davidthenurse

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1. Hi, just a question on MESs of PIH patients

   davidthenurse replied to whitebunny's topic in Ob/Gyn

   No problems, and you're more than welcome

2. Hi, just a question on MESs of PIH patients

   davidthenurse replied to whitebunny's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Is you research in the MIMs (the drug Bible used here in Australia), Lasix must NOT be given during pregnancy unless it is absolutely necessary. If treatment with Lasix is to be used during pregnancy,...

3. In Need Of Help For School

   davidthenurse replied to Stitch92's topic in General Nursing

   Hi, Thanks for your question ! Would you mind expanding a bit more, and perhaps giving a few more details? I think maybe you haven't received any answers yet because your question needs to be...

4. Pain is not a "vital sign"

   davidthenurse replied to MikeyBSN's topic in General Nursing

   I agree

5. Just Venting: PCA with an Attitude!

   davidthenurse replied to Dottie, RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   hmmm, three things that stand out to me: Maybe its just her - her personality. Maybe she was under a lot of stress from work, and its flowing over to her communication skills with patients and...

6. Use some class/compassion

   davidthenurse replied to nkara's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   sure can !! ......if i "google" it !! just jokin', caz i actually knew how its spelt anyway - i'm a pianist, and have been playing for nearly 19 years now (and did a degree in music too). i just...

7. Use some class/compassion

   davidthenurse replied to nkara's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   On a serious tone, yes, I thoroughly agree -- comments should be supportive, encouraging, gentle, and in a caring manner. If something needs to be rebuked or pointed out, then do it in a kind manner...

8. Use some class/compassion

   davidthenurse replied to nkara's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   better smacked with a fish.....:trout:....., than being stabbed in the back.....:smiley_ab......, or knocked over the head.......:lol_hitti..........haha !!!! (I just couldn't resist it

9. Intracranial pressure vs. hypovolaemia -- which is first priority???

   davidthenurse posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

   Hi, I was discussing with my teacher about a pt. scenario. The patient was involved in a road accident. To keep it short, there were major head injuries, including internal head injuries, and hence...

10. What factors are important when nursing someone with depression

    davidthenurse replied to davidthenurse's topic in General Students

    thanks countyrat, for your help and encouragement. i am really enjoying nursing, and its great to have the support of other colleague like you and everyone else on this forum !! it's the true element...

11. What factors are important when nursing someone with depression

    davidthenurse replied to davidthenurse's topic in General Students

    Very true !! When I think back about my placements I remember that I actually went through a "mini mental-analysis" with each of my patients whilst I care for them - of course not being obvious, but...

12. What to Say When Caught Sleeping

    davidthenurse replied to MQ Edna's topic in Nursing Humor

    "shhh.... don't interrupt me! I am trying to recall the day's events so I can write up my patient notes!!" (in deep thought with your eyes closed

13. Happy Mother's Day!

    davidthenurse replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    Haha !! My mother is having a VERY Happy Mother's Day !! I have 10 brothers and sisters, so you can imagine how many gifts and surprises she is getting today !!

14. Cheating in the Classroom

    davidthenurse replied to VickyRN's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Yes, I agree. Cheating is completely unacceptable. My attitude is: I would not want to be cared for by a nurse who cheated his/her way through their studies and training. If they have no conscience...

15. What factors are important when nursing someone with depression

    davidthenurse replied to davidthenurse's topic in General Students

    Thanks, I didn't know this - but you live and learn !