HyperRNRachel

HyperRNRachel

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  1. Have my 1st interview...practice questions??

    Tell me about a time when you were helpful in implementing change in your unit. What do you consider your best nursing qualities? Tell me about a time when you were a team player? Where do you see...
  2. Vent

    Thank you for stating it so
  3. Vent

    Could it be that they spent so much time studying that they did not have time for any type of fun? I do not see them as making the profession look bad. It could be that they were truly dedicated to...
  4. NCLEX Registration question

    Have you looked at the web site for the Colorado State Board of Nursing? I am sure that the web site will be very helpful in answering all your question. Congradulations on graduation. I had my...
  5. What is this rash?!

    Is the rash covering the torso? Does the rash cover any other body parts? Did the rash appear before or after the fever? What antibiotic where they taking and how long were they taking the antibiotic?...
  6. I am having a very hard time believing any of the incidents in the original thread or various other threads posted by ROLAND. I also do feel that most of ROLAND's threads are an attempt to gain...
  7. things that drive me nuts...care to add??

    i hate when people write on a MAR "Lotrisone Cream to affected area". can't they be kind enough to tell the rest of us where the affected area is?? Yes, I hate when a powder or cream is on the MAR but...
  8. December Grads Let's the NCLEX preparation begins!!!!!!

    I have only been using the C.D., I haven't opened the book yet. I have answered every question in the content list, taken two quizzes, and 600 questions from the study portion (study portion has 1856...
  9. December Grads Let's the NCLEX preparation begins!!!!!!

    Another question? How do I get past the feelings of throwing up everytime I think about taking the NCLEX? Does it go away? What if you need to vomit while taking the
  10. December Grads Let's the NCLEX preparation begins!!!!!!

    I bought Saunders Third Edition and I have done well on the test (even without a review) but I got scared at the last minute and signed up for the Kaplan review. I am thinking of the Kaplan review as...
  11. I finally Cracked...

    Adam, if you feel a sense of depression coming on, then please find a support group and talk, talk, talk, and then talk some more. It is admirable to want to show the newbies the positive aspect of...
  12. I have (did have) a friend who is a RN and has been under investigation by the local child protection agency and police for the abuse of her children. I have given a full report to the police...
  13. Code Blue!

    Look into your hospitals educational department and see if they offer "moke code blue" situations. Our hospital has these moke codes and they are very effective at walking you through the entire...
  14. Fear Factor, Nurse Style, Five Stunts... lol

    And correctly name the food
  15. Reviewing A&P, what are the most important aspects

    But the summer is the best time to review because you can do it at your own rate without the pressure of an up coming
  16. First time teaching MedSurg Nsg

    We had an instructor who would make the lectures into "who wants to be a millionaire" type games and she would reward the winners with candy or dollar store
  17. What is the best way to take report. (New Nurse)

    Read the
  18. What is the best way to take report. (New Nurse)

    Kids in from California ........ :chuckle
  19. Reviewing A&P, what are the most important aspects

    Yes, it all comes into play at one time or another. If I had to go back and review one particlular aspect I would review the functions of the kidneys. I guess (due to ignorance or arrogance) I thought...
  20. ridiculous test questions

    Darn pouring hot water over the genitals is not
  21. Our baby was stillborn... Please help me understand

    I do not have any words of wisdom and I cannot begin to understand the depth of your pain. All I can do is tell you that I am very sorry and send a big hug to you. I do believe in getting help from a...
  22. NS for urine replacement & mannitol ?

    In a client with a GSW to the head, ICP running 29-40, getting mannitol (250cc of 20% over 15 minutes, Q6hrs), what would be the reason for an order of "urine replacement, 1cc:1cc w/NS secondary to...
  23. NS for urine replacement & mannitol ?

    Thanks to everyone for the information it is really needed and appreciated. His BP is running 190/110 and the map is
  24. NS for urine replacement & mannitol ?

    19 y/o, tested positive for cocaine, ETOH, and THC. Played Russian Roulette and was (somehow) shot behind the right ear, with bullet lodging in left front lobe. Other than the gunshot injury there is...
  25. What is the #1 healthcare problem in the USA?

    Exactly, the major problem with our health care system is the lack of preventative care and those willing to take responsibility for their