ItsyBitsySpider

ItsyBitsySpider BSN, RN

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  1. Had a mom flip out on me today...

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to ItsyBitsySpider's topic in Pediatric

    Parents are one of the biggest challenges in dealing with peds nursing. Once you have gained their trust it really helps to facilitate a much more positive experience for the patient. With the...

  2. Had a mom flip out on me today...

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to ItsyBitsySpider's topic in Pediatric

    I like that pep

  3. Had a mom flip out on me today...

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to ItsyBitsySpider's topic in Pediatric

    ITA with you about calming mom down first. In this case, it just was not possible. I can't begin to tell you just how irrational mom was. I like dealing with challenging people but she was just...

  4. Had a mom flip out on me today...

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to ItsyBitsySpider's topic in Pediatric

    I always, each and every time, give parents the option of going to the waiting area during any and all procedures. I never fault the ones who do, matter of fact I am glad they do if they know they...

  5. Had a mom flip out on me today...

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to ItsyBitsySpider's topic in Pediatric

    Yeah, I felt sorry for him too. He was looking at her during the procedure, like most little ones do, and feeding off of her. I don't think it's being too harsh. I totally understand being anxious,...

  6. Happier thread.. Your best moment in the ER

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to janejoeben's topic in Emergency

    It's funny how we deal with ungrateful, whiney families all day and it only takes one to make it all worth

  7. Status asthmaticus

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to elthia's topic in Pediatric

    For asthma kids most of our docs order something like this. Solumedrol IV early on, along with Atrovent and Xopenex in neb once, then Xopenex alone every 15 mins times 2. Then usually continuous neb...

  8. Yes your highness...I mean doctor!! rant!!!

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to irish_std/n's topic in General Nursing

    It is absurd that he would speak to you that way, it is even more absurd that you would stand there and allow

  9. CONTINUED IN WHAT IS THE MAJOR REASON Why are they all leaving?

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to artistnurse's topic in General Nursing

    You know, whether she's a nurse or not, her advice is great. Nurses should take their breaks and lunch DAILY. I know there are times when it's just not possible but those days should be few and far...

  10. Parental supervision on ped floors(m)

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to endoblues's topic in Pediatric

    I had a parent yesterday that told me when her son was hospitalized in Houston this summer, she was forbidden to leave the room at all! Now granted, she is probably exaggerating, but she said she was...

  11. 18 Year Old Had Breast Removed due to Piercing

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to BSNtobe2009's topic in General Nursing

    So sad...my daughter had a dolphin rash/scarring for months after getting a henna tattoo in Florida. You can still see pieces of it if you look up close. Never ever

  12. Any input on rehab facilities??

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to busyernurse's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Hi Anne, I don't know much about River Oaks but I've heard lots of good things. We send many people there and lots of family members request this facility. I am not familiar with the other one. Good...

  13. Circ on a 2yr old?

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to Danianne's topic in Pediatric

    Mutilate? Come on. Like the OP is not feeling enough guilt right now. I have seen a huge increase in penile infections in little boys since Medicaid stopped paying for circs in the past year....

  14. What doctors do that bugs you...

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to 33-weeker's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I've been wondering how midwives are compared with MD's. Many nurses on my unit are pregnant and go to an OB group that has a midwife on staff. None of them want to see her or have her deliver their...

  15. Should I look for another job - advice needed

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to Wendy_RN's topic in General Nursing

    This situation is absurd. You shouldn't allow people to treat you that way. I can't even imagine. Just because you're a new grad doesn't give them the right to treat you like crap, but if you allow it...

  16. Come on guys and girls need pay info LPN'S! HELP!!!

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to studentlpnco's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I think admonishing the entire city because of your experience with one employer is a little overboard. To the OP, try doing some research and I'm sure you will find what you're looking for. NOLA.com...

  17. Charity Booster Shots

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to PaxMaster's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I couldn't find a cheap way to get the Hep B shot. No free or reduced clinics really do them, that I know of. I just ended up going to my MD and paying for it. I think it's around $85 per shot, three...

  18. pediatric nurse from germany

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to ciccone's topic in Pediatric

    Hi ciccone and welcome! I would suggest that the first thing you do is call the Illinois Board of Nursing and ask them what you would need to do to get licensed here. Once you are licensed you...

  19. What am I to do???

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to PSYCH NURSE RN's topic in General Nursing

    Why put up with that garbage? Quit and find a place that actually respects and appreciates their nurses. There are such

  20. Is 26 too old to go back to school?

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to anouk's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's absurd for anyone to say 26 is too old to go back to school. I went back at 26 , with 2 kids and a husband and I was nowhere near the oldest in the class. Just do what you want to do with...

  21. Need your advise/ encouragement, PLEASE

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to NatalieGRN's topic in Pediatric

    Natalie, All I can say is everything you're feeling is completely normal. I do think that if you don't feel ready to be on your own then absolutely ask for a little more orientation. I don't see why...

  22. Fevers in children

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to patriotnurse's topic in Pediatric

    Hey Mary, Strange situation going on there. I don't know if this helps, but I can tell you that my brother had low-grade fever when he was really tired for many years. This went on until he was in 7th...

  23. Looking to move to S. La.

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to vetnurs's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Actually East Jefferson Hospital and Ochsner Hospital are both magnet hospitals. Ochsner just aquired magnet status from what I've heard. I live in the N.O. metro area but many of my co-workers...

  24. How are working conditions for RN's post Katrina

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to mytoon38's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    Hey mytoon, Sorry you are missing home right now. I couldn't imagine leaving, even though it is a little rough right now. The hospitals that are open are pretty busy. I don't know what area you work...

  25. Adult change to peds ER help

    ItsyBitsySpider replied to errn1968's topic in Pediatric

    Welcome to peds! I don't ever use the rigid caths on boys. It could potentially cause damage and there is just too much maneuvering and, ouch! The 5/6 FR feeding tubes work better every single time....