Flatbelly

Flatbelly

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  1. USA ADN moving to Quebec - please help

    Flatbelly posted a topic in International Nursing

    I am currently in an ADN program that i will complete in May 2011. My fiance, who holds dual citizenship (Canadian & US) and has been working in the US for the past 6 years, was currently offered...

  2. Posted elsewhere:no response. Tub bath info pls!

    Flatbelly replied to Saralynelle's topic in General Nursing

    This is no easy task. The proper sequence should be: 1. Observing how it is done by someone who has experience. 2. Assisting. 3. Performing under supervision. 4. Performing independently. Looks like...

  3. USA ADN moving to Quebec - please help

    Flatbelly replied to Flatbelly's topic in International Nursing

    clemmm78 thank you so much for clarifying! I browsed through several threads on this forum trying to find concrete info about Quebec nursing, and I agree that it can be confusing. A lot of stuff...

  4. Embarrassing/Clumsy Moments!

    Flatbelly replied to BKCinNOLA's topic in Nursing Humor

    Trying to impress a cute resident I always joke around with a lot, I entered a pt's room doing my sexy walk, tripped, crashed into the bed-table, spilled ice water all over the pt's sheets, and fell...

  5. Scary story I heard from some nursing students

    Flatbelly replied to NurseyPoo7's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, I forgot we're stupid as

  6. thug got shot and crying

    Flatbelly replied to C-DIFF PHIL RN's topic in Emergency

    WHERE did the OP state he/she refused care/saving

  7. Know of Any ADN Programs With No Wait List?

    Flatbelly replied to PMFB-RN's topic in General Nursing

    Triton College in Illinois has no waiting list, contrary to popular belief (I fell for the myth myself, luckily was corrected during their nursing information session). If you have a nice GPA, pass...

  8. Middle aged men are such babies!!

    Flatbelly replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    While I agree severe (even moderate pain) can decrease/disable a persons ability to work/think/whatever, I can't help feeling that people today are so afraid of the smallest pain it has become...

  9. Difficult familily members (VENT)

    Flatbelly replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    When diapers have to be changed very often (and no bowel movement is present) I use plain water and gently pat the area dry so to not remove the barrier cream. Frequent use of soap dries and irritates...

  10. Difficult familily members (VENT)

    Flatbelly replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    LOL. Don't let it get to you. I had to deal with a "CNA" who insisted I clean her grandmothers peri area with soap each time the diaper was changed (the pts was on massive ammounts of IV fluids, peed...

  11. What type of family member drives you craziest?

    Flatbelly replied to ShayRN's topic in General Nursing

    The Diaper Lover - insists mom/dad/grandma/grandpa be diapered. Reason: when he/she poops or pees, the bed is a mess. Yeah, like THEY are the ones who clean it up! I personally hate diapers and avoid...

  12. Doctor's Fiancee yelled at me

    Flatbelly replied to QTpie86's topic in General Nursing

    Don't feed the

  13. I suck.

    Flatbelly replied to Virgo_RN's topic in Emergency

    No you

  14. In what department do you not wipe the backside?

    Flatbelly replied to mirgadia05's topic in General Nursing

    While I understand many might not enjoy dealing with feces, I find your post insulting - not to nurses, but to patients. You don't wipe just every butt, you wipe the butts of people who can not do it...

  15. 100% pro-life, considering nursing school

    Flatbelly replied to Beebop25's topic in General Nursing

    well, why not? the topic is interesting, and this happens to be a forum where everyone can throw in their as long as it does not offend

  16. 100% pro-life, considering nursing school

    Flatbelly replied to Beebop25's topic in General Nursing

    Hm, what about complications immediately after an abortion? Or something of entirely different matter - aborted ectopic pregnancies that are life-saving to the pt? I do find it odd you consider caring...

  17. My Father Died Today

    Flatbelly replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    My condolences :redpinkhe I too have lost a father I adored, I know how you

  18. Tossing Your Cookies...

    Flatbelly replied to JasmDasm's topic in General Nursing

    I swear I almost cried my eyes out with laughter. Thank

  19. Things You'd Like To Tell Visitors . . . . and get away with it

    Flatbelly replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    To the daughter stuffing a pt with laxatives: the next time grandma poops on the floor (uses a walker) while trying to get to the bathroom, I'll use YOUR FACE to clean it up. In general to 90% of the...

  20. "Your patient in 520 is in pain!"

    Flatbelly replied to FireStarterRN's topic in General Nursing

    Can't speak for all CNAs in the world, but can explain myself. I sometimes do it because the pt is making it impossible for me to do my job. I've actually had this situation today. Instead of...

  21. Nurses, do you thank your CNA/PCA/Nursing Assistant daily?

    Flatbelly replied to gonzo1224's topic in General Nursing

    Always.

  22. How do your nurse assistants get shift report?

    Flatbelly replied to Riseupandnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Ahhh, I see :) We don't practice CNA to CNA reports on my unit, that's why I misunderstood you,

  23. How do your nurse assistants get shift report?

    Flatbelly replied to Riseupandnurse's topic in General Nursing

    We get verbal reports (I'm a CNA). The idea of report sheets does not appeal to me for a couple of reasons. I often ask for more info while getting a report, as the RN may forget about something...

  24. panic attacks

    Flatbelly replied to tolerantgirl's topic in General Nursing

    GO SEE A DOCTOR! While I wouldn't dream of making a diagnosis, panic attacks coming out of nowhere were among the first symptoms of my sisters' depression. This of course does not have to apply to...

  25. How do you make a good impression when applying for a job in nursing??

    Flatbelly replied to Ms. Nurse Assistant's topic in General Nursing

    I even posted this on the Illinois forum - I too couldn't find a job as a CNA. Other than you, I applied mostly online, most hospitals (several nursing homes too) in the Chicago area make it...