rmkelly

rmkelly

UR, oncology, L&D, IVTherapy

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  1. IV in the forearm = no BP??

    rmkelly replied to Rocker's topic in General Students

    I had turned SMS off to this site - just tuned in to see if any interesting topics. Quickly have been reminded why I tuned out - such judgmental

  2. Need help w/ deficient knowledge nsg dx.

    rmkelly replied to dukesgal's topic in General Students

    I agree ineffective is a better descriptor than

  3. Need help w/ deficient knowledge nsg dx.

    rmkelly replied to dukesgal's topic in General Students

    Poor family coping skills d/t deficient knowledge and understanding of

  4. Expelled once at previous institution...chances for nursing school?

    rmkelly replied to neareast's topic in General Students

    Be honest and

  5. 1st year nursing student

    rmkelly replied to nursingstudentnikkic's topic in General Students

    Amen. The sisterhood is not for sissies. I'm not sure when I learned to both live with my limitations and push beyond

  6. 1st year nursing student

    rmkelly replied to nursingstudentnikkic's topic in General Students

    Been a nurse 37 yrs - I'll let you know when it all comes together for me. I cannot believe all the stuff you guys have to learn!there has been so much progress since I was in school.I've said here...

  7. Senior Student Dilemma

    rmkelly replied to nbenitez's topic in General Students

    Wow! No way you can take the course c0ncurrently with your last classes? Have you approached the prof of your failed class? I failed aclass my very last term - my prof allowed me me to do a paper. It...

  8. Nurse Researcher?

    rmkelly replied to guest042302019's topic in General Students

    Yes!I know pharmaceutical companies sometimes hire RNs I know some nurses work at Procter& Gamble. I currently have an application in for Research Nurse at Jewish Hospital.of cincinnati. (Health...

  9. My 1st Post - Starting BSN program next month... having doubts..

    rmkelly replied to Lools's topic in General Students

    It is a tough profession, it is a calling. And it is tremendpously gratifying. I was debating the next part of my response, but then you practically invited me to share it. I always plead my case (at...

  10. Need some advice

    rmkelly replied to rubylou's topic in General Students

    Diane 227 is correct:legal nurse consulting, UR, QA, management certainly do require some clinical experience, at least in Ohio. Acedemia would be a good fit, perhaps. As a student, I loved My Trends...

  11. Need some advice

    rmkelly replied to rubylou's topic in General Students

    Wow! If you enjoy theory, what about nursing education? One of the reasons there is a nursing shortage is that there is a shortage of nursing

  12. better term for "saggy eldery" skin?

    rmkelly replied to CeilingCat's topic in General Students

    Lack of turgor,

  13. family is too grossed out to hear about my clinicals

    rmkelly replied to msdeannah's topic in General Students

    Frankly, I can eat a sandwich with one hand while I disimpact somebody's granny with the other. No problem. But nobody wants to hear about

  14. nursing burnout

    rmkelly replied to bwhite285's topic in General Students

    Burnout is a terrible phenomena - nursing is so hardphysically, intellectually and emotionally, so it is not a mystery that birnout occurs. Especially when trying to balance that with the demands of...

  15. Withdrew

    rmkelly replied to Nightingale11's topic in General Students

    Bless your heart. I think you've disappointed yourself more than anyone. (I'm familiar with that) it'll get better; you are going to finish? It is tough. Positivity comin' at

  16. Syrup of Ipec

    rmkelly replied to Nightingale11's topic in General Students

    Do you mean ipecac? Meant to induce.

  17. Need to vent about manual BP

    rmkelly replied to OrthoFNP's topic in General Students

    If I seemed condescending, rude, or especially judgemental, I am wholeheartedly sorry. Having said that, and comfort aside, repetitive pressures do cause fluctuation. Also, I asked the question if you...

  18. my first pt (and my CarePlan pt) passed away

    rmkelly replied to CeilingCat's topic in General Students

    By all means talk to your instructor - a first death IS difficult. Actually, a lot are,.as far as your care plan you,re not selfish. There is a wealth you can do on end of life. Your care plan has the...

  19. Is it better to refuse job due to another job offer, or drama in work place?

    rmkelly replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

    Loelei's post was awesome! If you have the opportunity to leave drama without being part of it, that's

  20. Need to vent about manual BP

    rmkelly replied to OrthoFNP's topic in General Students

    Yes, BP can fluctuate. Taking it repetitivelywould cause variation and a difference in technique could cause variation. AND, I wonder did you use the same arm? I wish I could remember the publication,...

  21. What color are your school uniforms?

    rmkelly replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Students

    Should have mentioned that we had 2 men in oiur classM they wore all white. Thank heavens! I also wanted to mention shoes: we wore Clinic oxfords and when we polished them we had to polish the bottom...

  22. What color are your school uniforms?

    rmkelly replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Students

    Mind you, this was 1969: Pink dresses with white bib & cuffs. Girdles were mandatory, and underwear had to be all pink or all white. Can you believe

  23. I would like to become a nurse!

    rmkelly replied to dandymandy06's topic in General Students

    You are unbelievably motivated!I would suggest studying anotomy in detail. It can only assist you in your goals. Best of

  24. Pharmacology study tips for new nursing student

    rmkelly replied to cunchurch2's topic in General Students

    Flashcards are fabulous. Mke them faithfully from your clinical assignments. This will help you lock info in your head. Also, I like to say there were only 10 drugs when I was in school. Now there are...

  25. Do you have to be smart to be a nurse?

    rmkelly replied to ladynurse266's topic in General Students

    Yes!!! You must be smart and be able to think on your feet to be a nurse. I don't know what to tell you about test anxiety. But I can tell you that nurses are the smartest people I