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dansingrn

PNP, CDE, Integrative Pain Management

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  1. Where is the best online NP program

    dansingrn replied to n4dcb's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I just graduated with my MSN, PNP track from the University of Missouri/Columbia's Sinclair School of Nursing. My program was excellent, all online. We had one campus visit per semester for 1-2 days....

  2. Need advice for new grad!!!

    dansingrn replied to RN2be_07's topic in Pediatric

    You said it all right there. Honesty with humility is the only way to appeal to your manager and preceptor. An open heart and mind is the only way to succeed in your current position. It may take...

  3. This website is a hoax

    dansingrn replied to rph3664's topic in Pediatric

    Obviously a sick joke. I don't even think they are trying to be a hoax. If you read the whole site, it is just ridiculous and sad that they think they're so funny. Under the FAQ section, they say they...

  4. Need help with a decision.

    dansingrn replied to sukihb21's topic in Pediatric

    Another agreement with above posts! I earned my first degree (non-nursing) at age 22. When I knew for sure that I really, really wanted to be a nurse, I went back for my BSN at 33. I graduated at 38,...

  5. salary

    dansingrn replied to johnson0424's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    aviator411 - can you help me with the link you posted? I don't see where I can look at the salary schedule. I'm very interested in looking at different ranges - I graduate with my MS and PNP next...

  6. question about pediatric/adolescent physicals

    dansingrn replied to twahls65's topic in Pediatric

    I just completed my last clinical rotation for my pediatric nurse practitioner master's. I was in the outpatient adolescent clinic of a large children's hospital. Every girl received a breast exam if...

  7. what pediatric specialty do you have?

    dansingrn replied to labrador4122's topic in Pediatric

    EliseM- Glad you are considering becoming a nurse! Just to clarify some...RN isn't a degree, it is a license. There are several ways to be eligible to take the RN licensure exam. A BSN is a 4 year...

  8. Byetta

    dansingrn replied to Lucy4's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Classicdame makes a very important point that Byetta and insulin are not the same, and are not substitutes. Byetta works in specific ways, especially by restoring the first phase insulin response....

  9. Insulin Dose Adjustment

    dansingrn replied to jordangregory's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Of course you must follow the written order. I sure didn't mean to imply that as a RN in the hospital you would adjust the dose according to my example. I was just giving an example of the current...

  10. Sugar-free foods

    dansingrn replied to jacka's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Jacka- Does your son see a pediatric endocrinologist? Most children's hospitals have diabetes centers with diabetes teams. The diabetes dietitians at these centers do carb counting classes that will...

  11. Sugar-free foods

    dansingrn replied to jacka's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Remember that "sugar-free" doesn't mean carb-free. All carbohydrates can raise blood glucose, "sugar" is merely a form a carbohydrate. If you look at the label on certain "sugar-free" cookies, they...

  12. Insulin Dose Adjustment

    dansingrn replied to jordangregory's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Absolutely. The best way to cover meals is to match the insulin to the amount of carbohydrate that will be eaten. If the patient takes a set dose, then ideally the meal should have a "set" amount of...

  13. Type II Diabetes - now on insulin

    dansingrn replied to UKPedsRN's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    The current dietary advice for those with type 2 diabetes is to maintain a healthy, balanced diet, limiting simple carbohydrates. We no longer tell patients that they can't have any "sugar."...

  14. Pncb - Pnp-pc

    dansingrn replied to b-girl's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Congratulations b-girl! I can't wait to say I took the exam and passed! Which exam did you take, ANCC or PNCB? How long did it take to receive your

  15. Standards of Practice Regarding Croup Tents

    dansingrn replied to Guppy1's topic in Pediatric

    Here is a link to an article I found - a study comparing low and high humidity with blow-by.

  16. Pncb - Pnp-pc

    dansingrn replied to b-girl's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Check out the NAPNAP conference...its coming up in April in Nashville. There is a 2 day review course that comes highly recommended to me by all I know who have attended. I am going to graduate with...

  17. A1c

    dansingrn replied to jschut's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Quick little formula for figuring BG average from A1c: A1c - 2 x 30 = BG average example: if A1c is

  18. Looking for professional advice...

    dansingrn replied to dex77's topic in Pediatric

    The feelings and passion are what makes one a good nurse! The key is channeling all of that into what needs to be done in the moment. Although the tears don't come as often over time, the "feelings"...

  19. Compensation ?...

    dansingrn replied to NYSNOWBUNNY007's topic in Pediatric

    The average RN starts at 34-36/hour??? That's alot! Nurse practitioners don't even start that high around here!! (I will be an NP in 3 months, God

  20. Pediatric Vaccinations

    dansingrn replied to pagandeva2000's topic in Pediatric

    I agree, the CDC website is the best resource. It publishes immunization schedules, as well as a catch-up schedule, for birth thru 6 yrs, 7-18 and 18 and up. You can print the schedules, they update...

  21. A1c

    dansingrn replied to jschut's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Perhaps the patient with DM with an HbA1c of 4.9% was never diagnosed by high fasting glucose levels. The OGTT is more sensitive than the fasting plasma glucose. One of the diagnostic criteria for DM...

  22. wondering about diabetic's appearance

    dansingrn replied to greatshakes's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    It is very common for people with type 2 diabetes to have "truncal obesity" or a disproportionate weight distribution. This is sometimes referred to as an "apple shape" body type: heavy midsection...

  23. Help! Overwhelmed by diabetes

    dansingrn replied to lesrn2005's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    You might want to look specifically at DKA info. When a child with type 1 DM goes into DKA, there are often mental status changes. These are related to the dehydration, electrolyte imbalances and the...

  24. Would you give 25u Reg Ins IV?

    dansingrn replied to Shell5's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Actually, there is no upper limit of insulin units that can be given subcu. (Referencing above post of 30 units). That may be a particular hospital's guideline, probably to avoid giving too much...

  25. insulin pens and refrigeration

    dansingrn replied to GingerSue's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Unopened insulin (vials or pens) should be stored in the refrigerator. Open vials or pens that are in current use are generally good at room temperature for approximately 28 days (refer to...