OregonGal

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  1. pts who say "it's ok" and it's not!

    OregonGal replied to RNsRWe's topic in General Nursing

    Isn't it evidenced-based practice that quiet, restful environment aids in healing?

  2. Many nurses on depression or anxiety meds?

    OregonGal replied to avsmch's topic in General Nursing

    :dncgbby:There's no shame in seeking help. Recognizing the problem is the first step to solving

  3. Christmas Party

    OregonGal replied to lexibear99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Quick response...ornament or cookie exchange is typical (provide recipes attached to cookie gifts). Potluck, or catered meal (have a local restaurant deliver food with plates/plastic wear)....

  4. Boosting Moral

    OregonGal replied to bjaeram's topic in Emergency

    Food....chocolate usually works

  5. focus assessment/prioritizing

    OregonGal replied to trayyhawk03's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Remember CPR??? THINK ABC, as previous poster... Airway, Breathing, Circulation. "Can't breathe" is a priority. Need to ask more questions about "can't breathe", and do focused assessment (airway,...

  6. Do you always have an RN waste narcotics with you?

    OregonGal replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    What I understand is that my license is what is at stake. I won't sign as a witness if I haven't actually witnessed. Seems pretty darn clear to

  7. Please list your opinions on this subject i am dealing with.

    OregonGal replied to 49*1's topic in General Nursing

    My advice, clean up your debt first, then nursing school. Sell things (Craigs list is awesome), sell the car, buy a cheaper car. Car payments are such a waste. Can you live with your parents to be...

  8. ~Sigh~ Nothing like an unexpected death....

    OregonGal replied to Virgo_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for posting, it helps EVERYone when we share our experiences and personal

  9. Flu Shot ??

    OregonGal replied to Keepstanding's topic in General Nursing

    Yep. First time ever. Got it last Thursday :) I was influenced by my immunization class (I'm a nursing student) and also the reality of our exposure

  10. Accepted into Nursing Program!!!

    OregonGal replied to Robinson1953's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats!!! Took me 6 years to get in with a lottery system, I believe 900+ applied, and they took 100 of us. dorselm has good advice--well said. My advice, always be prepared, show up early, don't...

  11. Where to keep scrubs at home

    OregonGal replied to time2change's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, scrubs in closet. Shoes...well as much as I love my Danskos--I lysol the heck out of them and keep them out of living area. I agree, trunk of car is a good idea. Discovered mysterious brown...

  12. Just thought I'd share something gross

    OregonGal replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    Geez, it just keeps getting better...."fall off in your

  13. Shaky hands? Nervousness in clinicals?

    OregonGal replied to spuropathy's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with previous posts, confidence comes with practice. Take a deep breath. The nervousness comes from wanting to do it perfectly, try not to stress out. Just remember the concepts--what needs...

  14. new RN with a new Job

    OregonGal replied to cwuthers's topic in General Nursing

    I'm still a student (grad in 2009:up:), but today we had a discussion group with returning students who graduated this year and started new jobs. They admitted that they couldn't possibly remember...

  15. Got Yelled at by MD.

    OregonGal replied to angel36's topic in General Nursing

    How did the patient handle it?

  16. Lab draws after IV start

    OregonGal replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    Good question - and good discussion, thanks! I learned something new today

  17. HOW Do I DO IT!!

    OregonGal replied to joshindfw's topic in General Nursing

    My husband covers the household bills (we sold stuff, like the vehicles that had high payments--and got cheap $1000 cars instead), he also took a pizza delivery job at night. My school portion is...

  18. OB Patient Education

    OregonGal replied to rose red RN's topic in Correctional

    Cabbage leaves?

  19. Demands from inmates

    OregonGal replied to GrannyLpn2005's topic in Correctional

    I'm currently a student nurse at a correctional facility. I can tell you that inmate is out of line. IMO...Do not meet the demand. Rather give space to the situation, tell him/her they need to wait...

  20. Pain is subjective?

    OregonGal replied to lena130's topic in General Nursing

    As I am taught in nursing school: Pain is what the patient says it is. Do an assessment using the pain scale, assess vitals, and

  21. What would make you say "I could never do that"

    OregonGal replied to PICNICRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'm finding that God has a sense of humor, careful saying

  22. Nothin' like pulling out your pt's old crusty bellybutton crud!

    OregonGal replied to student456's topic in General Nursing

    Haven't dealt with this before, thanks for the

  23. LTC Issues and unemployment

    OregonGal replied to paytonsmom's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    What state are you

  24. How do you wonderful nurses do it?

    OregonGal replied to tryingtobecome's topic in General Nursing

    One day at a time. Learn HOW to learn, and never stop learning. (At least that's what I keep telling myself). -Student Nurse Class of 2009

  25. Doctors without Borders/MSF

    OregonGal replied to nursern07's topic in General Nursing

    I'm curious, too, hope someone posts a