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    Involuntary Admissions in Inpatient unit

    Been there,done that replied to Cookchow's topic in General Nursing

    No specific experience in a unit like that. I am wondering what the staffing ratio is. Are the nurses trained to never turn their backs on these
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    My patient showed me her farts.

    Been there,done that replied to CrunchBerries's topic in General Nursing

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    My patient showed me her farts.

    Been there,done that replied to CrunchBerries's topic in General Nursing

    Not your vent.. the patient "vented". It's all good.. FLATUS achieved! Send 'em home. Thinking you are tired of charting
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    Patients wants a back rub

    Been there,done that replied to Oceanpacific's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As per previous posters, nurses are taught.. and understand the importance and benefits of human touch. It works wonders. In the current hospital environment, nurses barely have time to glance at...
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    New Nurse on Paxil

    Been there,done that replied to elomi18's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Many other ways to treat anxiety than using chemicals that change your brain
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    What have nursing interviews become

    Been there,done that replied to Hippy chick's topic in General Nursing

    After 21 years in the same position, the hiring process will feel foreign/ strange. Remember, all of those involved in the hiring process, have bosses that they must answer to if you are hired and...
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    demands in nursing

    Been there,done that replied to bdunning's topic in General Nursing

    You need an accountant and a crystal ball to answer those questions. AN is here for guidance, not to do your
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    days off- a rant

    Been there,done that replied to Fruit Sucker's topic in General Nursing

    Apparently, you ARE a sucker.You've let them manipulate you into coming in. They won't stop until YOU
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    I Hate People (my rant)

    Been there,done that replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Perhaps you are allergic to humans? A New Twist In The Story For Adam, The Dog Allergic To Humans - BarkPost
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    Is This Behavior Inappropriate?

    Been there,done that replied to Arizona#1RN's topic in General Nursing

    You've made it through one year in this toxic environment. You now have some options. Have you received responses from your emails yet? You state you are in a large hospital. Thinking you are not in...
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    Doctors Don't Always Listen: Bridging the Communication Gap

    Been there,done that replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    Bridging the gap requires nerves of steel and usually a lot of experience. I myself, am impervious to the C word. It takes great self control to stare down a doctor.. that is screaming at you....
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    Doctors Don't Always Listen: Bridging the Communication Gap

    Been there,done that replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    Well, that outta bridge the
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    Engagement/Wedding Ring Question

    Been there,done that replied to SingDanceRunLife's topic in General Nursing

    I'm confused, you stated the stone could be too soft for someone that uses their hands a lot, then stated you will be in an
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    Was I right, wrong, or am I going crazy

    Been there,done that replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    She needed a foley worse than she needed an ET tube. Did you manage to sucker somebody into
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    Patients family in the medical field

    Been there,done that replied to dreamer30's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Let me guess, you wouldn't want me for your nurse
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    I Hate People (my rant)

    Been there,done that replied to AlyaMF's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "And I don't know if it's a thing on here or not to troll on Allnurses but I didn't make this thread to provide entertainment to you all." Haven't read very many threads here, have
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    Orientee with untreated ADHD

    Been there,done that replied to ICU.RN23's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    You need to treat her as any other orientee. Perform your weekly evaluations, noting any areas that need improvement. When she is on her own, the docs, patients, and admins... will not be...
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    Intellectual Hospitality

    Been there,done that replied to hppygr8ful's topic in General Nursing

    Ain't nobody got time for
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    Am I the only one that's done this?

    Been there,done that replied to Trama_junky's topic in General Nursing

    Attempting an invasive procedure on myself.. is not part of the
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    Nursing Shortage: Yea or Nay?

    Been there,done that replied to BabyRN2Be's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing shortages are cyclical .I don't have a crystal ball..but..when the crusty old bats finally retire... a new shortage will
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    I give in, I'm a COB

    Been there,done that replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    Quite sure I fulfill the requirements. Don't want to join. I will never be old. Just want to guide instead of
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    Arrogant "know it all" RN

    Been there,done that replied to ArrowRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The fact that she is the charge nurse, holds all of the value. They NEED to know it all. This is not the housekeeper or the president. This is someone responsible for the functioning of the unit,...
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    Calling diabetes experts

    Been there,done that replied to Libby1987's topic in General Nursing

    Certainly agree not all have the same nursing judgement. I was not saying throw protocol to the wind. I was saying ...nursing judgement must also be applied when following a set protocol. When the...
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    The Truth About Nursing

    Been there,done that replied to LorieStesk's topic in General Nursing

    Ahh. A witness to nursing. Can I get a
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    The Truth About Nursing

    Been there,done that replied to LorieStesk's topic in General Nursing

    Like totally, man. Best of luck to you both. I have seen way to many wannabees, that think they want to be a nurse so they can kootchie- koo babies for $40 an