2bPhD

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1. Advice on research proposal please

   2bPhD replied to Larry's topic in Research

   Larry, You posted almost three years ago. As I am your only response, I am guessing that you couldn't find anyone to do you homework for you. Just wondering.... did you complete the assignment? Did you pass the class???

2. Help with theoretical framework

   2bPhD replied to Great Scott's topic in Research

   Try Bandura's theory of self-efficacy, however he is psych and not nursing. If you are looking for a mid-range nursing theory check out... Smith, M., Lierhr, P. (2003). Middle Rante Theory for Nursing. NY: Springer. Most of these theories, howe...

3. Union, yes or no?

   2bPhD replied to NICUNURSE's topic in General Nursing

   No! If you are unhappy with your employer... resign!

4. Constant Faller

   2bPhD replied to CoffeeRTC's topic in Geriatric

   Why don't you try helping your patient to exercise. When he is climbing out of bed or out of the chair... take him for a walk!!!!!!! Walking with strengthen his muscles, build his endurance and prevent future falls from occuring. TRUST ME IT WORKS...

5. What's up with RNs who refuse to scrub?

   2bPhD replied to stevierae's topic in Operating Room

   After they taught the housekeeping staff how to scrub, the task was no longer considered a skilled nursing technique. After all, anyone can scrub and assist in the OR. Medical students and interns do it all of the time. Nursing time should be devo...

6. pharmacology in nursing school

   2bPhD replied to juji fruit's topic in General Students

   It is part of our program, however students must pass a pharm exam before they can give meds in clinical.

7. tatoos

   2bPhD replied to leh's topic in General Nursing

   Leh, I really need a description of that tat. How foolish is it?

8. Magnet Help

   2bPhD replied to nay537's topic in General Nursing

   Ask the senior nurses for advice and help.

9. use of restraints

   2bPhD replied to kats's topic in CCU

   Remove the restraint, put the bed rail down and walk your patient... even if they are fresh bypass surgery. Radical I know, but it works.

10. DESCRIBE Your IDEAL Nursing Instructor

    2bPhD replied to VickyRN's topic in General Students

    Wow, there is some really good stuff here. I have read every word. I just finished a semester as a clinical instructor with my first group of students. I know that a few of them are lurking on these boards and I would love to hear their input . [...

11. Bullies in the workplace

    2bPhD replied to Milehighnurse's topic in General Nursing

    This sounds like HOSTILE WORK ENVIRONMENT HARASSMENT and it is against the law. It falls under the SEXUAL HARASSMENT laws. You can find plenty of information on the web. If you file a complaint and your supervisor doesn't address the problem then ...

12. never heard of this

    2bPhD replied to blue280's topic in General Nursing

    I had my first (certainly not my only or last) back injury within the first 6 months of my nursing career. I have been lucky and none of my injuries have left me with a permanent injury. I can't say how your friend's back health will turn out, howe...

13. Funerals...is it appropriate to go..........

    2bPhD replied to niteshiftnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Go to the funeral if you feel like you need to say good-by, but don't go because you feel that you owe it to your patient, their family, or your facility. After the funeral, do not "stay in contact" with the family. It is never a good idea for a n...

14. Religion and Nursing

    2bPhD replied to glow_worm's topic in General Nursing

    Three things I never discuss with coworkers or patients: religion, politics, and sexual preference. My personal life does not go to work with me. When others offer personal information to me, I smile and nod, but avoid putting in my 2 cents.

15. Have you ever "caught" anything from your patients?

    2bPhD replied to RN always's topic in General Nursing

    Pneumonia once, and fungal skin infections several times (I think I am susceptible to them).