SDS_RN RN

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    Low K level - possibly getting written up...

    SDS_RN replied to uscstu4lfe's topic in General Nursing

    I work in the ER and I have not called an admitting doc concerning issues w/ my pt. The ER doc is usually updated and he also speaks to the admitting doc on the phone b4 admitting the pt. Usually...
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    I got reprimanded at work for not using a bra !

    SDS_RN replied to Kath80's topic in General Nursing

    yeah definatly wear a bra---
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    What's Your Passion?

    SDS_RN replied to alwayslearning08's topic in General Nursing

    I have my associates hopefully at some point I'll further that to BSN or MSN but for now I'm working on paying off these loans before going further. I always wanted to do ER so I did a year med surg...
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    Nursing and Astrological Sign

    SDS_RN replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in General Nursing

    Capicorn here- guess there's not many of us out there huh? I work ER & love
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    This is not my job?!?

    SDS_RN replied to Ally0981's topic in General Nursing

    I would have cleaned as much up as possible then had it wet mopped. I wouldn't want it left on the pt's floor for 4.5 hours. It only takes a few minutes to clean it up so I probably would have done...
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    How are you going to Vote - US

    SDS_RN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I'll be voting for the first time tomorrow. Go Obama definatly time for a
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    Day shift nurses needed...WHAT??!!

    SDS_RN replied to mondkmondk's topic in General Nursing

    I like to do day or evening shift. Working nocs I'm very crabby and emotional. I luckily don't have to do straight nocs any more only a hand full a month but I can handle that. 3-4 really tiered...
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    stopping a CODE

    SDS_RN replied to creekster_16's topic in General Nursing

    The last one we had I just asked the doc if he wanted us to continue. The pt had been down quite awhile before arriving to us, had no rythm, & was purple in color. The doc finished talking w/...
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    low heart rate

    SDS_RN replied to Ms.RN's topic in General Nursing

    We had a pt in last weekend w/ HR 30's-40's r/t her pacer battery failing:no:. I agree w/ the others there are several reason why the HR could be low. Being a nurse also requires you to play detective...
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    Where are all of the Senior or Seasoned ED Nurses??

    SDS_RN replied to ED_EMR_NURSE's topic in Emergency

    In a few weeks I will be in the ED for 1 yr. Was surgical for 1 yr previouisly. I work w/ a lot of seasoned nurses most 20+ yrs. I love it because they have sooooo much knowledge and I love...
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    Nurses Smoking

    SDS_RN replied to JENNLEE's topic in General Nursing

    I used to smoke only quit about 5 mo. ago w/ Chantix still have my moments where I would love to just inhale! I tell people I used to smoke and the resources that are available to them if they want...
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    skirts

    SDS_RN replied to nightshiftnut's topic in General Nursing

    I wear scrubs I personally do not like to wear skirts and or dresses ever! We do have a nurse that wears skirts r/t her
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    Do I have to be a MATH WIZARD?

    SDS_RN replied to nessa414141's topic in General Nursing

    I am horrable at math but what I use in practice is very simple math. I also like to have doses double checked we are all human and we make mistakes so I like to have the extra reassurance. I esp...
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    Help!!!! Ques for a nursing student need tonite

    SDS_RN replied to BeOne77's topic in General Nursing

    It's definatly
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    Pre-operative sedation

    SDS_RN replied to AmbCareRN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    We do not give versed until after anesthesia sees the pt and orders it if necessary. We do not do it on a regular basis only if the pt is very very
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    ER Karaoke

    SDS_RN replied to bigjim's topic in Emergency

    I loved that site. My favorite was the So Full of Sh** (the pain scale song). They are all soooo true aren't they! Gave me a good laugh
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    Starting the admission orders

    SDS_RN replied to JessicaSN's topic in Emergency

    If we do not have admit orders started when the pt goes to the floor they are ticked off. They expect the IV to be started, fluids running, foley in, meds administered ect. ect. It's fine if I have...
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    Personality Type and Nursing

    SDS_RN replied to Mesomorph's topic in General Nursing

    your type is [color=#d000a0]isfp[color=#d000a0]introverted[color=#d000a0]sensing[color=#d000a0]feeling[color=#d000a0]perceivingstrength of the preferences %...
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    Oh no she didn't!

    SDS_RN replied to misslo's topic in General Nursing

    I think you did an excellent job and you should be proud of yourself. You are not just a CNA you are a vital part of nursing care and your nightmare nurse should maybe take a few notes from you. If...
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    ? Is PRN Travel Nursing Allowed?

    SDS_RN posted a topic in Travel

    Would travel nursing work as a part time/PRN position? I have my reg f/t job that I love but I also want to earn some extra money. I also do not want to travel out of state. I see that their are...
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    Tonsilectomy test question....

    SDS_RN replied to smstar1996's topic in General Nursing

    I'm w/ everyone else the answer is B. We care for tonsillectomies frequently and falling or staying asleep through the assessment is not uncommon until the sedation wears off a little. Pain is...
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    Why can't we just be nurses anymore?!?!?

    SDS_RN replied to MrsWampthang's topic in General Nursing

    "Remember you really work for the PATIENtS not the manager ." As good as that sounds that is not the truth. Who can yank your job from underneath you for not "complying" or "complaining" about the...
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    Do you make your title known?

    SDS_RN replied to icunurse42066's topic in General Nursing

    I do not like to announce it. I'm there for my family member for support not as anything else. If they figure it out by the q's I ask or if they ask me I will tell them but I prefer to keep it to...
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    are nurses more depressed than the general public?

    SDS_RN replied to hnurseh's topic in General Nursing

    I guess I have never been a social butterfly and never will be. I feel weird and akward in those situations. I do find work/coworkers socially draining all the gossiping and back stabbing I'd prefer...
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    Blood draw from IVs?

    SDS_RN replied to alkaleidi's topic in Emergency

    We also will draw lab if we are starting an IV, if the labs have been ordered. I did however have one time where we only got a small amt of blood back and it hemolyzed, that's the only time I've had...