Do-over ASN, RN

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    Venipuncture

    Do-over replied to melstei's topic in General Nursing

    Practice.
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    Air in IV flush syringe??

    Do-over replied to samiam4's topic in General Nursing

    Little bubbles don't hurt, but I make sure I prime the line well enough to keep the pump from alarming! I also think about the patients - if they see any air bubbles in the line it might bother them,...
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    Which came first? Chicken v. egg question.

    Do-over replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in General Nursing

    I guess I also perceive a difference in folks that are really wrung out and exhausted and those folks that are probably whiners whether they are sick or not. "chaos magnets" I like
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    sneaking meds in food

    Do-over replied to playforever's topic in General Nursing

    I work acute care, but if I can't get a confused patient to swallow pills I usually can't get them to take anything by mouth, either. Too often, even if they are cooperative but confused, they will...
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    How long was it between graduation & landing a full time line?

    Do-over replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    I took me 6 weeks after I got my license. I already worked at the hospital, and was able to continue working as an aide, at least. I also knew my manager was working to get me a position on her...
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    insignificant complaint...lol

    Do-over replied to EDnursetobe's topic in General Nursing

    I dont' mind my first name. I also tell patients that I will answer to "hey you", "nurse" or "help" or even an inarticulate yelp if they can't remember my name. I wouldn't like to be called "Nurse...
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    insignificant complaint...lol

    Do-over replied to EDnursetobe's topic in General Nursing

    I like tall guys myself - hair is
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    Which came first? Chicken v. egg question.

    Do-over replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in General Nursing

    I think some folks can handle stuff, and others can't. I personally believe it has alot to do with upbringing, etc. I also believe that some people enjoy the sick role, or at least the attention it...
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    Tape Reporting... HOH RN

    Do-over replied to MystyqueOne's topic in General Nursing

    We tape report, but we are also supposed to check in with the on-coming nurse before we leave for updates or to answer any questions. So, in my case, I have a just to clarify anything I didn't hear or...
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    New RN on Cardiac/stroke IMC unit

    Do-over replied to eboog20's topic in Cardiac

    1. You will never be alone. 2. You will never be alone. 3. You will feel competent one day. Give yourself AT LEAST 9 months to a year. 4. You will never be
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    do you ever get tired of being treated like crap?

    Do-over replied to EDnursetobe's topic in General Nursing

    I guess I am fortunate that I find most of my patients treat me with respect and courtesy. And, I usually don't find it too much of a stretch to be respectful and courteous back. I also am pretty...
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    Gossiping in the hospital

    Do-over replied to Monica08's topic in General Nursing

    First of all, your opinion of me is none of my business. Second, if you want to talk about me please have the courtesy to do so behind my back. Apparently, at my current job I have been almost...
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    What would you rather do than go into work this weekend?

    Do-over replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thats Hot! Love me some Al
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    RN in the OR?

    Do-over replied to 2bDocOc's topic in Operating Room

    My opinion - Being a patient advocate is not about "caring" or "ethics" only. In the case of the OR, or any situation where the patients are helpless - it is about speaking for, protecting and...
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    Spin off of the thread on putting mom in the nursing home

    Do-over replied to Vtachy1's topic in General Nursing

    Correct if I am wrong, but unless someone goes to court and manages to be appointed her guardian it is her decision. Again, could be wrong, but even the DPOA doesn't allow you to override her...
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    What would you rather do than go into work this weekend?

    Do-over replied to kool-aide, RN's topic in General Nursing

    I usually like my job, so I don't mind going in on my weekends. THat being said, I am glad that this weekend is my "off"
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    For the love of Pete.....Where are you?!

    Do-over replied to APRN.'s topic in General Nursing

    I tend to like the threads just asking how different facilities/nurses do different things - I just find it cool to learn how other places work. I tend to avoid answering the "this is what...
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    For the love of Pete.....Where are you?!

    Do-over replied to APRN.'s topic in General Nursing

    I am totally going to start calling cotton balls "woolly balls". I CANNOT wait to ask one of my teammates for a couple of woolly balls. Too immature? From the midwest,
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    oh for petesake!

    Do-over replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Only six months in? I'd say give yourself a little more time. For me, it was 9 months to a year when I started feeling "OK" about how I was doing. That was also the time when newer nurses and float...
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    addressing colleagues

    Do-over replied to talltale's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'll take "girl" over "ma'am"... However, I doubt I'd even register that someone was trying to get my attention if they just said or yelled
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    What was the lowest diastolic bp you have seen?

    Do-over replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    Amazing she had the wind to walk and talk! Picked up a patient once that had arrested that day (pre-hospital), EF was " He looked terrible, but was a lovely gentleman, died a couple weeks later....
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    What was the lowest diastolic bp you have seen?

    Do-over replied to Florence NightinFAIL's topic in General Nursing

    Checked a patient one night (wasn't mine, nurse was on break and the CNA was freaking out because she couldn't hear the BP - kept asking me if she was stupid, bless her heart (newbie) - I just told...
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    Disposable Bedpans?

    Do-over replied to scarlet87's topic in General Nursing

    All bedpans are disposable in teh right circumstances... I have no prob rinsing urine, but they go in the garbage after a good BM. Back on topic - A few years ago grandma was in the ER for a broken...
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    Number of patients you care for?

    Do-over replied to winter_green's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Step-down 1:4-5 on nights (VERY rarely 6, and I b*$%h about it the whole time). Float to ICU 1:2, very rarely 1:3 if they are all floor holds. This hasn't happened lately -I think they don't want...
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    How do you pick your vein for an IV?

    Do-over replied to Chandra Lancaster's topic in General Nursing

    THats a good question, and I don't know... Maybe I'll ask tonight when I go in:). For awhile, they wanted a 20 with no specific