Gr8Dane

Gr8Dane

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  1. Combative Pt. Spat in my Face, Eyes, Mouth-Dealing with Policy/Procedure now :(

    Gr8Dane posted a topic in General Nursing

    So at work Saturday, I was called by another floor to come assist w/ a combative patient. They were preparing to place 4 pt leather restraints (Just to give you an idea how combative this pt. was...

  2. Combative Pt. Spat in my Face, Eyes, Mouth-Dealing with Policy/Procedure now :(

    Gr8Dane replied to Gr8Dane's topic in General Nursing

    Well in Psych I couldnt imagine the abuse. I dont mind being punched, hit, etc. The bodily fluids do bother me a bit. I generally take more precautions but at this time there was no time to put a...

  3. Vac Dressings

    Gr8Dane replied to northerner60's topic in General Nursing

    Sterile, or supposed to be at least. Since your inserting foam into the actual wound, you don't want to introduce anything which may cause a new infection. Generally in my past experience in...

  4. New LPN in the Hospital-Did I make the wrong choice?

    Gr8Dane posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I graduated my practical nursing program in December. I took and found out I passed my state boards last week. I have been a PCT on a MedSurg floor at my local hospital for 3 years now. I have...

  5. Male Chest Hair and Scrub Tops

    Gr8Dane replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    Well I can safely safe I always wear underwear, white underwear at that when I wear white pants. I've also seen co-workers wear multicolored undies with white pants, can't help but to look when theres...

  6. Male Chest Hair and Scrub Tops

    Gr8Dane replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    I wear an undershirt due to my chest hair and for my personal comfort. I personally think it looks better. Should we be required to? Well, I guess so, if we can require some of the ladies to shave...