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    Psych patients on medical floors

    Hygiene Queen replied to rn undisclosed name's topic in General Nursing

    I think that would be an awesome job!! I work in geriatric psych and like the fact that there are still plenty of medical issues to deal with. I think it's a nice mix of
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    Things that make nursing better...

    Hygiene Queen replied to xtxrn's topic in General Nursing

    The mechanical lift. I remember when all you had was a creaky unstable hoyer (which was limited in its use). It was better than nothing, though. If your pt was heavy, but the hoyer was unsuitable,...
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    Thick skin

    Hygiene Queen replied to Chixie's topic in General Nursing

    You tell yourself this: "It's not about you". Take your emotions OUT of it. You don't give us any examples and I can think of a ton of scenarios. The common denominator amongst all those situations,...
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    What's the craziest getup you've ever seen?

    Hygiene Queen replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, a pink tutu, and I can't describe him more than that. It would be painfully obvious to those who know him. Very interesting case, indeed. Issues, my friends,
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    What's the craziest getup you've ever seen?

    Hygiene Queen replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    The pt who put her pull-up brief on over her head and wore it like a one-strap halter top. The middle-age male in the pink leotard and tutu. Myself... when I was an art
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    I hate my job as a certified nursing assistant and want to quit after two weeks!

    Hygiene Queen replied to DefaLucy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That is a very special population you are dealing with. It takes time to understand how to approach and interact with your patients. It is a mix of observing others and learning by fire. It also...
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    Last Semester- Scared of failing

    Hygiene Queen replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    I had massive anxiety and so does everybody in your shoes... we understand! Keep a healthy dose of fear to keep you on your toes, but don't let that fear overwhelm you. Good luck to you and stay...
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    How should I deal with a nurse who's bullying me?

    Hygiene Queen replied to nettiebaby05's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I have never met a bully that doesn't back off when you speak up and show backbone.
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    make up?

    Hygiene Queen replied to butterfly134's topic in General Nursing

    Red lipstick. Brightens the whole face. Maybe a little power on my nose. If I'm in a rush, then nothing. As long as I look clean and well-groomed, it's all
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    Using technical jargon with patients-EYE OPENER

    Hygiene Queen replied to JeneraterRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have to do this with my grandpa! He is very polite and becomes very afraid in the hospital. He feels it is impolite to question "experts" and too intimidated by "medicine" to ask "what do mean by...
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    Will get ADN at a comm. college hinder your chance of getting a good job!?

    Hygiene Queen replied to AmberLeigh000's topic in General Students

    It may depend on where you are at and what those area hospitals are looking for. Around here, we have a CC that kicks serious butt and hospitals, nursing homes, etc. want these grads. Overall, it may...
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    how to be a supportive BF to the GF in nursing school?

    Hygiene Queen replied to medic4's topic in General Students

    Always remind yourself of what it was like for you. Keep that in perspective. Study with her, if you can. It shows support, gives you time together and you can actively help her achieve her goal. I...
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    The dumbest thing you've ever heard...

    Hygiene Queen replied to AngelfireRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When I was doing my clinical, I just so happened to be taking care of a pt who was the sister of an old nurse I worked with many many years ago. Now, I had nothing against this nurse, personally. I...
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    A funny thing that happened to me today

    Hygiene Queen replied to 3xmom's topic in General Students

    I would have doubled up laughing so hard, right there and then. I would have been more amused than mortified. That is genuinely funny
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    Scrubs - what do you wear?

    Hygiene Queen replied to pinkiepie_RN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I don't care how long your socks are...just as long as you are wearing them. That is a huge peeve of mine. Had a coworker who would wear clogs and no socks. I think that's gross, but hey, who am I? I...
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    Expect to fail at least one nursing course, is this true

    Hygiene Queen replied to Bridgettea83's topic in General Students

    And let's just say you did fail... guess what? There will not be one single solitary student that will think less of you. Each and every student knows it could happen to them. They all know how hard...
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    Expect to fail at least one nursing course, is this true

    Hygiene Queen replied to Bridgettea83's topic in General Students

    Nooooooooo. I knew plenty who passed everything and plenty who never failed an exam. Don't listen to people trying to scare
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    Your one stop for all the most popular pressing questions on allnurses!

    Hygiene Queen replied to NeoPediRN's topic in General Nursing

    That totally cracked me up. I liked the visual. Cheers
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    what are these yellow gowns for?

    Hygiene Queen replied to meghan91's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like either the staff in the yellow gown was a germophobe or maybe the staff was covering up something on their scrubs? I know I've had to cover myself up after getting something unpleasant on...
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    Nursing school schedule-vent !

    Hygiene Queen replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    Right, everybody knows it's a ton of sacrifice, but it gets stressful when you have work breathing down your neck for a schedule, people who think you're exaggerating about the confines of the program...
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    Nursing school schedule-vent !

    Hygiene Queen replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    Here's what we liked to say when we were in our last class, "I can endure anything to get this over in 8 weeks!" In other words, bring it on so I can get this crap over with! We never knew what our...
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    Nurses and the LORD

    Hygiene Queen replied to Seiya174's topic in General Students

    I think of prayer in terms of meditation. It can help you refocus. That said, I believe we are given the tools we need to succeed. It is up to us to use them. To rely on prayer 100% is akin to magical...
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    Is this your last stop?

    Hygiene Queen replied to peppapig123's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I had no intention of being anything but a CNA. I liked it that much. Life circumstances changed my tune. If you can afford to be a CNA and you really like it, there is nothing wrong with it. It's...
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    Any phobias you overcame to become a nurse?

    Hygiene Queen replied to linzjane88's topic in General Nursing

    The phone. I hate talking on the phone and would avoid it like the plague. I started forcing myself to answer the phone at work. Making a fool of myself. I will continue to do it, as we all will, so I...
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    Have you ever been stood up for an interview?

    Hygiene Queen replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I came to an interview and when I arrived, I find out that the DON, who was going to interview me, had called in! Not only that, but she did not bother to tell anyone she had an interview! I waited...