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    condom catheters

    Been there,done that replied to 84RN's topic in General Nursing

    This is where critical thinking skills are needed. Securing the condom cath is not the answer. Finding another solution to the incontinence
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    condom catheters

    Been there,done that replied to 84RN's topic in General Nursing

    When the caregiver told him I was removing the foley this morning, he looked at me and said "God bless you!" AWW.. give him a little kiss from me. Forget the condom cath.. will never work. He...
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    4.0 in nursing school?

    Been there,done that replied to RubySlippers:)'s topic in General Students

    The initial response of "This is completely unhealthy. Where did you learn this?" is unfounded and confrontational. You have NO clue how I treat MY patients. My patients , my colleagues, and my...
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    4.0 in nursing school?

    Been there,done that replied to RubySlippers:)'s topic in General Students

    Respond WHEN and if you become a nursing
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    Religion and nursing school

    Been there,done that replied to natmanzo's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Your time with God does not have to spent in a church. You can do it anywhere. The creator has guided you to nursing... the creator is pleased that you are following the
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    Things you tell newbies

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

    I had the same exact experience.! A CNA was assisting me with post mortem care.. the deceased exhaled air when turned. She dropped him ... and ran out the door. I'm hard nosed... it was too late to...
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    Butterflies

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

    Agree buttterflys should not be used for infusion. However, what are you gonna do? Of course you need to remove the tape and gauze to view the insertion site...another reason to just restart . Any...
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    4.0 in nursing school?

    Been there,done that replied to RubySlippers:)'s topic in General Students

    "Completely unhealthy".... riiight:rolleyes:.As someone who has actually gone to nursing school I know that the desire to succeed in that endeavour is quite healthy. The curriculum is difficult and...
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    4.0 in nursing school?

    Been there,done that replied to RubySlippers:)'s topic in General Students

    Oh yeah, it can be done.I missed an A by a fraction of a point in anatomy and physiology.Ended with a 3.9 something. Now, a gazillion years later..... none of it matters. I am hired for a nursing...
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    When will the anxiety fade?

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

    I feel your pain. Anxiety reactions are entirely individual. Find a colleague you can trust.... bounce any concerns off of them. Happy nursing.. you can do
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    Why does this man's personality change instantly

    Been there,done that replied to Butterfly92xo's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    He does not have an attitude... YOU do. Why on earth would you argue with any resident, let alone one that is cognitively impaired? I hear McDonald's is
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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    Been there,done that replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Entirely up to the way the policy is written. Most policies will pay if suicide occurs one year from
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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    Been there,done that replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Thank you. Here's hoping you stay well! You have addressed the issue of faith and euthanasia. I had not thought of that. Certainly would add to the confusion. I only have faith in myself.. and the...
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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    Been there,done that replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Absolutely. However, if you cant do it.. find someone who
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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    Been there,done that replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Right there with you, compadre. Put down one of the loves of my life.My WONDERFUL border collie with metz to the spine. It was just time.. to end her suffering. Again... it takes cojones .. to make...
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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    Been there,done that replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Do not ever say I am narrow minded. I have been there.. done that.. I pulled the plug on my FATHER. It took much courage... to let him go. He was dead on a vent.. . already cold .. with the Q...
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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    Been there,done that replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Please re- read my statement. I said.. it takes courage to carry out the patient's wishes. Not implying anything. "lack of courage is the only reason someone would oppose euthanasia" does not...
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    Just starting my new job in a Cardiovascular Care Unit!

    Been there,done that replied to misava's topic in Cardiac

    From 3 years in a SNF to CCU is a fabulous opportunity for you! Congrats! Sure you know your respiratory.. but study , study,study your rhythms and cardiac meds/ drips. Good luck, let us know how...
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    Question on reacting to tachycardic afib

    Been there,done that replied to DatMurse's topic in Cardiac

    She was "admitted for a dumb reason". Please expound on that. Thought she was admitted for bradycardia, possible
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    Question on reacting to tachycardic afib

    Been there,done that replied to DatMurse's topic in Cardiac

    Just because the hospitalist is aware, is does not mean nursing is doing the "right" thing. The fact that an uncontrolled fib has been going on so long.... it was then seen as the normal rhythm.. is...
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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    Been there,done that replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    However...cojones are needed. Many healthcare professionals don't have this necessary
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    Nursing jobs

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

    I was offered many jobs after the age of 40. Are you sure your resume is up to snuff? Ask someone to role play an interview for you, and get your interview style critiqued. What area do you live
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    Family member Hell

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

    If a family member accessed the EMR..Report it to your manager and the Compliance officer. Any requests for info .. would be denied . Document ,document,
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    Voluntary Euthanasia

    Been there,done that replied to GARY_FL_NURSE's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Euthanasia comes from the Greek language and means „good death“. NO one but me... should have any thing to say about MY idea of a of a good
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    While You are In Here..I May As Well Try To Go To The Bathroom....

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

    I thought about just getting them up to a commode also. Scratched that... promptly. The patient is requesting help to the bathroom. A commode will simply not cut it. Again.. HCAPHS. Ambulation to...