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  1. lung sounds with vent

    muffins20 posted a topic in Pulmonary

    When I listened all I could hear was the vent pushing the air in. It kind of reminded me of watching a war movie and hearing rapid gunshots firing in the background. I couldn't really hear anything...

  2. Need help with CEU's to keep license current

    muffins20 replied to cookiemnster's topic in General Nursing

    http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/content.do?rc_layout=bottom&subchannel=-536893594&programid=536913940&sc3=null&sc2=null&id=-536893080&agency=NursingBoard From the MN BON...

  3. Donations of Sunscreen--how to get some...

    muffins20 replied to EliseM's topic in General Nursing

    Try your local friendly dermatologist clinic. I did a health promotion presentation in school on this topic and was able to find some samples from a skin care clinic. Also try asking the product...

  4. Day shifts hard to find for new RN grad w/i no seniority?

    muffins20 replied to Gal220's topic in General Nursing

    While job searching I've seen straight days offered at assisted living facilities, clinics, home care, and at a LTAC facility. You never know, but I don't remember seeing any bedside nurses working...

  5. Song lyrics that remind you of nursing...

    muffins20 replied to grace90's topic in Nursing Humor

    I was actually just thinking about a song from Charlotte Gainsbourg about being in a MRI, called IRM (french abbreviation). And... Momma said there will be days like

  6. Should I bring my resume right to the nursing manager?

    muffins20 replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations on the

  7. Funniest/strangest dementia patient stories

    muffins20 replied to Angie O'Plasty's topic in Nursing Humor

    I worked with a lady who would always smile, "You're so beautiful," while reaching her hand up to try and touch my face... after she was done wiping herself. :uhoh21: I also worked with a man who was...

  8. Pregnant and Job Interview

    muffins20 replied to srn0408's topic in General Nursing

    I actually just asked a career counselor about this situation the other day... the answer: Don't disclose the fact you're pregnant until you are offered the job. That way you can protect yourself...

  9. Anyone Teach Clinicals w/ < 3 years experience?***

    muffins20 replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in General Nursing

    My first thought was no due to lack of experience, but on second thought I really learned a lot from quite a few newer nurses at my old job (they weren't clinical instructors tho, just staff nurses)....

  10. How do you handle the smells?

    muffins20 replied to Aly529's topic in General Nursing

    Well maybe the patient would actually appreciate you freshening up the room. Reassure them to something along the lines of; it's not their fault, they didn't do anything wrong, their body is just out...

  11. What kind of snacks can I get for the nurses at the floor where I had my clinicals?

    muffins20 replied to onlyj's topic in General Nursing

    Tzatziki sauce (cucumber and yogurt sauce) with warm, lightly salted and toasted pitas. It's also good as a veggie dip too. Cold pasta salad with Italian dressing, pepperjack cheese chunks,...

  12. I made my first med error, stupid me, why report it!??

    muffins20 replied to purse's topic in General Nursing

    You totally did the right thing. You put the patient's safety above your fears and that was the mature thing to do, and it shows that you have integrity compared to those other med passers who don't...

  13. Protecting license from negligence

    muffins20 posted a topic in Home Health

    Well I have an interview for my first job. The client and an RN, are going to train me on the necessary skills I'll need to know to care for the client who lives with a chronic, degenerative...

  14. Protecting license from negligence

    muffins20 replied to muffins20's topic in Home Health

    Yea, there is definitely a lot more to consider before taking this job. Thanks, you two for your

  15. Protecting license from negligence

    muffins20 replied to muffins20's topic in Home Health

    But as a home health RN, is this normal to take a case just to ensure certain treatments are done, like trach care and suction, and be there in case of vent failure. Don't I have a duty (as an RN) to...

  16. Pearson Vue Trick - Poll once you receive your results

    muffins20 replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The PVT worked! I

  17. Agency training

    muffins20 posted a topic in Agency Nurses

    Just as a new grad, do agencies offer training and orientation? Or is it a field for nurses who have more

  18. Should I apply as a nurse even though I've yet to be licensed?

    muffins20 replied to mmm cdiff's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely apply while in school. It's not fun to study for the boards AND job hunt at the same time (when you're a grad w/o a license it probably doesn't look good) AND deal with whatever life wants...

  19. Calling all Nurse Mamas... Please help me!!

    muffins20 replied to punkydoodlesRN's topic in General Nursing

    Transition = stress. Take some time out for yourselves, and relax. Don't be too rushed to talk and see what's working and what can be improved. As for the food situation... There's a few things you...

  20. No Wound Care Experience (is certification a possibility) ???

    muffins20 replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

    The WOCN I followed for a day as a student nurse said to "put your time in the trenches," when I asked her what would be a good area of nursing to start out in if I was interested in following that...

  21. Should I quit nursing school...?

    muffins20 replied to jfisher23's topic in General Nursing

    You can work any shift, you're just required to work 1 weekend a month. Of course you have to keep in mind if the unit is already fully staffed, your manager may appreciate it more if you worked an...

  22. Agency training

    muffins20 replied to muffins20's topic in Agency Nurses

    Sounds cool, I'm glad your employer helped you to pursue your interests. My dear old dad sent me an email with agency job listings and I was hesitant, but maybe it wouldn't be so bad. At least it...

  23. RN-BSN in MN

    muffins20 replied to casi's topic in General Nursing

    Good to know, thank you for the info. Time to start planning

  24. Patient's and Advance Directives

    muffins20 replied to almostthere2's topic in General Nursing

    I've wondered about this before too. I imagine it'll happen to a nurse sooner or later. While the ethics committee is trying to resolve the issue, how does the nurse on floor carry out care for the...

  25. Medication Confusion

    muffins20 replied to danikitty's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had the Davis Drug guide in school and in the front it had a section for the different classifications that covered side effects, action, purpose, etc. There's no easy way to do it, but try...