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  1. Millennials in the workplace

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to ktwlpn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Could you link us to these

  2. Night Shift Snack

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to NextGenRPN's topic in General Nursing

    Night shift wreaked havoc on my appetite. There would be nights when my stomach was so upset that I could go the whole night with crackers and tea. There were others when I would eat reasonably, have...

  3. PCCN

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to ViolinTreble's topic in Critical Care

    The PCCN was not very difficult at all. I felt it was like the NCLEX with more emphasis on EKG rhythms and electrolyte imbalances. Other than the numerous questions on those subjects, it felt just...

  4. Tattoos and unique shoes?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Blur2713's topic in General Nursing

    Professional aesthetics are subjective. Whoever signs your paycheck gets to decide what constitutes a professional look and, unless you are willing to cause unnecessary pain for yourself or find...

  5. do you mask/bag during DNI

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to SarahT1974's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Yes! Yes! Yes! Some of the a la carte choices families make basically do nothing. I spoke to one of our doctors and she says that America is unique in allowing families to direct clinical decisions...

  6. The TEAS Test, why does it make or break?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Folkeye's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The TEAS is kind of an oddity in my mind because it tests knowledge that is largely irrelevant to nursing while setting a pretty low bar compared to all other professional entrance exams. However,...

  7. How many pre-req classes

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to SeattleNurse2b's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I had all of my prerequisites done before entering a RN program. Taking them during or after the program would have been a major, major drag. Besides, there were very little prerequisites that could...

  8. Top nursing schools

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to RunBabyRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This list puts accessibility (i.e. how easy it is to get in) and "bang for your buck" into heavy consideration. This is not really a list of top nursing schools in terms of prestige and pure academic...

  9. ICU nurse with CCRN... how the heck do I get into NICU?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to 3fins's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Would you be willing to work in postpartum or newborn nursery then apply for a transfer to

  10. Getting pt's to take their meds.

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to fangirl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    If possible, time the med pass before breakfast or even during breakfast. They may be more likely to open their mouths if they feel that it is time to

  11. Second thoughts/cold feet

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to prettydoll123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think the key to happiness is to not confuse it with the feeling of joy. There will always be times when you will be miserable, no matter how fantastic your lot in life is. There will always be...

  12. CNA 'tudes

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to NoScrubs's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have experienced this. I am 27 and tend to look very childish. I tend to avoid an authoritative stance when it comes to other staff members because, well, I do not have the looks nor the personality...

  13. What is it about Care Planning that you find most challenging?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Episteme's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You make a very interesting point. I definitely feel like care plans can be made into a very artificial and awkward exercise, especially when I came back for my bridge program. Some professors were so...

  14. Certification in Nursing School?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to mommycruz3's topic in General Students

    Just a general tip for everyone: BLS instructors often offer group discounts. Gather a group of classmates and enjoy the savings

  15. Rant

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Palliative Care, DNP's topic in General Nursing

    I have to admit that I have oversimplified explanations to patients I did not know were nurses, doctors etc. Our medical records system does not include information about the patient's education level...

  16. Silly random nursing thoughts, one sentence, NO JUDGMENTAL FOLKS ALLOWED

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to wooh's topic in Nursing Humor

    I was eating an Oreo while charting. I typed an SBAR that read "Patient awake, alert and

  17. I have the time (to pee)

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't understand what the big deal is. Just use your employer-issued Foley catheter and leg bag. Problem

  18. Might not graduate over FB

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to BookWorming's topic in General Students

    Since when was it a civil liberty to insult a hospital employee, especially when it is a hospital the school probably has worked hard to earn a professional relationship with? Since when was it a...

  19. I cannot ever seem to pass my NCLEX!!! No matter what I do and how hard I try!!

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to jjgrlh0318's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    When one becomes a nurse, the NCLEX is the LEAST of all the hurdles in the horizon. There are plenty, PLENTY more hurdles in store, ones that do not come with Kaplan reviews and

  20. Current and former sacred cows in nursing

    Cuddleswithpuddles posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone, The oldie but goodie thread got me thinking. What are some former and current sacred cows in nursing? By sacred cows, I mean facts, protocols, standards of practice etc. that were once...

  21. confused rn

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to bluedevil30's topic in Cardiac

    First of all, I do not think you are even giving yourself the opportunity to get past this. You say things like you do not know what to do, you do not know how to X, you WILL freeze up, you are only...

  22. What is it about Care Planning that you find most challenging?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Episteme's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    My last care plans were at least three years ago and long forgotten. I do remember the most difficult thing about them, though: Figuring out the individual professor's expectations. No matter how...

  23. When a Resident Refuses

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Nightowl_RN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I think it is time for some sort of interdisciplinary meeting, however informal or formal. A nurse can only document so many times before the question is asked, "Well, what else did you do about it?"...

  24. Current and former sacred cows in nursing

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Cuddleswithpuddles's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, I was told my my older coworkers that mothers were in the hospital for several days after a postpartum delivery. Nowadays, it is not uncommon for such mothers to be discharged within 24 hrs. Since...

  25. Current and former sacred cows in nursing

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Cuddleswithpuddles's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, I just remembered this: Do not use Vaseline around the nose of a patient using oxygen lest they burst into