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    Another heparin protocol...

    nyteshade replied to nyteshade's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Well, the doc ordered a cardiac (ACS) protocol, and pharmacy started it at max rate of 1000 units/hr or 12 units/kg/hr (arbitrary for the protocol). Both figures were listed on MAR for the initial...
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    Another heparin protocol...

    nyteshade replied to nyteshade's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    "If possible, heparin drips should be set based on units/hour or units/kg/hour...not based on the drip rate" I totally agree with you there psu. If pharmacy is putting "increase by 150 units/hr (2...
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    Another heparin protocol...

    nyteshade replied to nyteshade's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    The weight used was 86.4 kg by
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    Another heparin protocol...

    nyteshade replied to nyteshade's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    The math: 12 units/kg/hr + 2 units/hr is 14 units/kg/hr 14 units x 86.4 kg is 1209.6 units/hr 1209.6 units/ hr x 250 ml is 302,400 divided by 25000 units equals 12.096 or 12
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    Another heparin protocol...

    nyteshade replied to nyteshade's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Yes, but the question is regarding what is in the patient's MAR: "If aPTT is 35-45 sec increase rate by 150 units/hr (2 units/kg/hr)" if you simply increase by 150 units/hr the result is 11.5 ml...
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    took my Nclex PN today

    nyteshade replied to pertine_03's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    OP, give it time results take some time to show up online in many states. Good
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    Things you'd LOVE to tell coworkers...and get away with it!

    nyteshade replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    1. Please stop flirting with the dietary staff while I'm trying to give you report. I don't care what you do in your time, but I want to leave. 2. Please eat your breakfast at home! You don't see...
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    Mixture patients on ortho

    nyteshade replied to Jenn-RN2008's topic in Orthopedic

    I'm pretty sure your hospital has a policy on this to show the physician. It's been my experience that docs are not up to speed on things like infection control. I've worked at many hospitals that...
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    need suggestions... laptop or tablet?

    nyteshade replied to Jmoran82's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    OP, I suggest whatever you like as long as you make sure you have Microsoft Office. You will write tons of papers (especially if you are a BSN
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    New grad offered job at Pain Clinic

    nyteshade replied to Peppermint_RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sounds like a nice offer. Good
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    So bitter? So soon?

    nyteshade replied to CP2013's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    OP, I think you are writing nursing off way too fast. How will you ensure going EMT will get you a job? Many ambulance companies are also cutting back. There are immature students everywhere I'm...
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    Is it worth it anymore?

    nyteshade replied to shaniceg's topic in General Students

    OP, don't let something like "personality" turn you off from becoming a doctor if that's what you want. I've been a nurse for 10 years, and I couldn't tell you what a "nurse personality" is or what a...
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    trying to decide what degree to get or what path to take

    nyteshade replied to Rosetyler's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Try a job search for home health pediatric nurse and see what kind requirements you get. Plan based on the job
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    Law school dropout pursuing nursing career

    nyteshade replied to hoosiergator's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    OP, you're right about direct-entry programs...no experience needed. If this is really what you want, then volunteer at a children's hospital. The people who are on admission committees just want to...
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    Too young/ early in life to be in Nursing Program?

    nyteshade replied to futuresctRN's topic in General Students

    OP, your classmates are full of crap. I became a nurse young too. In fact, younger than you (at 18) due to a duel high school/nursing program. No regrets, no second thoughts, move forward, and...
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    Failed NCLEX

    nyteshade replied to bsn3332's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You passed nursing school...don't give up now. Maybe it is time to re-evaulate your study habits? Good
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    I messed up so bad

    nyteshade replied to cincin1222's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    OP, you sound like me. I've been doing this 10 years, am great at my job, but clam up when the interview questions begin. I have found practicing in the mirror, or recording yourself works pretty...
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    Omg! Passed!

    nyteshade replied to PnutButterJelly's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats!
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    Am I making a bad decision or should I stick to the course?

    nyteshade replied to ryanslocklear's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Nursing jobs can still be found in the rural areas of this country. However, you may have to move to another rural area to get your one year experience under your belt. Now, med school is a lot,...
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    May 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    nyteshade replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    RUN!!!! CODE
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    Differences in classes between lpn programs across the states

    nyteshade replied to kjamison's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Each state has it's own requirements as to what satisfies for practical nursing in that state. Not all nursing schools are created equal, but they must meet whatever requirement each state has in...
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    Discouraged

    nyteshade replied to Amylovesnursing's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It's totally normal to feel that way. If you already know you may have some trouble spots (mine was math back in the day) start getting help now. Use this time to your
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    April 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    nyteshade replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Ok student, tell me what Mr. Smith here appears to be suffering
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    I am SO mad.

    nyteshade replied to StudentOfHealing's topic in General Students

    Not only is that unacceptable for nursing school, but there is a chance the facility can see this post and take action. Clinical sites are hard to obtain. If the facility finds out students are...
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    March 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    nyteshade replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    I'm sorry Bob, but you're floating to