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Hi. I'm a new grad and I'm about to start my first job as an LPN on a med-surg floor. I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on what to expect and maybe some tips for time management/organization. Anything to help me prepare would be greatly appreciated.:wink2:

When I was in class we used a book called "Nursing Diagnosis Manual". Its great. It has definitions of the nursing diagnosis you chose, risk factors for the diagnosis, actions/interventions, goals, etc. Anyway, here are a few of the priorities/goals for a patient at risk of falling. 1. Goal: Implement needed interventions and safety devices. Rationale: To manage various conditions that could contribute to falling, and to promote safe environment for individual and others. Example: Situate bed to enable client to exit toward his/her stronger side whenever possible. Assist with transfers and ambulation; show client ways to move safely. Provide/instruct in use of mobility devices and safety devices, like grab bars and call lights/personal assistance systems. Encourage use of treaded slippers, socks and shoes, and maintain non-skid floors and floor mats. Clear environment of hazards like obstructing furniture, small items on the floor, electrical cord, throw rugs. I hope this helped.