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  1. Why a C-Section?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to edj02's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Apparently I hit a nerve. Certainly wasn't intended, and I put all kinds of wording in my post to be clear about the lack of energy, negative or otherwise, in my opinion.As to the origin of my...

  2. Do Yiou Wear Scrubs in the Milieu?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to Meerkat's topic in Psychiatric

    We wear scrubs. Techs wear green, nurses (LPNs and RNs both) wear maroon, and the therapists and treatment managers wear navy. I've found that being able to point patients to the appropriate staff...

  3. Nurses with ADD/ADHD?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to Metron's topic in Health, Stress Management

    The dyslexia can make you a little dangerous as a nurse when it comes to meds. Sorry, but it's true.As for ADD/ADHD having to do with "showing emotion" (earlier post), I'm not aware of any...

  4. Why a C-Section?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to edj02's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I had a c-section in 1974 for severe cephalopelvic dysproportion. I saw the x-rays (that tells you how long ago it was!) and it was unnerving to see his big head and my little bones. Plus I was in...

  5. Suicidal patient on placement...

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to msbowkett's topic in Psychiatric

    The patient needs two things immediately: protection from herself and medication. In the United States, she more than meets the criteria for an inpatient admission. I would expect, on the strength of...

  6. Interview for NYU Residency-HELP?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to loricatus's topic in New York Nursing

    Hi! Can't believe you didn't get a single response. Time to bump this honey to the top of the list again! Glad to hear that you got a call for an internship as a 3rd career RN--and originally from...

  7. Did You Pass NCLEX without taking a Review Course?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to brina's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I swear by the Mosby CAT for the NCLEX. It adjusts exactly the way the NCLEX does--if you get one right, you get a harder question, if you miss one, you get an easier one....

  8. to tell or not to tell?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to ablynn's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Sure you do! The answer is you protect your patient at any cost. And you did. Letting the state health department or the board of nursing know about your observations might also be a thought.None...

  9. Agism in nursing???? (furious rant potential)

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to chris_at_lucas_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for the encouraging words.However, this is about a job. In the US, it is illegal to disqualify someone based on race, age, ethnicity, religion, etc. My qualifications far surpassed most or...

  10. Agism in nursing???? (furious rant potential)

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to chris_at_lucas_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Ummm, this is for internships. They are actually for "new grads," aren't they?And this hospital is offering several thousand dollars in sign-on and retention, only to "new grads." They specifically...

  11. Lunesta vs. Ambien

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to ER-RN2's topic in General Nursing

    A psychotherapy client of mine said Lunesta gave him horrible, horrible nightmares. Of course he was very depressed. And he was an active alcoholic. But that's the only feedback I've ever heard, one...

  12. Please help... (felony and nursing?)

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to godin78's topic in General Nursing

    I sympathize, believe me. And I am sure you are a very caring, compassionate person. I've never met an alcoholic or an addict that I didn't like, and I'm sure I would like you. You sound like you...

  13. Please help... (felony and nursing?)

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to godin78's topic in General Nursing

    This will be hard to hear and may seem unfeeling. If you have had these difficulties, you probably need to consider another line of work. Nursing, as you know, involves caring for vulnerable...

  14. Should I find a new OB??

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to hope3456's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Find somebody else! The most important quality for your attending is that you feel comfortable and he or she inspires confidence. Your own attitude and emotional comfort level can have such a huge...

  15. Leagally what am I allowed to dO?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to newflgrad's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This is a scope of practice issue and is best directed to your board of nursing. Generally, I'd say, when in doubt, back out and get someone experienced to do the task. Better to protect your patient...

  16. I had some trouble with a CNA...should I talk to the manager?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to bth44's topic in General Nursing

    Hardly.On a professional note, what's to say she'd have appropriate self control when a patient mouths off to her. She should have been trying especially hard to get along, since she already knew she...

  17. MS Psychiatric Nursing with no experience?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to krisssy's topic in Psychiatric

    I'm working as a full time permanent float--weekend doubles--at a freestanding acute care facility which also has a "psych ER," so I get great experience with all our populations and get to know most...

  18. MS Psychiatric Nursing with no experience?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to krisssy's topic in Psychiatric

    I would not waste my time on an MSN. If you want to do psych nursing, go apply. You should be a shoo-in, especially for a child/adolescent unit. Psych isn't the best paid, so there is less...

  19. help me stop making med errors!

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to BulkyMonster's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Excellent suggestions.I would add one thing that I notice I do. As a permanent full time float, I am usually the med nurse. Thankfully we have electronic MAR and everything (including the patient)...

  20. Kids home from school sick...could it be an opportunity?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to javanurse2000's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    One would hope the OP knows the best way to prevent spread of infection.....All together now:

  21. Online programs??

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to MPwifey's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    No program, online or traditional, is worth anything if they will award you a degree that allows you to take the NCLEX-RN without you demonstrating that you are a clinically safe nurse. That means you...

  22. Pregnant while working Psych?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Psychiatric

    I am a psych nurse, and worked primarily child and adolescent. When they closed a unit and those staff became the C&A staff, I became a permanent full time float, so I have worked all five of our...

  23. Is this a ripoff?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to moonbeamsmom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Anybody who thinks you will believe you can "significantly" improve anything with minimal effort probably has some beach front property in Arizona to sell you at a real deal too. Get the appropriate...

  24. Will LTC nurse go to jail?

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Check out her bio....

  25. Confused!!!!!! What do I do

    chris_at_lucas_RN replied to 2bnurseguy_2005's topic in Nursing Career

    Nursing students often work as "nurse externs," which is like a nurse's aide but pays a little better and sometimes gives you the chance to do some nurse-y type tasks under close supervision.Plus,...