Charmander

Charmander

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  1. The ability to see a patient, especially a comatose patient as a human being is a blessing. Many times we try to shut that part of us out, thinking it will make us a more objective and therefore a...
  2. Pregnant...4 weeks...advice on sharing news at work.

    talk to your charge nurse, let her know it's still early and your not ready to share the news yet, but help with appropriate assignments would be appreciated. most people are willing to accommodate...
  3. Pregnant...4 weeks...advice on sharing news at work.

    talk to your charge nurse, let her know it's still early and your not ready to share the news yet, but help with appropriate assignments would be appreciated. most people are willing to accommodate...
  4. Occurrence In Idaho

    lets hope this mess gets cleared up soon. Lets also hope that a professional RN / expert witness is called to testify as to the expected course of renal failure and how hospice is designed and...
  5. I think a bit of caring is necessary, but you have to define caring... Do I fawn over my patients, delving into deep histories of their cats and mom's neighbor who has amazing roses?? no. Do I care...
  6. I really need advice!

    Sometimes you can hook up with the resource nurse and help put out 'fires', or help when unit's get slammed in all the units throughout the hospital, it's a good way to check out different areas....
  7. Bolus IVP followed by IV infusion

    lidocaine.... 1 - 1.5 mg / kg bolus (max of 3 mg / kg bolus dose) followed by drip at 2 - 4 mg / min
  8. IV saline/hep lock

    your correct.... usually checking the patency of the line is part of your med administration record, it would read something like NS flush 0700 q 12 hours... or something like that... when you...
  9. Iv help pleeeeeasssssee!!!!

    if your in an ER.... I'd ask one of the medics after they've dropped off a patient for some tips. (I assume you have already asked your preceptor, or unit educator for help) Medics start IV's in all...
  10. Something else to think of is the job market in your area. Are there jobs for CNA's and EMT's?? Check out the pay and time commitment. In many areas, EMT's volunteer... so if you looking to get...
  11. IV question-air and tubing

    first the easy question.... that tube left to the patient so you can change out? about 3 - 6 inches long? Extension set or tubing. The second part, first review your technique- as a previous poster...
  12. What is normal / typical?

    most states have an assisted living, nursing home, senior citizen or long term care ombudsman, who basically is the 'people's representative'. they have the connections and resources to make things...
  13. TEAS entrance exam

    as I remember, it's basic science- just study the review book you'll be fine....
  14. Moms who have made it through nursing school!

    Do it. Do it. You will be such a better mother and provider as a nurse. School is temporary and your kids will be inspired by your accomplishments (when they're older... :). Job security, great...
  15. I Need RN Opinions Please.

    I did an accelerated BSN while working full time, married, delivered baby #2 over our summer 3 week break and graduated with honors..... I didn't plan the baby part... I don't recommend that taking my...
  16. Career change advice

    as far as ASN vs BSN in who's 'more' of an RN??? I don't know that there's an answer for that. I would comment from the hiring point of view that most hospital HR departments get to collect and rank...
  17. IV Calculator for a PDA

    my favorite is ICU/ER toolbox from MedicalWizards.com you can do a free trial then it has an option to buy... there's a bunch to choose from. I have a palm treo with palm OS... works great AND most...
  18. Questions from a Paramedic seeking career path input.

    Hello- I would suggest working in a busy ground EMS system for at least 3 solid years prior to transitioning to air (honestly 5 is better) and doing good research on the program you are looking to...
  19. BSu nursing student-to-be with questions

    BSU has student health insurance which if you don't have any chronic problems is great. On-campus clinic staffed with NP's, PA's and MD's. for the price compared to private insurance it's totally...
  20. Relocating to Boise

    Hope you found a job, seems like slim pickings lately, but should turn around soon. Local hospitals in Boise are St. Alphonsus - (http://www.sarmc.org) St. Luke's (http://www.stlukesonline.com)...
  21. Apollo College RN bridge program

    I would suggest... and just a suggestion... that you check very carefully the accreditation of any nursing program. NLN, NLNAC or other national accrediting body. Not just accreditation as a...
  22. BSu nursing student-to-be with questions

    Welcome to Boise... you'll now and forever be a BRONCO!! Boise is great, bring a bike, hiking shoes and camping gear. There are quite a few yoga studio's, several near campus. We are not all back...
  23. boise state

    Hey everyone who's looking- ISU's fast track program is fantastic, it's in Boise, the faculty are really interested in our success, and it's really well respected. Oh did I mention the 100% NCLEX...