Equinox_93

Equinox_93

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  1. STNA Training

    Equinox_93 replied to williadn's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That IS weird. I'm in OH and from what I've heard and found- no one will even *talk* to you until you pass your state test as far as employment goes. So if there is a difference, it's not one that...

  2. Vacation in Mexico taking kids, school already closed

    Equinox_93 replied to RNKPCE's topic in Disaster Preparation

    ... I might just make a phone call to the school's principal and let them know of the family's plans- and then rather than just closing the whole school after they get back- they can just tell that...

  3. Can nurses be forced to work during pandemic

    Equinox_93 replied to nursey04's topic in Disaster Preparation

    This flu, yes. However, the concern is that "this flu" is at a high risk of mutation into "another flu" that has a far greater mortality rate. As to child care- most people do have short term back up...

  4. Can nurses be forced to work during pandemic

    Equinox_93 replied to nursey04's topic in Disaster Preparation

    That's awesome... ... assuming it doesn't pick up the anti-viral resistance that alot of flu strains have so

  5. Can nurses be forced to work during pandemic

    Equinox_93 replied to nursey04's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Most contagious illnesses, yes. And with this current round of H1N1 I'd agree totally. It may be pandemic, but it's not very lethal or problematic. However- would you feel the same if this mutated...

  6. Health care workers can be drafted during a pandemic

    Equinox_93 replied to Anxious Patient's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Good for you- and thank you- from one who doesn't have the option to 'make arrangements' for my family because I *am* the 'arrangements'. (Recognizing in situations like this that daycare/school/etc....

  7. Would you get the vaccine?

    Equinox_93 replied to Aneroo's topic in Disaster Preparation

    After the 1976 debacle? I'd wait awhile and see how the vaccine panned

  8. Swine flu raises fear of pandemic - Adults and Children

    Equinox_93 replied to oramar's topic in Disaster Preparation

    The concern isn't so much for THIS round of outbreaks- but if this follows the 1918 pattern, it can come back in another wave after mutating and picking up traits that make it far more lethal. There...

  9. Will you work during a Pandemic?

    Equinox_93 replied to Goju's topic in Disaster Preparation

    ... If someone signed up to be an EMT or other first responder- then yes- they should have thought of this long before they got into that role. However, not all medical professionals are first...

  10. Health care workers can be drafted during a pandemic

    Equinox_93 replied to Anxious Patient's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I think they'd be surprised at the volunteer response- or moreso if special training (and subsequent salaries) were

  11. Health care workers can be drafted during a pandemic

    Equinox_93 replied to Anxious Patient's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Not if travel restrictions/quarantines are in

  12. STNA Training

    Equinox_93 replied to williadn's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There is no difference between STNA and CNA. I'd be concerned that 2 weeks is going to leave you unprepared though... My course was 2 *months* long with clinicals... My course was just under $900, but...

  13. Announce that you passed your CNA exam here!

    Equinox_93 replied to jb2u's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Took the test Saturday the 25th- just found out I PASSED today :)

  14. Why is my pt's blood glucose so high?

    Equinox_93 replied to Bumashes's topic in General Nursing

    ... Quality of life? If bg is too high/low there are symptoms that can be uncomfortable and undesireable for the

  15. cna is hard work

    Equinox_93 replied to la mama 310's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    There is a difference between not doing things "by the book" (which yes- reality gets in the way of that- I certainly don't deny) and that of forgoing basic human respect, dignity and niceties...

  16. cna is hard work

    Equinox_93 replied to la mama 310's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I agree- many don't want the play by play- but that doesn't mean one can't make small talk to distract them from what's going on. Granted, one needs to keep that empathic pulse to see how that is...

  17. Does this annoy you too?

    Equinox_93 replied to littlenursingmommy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    ...... You've just hit on a great new product- take advantage and make a mint (Even better if you can make the pretty colored briefs smell like mint rather than pooop.........

  18. are you nice to new people?

    Equinox_93 replied to fuzzywuzzy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Given that that person will eventually hit their stride and be an asset to the team- likely someone who will be helping me out at some point or another- you bet your booty I'm going to be nice to...

  19. Does this annoy you too?

    Equinox_93 replied to littlenursingmommy's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I've never seen that... I've seen nurses/aides etc. after work or before work toolin around town in them- but other than that I've never seen people wear them just to wear

  20. Yea, they fired me......

    Equinox_93 replied to sonomala's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Enjoy your weekend!

  21. cna is hard work

    Equinox_93 replied to la mama 310's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    ... Just because someone is "used to" poor treatment doesn't mean one should provide it. One should make the effort and if the resident prefers it differently (not to be covered) that is up to them-...

  22. Took test this a.m.

    Equinox_93 replied to sierramist's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    That wasn't one of the steps you can't miss- and you need an 80 or better on each skill I believe. Handwashing has 10 steps if I remember correctly, so missing one if that's the only one should be

  23. Cost of CNA class

    Equinox_93 replied to colta's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Mine was just under $900 and it's been worth every penny. I have an amazing instructor and feel I've definately gotten my money's worth. 6k? WAY too

  24. Students not working while going to school....

    Equinox_93 replied to CLJ1988's topic in General Students

    Financial stress can be hard- and you're right- being a single parent leaves few other options. But would you recommend this? How long have you been doing this? How are your kids handling the...

  25. The Circumcision Discussion

    Equinox_93 replied to jmspeach's topic in Ob/Gyn

    ... You're saying that the problem was that they refused care. This is not a problem with the foreskin- it is a problem with staff being unable to effectively encourage cooperation with basic hygeine...