    MS Midwifery at Suny Downstate

    edmia replied to catri2007's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Before you make a career decision such as this, make sure you fully understand what a midwife is and what the difference between CM and CNM is. If you plan to live and work in NY state forever, then...
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    Meal plans for nursing students with families

    edmia replied to e16nurse's topic in General Students

    Completely agree with Green's advice for the picky eaters. I simply cooked nutritious food for the family and served it. Didn't make a big deal if the kids decided not to eat something, but never made...
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    Professionalism....name your irritation here!

    edmia replied to LobotRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Yes! And this ties right into the endless money collections for these issues. Someone is retiring? Ok, let's collect some money for a present. Your grandmother died and you can't afford the plane...
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    Esme Needs Your Prayers

    edmia replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    So, so happy to read this update!!!! Esme, continue your recovery and I know we'll hear from you directly as soon as you're up to it. Lots of love my dear; I continue to think of you. Sent from my...
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    Favorite Clinical Apps -- Go!

    edmia posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm going into family clinic practice as an FNP soon and would love to hear what practicing NPs are actually using. 5 minute clinical consult has a lot of advertising behind it, but I don't know if...
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    Some people are too smart for nursing

    edmia replied to Careerchange88's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    That is very true. There have been some residents that I hope to never encounter as a patient... Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on