synergy89

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1. CCRN Eligibility

   synergy89 posted a topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

   I worked in a step down or progressive care floor for a year. I'm now work in the CTICU. I want to take the CCRN eventually. However, I'm a bit confused on the eligibility requirements. Tne AACN...

2. thinking of dropping out of RN program for Radiologic Technology

   synergy89 replied to mttzakr87's topic in Nursing Career

   Do what you think will make you happy most and you can see yourself doing for many years. Radiology Tech is a very respectable

3. Diluting all IV push medication??

   synergy89 replied to srewer's topic in General Nursing

   Phenergan's pH is 4.0. A 10-fold dilution will result in a negligible change in the pH ( ~+ 0.3). NaCl is the salt of a strong acid and strong base and has a neutral pH. Promethazine is considered a...

4. Diluting all IV push medication??

   synergy89 replied to srewer's topic in General Nursing

   Is diluting pain or cardiac medications even evidenced-based? Or just nurses being too worried? As long as you push at the correct rate and then flush at the same rate of the drug I see no need in...

5. A vet tech as a nurse ?

   synergy89 replied to Trekfan's topic in General Nursing

   There is a difference between a veterinary assistant (no college experience required) and a registered veterinary technician or technologist (which require a 2-4 year degree like a RN is required). As...

6. CRNA Job Shadow Dayton, OH

   synergy89 replied to ShaunMH's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   Have you tried calling any outpatient surgery centers? Call Miami Valley Hospital it's a teaching hospital they may be able to set you up with

7. Medical Malpractice and Tort Reform

   synergy89 replied to synergy89's topic in Activism, Healthcare

   It is not a copy paste job Chinup. It is a paper that was worked on by three separate individuals which is why it doesn't flow like one written by one individual. Thanks for your contributions though...

8. Medical Malpractice and Tort Reform

   synergy89 replied to synergy89's topic in Activism, Healthcare

   For those who do read it can I have some constructive feedback on the paper? What you thought was

9. Medical Malpractice and Tort Reform

   synergy89 replied to synergy89's topic in Activism, Healthcare

   It's a proposition paper which is part of a BSN nursing capstone course. The paper aims to explain background and evidenced-based pros/cons of medical malpractice and tort reforms effect on health...

10. Medical Malpractice and Tort Reform

    synergy89 posted a topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Summary Medical malpractice directly influences access to health care as well as the quality of health care provided by managed care organizations. By reforming malpractice laws and limiting...

11. Interview Attire Recommendations

    synergy89 posted a topic in Men in Nursing

    Hello, I am a 21 year old male, new graduate RN. I am interviewing at a Level 1 Trauma Center/Magnet Status hospital for an internship/residency program for new graduates. Upon completion of the...

12. Becoming RN solely to become CRNA

    synergy89 replied to ArkansasFan's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I went into nursing for this sole reason now I am reaping the consequences. There is no guarantee you will be a CRNA even with a great GPA and experience as EC's, research, and interview are all...

13. Medication flash cards

    synergy89 replied to bonol15226's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Same here, LOL. Thanks