TiffyRN BSN, PhD

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    So 39 weeks is the full term cut off now?

    TiffyRN replied to perfexion's topic in Ob/Gyn

    It's kind of a nerdy statistical hair-splitting thing. Statistical significance merely means there is a low likelihood that any difference is a true difference as opposed to mere variation one might...
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    So 39 weeks is the full term cut off now?

    TiffyRN replied to perfexion's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Yes! Potentially very biased. I guess it would be unethical to randomize all 39 weekers and 41 weekers and induce them regardless. I'm sure the researchers will assure us that they are going to be...
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    RT vs. RN? Is RT a useless profession?

    TiffyRN replied to AspiringRN27's topic in Nursing Career

    First of all, not s useless profession. Everyone has value in the healthcare team. In my current environment, I utilize the RTs mainly as equipment techs. They are the ones in charge of bringing,...
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    So 39 weeks is the full term cut off now?

    TiffyRN replied to perfexion's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Another annoying NICU nurse here. For me it's not just lung development but also brain development. There are many images out there showing brain development at 35/36 weeks versus 40. The best place...
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    Quest for more cash, what are my options as an RN?

    TiffyRN replied to mhy12784's topic in General Nursing

    Nights/Weekend shifts adds something like $15/hr to my base due to me committing to being a "weekend" person. Pushed me into 6 figures last year with minimal on call shifts (I give as many of those...
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    Nursing Dose

    TiffyRN replied to guest449786's topic in Patient Medications

    Not in the NICU. Well, on a rare occasion I have known someone to overlook a super minuscule variance in a dose. For example, infant ordered 0.18 mg morphine which comes 2mg/ml. Some might overlook...
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    My first case of NEC

    TiffyRN replied to boardchic's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Since we went to all human milk for micros we just don't see so much NEC. What we are able to notice now is the association with
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    Late for work excuses

    TiffyRN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Yea, I think I'd have either found some way to keep the cat away from the carpet (roll it up, close a door, put down plastic) or use another excuse. From an animal lover and lifetime owner of cats,...
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    My first case of NEC

    TiffyRN replied to boardchic's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    The evil demon NEC came and snatched another one from us. I walked by the empty bedspace a few hours ago and it almost ripped my heart out. As always; nicest family in the world. Well to...
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    Is there a CLINICAL DNP?

    TiffyRN replied to PG2018's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    I can't speak to where you would obtain enhanced clinical practice, but the PhD should provide substantial scientific education. My program so far has been extremely heavy on critical appraisal of...
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    Can you succeed in BSN programs without Chemisty?

    TiffyRN replied to meganthe's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    There was some basic chemistry in my A&P. Was not required for my ADN; of course that was in the previous century. My RN to BSN didn't require it either and I finished that 18 months ago. My...
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    What are your pet peeves?

    TiffyRN replied to forgop's topic in Emergency

    You're new around here. . . . I like
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    What are your pet peeves?

    TiffyRN replied to forgop's topic in Emergency

    Love it, please tell me you've actually said this!! Such a heartless and rude ER nurse thing to say!! (Where's that sarcasm font
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    Bedpan? Why not a Poise pad?

    TiffyRN replied to TryVeganToday's topic in General Nursing

    Hi DCBW!! As a NICU nurse I can assure you it is quite possible to determine UOP from a poise pad or diaper (which I use in the context of infant care, so please no attacks on that term). Also, if...
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    Annual Physical - Does Your Job Require This?

    TiffyRN replied to seconddegreebsn's topic in General Nursing

    Nobody beats what my employer asks for. . . A multi-page survey asking if you have had any of the following conditions including: Heart disease HTN Fibromyalgia Bleeding disorders Arthritis Any of...
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    Is getting my RN at a technical college a bad idea?

    TiffyRN replied to DanielStern's topic in General Students

    Once more, since your plans have CRNA school up there, you will need to make sure the BSN program you choose has a good success rate where you apply. WGU poses issues for some graduate programs as it...
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    Is getting my RN at a technical college a bad idea?

    TiffyRN replied to DanielStern's topic in General Students

    Cause they can have it now!!! No wait. I can see the desperation though as I've heard many CA colleges do admissions on a lottery, so not even stellar grades are going to up your chances of getting...
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    giving D50 for hyperkalemia

    TiffyRN replied to NurseT88's topic in Patient Medications

    Yea, last time I did that was SOOOO long ago cause we don't do this in NICU. To emphasize how long ago, I was instructed by a dialysis nurse that I should poke both the needles (yes, that would be...
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    Is getting my RN at a technical college a bad idea?

    TiffyRN replied to DanielStern's topic in General Students

    So though I am not experienced as in having your exact situation, going to a technical school for ADN in Cali, I could say it's going to be hard to find too many experienced nurses who have attended...
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    Is getting my RN at a technical college a bad idea?

    TiffyRN replied to DanielStern's topic in General Students

    Here's a thread about your proposed school:
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    Is getting my RN at a technical college a bad idea?

    TiffyRN replied to DanielStern's topic in General Students

    Just be sure the colleges you are looking at for BSN completion will take your non-nursing courses. Otherwise you are wasting all the effort other than your nursing courses. If you have checked it out...
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    Do patients know a "good nurse"?

    TiffyRN replied to NursesRmofun's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Actually I think these two examples are incredibly perceptive. The first one gives credit to the nurse that most might direct to the physician, because he/she ordered the XR & meds. The second is...
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    Late for work excuses

    TiffyRN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Not as a nurse, I was still in school & working in fast food. My roomie & I were headed to our car to go to work (worked together). We turned around when we saw some of our sketchy neighbors...
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    Lpn/looking for online associated degree in nursing

    TiffyRN replied to alaika2003's topic in School, College Programs

    There is Excelsior College out of NY State. There is a forum dedicated to it here on AN because there are many differences between it and other traditional programs. Do not be taken in by companies...
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    Patient has question re: Saline Locks-

    TiffyRN replied to TexasSusan's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, the short tubing in the original link would screw onto an IV catheter. One would also need to attach an hub of some sort to the other end. I'm attaching a link to a typical hub used nowadays....