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I work in Tele in an acute care hospital. I have a year and a half of experience. I'm interested in staying in Tele for now, but would like to have the option to work in other areas in the future. I'm interested in hearing anything anyone knows about hospitals in MD. I know there are a lot of hospitals. I would like to hear any first hand info from nurses who have worked at any of them, or any info on comparing the areas.

Hi, Thanks for your response. I am not sure exactly where I'm going to live yet, though it looks like Columbia or Baltimore area. Not sure though, so I would love to hear about any part of MD that you know about! Thanks so much. I'm interested in knowing how pay compares by area, and/or hospital, and what the working conditions are like, how scheduling is done, weekends required and any other information that you may know.

Hi, Thanks for your response. I am not sure exactly where I'm going to live yet, though it looks like Columbia or Baltimore area. Not sure though, so I would love to hear about any part of MD that you know about! Thanks so much. I'm interested in knowing how pay compares by area, and/or hospital, and what the working conditions are like, how scheduling is done, weekends required and any other information that you may know.

Hello everyone! I'm planning to move to MD. I am hoping someone here could give me some insight about the hospitals in MD. I'm open to learning anything you have to offer about your experiences in MD. I've been a nurse working on a Tele floor for the past year and a half. Does it look bad to leave my first job after a year and a half? The only thing I've picked up is that University of MD doesn't pay the best. Anyone know if it's a good place to work otherwise? Thank you so much for helping out. kathryn

I need help understanding the differences between dysarthria, and aphagia in stroke patients. How are you all testing for these in your stroke patient assessments. The procedure in our facility is very vague, and it has many nurses confused. Thank you so much!

The research job sounds good to me as far as the hours. What type of organization are you working for? I'm not too familiar with research type nursing jobs just curious. Also do you have a BSN?

Hi Ryan, I know the feeling. I just started my first nursing job and I'm 39. I had a 10 yr. plus career in another field and paid my dues there, so I feel you. I think you do have to pay your dues in Nursing and you will at times feel under the microscope but unlike in other fields it's being done for a good reason -patient safety. Every nurse has been there, and most will support you through it. It's an amazing job! If you think it's right for you go for it. I couldn't imagine starting at the bottom again.. and it took me a long time to just go for it. Now I'm so glad I did. good luck!

Thank you guys so much the light bulb went off !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I got it, don't know why my brain is doing this to me, THANKS again, you're the BEST!!!!!!

Thanks!! I am now understanding #2 it's like a lightbulb went off! I think if it like 50ml/20min is = to xml/60min, then I cross multiply to get 20x = 3000, x=150 but i the first one yet...thanks again

Thanks!! I am now understanding #2 it's like a lightbulb went off! I think if it like 50ml/20min is = to xml/60min, then I cross multiply to get 20x = 3000, x=150 but i the first one yet...thanks again

Thanks for helping too. I should of said I have the answers I just don't know how to get them CAMETOITLATE is correct: 1) is 130 mL/hr and 2) is 150 mL/hr. Any additional pointers are very appreciated!!

Thank you very much CAMETOITLATE for your help. I'm feeling like a ding bat. Maybe I'm tired but I am not getting how you worked out the first problem from begining to end....also, are you plugging into a formula that you memorized? Thank you so much if you could possibly attempt to explain any more I would be very appreciative!! Thanks again! I'm just waiting for a lightening bolt to hit me!!! Thanks for your time!!

Hi there all you smart nurses! I need your help please I have to take a quiz tomorrow! Wow - It feels like i've been out of school forever (it's been 7mos), I have these a quiz for a new job....Can someone pretty please help me with these? Thanks soo much!! Your pt. (weight 72.4kg) has been ordered to have an infusion of Lasix (50 mg/250 ml) titrated btwn. 3-6 mcg/kg/mn. What is the max. mcg/min the pt. would would receive? ***this part I understand**** prt. 2 of this question. Calculate the flow rate for the above infusion. Next question: A pt. is being admitted to your unit wiht a diagnosis of bilateral lower extremity cellulitis. The physician orders Ancef 1 GM IV every 6 hours. The pharmacy dispenses a piggyback with the medication in 50 ml labeled for the drug to infuse in over 20 min. What rate would you set the IV pump.

Dear Rehab Nurse I am very sorry! Prayers, Thoughts and Hugs out to you! Take care of yourself, Kat

Pyxis is like a computerized receptical for meds on the floor/unit. The nurse logs in, and selects her pt. & then selects the meds due for that pt. Making the process systematic. It has various drawers & slots & won't let you move on till the drawers are closed etc. It's a computerized way to dispense medication. 'Pulling meds' is just lingo for getting medications from the pyxis for your patient. To my knowledge there is no other reference. I think it's b/c it's a bit more involved then say grabbing meds off a shelf. You know? Am I wrong?