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Hi all, I was wondering if anybody knew if it is within the scope of practice of an FNP to provide prenatal and postnatal care AND do the actual deliver. I read a snippet of something that mentioned FNP's could do homebirths with specialized training...anybody any knowledge of this? Many thanks

Hi, I've been working in postpartum for a few months and love it. I have 345346 questions but I will limit this post to one...maybe two! Edema in the postpartum period is the main focus of this post - I have searched my books and online and can't find too much information. - Is pittiing edema in the lower and upper extermities (bilateral) considered "normal" in the postpartum period? - I understand it can be associated with preeclampsia. I really want to know more about the pathophysiology behind that if anybody has a resource.. - Can you suggest any other nursing interventions other than elevation of the extremity? I've read to increase fuids too to flush it out? Ambulation? - What assesments should I do to rule out any serious problems? (Listen for crackles to rule out pulmonary edema, check swelling is bilateral and homan's sign to r/o DVT, ask about headache & check blood pressure to r/o eclampsia...) - How long does the swelling usually take to go away? Huge huge thanks to any of you who are willing to share your time and expertise!

We have 2 volunteers - one is a lady who gives us massages...I love her! The other is a younger lady (about 16 years old) who mainly does filing. Although you post has made me think to ask her if she'd like to do something else as well... Since you're a nursing student I imagine you would get more patient contact.

Hi, I've been working in postpartum for a few months and love it. I have 345346 questions but I will limit this post to one...maybe two! Edema in the postpartum period is the main focus of this post - I have searched my books and online and can't find too much information. - Is pittiing edema in the lower and upper extermities (bilateral) considered "normal" in the postpartum period? - I understand it can be associated with preeclampsia. I really want to know more about the pathophysiology behind that if anybody has a resource.. - Can you suggest any other nursing interventions other than elevation of the extremity? I've read to increase fuids too to flush it out? Ambulation? - What assesments should I do to rule out any serious problems? (Listen for crackles to rule out pulmonary edema, check swelling is bilateral and homan's sign to r/o DVT, ask about headache & check blood pressure to r/o eclampsia...) - How long does the swelling usually take to go away? Huge huge thanks to any of you who are willing to share your time and expertise!

sorry I should have said "accelerated BSN course"...

Hi, I love OB too! I just nursing school in August and now work on a postpartum unit and the regular nursery. In a few months I'll be cross trained to L&D and eventually I would also really like to get to know the NICU...so like you, I want to cover all areas as I love it all! To begin, you just need your RN license (which you get from either the associate degree or BSN pathway) then you can apply for an RN job in the OB field. I looked for a job that would cross-train me to different departments. After that, you may choose to specialize further with your education by doing a women's health Nurse practioner program, midwifery, or another type of masters. Good luck!

There is another accelerated degree program in Bronxville, Westchester (30 mins on the train from Grand Central) at Concordia College. I did the accelerated program at Pace and did my pre-reqs at BMCC (community college). The course at Pace is kind of mixed - there are some outstanding professors who you will learn so much from and some not so great. The fees are way too high though. Last time I checked, Concordia College was cheaper - just a bit of a commute from Manhattan.

Hi All, Just incase anybody ends up searching for info about this -- I now have the official answer from the UK. At the moment they will not accept RNs from accelerated degree programs. They did however mention that this may change in the future depending on nursing shortages. Thanks

Hi, I would love to have that document too. I'm in the process of making my own but it is taking forever to format! Sorry, I can't work out how to PM on this site... Thanks

Hey, I can't say for sure if this thing works but it seemed to for my two friends and I. We took the NCLEX in DC and VA and the site wouldn't let it re-register, the next day we found out we passed. Helped relieve some anxiety but they not sure if it still would have been the same had we failed... Anyway, if you're reading this and about to take the NCLEX I'm sure you've studied your a** of and will be just fine!

Hi, I am in the same boat as you and I'm really interested in getting this certification but I'm confused about the process - did you get any more info on how to earn the modality hours? Thanks

Thank you for your reply. Do you know which other countries don't accept the accelerated degree? I was hoping to work in Australia, New Zealand, and maybe Canada at some point....

Hey there, I used to be feel the same - and I know everyone in my clincal group was the same. There are not many people who are born eager to clean poo! My first "poo experience" was in a nursing home and it was quite easy. The lady used the toilet and I cleaned her after with tissue, just as I would myself. Most of the elderly patients there pooped very little due to age, meds, etc. The real challenge came when I was assigned to a medsurg unit where most patients were catatonic and had diarrhea. Most of them also were on contact precautions so we were able to use surgical masks which can help mask the smell. You will definitely get over this. Obviously its not appropriate to wear a mask in other situations but you could use other tricks in the beginning like rubbing some kind of medicated balm/scented perfume around your nose before enter the room, until you feel better about this. A couple of people in our clincial group used tiger balm on their temples. You'll be fine and I'm sure there are others feeling the same of you who will appreciate your post. Good luck!

I have been in touch with the NMC (nursing authority in the UK) - I just want to let those of you know who may also be researching this that at the moment the UK DOES NOT accept graduates of a BSN course. They consider the program too short. However, the people I spoke with say this may change in the future.

Hi, Wow I've found a whole wealth of information on this forum - thank you! I couldn't find anything on my little problem though...I am about to take the NCLEX in either DC and after a few years will probably work in developing countries for several years before returning to the US. Can I renew my DC RN licence from overseas? (I am not a US citizen). Also, do you think experience in the charity sector in developing countries will help/not help me find a job when I return to the US? - I plan to work in community health/maternal child health (I don't need visa sponsorship, I can work through my hubby's work visa). Thank you so much for reading