SlightlyMental_RN

SlightlyMental_RN

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  1. List of most commonly prescibed meds, please

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to Stcroix's topic in General Nursing

    I think that you'll need to narrow your focus a bit. Where will you be for your first clinicals? A nursing home? Med/surg? Labor and

  2. Current job won't give the day off for new job orientation.

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to NurseFrustrated's topic in General Nursing

    When I was in this situation in the past, I told my boss when I needed off. I didn't ask. Unfortunately, since you've already put it out there, I think you'll just have to grin and bear it. Just...

  3. What is your vision for redecorating an alzheimers/locked unit?

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to wiley6coyote's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    As the daughter of an Alzheimer's patient, I think decorating like a cheerful home would be great (think buttercream yellow with lots of plants, inexpensive prints on the walls). If you are from a...

  4. "if you weren't so obese, you probably wouldn't have 1/2 the illnesses you do"

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to SNB1014's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, as some one that works in chemical dependency detox and psych: There is a difference. Again, let's please keep to the topic on hand, which is helping the

  5. "if you weren't so obese, you probably wouldn't have 1/2 the illnesses you do"

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to SNB1014's topic in General Nursing

    Oh for cripes sakes. Please stop...Really, the OP is looking for ideas to regain her compassion. This is neither the time nor place to let this dissolve into a bash the fatties

  6. "if you weren't so obese, you probably wouldn't have 1/2 the illnesses you do"

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to SNB1014's topic in General Nursing

    You say that your parents are fat....how about you picture the patient as your parent? Perhaps that would help you to think about how you see them and address their

  7. Working 12 hour shifts

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to Berdena K's topic in General Nursing

    The hospital I worked at previously had both 8's and 12's. I've done both, and due to being a bit older, I like the 8 hours. 12 hour shifts just wiped me out too much, plus I didn't like not being...

  8. Work calling 3-4+ times a week to come in

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to PAERRN20's topic in General Nursing

    Don't let them give you guilt! Repeat after me, "No, I cannot work that shift. I have plans." If you know that there might be a day of the week that you are more available, give it to your nurse...

  9. HAPPY HALLOWEEN.....

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to ErinDel's topic in General Nursing

    Last night we watched the episode "Blink" from Doctor Who. So scary...I

  10. HAPPY HALLOWEEN.....

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to ErinDel's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks! I'm handing out candy tonight with some devil horns on. It's nice to not have to work, for

  11. One bad egg...

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to OttawaRPN's topic in General Nursing

    We are in our home, too! My daughter received a stuffed sheep when she was 3 from my hubby, and it's been Shaun ever since. :) Alternate names for Wallace and Gromit titles, courtesy of my daughter...

  12. One bad egg...

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to OttawaRPN's topic in General Nursing

    Goodness sakes....every clinical site that I was at, and my current workplace included are so freakin' hot, I can't imagine having to wear a lab coat. As it is, we all sweat in our short-sleeve...

  13. Dressing up on Halloween... unprofessional?

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to agent's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Agreed...probably not the best in some situations. However, festive earrings and/or the headbands w/funny attachments are easy to remove and don't look too unprofessional. I work in chemical...

  14. Called in... Feel guilty.

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    Weird...the same thing happened to my hubby last

  15. My day as a patient

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to RkfdNurse1's topic in General Nursing

    All I can say is, "Holy crap." And,

  16. Nursing concerns....

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to Vaikinglee's topic in General Nursing

    Whew, I'm glad I'm not the only one that did a double-take. OP, yes, you will need to figure out if you and/or your significant other can handle your working with people's private parts--there's...

  17. Can't stop thinking about it.

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to Nurse Cathy Foley's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Sounds like b/p meds need adjusting. Any idea if after sitting up for a bit if her b/p came up? Don't kick yourself over this--sounds like you did everything

  18. Lurkers

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to themoreyouknow's topic in General Nursing

    "I'm sorry, but I'll need to have you move away from the nurses' station, as we have private information on other patients that you aren't supposed to see. " We also have signs posted on the...

  19. Patients that are not allowed narcotics

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to Jo West's topic in Emergency

    In my area, they are often directed to my unit (chemical dependency

  20. How to carry yourself under high stress?

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to winter_green's topic in General Nursing

    When I'm under a lot of stress, I tend to become very focused, and honestly, I think that's okay. However, I never lose my appreciation for the absurd or my ability to laugh at myself. (Warped...

  21. Thoughts on Christmas scrubs...Yea or no way?

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to GoECU's topic in General Nursing

    I'll be wearing my Christmas tree and Santa print scrubs after

  22. Feeling discouraged & scared. HELP!!

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to LillyRose's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    To answer you questions: Only you know if this is the right decision for you. Is nursing something that you feel strongly about? Have you wanted to do this for a while, or did you only decide to go...

  23. If you go to the ER or doctor's office, do you tell them you're a nurse?

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I live in a small town, and the secret is out.

  24. New nurse needs help, please

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to aussiemom's topic in General Nursing

    ((hugs)) Doesn't the first year suck? It does get better, but I know how bad you feel, as I remember it all too well. Here's how I made it through the first year: 1.) Learn how to forgive yourself....

  25. Soooo I came home from work and had my 1st panic attack....

    SlightlyMental_RN replied to artistnurse's topic in Health, Stress Management

    The biggest help for me has been to master time management skills. I religiously use a time grid, and chart as I go, so as to not have the anxiety of everything piling up on me last minute. If I...