tainted1972

tainted1972 ASN, RN

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  1. Ethical (?) Dilemma?

    tainted1972 replied to flashpoint's topic in General Nursing

    The nurse being trained knew she was being trained for night shift. So it is pretty much her problem. If she could not handle nights she should not have applied for the position in the first place....

  2. Wound Dressing

    tainted1972 replied to agrj's topic in General Nursing

    Usually surgeons like to do the first dressing change and will then write an order for the nurses to do the other ones. Every once in a while you will get a surgeon who wants to change all the...

  3. IF I Don't get into Nursing School Should I go for LPN first?

    tainted1972 replied to mamaxmaria's topic in LPN to RN

    I chose to become an LPN first so I could begin making money sooner. I also found that it is much easier to get into an RN program if you are already an LPN. And it is very simple to get into an LPN...

  4. How do you deal with an ignorant co-worker? Humble me with your advice, nurses!

    tainted1972 replied to Hellostudentnurssee's topic in General Nursing

    [quote I tend to be rude so I give myself time for it to "hit" me, then I attack. I avoided and ignored her the whole day but she tried getting my attention by smiling at me. I sensed her uneasiness...

  5. how long should you wait before returning to school?

    tainted1972 replied to sophie<3's topic in General Nursing

    The math really is not that bad. There are formulas that you have to memorize and the actual math consists of addition, subtraction multiplying and dividing. ... The best part... you get to use a...

  6. Would like input

    tainted1972 replied to eyeball's topic in General Nursing

    I could not imagine quitting a job without having another one lined up first. 1. I could not survive without the income. 2. I would not want a gap on my

  7. how long should you wait before returning to school?

    tainted1972 replied to sophie<3's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with everyone else, go for it as soon as possible. Do not wait. I waited for 20

  8. Accepted into two different health career programs...what to do?

    tainted1972 replied to pixieclipper's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing offers a wide range of opportunities, and not all nursing positions are stressful. I find nursing to be a grand adventure each and every day! If radiology seems to be something you are truly...

  9. NEED INPUT!! Think this will get me into school?

    tainted1972 replied to hilzaberry's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Do not tell other students, instructors.........Heck, Do not tell anyone that again ... Ever

  10. NEED INPUT!! Think this will get me into school?

    tainted1972 replied to hilzaberry's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think you should just give up the credits that you have earned. Apply to a school and omit any information regarding Phoenix. If you are not going to transfer credits your GPA will not

  11. Whose medication error is it?

    tainted1972 replied to o0nurse0o's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Another thought... lets say that 2 patients came in at the same time from the same facility. The MAR's got mixed up and the same thing happened. In this case it would clearly be the fault of the...

  12. Whose medication error is it?

    tainted1972 replied to o0nurse0o's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    This is definitely a situation that can be learned from. I have been in situations where I had to call 911 for patients and send a copy of the current physicians orders/MAR. Usually things are pretty...

  13. Medication administration, not following the rules

    tainted1972 replied to hotflashion's topic in General Nursing

    in my facility, we sign for the medications when they are pulled, if the med is not given or refused then we circle it. The reason we do it this way is because, what if you get interrupted while...

  14. Speedy med pass

    tainted1972 replied to sbostonRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I pass meds to 22 residents, after passing the same meds to the same residents for a few months, I began to memorize them.. I still look at the MAR but it is just quicker now because I already know...

  15. Need HELP picking the BEST Nursing School!!!!

    tainted1972 replied to sumbee30's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Sorry that I didnt reply sooner, but I did not realize you asked me questions. Tests were given in each class about once a week, not very many quizzes. the program is INTENSE, I quit my job so that...

  16. What supplies/equipment do I have to provide for home health nursing?

    tainted1972 replied to hikern's topic in Home Health

    This topic is very helpful, I am thinking about getting into home healthcare myself. My question is. Is it possible to get reimbursed for these items? Do you claim them on your taxes or just do the...

  17. Stocking up before nursing program starts

    tainted1972 replied to prettyinblu's topic in General Nursing

    My suggestion is to get your home organized. Catch up the laundry and do any projects that you have been putting off, load up the freezer with quick and easy meals. Dont forget to get your car into...

  18. help, failed a nursing program, what can i do next?

    tainted1972 replied to raya's topic in General Nursing

    The biggest thing that I would personally worry about is financial aid, if you were getting any type of loans you may not be able to get any more until you pay what you owe. It should not be a...

  19. What does DNR mean for the caregiver?

    tainted1972 replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in General Nursing

    All of the situations you described are good examples of acute illness, so yes you would call 911. Acute simply means something that happens suddenly and that is new, as opposed to something chronic...

  20. Epidural vs. nature births

    tainted1972 replied to winter_green's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have 3 children, I was induced all three times. The first two I had epidurals very early and had to lay in bed the entire time which I hated. (I was in labor for 21 hours the first time) with...

  21. What would the Easter bunny put in a nurses basket?

    tainted1972 replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    A housekeeper/cook/nanny...........oh wait.. that's what my husband got

  22. Is it ever okay to wear

    tainted1972 replied to TickyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Personally I think that scrubs are a good idea. As nurses we are professionals, on the job we are expected to dress professionally and that means wearing scrubs. So why would it be any different...

  23. Venting G-button/Mic-key Question

    tainted1972 replied to Ms_Bee's topic in General Nursing

    I would ask the family to get a doctors order so you can be sure that you are doing the right thing. I have never vented a mic-key, anytime that I have left it open after a feeding (unintentionally),...

  24. Should Nurses Blow the Whistle?

    tainted1972 replied to Willow Moonsidhe's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Isnt there a way to report things anonymously? If there isnt, then there should be. I think that more nurses would "blow the whistle" if they could do so without giving their personal

  25. Do you sometimes feel like an awful nurse?

    tainted1972 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    I would think that some sort of intervention was needed, based on her blood pressure reading. I would have called the doctor, regardless of weather or not she took her medication. I do not work home...