RN1982

RN1982

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  1. Negative Threads

    RN1982 replied to Seagate's topic in General Nursing

    So basically you are telling everyone to just "get over it". That doesn't

  2. Negative Threads

    RN1982 replied to Seagate's topic in General Nursing

    I can't stand those types too. Because taking it and shuting up about it is so conducive to solving the problem. It's right along the lines of "don't be negative", which irritates me too. Just be...

  3. Negative Threads

    RN1982 replied to Seagate's topic in General Nursing

    I rant/vent here because you all know what I go through because you all go through it too. I'd rather vent here to someone that understands where I am coming from rather than to my family who have no...

  4. My God, these family members!!

    RN1982 replied to SoundofMusic's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Remember "the patient is the center of all we do"....even if it means nurses not peeing or eating...(insert eyes rolling here)...Apparently, this is acceptable in our line of work.Seriously, I hate...

  5. Anyone have experience with Lap Band Surgery?

    RN1982 replied to Keepstanding's topic in Health, Stress Management

    My surgery is on May 26. I've heard of the gastric sleeve surgery, but my insurance company does not cover it. It's restrictive rather than malabsorptive, whereas the RNY is both. I'm excited about my...

  6. Anyone have experience with Lap Band Surgery?

    RN1982 replied to Keepstanding's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Ok, I dropped a pants size also.

  7. Anyone have experience with Lap Band Surgery?

    RN1982 replied to Keepstanding's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I've lost a total of 17 lbs since March when I had my first appointment with my surgeon when he told me I need to lost 15. Right now, it's hard for me to tell if i've lost weight because I don't feel...

  8. Getting into Nursing Just to Get a JOB!!

    RN1982 replied to allison_lpn's topic in General Nursing

    Zuzi, it doesn't matter what the person's situation is. It's none of your business or the college's business what is going on in a student's life to determine if they are a candidate for nursing...

  9. Getting into Nursing Just to Get a JOB!!

    RN1982 replied to allison_lpn's topic in General Nursing

    I have a problem with nurses who are quick to judge those that chose nursing for the paycheck rather than "the passion of nursing". People have families to support and this seems to be the reason why...

  10. Anyone have experience with Lap Band Surgery?

    RN1982 replied to Keepstanding's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I'm having gastric bypass on May 26, no regrets about it. I did not want the lap band. I'd rather have my intestines rerouted than have a foreign object in my body. Plus, I've heard from a few people...

  11. Nurses whom give overly detailed reports...

    RN1982 replied to Gr8Dane's topic in General Nursing

    I don't want any crazy details. I just really want to know why the patient is here, their history, and any acute changes throughout the shift. That's it. Spare me the stuff about lines and xrays...

  12. Anyone else feeling frustrated with their job?

    RN1982 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I feel like I am on the verge of a burnout. Thankfully, I haven't been working much overtime and for the most part have been getting cancelled. But I've been becoming increasingly frustrated with some...

  13. Frustrated with preceptor

    RN1982 replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    Speak with your manager and tell them you want a new

  14. Hanging up my stethescope

    RN1982 replied to sissiesmama's topic in General Nursing

    Good luck to ya, Anne. You'll be in my

  15. Sucking out the fun....

    RN1982 replied to SweetLemon's topic in General Nursing

    I would have asked the doctor to stop trying to force the patient to take the meds or I would be reporting him/her to the board of medicine. Couldn't you file a complaint with the board

  16. "The Disruptive Behavior of Doctors"

    RN1982 replied to dharmanurse's topic in General Nursing

    Rounds in stilletos? That's kind of tacky. I think if we had more respect for our fellow nurses, we would get more respect from outside professions. I can't say that most docs do not appreciate us...

  17. Parents controlling an adult child with chronic/progressive disease

    RN1982 replied to Magsulfate's topic in General Nursing

    Another question, why do they even have to know what type of pain meds the patient is being given? Isn't that between the patient and the nurse/doc? The patient needs to be empowered to participate in...

  18. Parents controlling an adult child with chronic/progressive disease

    RN1982 replied to Magsulfate's topic in General Nursing

    Would it be too bold to just come out and say that the patient is able to make her own decisions? I think I've said something to the family before, similar situation. I basically told the family that...

  19. Finding myself negative these days. Can my expectations be too high?

    RN1982 replied to dorimar's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thank you for taking the time to see if from my perspective. Too many people are just assuming that I'm getting annoyed for no reason so I will explain further. Regarding my co-worker with the...

  20. Lunch breaks and required phones

    RN1982 replied to DeeAngel's topic in General Nursing

    I hated those phones. When I worked on stepdown we had them. I wanted to throw it against the wall because of the constant interruption. Clerks complaining that we are not answering the phone, well...

  21. Nurse Drug Test Questions (Steroids)

    RN1982 replied to lavalamp44's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think drug tests for nursing school test for anabolic

  22. Nurse Drug Test Questions (Steroids)

    RN1982 replied to lavalamp44's topic in General Nursing

    Swear to god there was another thread just like this. Started out just like that too.

  23. Blood Transfusion and Infusion Pump use

    RN1982 replied to Mr.Fatback's topic in General Nursing

    Don't know where to find research but I only use gravity when my patients have acute blood loss from trauma or surgery. Not all patients need blood transfused via gravity, especially patients who have...

  24. my first job interview experience and shocking work environment

    RN1982 replied to nurse_dot's topic in General Nursing

    What I would like to know is how do people get away with staffing ALFs and LTCs like this? How do they expect 1 RN to care for 52

  25. Struggling with anxiety over previous job

    RN1982 replied to Moogie's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Moogie, I think it's time for you to move on. All the stress from this job is not worth it. Start looking for another