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  1. Cobedding.

    kitty29 replied to Preemienurse23's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We do continue to co-bed in our NICU. In fact we just had this talk today in report...sending home a set of twins. They will also co-bed at home. As we understand it the recommendations relate to...

  2. Do you allow rings of any kind in your NICU??? and other infection questions...

    kitty29 replied to NANSNURSE's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    No rings here - this for about three years! I don't think we have any routine for changing Isolette

  3. Just need to talk (long and sad)

    kitty29 replied to Silkiebyrd's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Oh I love that Quote too - always wished I get it for a gift! When I see it next time I'm going to get it for

  4. CCRN-Neonatal CCRN Exam

    kitty29 replied to NICU_babyRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    :)

  5. Withdrawal

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    The little pt is doing much better now what about 3 weeks since I first wrote?! I haven't gotten to care for him tho...What you say regarding some of the doctors...I so agree!!! Sometimes I think we...

  6. Withdrawal

    kitty29 posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Of coorifice I can not be specific...but I have not seen many babys going through withdrawal....how long does this usually take? I have understood that it is painful for the baby in that they are...

  7. CCRN-Neonatal CCRN Exam

    kitty29 replied to NICU_babyRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I am going to try it also...on March 31 - although I've been in this game for a long while; I am totally prepared Not to pass this CCRN test - I just don't do well with tests. For me I avoid taking a...

  8. Caps in the NICU

    kitty29 replied to mauigal's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    OMG...I haven't thought about wearing my nurses cap for Years! I think I gave it to my great niece for Halloween! It was a big deal in the day

  9. Withdrawal

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I want to thank you all for your replies and suggestions. I had been off for a week...the little one is somewhat better - we were able to free up a sepparate room and he's liking that I guess. Whew!...

  10. Withdrawal

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Thanks! Can one use methadone if that is what caused the problem...or do you have to use another narcatic? (I really know nothing about this). And YES with the constipation - we have had to give gly....

  11. Withdrawal

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I have responded individually - but want to thank you all for your advice and suggestions. I also talked to our developmental specialist today and she had the same suggestions regarding a quiet area...

  12. Withdrawal

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I thought about a bath - but he was so unsettled I didn't. Now the day nurse did today but it took over an hour as the little guy was so bad and

  13. Withdrawal

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I know the bouncy seat wouldn't work right now as he can barely handle being held! In our unit a baby has to pass a car seat trial before any type of seat or swing is used. The first night he...

  14. Withdrawal

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I thought sweetease if given too much caused loose stools? Mom was taking high doses of methadone throughout this pregnacy. Today they did give more phenobarbital and it has helped lessen the...

  15. Just need to talk (long and sad)

    kitty29 replied to Silkiebyrd's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Silkiebyrd - I can tell from your note why this family wanted you to be caring for thier baby! I believe when you are not able to feel...well that's the time you should consider leaving the bedside!...

  16. Why isolette covers?

    kitty29 replied to grlgid's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Also gives a signal to others that "This is a quiet

  17. Geez...quit having babies already!!

    kitty29 replied to BittyBabyGrower's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We have been running full or nearly full needing to back transport or move kids to the PICU or Peds Floor for over 5 years...our staff has grown to 90

  18. Do you medicate for intubation?

    kitty29 replied to elizabells's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We try to for all intubations in the unit...Fent. or

  19. nasal suctioning

    kitty29 replied to KimblyRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Same with use - the brand we are using is called: "Neotech Little Sucker Multipurpose Suction Device, Standard Size Catalog #

  20. Anyone else studying for CCRN exam?

    kitty29 replied to deeDawntee's topic in General Nursing

    I am planning taking the CCRN for Neonatal Nursing in March...for better for worse. Been trying to start boning up; I've had all the books for quite a while. If I don't pass, than I have to take one...

  21. Anyone else studying for CCRN exam?

    kitty29 replied to deeDawntee's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I am planning taking the CCRN for Neonatal Nursing in March...for better for worse. Been trying to start boning up; I've had all the books for quite a while. If I don't pass, than I have to take one...

  22. staying awake on night-shift

    kitty29 replied to MsJessikia's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    You are right...I try to stay as balanced as I can and also try to stay away from caffiene...but I am sipping on some black tea right

  23. staying awake on night-shift

    kitty29 replied to MsJessikia's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    YES! I truely don't think I could deal with the "office people" on the day shift anymore...too much

  24. Elitist Attitude?

    kitty29 replied to Neo_Nurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I agree and I wouldn't change my behavior one bit because I defend someone who can not do so for

  25. Help me.... research paper topic?

    kitty29 replied to studentnnp's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I agree; anything to do with bereavement support and/or cultural