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  1. Pharmacologic management of placenta previa?

    AssociateDegree replied to tsm007's topic in Ob/Gyn

    The only other things I can think of are iron supplements for anemia and stool softeners to combat constipation (caused by the iron supplements and immobility [although current research states that...

  2. Rural L&D struggling. Any advice?

    AssociateDegree replied to OBERrural's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Go to YouTube and search for "nitrous oxide labor.". Since the re-introduction of NO to the US, many facilities are working on getting it or have already gotten it. Consumers are out there looking to...

  3. Rural L&D struggling. Any advice?

    AssociateDegree replied to OBERrural's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Offer nitrous oxide for labor analgesia. Offer water

  4. Misdemeanor Advice

    AssociateDegree replied to jt269408's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I see from your previous posts that you have not yet completed nursing school. If you go on the BON website, there are a couple of pages about a criminal past and whether or not a person is eligible...

  5. Overweight and losing!!!

    AssociateDegree replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    Actually, I've seen the opposite. By the time our students walk into their pinning ceremony, many (most) are at least 15-25 pounds heavier than when they began the program. Sometimes it is difficult...

  6. Getting Recognized by Former Patients On The Street

    AssociateDegree replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    Law enforcement

  7. The "Q" Word and Other Mysteries

    AssociateDegree replied to Liddle Noodnik's topic in Nursing Humor

    From the world of OB: Never erase the last patient's name off of the "board.". If you do, the gods will see you aren't busy and every woman within a 50 mile radius will go into

  8. Breastfeeding a Baby with Down's Syndrome

    AssociateDegree replied to DebbiHuckabyFoss's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am not sure why you are having difficulty finding resources. Google "breastfeeding Down Syndrome" and lots of resources appear. In addition, you should try the LLL site, Dr. Jack Newman's site,...

  9. Help PLEASE!!

    AssociateDegree replied to avydawn's topic in Nurses Recovery

    No one here can give you legal advice. You should contact a lawyer with experience dealing with consent agreements/BON

  10. Students for Fall 2014 Tri-C program?

    AssociateDegree replied to Bubbly26's topic in Ohio Nursing

    The College only receives the Hesi scores once a month. I do not know when in the month that is, but you could contact them and find

  11. Why NOT private??

    AssociateDegree replied to MssNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Please do not confuse "private" schools with "for-profit" ones. While there are certainly some good for-profit schools, there are a number that have just sprung up in the wake of the "nursing...

  12. HELP! New grad, can't find job in COLUMBUS, OH!

    AssociateDegree replied to kkad22's topic in Ohio Nursing

    You'll get more answers if you post this in the Ohio

  13. Any Nursing Students for Spring 2014 for Tric?? Cuyahoga Community College

    AssociateDegree replied to Mimi524's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Evening lectures typically begin at 1700. Clinicals in the modified evening/weekend program can begin as early as 1500 during the week or can begin as early as 0700 for a weekend clinical. I think...

  14. Stupid Nurse Tricks (Or How To Look Incredibly Stupid)

    AssociateDegree replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Students can apply for a "special circumstances" readmission if there are extenuating circumstances, such as a parent's death, a medical issue, etc. She felt she should be granted that, but failed to...

  15. What is a contemporary health issue?

    AssociateDegree replied to Tammy90's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    No. The contemporary health issue would relate to the disease process. So, for example, you might want to do a search for news relating to T1, such as the increase in the number of children being...

  16. Stupid Nurse Tricks (Or How To Look Incredibly Stupid)

    AssociateDegree replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Had a student call in sick for 2 clinical days, only to find out she went skiing in Colorado. Student broke her leg on the slopes. Had to be removed from nursing program for dishonesty. Student had...

  17. Has anyone taken care of a celeb?

    AssociateDegree replied to anon456's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

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  18. Students for Fall 2014 Tri-C program?

    AssociateDegree replied to Bubbly26's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Please remember that Tri-c closed for the last week of 2013, plus a couple of days were lost due to the weather. Since classes begin tomorrow, the office staff has been focused on getting the current...

  19. I've failed NCLEX-RN 3 times and need advice

    AssociateDegree replied to bugbear_doodlebug's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have you considered having an evaluation with an educational psychologist to unveil any learning issues or test anxiety? Their help can be of great

  20. Suggestions, please!!

    AssociateDegree replied to JLB1215's topic in General Students

    You could look into the NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program), becoming a certified lactation educator/specialist (this is not the same thing as becoming a lactation consultant), or doula training....

  21. Nurse educator AND FNP..need advice!

    AssociateDegree replied to prettyRN4's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

  22. I can't work at the VA hospital when I graduate!

    AssociateDegree replied to El_blanco's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I am in a different state and I know nothing about the VA system, but: 1. Please do not confuse board approval with accreditation. Your school is fully approved by the New Mexico BON, which means...

  23. Any Nursing Students for Spring 2014 for Tric?? Cuyahoga Community College

    AssociateDegree replied to Mimi524's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I know that it's tempting to want a clinical site near your home, but one of the best things about nursing school is that you have a chance to see how lots of different hospitals care for

  24. job market for new grads-Cleveland

    AssociateDegree replied to vitalsignz's topic in Ohio Nursing

    They have hired new grads from Tri-C in the

  25. Any Nursing Students for Spring 2014 for Tric?? Cuyahoga Community College

    AssociateDegree replied to Mimi524's topic in Ohio Nursing

    The nursing program is in the process of reviewing all syllabi to make sure they follow a standard format (something done frequently) and will post them once that's been completed. Spring syllabi are...