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  1. Do you ever think about going to medical school?

    kae rn replied to Michelle123's topic in General Nursing

    I did think about it when I was in nursing school, but quickly had a family and had to change my thought. Now 17 years later, no and never would I want to be a doctor. They deal with way too much!...

  2. Hat's off to Londoners!

    kae rn replied to 1Tulip's topic in General Nursing

    I think the rescue workers and health care workers did an awesome job. From what I saw on TV, everything looked so well controlled in getting everyone help. I found it very admirable of the Britts,...

  3. Should there be a limit on trying to pass NCLEX?

    kae rn replied to 2ndCareerRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think there should be a limit. But only what is fair to those who are poor test takers--maybe 4-5 times with interventions available. I feel badly for those who have troubles passing, but in...

  4. Advice on hip surgery

    kae rn replied to GrnHonu99's topic in General Nursing

    Hope your mother does well. As for the diabetes, and high blood pressure--both are pretty common and should be handled fairly well. My biggest concern is regarding blood clots. Take leg...

  5. Saw something that broke my heart

    kae rn replied to webblarsk's topic in General Nursing

    It was so nice that you were there for him. I think that is what nursing is all about. Everyone is special and deserves a little compassion. As for the mom, I will share something once told me. I...

  6. SCD's and TED hose

    kae rn replied to arkierns's topic in General Nursing

    I work at a rehab facility. We use SCD's at night and TEDS during the day while they are at therapy. Shoes are mandatory, or slipper socks to prevent falls. The TEDS are stocked on the unit and...

  7. Snow emergency excuse?

    kae rn replied to ReinventingMyselfAgain's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is great that you respond, snow doesn't get these responses. People just don't answer their phones if you call,.....Maybe there should be a better snow policy, like you should call in...

  8. Snow emergency excuse?

    kae rn replied to ReinventingMyselfAgain's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with you all. Plan ahead!! I live very close to where I work and I am always there. I would welcome fellow nurses to stay at my house, but of course no one plans on it (It is easier to call...

  9. I'm at a loss...4-year-old on nectar thick fluids

    kae rn replied to lovingtheunloved's topic in General Nursing

    We use a product called simply thick. Pts seem to tolerate it well, doesn't change the flavor, and comes in convenient little packages. The website is http://www.simplythick.com if you have any...

  10. really worried........

    kae rn replied to uk_nurse's topic in Ob/Gyn

    As for the position of your baby, don't worry too much. It may be a little painful for delivery, but my "sunny side up" child (of my four deliveries) is still a pleasant "sunny side up" kid....

  11. Have you guys had to do ABs?

    kae rn replied to pebbles1977's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I admire all of those who do this, knowing it istn't "right". 3/4ths of my pregnancies weren't planned, but they are all good kids. Couldn't imagine dealing with this on a daily

  12. Owww! She bit me!

    kae rn replied to V. Nightingale's topic in Emergency

    Haven't been assaulted recently. But work in rehab, and have learned to keep myself in between the door and the (TBI)patient. Have thrived on being athletic, and it sure pays off. By the way, I am...

  13. Difficult resident

    kae rn replied to dekatn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Depends if she is competent or not. If she is competent, she has the right to refuse. Go ahead and chart it as such. If she isn't, then hide them. If it becomes a really big problem--such as blood...

  14. strangled by ETOH pt (long rant)

    kae rn replied to hock1's topic in General Nursing

    I deal with this kind of patient frequently in rehab, not drug/alchol rehab, physical rehab. Medicate as soon as it is safe. Always be between the patient and the door. Yell really loud if needed....

  15. Need feedback on OSU Medical Center opportunities.

    kae rn replied to Thunderwolf's topic in Nursing Career

    Thunderwolf, I happen to work at the OSU Med Center, and sent you a message. Good luck with your

  16. Favorite place to work

    kae rn replied to rtin05's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked in multiple areas, and have found my favorite is rehab. Probably because it does fit my personality the best. I have always been involved in athletics, and still am with my own kids....

  17. Would you let your kid ride a MOTORCYCLE ???

    kae rn replied to Oregon Runner's topic in General Nursing

    No way, but of course when they are adults it can be hard to stop them. I have cared for lots of motorcyclists in rehab. They usually have many fractures, as well as a head injury, and sometimes a...

  18. LPN's in Rehab

    kae rn replied to mel82's topic in Rehabilitation

    I work inpatient as a RN. We have lots of LPNs, and all of the above is true for our facility. LPNs assume full responsibility for their patients, meds, treatments, cath, bowel program, checking...

  19. Graphic Design vs. Nursing?

    kae rn replied to carrot_thief's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, this hit me close to home! I am a nurse and husband is a graphic designer. We started on my salary, then he did well, now it is back to my responsibility as the primary income. If you want...

  20. Working through the holidays?

    kae rn replied to All_Smiles_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Working holidays is part of the health care career. As much as we would like to be with our families, so would our patients. It took me a few years to understand this. When my kids were young, it...

  21. Anyone concerned about pt. care?

    kae rn replied to tiliimnrn's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Wonderful idea. How to go about coordinating the "all nurse's march" will be the issue. Any

  22. Part Time / Retirement

    kae rn replied to bcelzo's topic in General Nursing

    Those are all great questions and so happy to hear you are thinking early. I started at a nonprofit place of employment, loved by job, then stayed home with my kids and was not nursing for a few...

  23. T&A and my 3yo

    kae rn replied to Rhon1991's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Hope both of your children are doing well. I was an Ent nurse for many years. Age and recovery time just don't always seem to match up. My guess is the cold preop could have affected the recovery...

  24. new nurses and shifts

    kae rn replied to prairiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think you have to work nights. Look at working a day/evening rotation. Not everyone can work nights. Straight days is probably not a possibility unless you work in a clinic or doctor's...

  25. But I have little kids!

    kae rn replied to Tweety's topic in General Nursing

    I have kids too and am a new returning RN. I guess I look at the holiday being more than the day itself. My kids are kindergarten on up to high school. They know mom is working, and we work the...