Mavrick BSN, RN

15 years in ICU, 22 years in PACU

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    Frustrated Patient

    Mavrick replied to jojomarie26's topic in General Nursing

    Of course any patient could possibly benefit from further testing depending on what kind of testing you mean, but I don't think this is the real question. I think the OP is the one who is frustrated,...
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    A Feminist Approach to the Opioid Epidemic

    Mavrick replied to Issaiah1332's topic in General Nursing

    OP's big goal is to be published. Ya know, the written equivalent of talking to hear yourself
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    What do you think of 12 hour shifts

    Mavrick replied to RNattie's topic in General Nursing

    It's not the 12 hour shifts or the nights. It's how you adjust to the shift. I used to work Tuesday 9a-9p and Thurs, Friday 6p-6a. EVERY WEEK One day shift and two night shifts. I loved it! I would...
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    What should I do first

    Mavrick replied to Big_Mike's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'll let all the previous posters say it gently. I'll just cut to the chase. The very fact you can't think through the answer to your question makes ME question your critical thinking
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    AF or AFL or Artifact

    Mavrick replied to Dsmcmm's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    "f-waves" originate at random in the atria at a very rapid rate (200-350/min).The ventricles respond at varying intervals depending on when the cells have repolarized and are ready to accept a new...
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    AF or AFL or Artifact

    Mavrick replied to Dsmcmm's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What is an "f-wave"? What does the "S" stand for in NSR? Which line/complexes do you see
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    most non-caring branch of nursing

    Mavrick replied to nursingnurse2b1's topic in General Nursing

    Hey, how did you know I was left
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    Nursing exam

    Mavrick replied to FutureNurse0201's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Based on what you said she said, the key word is AND. Don't do both. If all of the answers are correct, then you can select them all individually or just select the "all of the above" answer by...
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    most non-caring branch of nursing

    Mavrick replied to nursingnurse2b1's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps OP means less care-taking in the form of direct bedside patient care. Because even if you don't take care of patients, you have to care about the work you do. I did audits for an insurance...
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    Can I get in a masters nursing program if I withdrew from a bachelors nursing program?

    Mavrick replied to Sl74's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Well said and a perfect recap of my view on direct entry MSN programs. Not that those people failed anything but they didn't even try to master the basics. The loophole being they can't get student...
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    AF or AFL or Artifact

    Mavrick replied to Dsmcmm's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    top line: NSR with 1 PVC (5th beat) 2nd line: NSR with artifact 3rd line: artifact, NSR, 1 PAC (5th beat) bottom line: NSR. Rate approximately 70. Rhythm is essentially regular except for PVC and...
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    Memorizing drug interactions!

    Mavrick replied to Banana nut's topic in General Students

    Valium IV is always on my radar as a no mix drug. As PP suggested, Dantrolene is a rare orphan drug most people never give (or need to know anything about) I also agree with the over-eager-beaver...
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    I don't enjoy going to clinical

    Mavrick replied to sl0352's topic in General Students

    Adjust your expectations. Whoever said you were to "love" clinicals? It's an observation/learning experience of the most basic kind. I think of it more as placing your hand on a window to see how...
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    CNA in a hospital

    Mavrick replied to Terran22's topic in Nursing Career

    At that age it can make a HUGE amount of difference. Most American 16 year olds do not have the maturity to handle the personal care of an adult. CNAs are not professionals and should not be expected...
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    I need help

    Mavrick replied to Strugglingwnursing's topic in Nursing Career

    You are NOT a hard worker. You are a quitter. You didn't have so much trouble finding a job as keeping one. At 40 you should have a much better sense of yourself than you appear to show in your post....
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    How do I find specific salary/benefit info?

    Mavrick replied to LotusPetals82's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Are you serious about pilfering from your current employer? Do not bring that up in your
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    Seasoned ICU Nurse Lacks Critical Thinking

    Mavrick replied to All4NursingRN's topic in General Nursing

    I was having episodes of nearly falling asleep while I was charting. Then I noticed I was having a really hard time falling and staying asleep at night. Finally connected that with my increased use...
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    list of ICU float residencies?

    Mavrick replied to wildnursebrendan's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Float pool nurses are expected to hit the ground running. They are placed on a unit that is short staffed and won't have time for much of the niceties of a formal orientation. You work with people...
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    Will Nursing be stressful?

    Mavrick replied to Aa1Bb2Cc3's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    And where does your brother get this information? I agree with previous posters that the stress of nursing is more dependent on your response to stress in general rather than nursing being...
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    Discipline on license

    Mavrick replied to ivorygirl623's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    It seems strange that you have a discipline on your license and you haven't even practiced as a
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    Which would you take: Day shift on Med-Surg unit or Night shift in dream job?

    Mavrick replied to Seastar135's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Your choice is not between a day shift or a night shift (as your post title implies). It is between a job offer and a job application. What kind of a gambler are you? What is your back up plan if you...
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    3 DUIs What are my Chances of Being an RN?

    Mavrick replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

    Your chances of getting in/through nursing school = slim. Getting your record past the BON = none. You have not been able to learn from (and stop repeating) your mistakes. This is a serious wake up...
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    Will I Be a Bad Nurse?

    Mavrick replied to MaleSN1996's topic in General Students

    Call the unit when you get home and tell them you forgot to turn the bed alarm on. It's far more useful to have a plan for dealing with those forgetful moments than expect to never forget anything....
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    How did/do you pay for nursing school and expenses? I need some advice.

    Mavrick replied to justSara's topic in General Students

    It's obvious that car expense is killing you. If you didn't know that before, you can sure see it when you write it down. Car's gotta go. Did I mention, you can't afford that car? If you like nice...
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    Dilemma situation! I'm not a nurse, but is this common practice??

    Mavrick replied to Nursing617's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Let's see now. Why do we bother flushing lines? Usually we are talking about IVs which are generally in veins. We flush them with Saline (or used to use 100u/ml Heparin) to keep blood out of the...