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    Physical Assessment - What is CSM exactly?

    Always_Learning replied to beatrice1's topic in General Nursing

    I like to check cap refill on the bottom (fleshy part) of the toe; just a bit below where the nail is. I can usually see clearly there and don't have to worry about nail polish/thick toenails,
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    Physical Assessment - What is CSM exactly?

    Always_Learning replied to beatrice1's topic in General Nursing

    Yep, it is cardiac-related, I suppose (lots of things get thrown under cardiac, you ever notice that? LOL), but it is normally checked when there might be some compromise to peripheral circulation. I...
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    Physical Assessment - What is CSM exactly?

    Always_Learning replied to beatrice1's topic in General Nursing

    Circulation, sensation, and movement is correct when you are talking about assessment. How in the world they are getting positives on all of those for that patient I don't know. To check circulation,...
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    People that change their minds frequently about their career

    Always_Learning replied to Unlicensed06's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The good thing with nursing is that you can change your mind a million times; there are so many areas available: forensics, trauma, hospice, community health, doctor's offices, school nursing, psych,...
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    Why cant I transfer from one nursing program into another?

    Always_Learning replied to preparing4thefuture's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Although there are basic state guidelines for nursing programs, you'll find that the actual curriculum varies widely between programs. Clinical time, pre-req requirements, general ed classes, and...
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    Nurse Shadow Program

    Always_Learning replied to kconnolly's topic in General Students

    I don't have any specifics for you, but you might try contacting one of the hospital's nurse educators as well as the school you are applying to. At my hospital, many of the units have their own...
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    what percentage of your job involves poop?

    Always_Learning replied to onedayitllbeme's topic in General Nursing

    Are we talking actual poop or poop as a euphemism for dealing with doctors, families, and piles of paperwork?
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    How Often?

    Always_Learning replied to virgo,student nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Enough to qualify for an intervention, I'm
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    Troubles with eyeglasses

    Always_Learning replied to Mrs Badcrumble's topic in Emergency

    If you're of a mind, there are also progressive contact lenses. Yet another option is monovision contacts, where you wear one contact with your near prescription and one with your far prescription. It...
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    Step away from the nursing forum...

    Always_Learning replied to Art_Vandelay's topic in General Nursing

    Ok, so ya got your antidotes: Narcan, Romazicon.....what's the antidote for too much allnurses.com? Aaaaaand GO! P.S. - I don't need any help. I can stop posting any time I want. I don't have a...
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    happy to join you all! I just got my unofficial job offer

    Always_Learning replied to melmarie23's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congrats!
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    Which Littmann?

    Always_Learning replied to MammaNurse2Be's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I use a Littman SE II, and have found it quite adequate. I think you'll find that a reeeeeally expensive electronic model might grow legs and walk
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    Why can't I let go?

    Always_Learning replied to KaksRN's topic in General Nursing

    Part of your feelings could be loyalty and part could be fear to get started with nursing, where you'll be "new kid on the block." Or maybe that's how I feel and I'm just projecting...hehe! Perhaps...
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    Need a little bit of advice

    Always_Learning replied to turdfurguson's topic in First Year After Licensure

    By "contingent" do you mean temp-to-hire? Or PRN? I'm just not totally familiar with that terminology. At any rate, I feel a new grad deserves a proper orientation, regardless of how many hours or...
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    Help with fainting please!!

    Always_Learning replied to VN33's topic in General Students

    If it makes you feel any better, I've always found that I have a greater likelihood of feeling woozy when I'm watching a procedure versus performing one. I don't know if it's because I'm focused on...
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    Ok, this one hasn't been done in a while....

    Always_Learning replied to FancypantsRN's topic in General Nursing

    When I first discovered allnurses, I was a pre-nursing student. I considered all kinds of quirky "student nurse" names, but then I thought, "Gee, these won't apply when I graduate. What WOULD apply?"...
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    after my interview, I've been invited in for a job shadow

    Always_Learning replied to melmarie23's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I think it is a good sign, and a good idea at that; it gives you a chance to see if you like the people, the culture of the unit, and the type of work. Take some questions along and make sure to ask;...
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    Could I schedule my NCLEX exam now that I received my ATT ?

    Always_Learning replied to new.grad's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    As far as I know, the ATT is proof that the BON has all of your information. You should be able to schedule. I would just go ahead and try; if anything is amiss you won't be able to schedule. Best of...
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    What to do to Get Ready!

    Always_Learning replied to RickiP's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I tell folks to relax before they start, but no one ever listens! LOL (It's OK...did the same thing!) Good luck to
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    Going into last semester..when to start applying for jobs???

    Always_Learning replied to ashburns4ever's topic in General Students

    Yep...check in your state how long graduate nurses are able to work before licensure (if at all). Use that as a guideline for when to apply. Best of luck to
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    Nursing school pins?

    Always_Learning replied to ForeverLearner2010's topic in General Students

    That's ridiculous. There's no reason you shouldn't be able to use your Grandmother's pin; that sounds absolutely
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    Why is this "regarding uniforms"

    Always_Learning replied to my4helpers's topic in General Students

    Many nursing goals with psych patients include improved communication. Most "authorities" (I can't quote you any here besides my instructors ) believe that wearing clinical-type uniforms (white lab...
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    What are contractures?

    Always_Learning replied to Rajveer Kaur's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Wow...another post? Please attempt to do your own homework or show what you've researched first before asking others to answer
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    what are the preparations for the clinical???

    Always_Learning replied to smily11's topic in General Students

    Your instructors should tell you what to wear and what to bring. One thing I always found helpful, though, was to have a "clinical bag," which had all my clinical stuff in it...stethoscope, scissors,...
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    What comes under the term mechanical ventilation?

    Always_Learning replied to Rajveer Kaur's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Your three questions - posted within several minutes of each other - seem like homework