meluhn

meluhn

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  1. Taking a full ICU patient load only 2 weeks into orientation

    meluhn replied to Mommy_of_3_in_AL..RN's topic in General Nursing

    I think you did good but I wouldn't get them used to you always staying if the next shift is short. They might come to expect it, besides you are still on

  2. Mispronouncing a word makes you less of a nurse

    meluhn replied to Unique87's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe that is why it sounds so hideous to our ears. This was my understanding:oriented adjectiveadjusted or located in relation to surroundings or circumstances; sometimes used in combination; "the...

  3. Mispronouncing a word makes you less of a nurse

    meluhn replied to Unique87's topic in General Nursing

    Orientated is a real word but people use it incorrectly all the time and it burns my ears. example: Incorrect: The patient is alert and orientated. This implies that the patient has been through...

  4. Mispronouncing a word makes you less of a nurse

    meluhn replied to Unique87's topic in General Nursing

    I guess what you consider derogatory is anything not sugar coated and politically correct. My experience has been that telling a student the right way to do something does not ensure that they will...

  5. Mispronouncing a word makes you less of a nurse

    meluhn replied to Unique87's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe instead of whining about how mean they are you should look at yourself and see what you can do better. This is definitely a generational thing. In my short time as a nursing instructor(living...

  6. feeling so scared, paranoid and worried !!

    meluhn replied to socalchinesenurse's topic in General Nursing

    When a pt has a bad outcome or dies I always question weather I could have/should have done things differently. But the bottom line is, you are not the only one caring for this pt, there are other...

  7. Mispronouncing a word makes you less of a nurse

    meluhn replied to Unique87's topic in General Nursing

    Mispronouncing words makes you sound ignorant and may undermine the patients trust in you. There was a whole thread on this topic a little while

  8. Every Nurse Should Give Birth

    meluhn replied to Vito Andolini's topic in General Nursing

    Isn't that covered in Nursing 101--If a patient says they have pain then we have to believe them? I guess the exception to this rule would be the drug seekers that come into the ER and are allergic...

  9. Question about HIPPA and reporting abuse.

    meluhn replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Nursing

    I think it has to be reported, but child protective services could probably tell you for

  10. Anyone doing pediatric home health?

    meluhn replied to mustlovepoodles's topic in Home Health

    Mustlove, You would be a great asset to a pediatric home care agency. By me they are always looking for nurses. As long as you don't mind long periods of time just being alone with the kid or maybe...

  11. Lincoln Tech Edison, NJ

    meluhn replied to Caitwxo's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Once they see the one in Edison they might take another look at the

  12. LPN or RN? Central Jersey - Need Input, Experiences, Suggestions

    meluhn replied to Bell13's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Did you complete LPN or RN program? Both Where did you attend school? NJ Advantages/disadvantages of each?Lpn is easy but RN made me a better nurse. As LPN you will be stuck in LTC. Anyone have...

  13. NJ BON Application in Disciplinary

    meluhn replied to notthereyet's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    are these meetings open to the

  14. Respiratory therapist Vs Nurses

    meluhn replied to omgodzilla's topic in General Nursing

    Go for physical therapy instead of

  15. Lincoln Tech Edison, NJ

    meluhn replied to Caitwxo's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Don't do it. You will get a terrible education at top dollar. It is currently being investigated by the

  16. The Circumcision Discussion

    meluhn replied to jmspeach's topic in Ob/Gyn

    If it was possible, I think any newborn would run screaming into the night when told what was about to happen to him. Most adult guys would not want this so why force it on a newborn? The whole...

  17. Interview etiquette for finding out the pay!!!

    meluhn replied to XYnurse2B's topic in General Students

    I can understand wanting to know the pay before you accept a job especially if you are willing to relocate. HR people should just cut us a break and tell us at the interview. Why do they feel the...

  18. How is this possible

    meluhn posted a topic in General Nursing

    Is it humanly possible to get everything done that you are technically supposed to be doing plus charting before the end of your shift. I work in acute rehab and I know that it usually isn't possible...

  19. Am I making a wise choice?

    meluhn replied to lesliemadren's topic in General Students

    I would skip the LPN and go straight for the RN. Its only going to prolong everything and you can take your prereqs and work as a CNA while you are waiting to get in. It does take time to do the...

  20. I am back to home health nursing after being a stay at home mom

    meluhn replied to lharjes's topic in Home Health

    jnette, You sound so positive it is very encouraging. Thank You. After the days I have had on the rehab floor I work on, I am getting so burnt out that I was thinking of leaving nursing altogether....

  21. Disturbed Energy Field

    meluhn replied to avatar78's topic in General Students

    Jolie, Yes the gate theory. Thank

  22. Disturbed Energy Field

    meluhn replied to avatar78's topic in General Students

    I dont think you are nuts. There actually is some science behind this. I vaguely remember it from NS. Something about the pain and pleasure receptors in the brain are the same ones. If you are...

  23. dismissed from my ADN program HELP

    meluhn replied to Laura77598's topic in General Students

    I have precepted and taught in an LPN program. I will say that some students attitudes got on my nerves. Some act like know it alls and try to impress you with their knowledge in a most obnoxious...

  24. dismissed from my ADN program HELP

    meluhn replied to Laura77598's topic in General Students

    If you are getting complaints about your clinical performance by instructors and staff, maybe you should evaluate your behavior and see if there was anything you could have done better. I think there...

  25. nursing alcoholism & codependency

    meluhn replied to LoveActually's topic in General Nursing

    I agree. Nurses are drawn to people that need their help. It makes them feel fulfilled and we are comfortable in this role, however, we can and do learn from our mistakes. I personally could never...