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  1. Nursing Bibles

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Ladyt03's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Davis Drug Guides are primo. They've served me well since day one of nursing school. Even if you do not like Davis, have some form of reliable, current and quickly accessible drug reference guide...

  2. HELP! Masking the smell of feces!

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to WhitneyRene's topic in General Students

    I agree and the sting may be a different kind of pain that could make the experience worse. Also, alcohol can dry the skin and make it even more fragile. I like this thing called buttfoam. It is...

  3. How do you work with a "know it all"?

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

    Depends. Here are some options I take when I am faced with a person who I think is a know-it-all. - They may not know it all but there is a strong possibility they know more than me, especially if...

  4. HELP! Masking the smell of feces!

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to WhitneyRene's topic in General Students

    Just do not apply peppermint oil to your temples like some idiot who shall remain unnamed *coughMEcough*, thinking that she could treat it like her lavender-scented oil she uses at home. My.. I...

  5. It is time for a change folks....

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

    I have to admit that I am highly, highly biased against the phrase customer service. I equate it to indiscriminate brown-nosing in exchange for goods and service, not with the effort to care for a...

  6. Obesity, diarrhea and skin care

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to DawnJ's topic in General Nursing

    On top of all the great input on this thread, I find that adhesive fecal bags are totally underused. They are basically like an ostomy bag that sticks around the orifice. They are good for when a...

  7. PLEASE HELP!!!! :(

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to nicoleball's topic in General Nursing

    I have never heard of such a test. It may be specific to your school or state. More importantly... and you are probably not going to like hearing this... but how about letting it go? You have written...

  8. Overtime dependent nurses

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

    From my totally subjective and limited point of view, nursing seems to have a higher than usual number of codependent/enablers/wannabe-saviors and suckers for drama kings and queens who keep falling...

  9. Overtime dependent nurses

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

    I also wanted to add that I know a few nurses who work crazy additional hours, moan about work, spend big bucks on vacations just to get away from it all and come home broke. Rinse and repeat, and add...

  10. Did you work during your bridge program?

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to HippyDippyLPN's topic in LPN to RN

    I worked full-time (3 12hr shifts) during my full-time bridge program. I had no other choice, really. I had no family support, scholarships only did so much and the job market is extremely tough in...

  11. Overtime dependent nurses

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

    I agree with you. Also, if you* are constantly dependent on overtime to stay afloat there is something seriously wrong with your finances. I do not think it is the management's responsibility to...

  12. Why can't I do everything a RN does as a LPN? We should be equal.

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to SweetPoo's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    They graduated from the Sir Mix-A-Lot School of

  13. Continuous CVP and infusions

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to RN RN RN's topic in MICU, SICU

    Yes, sometimes this is the only option available especially if you have no PIVs. I save the three way stopcock with the CVP monitoring for intermittent infusions like IV antibiotics so that I minimize...

  14. Why can't I do everything a RN does as a LPN? We should be equal.

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to SweetPoo's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I, for one, do not agree that NPs must be paid the same as MDs. The difference? Their

  15. Why can't I do everything a RN does as a LPN? We should be equal.

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to SweetPoo's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    OK, SweetPoo. You have two options- - Rail against the system and campaign for nationwide change or... - Accept that life sometimes has rules that are irrespective of what we find logical, and go back...

  16. Why can't I do everything a RN does as a LPN? We should be equal.

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to SweetPoo's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Again, this may apply to where you work but it sure does not apply to my state and where I work. The California scope of practice makes the LVN role in acute care (much less critical care) fairly...

  17. Why can't I do everything a RN does as a LPN? We should be equal.

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to SweetPoo's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    No, sorry. Even as a former LVN, I disagree. The day-to-day routine of both LVNs and RNs may look the same in your area of practice, but that cannot be generalized to all clinical areas and all states...

  18. My Poor Legs!

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to nynursey_'s topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I hate stiff shoes like Danskos. I have given up on clogs and have resigned myself to wearing running shoes at work. I use Superfeet green inserts to support my high arches. I'm golden for 12 hours...

  19. Going out of my mind

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to MECO28's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I hate most of my BSN assignments as well but I think of it this way. Hopefully this will give you some optimism too. I am fortunate to make what I make with only an associate's degree. The BSN can...

  20. Certifications

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to madea82's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Yes, but in states such as California where LVNs (what we call LPNs) are not allowed to push IV medications, such certifications are rendered almost impractical at the bedside. Know what your state's...

  21. Crushing pills on long term care facilities

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to newgrad1988's topic in Patient Medications

    Trazodone comes in immediate and extended release forms so you would have to check which form you have/will be giving. Do you have a drug guide you can consult while giving meds? If not, I highly...

  22. New Nurse

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to GeoffH's topic in First Year After Licensure

    This recommendation is along the lines of PHXRN1's but far less eloquent hehe. You have to have a method of dealing with the immense stress of nursing that is healthy and productive. So many nurses...

  23. New Nurse

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to GeoffH's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Simply amazing. I always remind myself of the fact that I am not the one on the hospital

  24. Called the Nurse Manager

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Charlie92's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    For my first position in my current hospital, I interviewed in early November, did not know of their decision until mid-December and started in February of the next year. If I already did not have a...

  25. Called the Nurse Manager

    Cuddleswithpuddles replied to Charlie92's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    OK, sorry, I was confused. Unfortunately, every application is a waiting game and there is only so many calls you can make before you can ruin your chances. I agree with other posters that contacting...