systoly

systoly

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  1. Bad flu shot

    systoly replied to Granjan's topic in General Nursing

    I've had a few sub Q anticoagulants in my time. Some people are really good at it and some make it burn like fire, but I never resolved to take a risk on

  2. abuse or just a mistake

    systoly replied to nassir's topic in General Nursing

    This doesn't make any

  3. Nurses really aren't the smartest people

    systoly replied to Simply Complicated's topic in General Nursing

    I know I'll pay for this, but I'm saying it. 50 responses ( make that 51 ) to this thread. More than to any other thread. Sort of lends truth to the statement, doesn't it?

  4. want to quit my CNA job, need advice

    systoly replied to sourapril's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Rushing someone through orientation, because management failed to do their job (providing adequate staffing), is not only poor leadership, but shoes complete disregard for the residents let alone the...

  5. Help turning obese resident

    systoly replied to dani_814's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If a more experienced CNA has good technique and is able to handle a large patient by herself safely, I would say, "I don't know why that CNA doesn't train others so patient care is improved", but...

  6. 4th night on the job and I cried all the way home

    systoly replied to lilbearzmom's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My heart beating out of my chest, sweat running down my forehead and joining the puddle of urine on the floor. I've been in this room for ten minutes and the mess has only gotten bigger. Finally,...

  7. I was told to get the hell out of a clients home yesterday...

    systoly replied to Poi Dog's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    He complained about not having enough care time, but then eliminated all available time. This type of behavior certainly calls for an assessment by the clinical supervisor. He needs to be seen by the...

  8. Anyone here too "small" to become a CNA?

    systoly replied to ciarline's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    It goes both ways. Being tall can make things harder sometimes. Also, being able to lift 200lbs is really not that useful, because a lot of patient's are so fragile that a one person transfer might...

  9. Do you catch a lot of illnesses from your patients?

    systoly replied to kellysmum's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Practice your precautions, not only during immediate patient care, but in the break room, at the desk,

  10. I cried all night...NEED YOUR FEEDBACK!

    systoly replied to sunflower777's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I respectfully disagree. Given this type of clinical setting, what patient isn't high fall risk? I don't believe a fairly new CNA in a fairly unfamiliar setting can be held responsible for...

  11. Husbands!

    systoly replied to cali_rusk's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I'm not buying into this afraid of blood thing. What if the mom is afraid of blood, can she leave too ? Furthermore, you usually have quite a few months to prepare and overcome. Whether the husband is...

  12. What can get you fired??

    systoly replied to kelsie*bear's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    "Is there life after getting fired in nursing?" Fortunately the old saying, "one man's junk is another man's treasure" holds true. I've only been fired once (and ended up coming out way ahead), but...

  13. Exhausted, need to vent, advice please!

    systoly replied to Trubie's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Do your job as you have been. Chances are you're not going to change things by yourself. Document(for yourself) every report you give to the DON. I know jobs are hard to come by these days, but...

  14. Question about a student reporting RN mistakes

    systoly replied to dolphinbeauty09's topic in General Nursing

    So why did you decide to do something about something you haven't learned without an instructor present? And technically, if you work in a clinical setting, all patient's are your patient. If you're...

  15. LTC workers

    systoly replied to momtojosh's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    It sounds as though your aunt is not only desperately clinging to her independence, but it is her lifeline. Take it away and her quality of life will cease to exist. Allowing a person to experience...

  16. What can get you fired??

    systoly replied to kelsie*bear's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Only if you don't shave your legs, however, showing up in your boss's wife's

  17. What can get you fired??

    systoly replied to kelsie*bear's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Sorry to bust bubbles, but that has to be the all time #1 reason. If they like you, you'd be surprised how creative management can be in salvaging an

  18. Fluid restriction question

    systoly replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in General Nursing

    Excellent point. I too am guilty. Having a pt. on a continuous mainline while on fluid restrict, I'd have thought for sure the restrict applies to PO intake. Thank you OP for

  19. Sanitary covering of tattoos for the workplace?

    systoly replied to bustthewave's topic in General Nursing

    I say no to make up - too messy. I have never voluntarily shown my ink at work, but sometimes it peaks out from under the sleeve and I've had numerous requests to see the whole thing. Never received a...

  20. Interview answer to "How do you deal with CNA's that don't do their job".

    systoly replied to raggyrehabRN's topic in General Nursing

    CNA's with sub par performance: the main goal is to salvage the employee explain expectations and areas of deviation, assess if employee is motivated to improve, if so device plan, if not assess for...

  21. help! may have needle tip broken in deltoid

    systoly replied to krissy29RN's topic in General Nursing

    Krissy29RN, No offense, but you're not strong enough to break the

  22. Husbands!

    systoly replied to cali_rusk's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Different strokes...I guess. All I can say is, the wife doesn't wanna be in pain either, but she doesn't have a choice, does

  23. feeling down and discourage..

    systoly replied to eternalbride's topic in General Nursing

    I commend you for not wanting to say the wrong thing. I believe saying nothing is better than saying the wrong thing. Personally, I do not like chatty Cathy. Silence can be and is a form of...

  24. why me

    systoly replied to purple10's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This can happen to anybody. Many years ago at a LTC I got called in on my day off. Not to work, as I found out, but to get fired. On my way out, I got a tip from a CNA (I guess I was the last one to...

  25. Confused please help!!!!!!!

    systoly replied to archieap's topic in Government, Military

    Don't forget about the time in grade. These hash marks are indeed cash marks. In other words, a 1st Lt. with more than 4 years of service has a higher pay rate than a new