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I think that is a FANTASTIC idea!

Wow! That is so neat! I hope I get to hear it today! Thanks for the good wishes! Have a great day! :)

BTW, Congratulations!!! Do you get summer break now?

Thank you both soooo much! I feel so stupid; I should have known ADA! I didn't know fetal heart tones could be monitored so early. That's neat. Again, thanks so much!

I wonder if you nurses could help me with a couple of abbreviations, please. I just got my patient assignment today for clinical tomorrow (I'm a Freshman RN student). It's a 32 y/o pregnant woman (15 wks. gestation) who has Gastroparesis and Right Upper Extremity Thrombus. On the "Other Info," it says 1800 cal ADA diet, IV Heparin drip, and FHT checks. I looked in my Medical Terminolgy book for ADA and it wasn't listed, and it said FHT was Fetal Heart Tone. Is this what it would be in her case? And what is ADA? I sure would appreciate any help you all could offer.

I used to be anal, but now I'm too tired. I just blow it off; I don't need anymore stress (I'm just finishing up freshman year of nursing).

I must say, I agree with you, LPN2Be2004. At the same time, I agree with the men (MellowOne and Husband). MellowOne, I read your posts on this subject from the previous thread, and I don't think you're a chauvanist pig like some other women do. I'm very familiar with what the Bible says about marriage, and I agree with it and the things you posted about it. My husband and I fulfill each other's needs, and after 14 years, we're happier than ever. I believe that if a woman treats her husband like a king, he will in turn treat her like a queen, and vice versa. At least that's how it is in my marriage.

Lacie, Yes, I'm married. Been married for 14 years. Marriage does get boring sometimes, but that's when you have to get creative and spice it up a little. Some people may consider my husband boring (and I'm an outgoing type personality), but you know what? He's rock solid; an excellent husband, father, and provider. You said your husband was a good father and provider; that's a quality that a lot of men don't have, Lacie. I count my blessings for a husband that I know he's going to be home every night, isn't going to cheat on me, and will always be there for me and my children. It sounds like you may have that, too. Try to remember what made you fall in love with him in the first place. I know you were just blowing off steam, but it also sounded like you were making mountains out of mole hills, especially over the photo album deal. When you post on this board, you're going to get a variety of responses, and not all of them are going to be what you want to hear. Good luck to you and your family, whatever the outcome.

To put it bluntly, he sounds too good for you.

We're not required to have health insurance. I don't understand why it would be a requirement.

I vote for them being kicked out of the program. Anything less would send a message that cheating is somewhat tolerated. And as someone else said, if they get away with it, it could become a habit, and then later they could put patients in danger. Not good nurse material, if you ask me.

:chuckle Are you my sister? BTW, why do we women "look tired and pale" without makeup, but guys don't? No fair! My favorite, longest lasting lip color is Endless, by Loreal. It stays on longer and doesn't cake at all. And since I have pale lips, I have tried almost all of them at one time or another. It's even better than the $20 stuff I used to buy from Lancome.

You're right; that should send up a HUGE RED FLAG! The condition of her skin is NOT what I would be worrying about here! Can you get her in to see a child psychologist to find out why she doesn't want to talk about it?

I wish I was one of those people who look great without makeup because I hate putting it on everyday. But I don't fix my hair; it's just below the shoulders and I usually pull it up. I've never been a "primper," but my twin sister wouldn't even consider walking out to the mailbox unless she looked perfect!

Oh, my gosh, that is so spooky! Made my skin crawl reading it! If I were you, I'd get a different locker, far away from that one!

:rotfl: Too funny!!

So sorry to hear that. Please don't give up; you didn't go through all of that schooling for nothing. Hang in there, get some suggestions from the nurses who took it and passed it, and try again! Good luck to you.

I would suggest talking to your school counselor for advice. You are probably eligible for grants and scholarships. Good luck!

I believe that the main purpose of this is to allow the residents to feel more "at home." I think it's wonderful.

Lucky you! I had my big toenail removed after repeated ingrown toenails and it was the most excruitiating pain I have ever had in my life! I didn't feel it while it was happening although I watched for a minute as the doctor twisted and pulled it off while it bled like crazy and looked like raw meat. But by the time I got home (and I only live a 3 minute drive from the clinic) the shot wore off and I went into shock from the pain. The doc initially only prescribed ibuprofen for the pain, but my DH called and insisted on something strong. I had to stay pretty much dosed up for the next couple of days. I would rather do ANYTHING than go through that again. BTW, I switched doctors after that.

I think it's a great idea for the reasons mentioned in the article! It must be comforting for these elderly people to be surrounded by familiar customs, language, and foods. For those who oppose it, they can always go to a different floor or facility. I hope we see more facilities like this in the future.

I agree with lady_jezebel and move forward (in the new job, since this is what you wanted anyway before you knew you were pregnant), and just keep quiet about it till it needs to be addressed. I would not ask for the old job back and am uncertain as to whether they would give it back now anyway. Good luck to you, and congratulations on the baby and the new job.

Is there any policy on make-up days for clinicals? I would hesitate to go to work sick, especially with the elderly. Hope you feel better soon.

How horrible! Good advice, LPN2Be2004. This cannot be allowed to continue.

Bahaaaaaaa!!!! :rotfl: