edmia BSN, RN

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  1. edmia

    Regarding chronic tardiness

    edmia replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Yes! Please. Some of us came to answer the OP's question and we are willing to share how our brains work. We're not willing to be "put in our place" or be shamed into compliance. If that worked for...
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    Needle Stick injury

    edmia replied to Sweetxangel16's topic in Nurse Management

    Too bad! Then go to the owners and ask them to provide you with legal guidance. Why isn't the employee just going to their doctor and getting tested? Or your local department of health? If paying for...
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    FLAME ON!

    edmia replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    I know! That's why they're particularly annoying. They just suck you in Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    unconjugated unbound bilirubin

    edmia replied to kfish365's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I suggest doing a search on YouTube for: MedCram This is a series of very well explained patho concepts with visuals. I'm pretty sure they have a bilirubin one. But the short answer is that conjugated...
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    Needle Stick injury

    edmia replied to Sweetxangel16's topic in Nurse Management

    Completely agree! My first impression is that she was exposed elsewhere and is trying to get treatment covered by workman's comp. I'm cynical that way. If she wants testing, tell her to go to her...
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    How Much Does a Hospice Nurse Make?

    edmia replied to EmilyLucille523's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    $43/hr for on call per-diem. Northeast. Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    FLAME ON!

    edmia replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    "HEEELPP" Smh... Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    I think I might be in the wrong field

    edmia replied to ptrang1987's topic in General Students

    Phew! Ok, just relax a bit. You're overwhelmed! If your grades are good. Stick it out -- 15 months will fly. Make sure your anxiety is under control by talking to your provider about short acting...
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    My turn to share--I beat NCLEX

    edmia replied to loveSBK's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm pretty sure that's illegal as it's equivalent to making copies, but go for it if you want to. I was only giving you a heads up. As a nurse, you need to act ethically in all matters. Edit: yup....
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    Regarding chronic tardiness

    edmia replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    No. You're still not getting the core issue. It has nothing to do with selfishness for a person with ADD/ADHD. Nothing. If you go and read about what many of us go through on a daily basis, you might...
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    My turn to share--I beat NCLEX

    edmia replied to loveSBK's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats but you didn't "beat" the test. You studied and had a good education. On another note, I'm not sure offering to share copyrighted material is a smart idea. Unless the ebook is free. Sent...
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    FLAME ON!

    edmia replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    People with vomit of the mouth syndrome. Stop and think before posting! Your opinion is not the only one that matters and is often ridiculous and misguided. There, it's out. Much better now 😅...
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    Preserving your marriage while being a good student?

    edmia replied to blaundee's topic in General Students

    This is a valid concern because nursing school does take over. I think you're at a great advantage by not having kids. Also you've done a lot of paring down to get ready for this change. My...
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    FLAME ON!

    edmia replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    And my absolute peeve of all times (yes, I know, I'm a big old meanie): "What can I do guys?!? I failed the NCLEX for the 200th time!!! Why are they being so mean? I went to nursing school!! Just tell...
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    FLAME ON!

    edmia replied to trinitymaster's topic in General Nursing

    "Guys, pleeeeaaase tell me nursing will get better! It's soooo hard right now. " Newsflash kid: it ain't gonna happen Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    Regarding chronic tardiness

    edmia replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    There's a wonderful article written a few months back called "I'm not lazy, crazy, or stupid" that talks about ADD and how nurses deal with it. I highly recommend the thread for those who cannot...
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    Regarding chronic tardiness

    edmia replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Well, it's hard. But it is doable. What I've done is set my clocks ahead to give myself a 5-10 minute cushion so I arrive on time. Work night shift as that fits my circadian rhythm perfectly. On...
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    Black and Job Hunting

    edmia replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I love this essay. It's just the truth and any white person who doesn't recognize their advantage (obtained by mere genetics) is diluted. Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    Regarding chronic tardiness

    edmia replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I've developed strategies too. Everything goes on my calendar or there's no guarantee I will remember. And I set alerts to text me reminders with enough time so I don't feel overwhelmed. I also change...
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    Regarding chronic tardiness

    edmia replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Great question! Ok, for me it's a combination of things. 1. I was super shy when younger so arriving somewhere early meant being alone until a familiar face showed up. I could equate those moments to...
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    Anti-vax nurses? Are you serious?

    edmia replied to dinah77's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Oh my gosh! Humor people. Humor! I was referring to the posted article about conservatives being more likely to decline mandatory (government) anything. Whatever. It's an endless circle of nothing...
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    Cheating in an FNP program

    edmia replied to elise1180's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    You're right. Cheating would be very hard actually but the group working on it? Maybe. Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on
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    Anti-vax nurses? Are you serious?

    edmia replied to dinah77's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Now see? All you had to do was say antivaxer = Republican! I'll vaccinate everyone tomorrow if that's the case. JOKE!! This thread is way too serious Sent from my iPhone --...
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    Dansko, Sorry, DO NOT GO WITH DANSKO

    edmia replied to suzyqart's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Well, I'm a nurse and I LOVE MY DANSKOS!! But I get it. These are shoes you either love or hate. That simple. For my feet, they are the absolute best thing around. I don't have 7 pairs, but close...
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    New way to give shots

    edmia replied to gonzo1's topic in General Nursing

    Well I do always if I have filter blunt needles available to draw up the med. if I don't, it depends on the gauge, my time, etc. but yes, in general, I do. Sent from my iPhone -- blame all errors on...