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  1. Seriously Considering Quitting

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to jackometer's topic in General Students

    There's a huge difference between work load and nurse-patient ratios in acute care and long term care. In LTC, nurses do not assess and perform procedures on each and every patient on a daily basis....

  2. Has anyone else noticed this??

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Jenni811's topic in General Nursing

    Has anyone else found that it is sometimes more productive to listen to the heart using the pulmonic and aortic areas near the sternum rather than the PMI? The PMI is often blocked by breasts, fat and...

  3. Concept Map HELP!??

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to LeggyNurse's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hi LeggyNurse, I think the diagnosis "Risk for injury r/t abnormal blood panel" could use some work. What about her blood panel was a direct threat to her safety? Consider listing her symptoms that...

  4. New grad Interview

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to kaymmdee's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi kaymmdee, I am a new grad RN and I have not had interviews yet. I have had interviews as a LVN so I will give you some insights based on that. If you are asked scenario questions, remember your...

  5. Seriously Considering Quitting

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to jackometer's topic in General Students

    Students have to start somewhere. It would be unreasonable to expect a student to start with three patients right away, just as it would be unreasonable to hand you three total care patients on your...

  6. Seriously Considering Quitting

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to jackometer's topic in General Students

    Hi jackometer, Please keep in mind that this is not how things operate in the working world. Nurses do not have to be grilled until 0830 then complete assessments by 0900. Are you passing your theory...

  7. Today I'm thankful for...

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Simply Complicated's topic in General Nursing

    Super kudos to this thread! We need more of it. I am thankful for allnurses.com. So much good information and good

  8. In the process of eliminating distractions from my apartment for school, pointers?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to ThePhilster's topic in General Students

    Hi there ThePhilster, Congrats on getting into nursing school! I gave up on purging my apartment of distractions. My apartment is a distraction... period. There is always something to clean, fix or...

  9. Attending school in So. CA or elsewhere then working in CA?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to leenak's topic in California Nursing

    Hi leenak, It seems like the people who are getting the jobs here in Southern CA are either very experienced nurses already or have very solid professional connections through work or school. It is...

  10. Things that nurses say that may seem inappropriate to lay people

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Hahaha! When I was starting to learn how to do IVs, I looked at my friends' forearms in delight and wonder. I would randomly poke and palpate

  11. What's the task you like doing most on the job?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to PreStudent101's topic in General Nursing

    I wish more med-surg nurses were like you. All nurses love clean beds and clean patients but, uh, not all love the effort that goes into it. I get a total mental block if the room is messy and...

  12. What's the task you like doing most on the job?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to PreStudent101's topic in General Nursing

    I absolutely love clearing all the crud out of a patient's lungs. When my patients are fresh, linens clean, positioning perfect, lung sounds clear =

  13. The Hidden Costs of Nursing School

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to *4!#6's topic in General Students

    Totally not nursing related but... 1. Here in CA, the 99 Cent Store chain has produce that is absolutely passable. I buy 3 organic romaine heads for 99 cents there all the time. They have eggs, milk,...

  14. The Hidden Costs of Nursing School

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to *4!#6's topic in General Students

    Hi sagremus, Congratulations for entering nursing school! Don't forget to factor in the costs of taking your board exams. Check your state board's website for fees to file an application and actually...

  15. What field of Nursing has the least, and most math?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to PreStudent101's topic in General Nursing

    I am going out on a limb and assuming you are making a decision on what specialty to enter. It is my opinion that choosing a specialty based on how much math is involved is nothing short of limiting...

  16. Seriously? What are they telling you in school?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Simply Complicated's topic in General Nursing

    This post needs to be on calligraphy on fine linen paper or something. Clever and oh so

  17. Things that nurses say that may seem inappropriate to lay people

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Lay people do not understand my relief and joy when a patient who is at risk of obstruction finally poops. YESSSS Their bowels are fine. No need to call the doctor. Glorious, glorious

  18. UCLA New Grad Residency Program 2012

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to newbiepnp's topic in California Nursing

    Hi guys, Congratulations to everyone who has progressed! To those who got callbacks and interviews, do you mind sharing a bit about your experience in nursing, if you are an ADN or BSN RN, if you've...

  19. Sharp new grad residency winter 2011-2012

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to horef's topic in California Nursing

    Thank you so much for that info. It amazes me that even in this cutthroat job market, people here still take the time to share and reassure one another. I am in the right

  20. Injection questions, Insulin, Lovenox

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Epona's topic in Patient Medications

    Whoa. Never heard of that. What was the reason it was ordered IM? Is there an advantage over SC or IV in this case? Did your pharmacy say if there were any special side effects you needed to look out...

  21. gifts

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to LouisVRN's topic in General Nursing

    As a patient, you can express your gratitude without restrictions. However, most facilities do have policies that plainly state what the nurses can accept as gifts. Mine does. Whether or not I...

  22. Question For Ya!!!

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to BBRANRN2013's topic in General Nursing

    Hello there SoonToBeRN2013, Both positions are wonderful assets but check how likely you are to be hired as a new grad into the nursing side of things. ER and trauma are typically not areas for new...

  23. Injection questions, Insulin, Lovenox

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Epona's topic in Patient Medications

    I love it too. No other drug guide compares. I have Epocrates on my HTC Incredible simply because I do not want to pay for the Davis twice . It is not nearly as nurse-friendly. It does not have...

  24. Injection questions, Insulin, Lovenox

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Epona's topic in Patient Medications

    Hello epona, Insulin may also be given via IV in addition to SC. enoxaparin (Lovenox) may be given in the abdomen, upper thigh and buttocks. My source is the Davis Drug Guide. I highly recommend it...

  25. Showing off my vent experience

    Cuddleswithpuddles posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi AN people, I have a lot of experience with ventilators and I would like to know the best way to emphasize that fact to future employers. Is it enough that I put in my resume and applications that I...