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    Lovenox question.

    donsterRN replied to LuVnLpN08's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the previous posters... For a STAT order of 80 mg, and if all I had were 40's, I wouldn't have hesitated to give the two injections. I'd explain it to the patient and give it...
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    What is the most you've worked (days) without having a day off?

    donsterRN replied to Nightingale11's topic in General Nursing

    Way, way back a long time ago (when IV bottles and chest tube containers were made of glass...), I worked for 14 days straight (8-hour evening shifts) as a nursing assistant while I was in college....
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    Questions about shift differentials

    donsterRN replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    Most of the people on my floor work 12 hr shifts; 7p-7a is paid at a 14% differential. It equals about $3.25/hr
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    Can you get into nursing school with a D for A&P1?

    donsterRN replied to ryangogogo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Like the other responders, my feeling is that a grade of "C" or better will be her ticket into a nursing program. Any program I've researched has had that particular requirement. It makes sense,...
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    pH Acid Base question

    donsterRN replied to dbarnes2's topic in General Nursing

    I've never heard of that. I'm not saying your instructor is wrong, but I do disagree. The respiratory mechanism (PCO2) is seriously elevated, and the pH is on the acidic side of normal. I guess...
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    I passsed the nclex pn!!!

    donsterRN replied to Brandi124's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    What awesome news ... many congratulations! I wish you much good luck and success in your nursing
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    Am i too old to start aiming for a nursing career

    donsterRN replied to rompril's topic in General Nursing

    I'm very happy that you made the decision you did!!! Too old? Don't ever say that again!!! I graduated this past May at the ripe old age of 51... If I can do it, you can do it. So, do it! And I...
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    I really, really, really can't stand female nurses.

    donsterRN replied to Slobgob's topic in Men in Nursing

    You know, I understand that the OP is venting. But I cannot believe that engaging in stereotyping a huge percentage of the nursing workforce is an appropriate method of doing that. I think we invite...
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    Can I work in other state with my Nebraska LPN license

    donsterRN replied to sweetlady10's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    You'll need to be licensed by the state in which you practice. Contact the BON in the state in which you intend to practice to find out the
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    Why "assuming" doesnt work--- funny

    donsterRN replied to MELY13's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, I can just see it!!! Thanks for the
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    Just a vent about nursing school

    donsterRN replied to hiddencatRN's topic in General Students

    It does get better. Right now, you're just getting the foundational stuff. I remember being tested on Benner's stages of proficiency and thinking... are they serious? They were, and I learned the...
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    Health advice

    donsterRN replied to Beebop25's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry. The Terms of Service (TOS) of this site state that the membership cannot provide health advice. Please see your primary healthcare provider to obtain the answers you seek. Thanks, and...
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    Which NCLEX book do you recommend?

    donsterRN replied to icureu's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Your NCLEX exam will be uniquely yours, drawn from thousands of available questions. No one can tell you with any certainty what to concentrate on, because no one's examination will be like yours....
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    Helicopter Crash in SC

    donsterRN replied to TiggerBelly's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    I am so sorry for the loss of life; it is indeed very tragic. They, and all who loved them, will be in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for telling us about
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    How much math is in nursing school??????

    donsterRN replied to spacecitygroover's topic in General Students

    This is an EXCELLENT
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    Anatomy before Chemistry?

    donsterRN replied to ktran's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took Chemistry during a summer session, and then took A&P 1 the following fall. That worked out well, because some of A&P recalls Chemistry. In A&P you'll learn about cellular growth,...
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    The Nclex is very very hard.

    donsterRN replied to nursing291's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    How wonderful... many, many congratulations to you!!! I know the anxiety and fear, and I know the relief! Much good luck to you in your
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    How much math is in nursing school??????

    donsterRN replied to spacecitygroover's topic in General Students

    Don't be scared; the math in school is very doable. And yes, you do need to know it. It's nothing on the scale of calculus; basic skills and foundational algebra will suit you fine. You'll need to...
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    Starting School Jan 2010, after 2 years of work!!

    donsterRN replied to DaveLRN12's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I believe that most programs do require CPR certification prior to your being admitted to the clinical site. Probably not a bad idea to get that out of the way now. Much good luck to all of
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    What's in your pocket(s)?

    donsterRN replied to AllieSparksRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'm an RN on a tele unit. Emptying my pockets would show pens, alcohol swabs, my "brains", a phone, prefilled NS and Heparin syringes, latex gloves and Altoids. Sometimes tape, but I usually keep...
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    Anyone here that is in their 50's and going to school for Nursing?

    donsterRN replied to chesneyone's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I graduated this past May at the age of 51. Do
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    Gay male nurse stereotype?

    donsterRN replied to greygooseuria's topic in Male Nursing Students

    well, on behalf of all of the gay, green, muslim nurses...
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    Male nurses: Are we welcome?

    donsterRN replied to Leonardo Del Toro's topic in Male Nursing Students

    It is true that we stand out and our presence is noticed! However, I can genuinely say that my life as an RN on the telemetry unit at my facility has been very enjoyable and not at all related to my...
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    Math Help Once More

    donsterRN replied to Quidam's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The drop factor is relevant if your answer needs to be reported in gtts/min instead of
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    what was your favorite part of clinical during nursing school?

    donsterRN replied to ErinDel's topic in General Nursing

    I really liked all of my clinicals. I was less fond of OB and Peds, but I learned in all of them. During my last year, we had the chance to float through some specialty areas for several shifts. I...