NSALVADORE

NSALVADORE

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  1. Could impaired breastfeeding be a primary Nanda for a c-section patient?

    NSALVADORE replied to NewBeee's topic in General Students

    In addition, I think where you pulled the suggestion of mobility issues from is a seperate suggestion for a dx as mobility is often an issue for a post op section as it can be VERY difficult to...

  2. Could impaired breastfeeding be a primary Nanda for a c-section patient?

    NSALVADORE replied to NewBeee's topic in General Students

    The difficulty nursing doesn't have to do with mobility.. Difficulty nursing is a problem all it's own but it's worsened because often you have to position the baby in special ways to avoid putting...

  3. A horrible Day in 4th semester

    NSALVADORE replied to caewelike's topic in General Students

    I would have said, "that is the LEAST constructive remark I've ever heard and hope you never say that to any other student ever" And yes I'd definitely ask him/her why they feel that way. I hope you...

  4. IV in the forearm = no BP??

    NSALVADORE replied to Rocker's topic in General Students

    Agreed with some of the above posters, it is best NOT to whether fluids are running or not. Reason being that I know is comfort and risk of dislodging. Unsure of any other rationale. Disagree with...

  5. Could impaired breastfeeding be a primary Nanda for a c-section patient?

    NSALVADORE replied to NewBeee's topic in General Students

    It all depends on the patient.. Take me for example, mobility and pain were NOT an priority at all luckily. However Breastfeeding was a struggle with my second child. Breastfeeding issues, especially...

  6. Will Vo Tech Help?

    NSALVADORE replied to ljx541's topic in General Students

    Absolutely!!!! CNA experience will definitely help you when it comes to nursing school! Go for it

  7. Passed my bp check off this morning!!!

    NSALVADORE replied to ohcomeon's topic in General Students

    That's great!!!!!! I agree with the poster who said never get dependent on machines!!! I don't trust them and always prefer to take my own :) The more you practice the better you'll

  8. Sick of RNs not believing patients about pain

    NSALVADORE replied to Rylee2008's topic in General Students

    Of course I don't know what type of surgery the patient had but.. At one day post op, staying on top of the pain is usually advisable! Regardless.. As nurses we treat the patients pain. The only...

  9. Which program to study

    NSALVADORE replied to amanda1266's topic in General Students

    I agree with the previous poster! Depending on the school, 1 or 2 semesters you can test for your CNA and then you do that for the experience while continuing for your RN and you won't have to take...

  10. What are my other options with a nursing degree?

    NSALVADORE replied to Katholley's topic in General Students

    There are soooo many other options out there, BUT, assessing will ALWAYS be something you will need to be comfortable with!! I'm thinking maybe you need to look at why your bored.. Do you completely...

  11. How much is too much.

    NSALVADORE replied to pushing_thru's topic in General Students

    My class is small and over the past year and a half we've become pretty close, we're all pretty much facebook friends! It has been pretty convenient at times when I have questions about assignments or...

  12. Psych Clinical Worries

    NSALVADORE replied to izzycatswimRN's topic in General Students

    My experience was interesting to say the least! I was assigned one patient who Id have to do my paper on and I spend a good amount of time observing and talking to. We'd also mingle and talk to many...

  13. An OB question

    NSALVADORE replied to Guerilla04's topic in General Students

    Yeah more info needed.. And if it is mom? I didn't do my OB rotation, my assumption would to make sure she tolerates it as you can get sick to stomach during/after birth however after my lady partsl...

  14. Wound care assessment acronym help dddreeesssss

    NSALVADORE replied to Mom25Girls's topic in General Students

    I have no idea what it stands for but here are some ideas just from experience assessing them... Dimensions Drainage Depth Rate pain Exudate Edges Epithelialization Size Shape...

  15. RN thinking about going back to school

    NSALVADORE replied to whoaitschrista's topic in General Students

    You'll have to look into individual programs.. Some masters programs will let you transfer as an RN meaning BSN not

  16. Anyone have anything positive to say about nursing school?

    NSALVADORE replied to AllThingsPink's topic in General Students

    I am half way through a 3 year program and I will tell you I LOVE it!! It is hard work, of course, life isn't always fair, of course!!! That's what I expected though! Clinicals are great, I've...

  17. Which rotation are you just hating?

    NSALVADORE replied to mammac5's topic in General Students

    I absolutely hated psych!! I found it so

  18. hello.. just need to hear your voices pls...

    NSALVADORE replied to beans_bale's topic in General Students

    Absolutely all 3

  19. Best Stethoscope for Nursing Students

    NSALVADORE replied to Connie1109's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    The littmann lightweight is a good one to start with, it's only 44.99 on Allheart.com. There are cheaper ones, they do the job but when it comes to assessing lung sounds and the heart I do find the...

  20. Sleeping Habits

    NSALVADORE replied to contactimprov09's topic in General Students

    I'd avoid napping after class, that's only going to HELP you stay up later. Exercise is good, you just don't want to do it too late, at least 3 hours before going to bed. It's helpful to try to do it...

  21. How to study for med/surg

    NSALVADORE replied to shjoll's topic in General Students

    Everyone is different of course with their studying but for me it's helpful to break each disease down into signs/symptoms, treatment, potential complications, teaching, and Anything else *unique* to...

  22. Pain assessment patient scenario... Confused & need a litlte help.

    NSALVADORE replied to jcolli01's topic in General Students

    Chronic pain is a great priority considering how high her pain level is and it's impairing her daily living and Knowledge deficit is something to think about considering that she "doubles" her...

  23. Nurses With Fused Spines?

    NSALVADORE replied to ash122's topic in General Students

    Yes Body mechanics during lifting and repositioning is something that they taught us early on! And trust me, I never feel ashamed or too proud to grab a hand to move or reposition someone! I have a...

  24. Nurses With Fused Spines?

    NSALVADORE replied to ash122's topic in General Students

    I don't see any reason why you should have to disclose it! If you use proper body mechanics you should be just fine!! Good luck in your

  25. Uniform badges: which sleeve?

    NSALVADORE replied to krimicrat's topic in General Students

    Mines