iluvivt

iluvivt BSN, RN

Infusion Nursing, Home Health Infusion

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  1. Best way to ask visitors to identify themselves

    iluvivt replied to shopaholicRN's topic in General Nursing

    I just ask, "What is your relationship to the patient". That allows them the freedom to say,friend relative,ex spouse or whatever they choose. I then go on from there once I know who is in the

  2. A question about food

    iluvivt replied to PaulBaxter's topic in General Nursing

    Nurses can do that already and order Chinese,Pizza and from other food service delivery services that charge a delivery fee. If you are talking about having a hospital cafeteria deliver food directly...

  3. Cannula removal

    iluvivt replied to mami1974's topic in General Nursing

    That is just a blood clot. It was attached to the end of the catheter. I see these often when I discontinue percutaneously placed central venous catheters but it can happen on any device that has been...

  4. The Patient's "Guests"

    iluvivt replied to rnsheri's topic in Nursing Humor

    1. I understand that people generally do better with visitors but when there is a large groups of 20-30 visitors for one patient and they camp out in the waiting rooms, picnicking and eating and not...

  5. Centralized Scheduling SUCKS

    iluvivt replied to sanfran1234's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    We have a central staffing office off site but each area does their own scheduling via a self scheduling/preference program. Your type centralized scheduling does not sound like ours and does NOT...

  6. hiding piercing holes?

    iluvivt replied to blah_blah_blah's topic in General Nursing

    Or look for one that is flesh tone and flat. I am sure you can find a flat one and paint it if you must or apply some Derma blend on it.....this sounds weird but it's worth a try. Use temporary dental...

  7. Nurses Diverting Narcotics.

    iluvivt replied to NurseCalamity's topic in General Nursing

    You made the right decision and should not feel bad about, not even for a second. Your duty is to report what you observed and any other information or knowledge you have of the situation. The system...

  8. Starting an IV with Lidocaine or Not?

    iluvivt replied to hayest's topic in Patient Medications

    Once in awhile I will use Lidocaine. If a patient requests it and if I need to start an IV in an area that has really thick skin. Usally it is beacuse they generally have thick skin or I can't find a...

  9. Dopamine infiltration, how long the site will be necrotic?

    iluvivt replied to treeye's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you I was just about to say the same thing that it should be characterized as an extravasation. Please look at your extravasation policy if you have one. Was it treated with Phentolamine,thermal...

  10. Verbally, mentally & emotionally abused by patient where do I turn.

    iluvivt replied to nowdistracted's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This makes me angry that your employer cut your hours.They are basically choosing the patient and his payments over their employee.Your employer needs to read how Southwest Airlines supports their...

  11. cell phones at work

    iluvivt replied to tuxedopenguino's topic in General Nursing

    It was worse without them...way worse. You had to walk down long halls calling for the nurses.I spent too much time looking for people and apologizing. The key is to remember you are in charge of the...

  12. Pre Employment drug screen decision

    iluvivt replied to mc554433's topic in General Nursing

    Do you really think your prospective employer is going to say,"sure come back and do your drug test when you are clean".NO way they are interested in hiring a competent individual that does need...

  13. Med Error

    iluvivt replied to Daisie4100's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Once you discovered your error you made all the right moves. Now you need to analyze why you made the error. It is just like when you get a paper back that you worked really hard on and looking it...

  14. I made a big mistake

    iluvivt replied to Birdy2's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Why do you think it was the Xanax that caused the change in his condition? My first thought would be perform a complete respiratory assessment to make sure the pneumo was not worsening with decreasing...

  15. Burnt out

    iluvivt replied to BellaCat's topic in General Nursing

    The only state that has mandated nurse to patient ratios is California for acute care facilities. It is still a businesses so they will try and get the most out of you so they can make a greater...

  16. I don't mean to complain..

    iluvivt replied to Nurse216's topic in General Nursing

    Ironically, I just saw someone posted an article written by Dr. Kevin that said the same thing I did. Treat your employees with respect and they will give and give and the scores you desire will...

  17. Circular Logic in Nursing

    iluvivt replied to BrandonLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Could you explain to them that the whole purpose of the chart checks is to look for any missing orders and to verify the ones you already know about for accuracy. I think that if they are this dense...

  18. Incorrect medication prep

    iluvivt replied to ARN1992's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    MunoRn gets right to the point...I love your

  19. Another mistake..new grad.

    iluvivt replied to regerterb's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Thye are correct this is no big deal. The 0600 time is the worst, too close to change of shift and too dang early after a day of surgery when the patient needs rest. Foleys used to stay in for several...

  20. How to NOT Aid a Cheater?

    iluvivt replied to Angeljho's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Good for you newboy..you did the right thing and I believe in your heart you knew this was wrong from the get go and just got caught up in it. You sound like a "helper" and in the future you must...

  21. Esme Needs Your Prayers

    iluvivt replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    I love reading your posts,such a wise soul.Please come back to

  22. Comfortable shoes?

    iluvivt replied to Chickie77's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    KLOGS. My feet NEVER hurt with

  23. Am I a new nurse, or a new nurse with lots of experience

    iluvivt replied to medicbroomer's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree you are a brand new nurse and there is nothing wrong with with that. Don't expect to jump straight to the Boardwalk and Park Place nor would you want to do so! You need and want to be...

  24. I don't mean to complain..

    iluvivt replied to Nurse216's topic in General Nursing

    The government set the ball in motion and the the payees not wanting to lose a cent then went to work! The new thing now is "service recovery". Basically it is this: If the patient of family is...

  25. How would you handle this situation?

    iluvivt replied to freckles23's topic in General Nursing

    DO you mind sharing your program? Is it Grand Canyon? I am looking for a good and CHEAP Masters