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    I need Help regarding my situation right now

    Vespertinas replied to Scruffyfy's topic in General Nursing

    What does this have to do with the price of tea in China? And what inane, insulting things you have said. Should I be ignoring this whole post? Because I can't... it's so out
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    giving report to the next level of care

    Vespertinas replied to jlog.j's topic in Medical-Surgical

    What I'm understanding is that the only change to your process is that your patients will be coming to the floor a little sooner only after the bed has been assigned. This should not cause the ED to...
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    Freaking out. FFP = "fresh frozen platelets" or "fresh frozen plasma"

    Vespertinas replied to dlcj's topic in General Nursing

    ??????
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    Am I wrong for calling off? Please help!

    Vespertinas replied to np2b4me's topic in General Nursing

    Personally, I would have not called out because I would have felt AWFUL for the patients and the LPN. I would also start my shift with a protest of assignment and continue my shift with the...
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    Freaking out. FFP = "fresh frozen platelets" or "fresh frozen plasma"

    Vespertinas replied to dlcj's topic in General Nursing

    Relax. 1) If you think that was a case of lateral harassment, you have no idea what it can be like. 2) I am pretty sure OCNRN was using you as an example of many other posters who DO use the forum...
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    Language Barriers.

    Vespertinas replied to katc90's topic in General Nursing

    While a translator service is ideal, it sounds as if the OP's facility does not provide such a service. For the record, even in my facility which does have translator services, it has been made clear...
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    classic littman vs cardiology scope?

    Vespertinas replied to Good Morning, Gil's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have the Classic SE II. I prefer it over the lightweight bc the lightweight is sold as for "basic blood pressure and limited physical assessment" only The cardiology though requires a bit of skilled...
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    I either need day shift or to be single. Vent

    Vespertinas replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    First of all... he's vacuuming and doing laundry? Amazing. Second, let me tell you how frustrating it will be for HIM that now that you're working night shift, his life will have to stop while you're...
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    do the really ask this on the NCLEX?

    Vespertinas replied to psu_213's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Why shouldn't it be an NCLEX question? One of the topics it and other certification exams cover is legal aspects of care. We wrangle with managing these responsibilities everyday in our
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    1st Nursing Cartoon caption contest - win $100

    Vespertinas replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    So where's my
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    Madame, your ignorance is astounding

    Vespertinas replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    I gotta say... I think that post went wholly* underappreciated. That was a gem. *maybe not "wholly" but I like the
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    Waking up the crabby butts

    Vespertinas replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    This all brings me to what I constantly think about the hospital which is... GOD HELP ME if I become a patient. We know why we must do what we do. But it must be MADDENING to the average person who...
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    Waking up the crabby butts

    Vespertinas replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    You're night shift? Don't worry about assessments or vitals OR meds! Just make sure the refrigerators are still running when day shift comes back. .................juuuuust
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    hyponatremia replacement

    Vespertinas replied to OreoCookie3's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    "The serum sodium concentration is the primary determinant of the serum osmolality. The fall in serum osmolality in patients with true hyponatremia promotes water movement into the brain and, if the...
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    I'm SN, but I Can't Handle The Other Students

    Vespertinas replied to SirSpyCat's topic in General Nursing

    There were times when I thought that my study group was not reciprocating my input... but then I realized that reviewing information with them which I already thought I was familiar with actually...
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    1st Nursing Cartoon caption contest - win $100

    Vespertinas replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I think management took it literally when I said we work like dogs around
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    Madame, your ignorance is astounding

    Vespertinas replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Either AllNurses.com represents a disproportionately large segment of RNs who are NOT displeased to wipe poo but in my experience... it's probably half-half between RNs who don't mind and those who...
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    Whoever invented the lunch and learn

    Vespertinas replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    what?! what?!! if this is true, this is amazing. that's exactly what i was thinking! is she serious? the whole starting over thing is a bit much though.. that is really a
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    agency nurse asks..how to deal with difficult staff nurse

    Vespertinas replied to Kashia's topic in Agency Nurses

    I was hoping someone would say that. If you can't handle anything less than the most professional and polite conversation, then maybe you're the problem in some instances of communication
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    Funny "Code" Last Night

    Vespertinas replied to PMFB-RN's topic in General Nursing

    I've shamelessly straddled patients. I mean, before other interventions begin, I think it's great for
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    agency nurse asks..how to deal with difficult staff nurse

    Vespertinas replied to Kashia's topic in Agency Nurses

    Please tell me you're in a management position. Otherwise, your level of familiarity with self-help books scares
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    Funny "Code" Last Night

    Vespertinas replied to PMFB-RN's topic in General Nursing

    Get out!!
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    Funny "Code" Last Night

    Vespertinas replied to PMFB-RN's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting. I once got a protein shake for an RN who asked me for a
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    New Nurses Precepting Students/New Hires?

    Vespertinas replied to All4NursingRN's topic in General Nursing

    I think a few months is far too little experience to precept. But after a year I believe a conscientious RN can get a student. This activity turned out to be useful in many ways on my old floor. For...
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    Standard practice for arterial line pulls

    Vespertinas replied to butofcourse's topic in Cardiac

    yeah thats what I mistakenly thought at