NativeMainer

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1. Did I cause my patient to die faster?

   NativeMainer replied to lou_tango's topic in General Nursing

   No, you did not make the patient pass sooner. After nearly 30 years experience I can tell you that patients who are already dying seem to pass shortly after repositioning. I don't know of any physiological reason for this, but it seems to happen th...

2. Question about Concealed Weapons Carry

   NativeMainer replied to sambo23's topic in Florida

   As a nursing faculty I can tell you that, unless you say something, no one in the school will even know you have a concealed carry permit. Most facilities do not allow firearms in the building, so leave it in your vehicle or at home during clinical....

3. Anesthesia: The Last and First Thing You Heard

   NativeMainer replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

   The last thing I remember hearing before surgery to open up breast abcesses (side effect of radiation therapy for breast cancer): "Oh my God, her blood pressure's gone." In the recovery room: "Dr. X took biopsies, the cancer's probably back." I ...

4. Please Share Your 5 Most Effective Study Strategies

   NativeMainer replied to jd2nurse's topic in General Students

   1. Most nursing textbooks come with a connection to an internet site with a lot of study aides, NCLEX style questions, and other ativities. You'll be sure to find something that matches your learning style there to complement straight text-book rea...