SoldierNurse22 BSN, RN

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    Too close to the situation for comfort?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to JTinKY's topic in Oncology

    If you feel it is your passion, then go for it. I worked with a nurse who had survived breast cancer. There was no one on that ward who understood more what our patients were going through. Some...
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    I need help!! About hurst review~~

    SoldierNurse22 replied to jenny7rn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    True, there usually IS *that person* at the class, but our teacher was really good about keeping them in line and not getting sidetracked. It was well worth the time if you can get into a live...
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    I need help!! About hurst review~~

    SoldierNurse22 replied to jenny7rn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That I don't know. I'm sure they give you material online, but I'm not sure if you get a book or
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    nitro

    SoldierNurse22 replied to goalienrse's topic in Cardiac

    Even if it WAS an XR dose, I'd hesitate to give it without the OK from the prescribing physician. If his BP has been running low, that could be all he needs to bottom
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    nitro

    SoldierNurse22 replied to goalienrse's topic in Cardiac

    Nope. Nitro relaxes the vessels and causes blood pressure to lower as a result, hence why it's given in an MI (if you can relax the vessels, blood might be able to pass the blockage) and for angina...
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    I need help!! About hurst review~~

    SoldierNurse22 replied to jenny7rn's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the Hurst Review Live and received the book with the class. The class expounds on a lot of information in the book. Honestly, the book wouldn't have made sense without the class. Personally, I...
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    NIGHT SHIFT CENTRAL!

    SoldierNurse22 replied to meanmaryjean's topic in General Nursing

    I always hated how night shifters were often forgotten in ward festivities...holidays, Nurses's week, thank you's from patients...you name it. It's
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    OK BON

    SoldierNurse22 replied to determinedgrl's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Your criminal history...your responsibility. Yep, it will haunt you. Not
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    Old nurse verse New nurse

    SoldierNurse22 replied to blessedmomma247's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Situation #1: Confused or not, if the patient wasn't presenting the s/s that the medication was indicated for, giving the med was the wrong answer. And Nurse J gave YOUR resident a medication without...
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    What made you decide to go for ASN or BSN?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to Idiosyncratic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    BSN: I was a traditional student, trying to get into the Army (they only accept BSN) and I had a college fund courtesy of my parents. No reason not to and every reason to go for the
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    Bossy Nurse Aids

    SoldierNurse22 replied to swirlo's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You may not be her boss proper, but you are the licensed nurse, so you do have authority. Even if you were equals or her subordinate, she is being rude, and that is unacceptable. Are any of the...
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    Patients are always requesting not to have this nurse.

    SoldierNurse22 replied to Emma_H's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yep, had that happen a few times. The nurse I worked with was brash, rude to patients and families, and outright ignored patient requests. Let's call her Nurse D. I was charge two nights in a row...
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    leaving job as cna to return later as rn??

    SoldierNurse22 replied to sam1984's topic in General Students

    It doesn't do you much good to have your foot in the door as CNA if you can't handle the studying schedule and miss out on your RN. You will find a job after college. Don't compromise your education...
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    Good News!

    SoldierNurse22 replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congratulations! I am SO relieved to hear that things have worked out for you! I've also been thinking of you lately and praying that things would fall into place for you. This is such wonderful...
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    Is it helpful to become a CNA before becoming a nurse?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to supermom.of.3's topic in General Nursing

    I also valued my experience as a CNA for all the reasons listed above. I got a lot of exposure to nursing through it and had a better idea of what nurses do. In addition to a general familiarity...
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    Active duty Seeking Help About Schools

    SoldierNurse22 replied to dgate6117's topic in School, College Programs

    Do you have an education office at your station? They should be able to provide you guidance. There are absolutely military-friendly schools that are online. They give a lot of consideration to...
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    Hey is anyones life as a nurse like greys amatomy?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to francoml's topic in Men in Nursing

    Oh my. Let's not perpetuate the Grey's Anatomy myth of nursing. Professional cohesiveness is one thing. Friendships and dating relationships that develop out of a working situation are quite another...
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    Out of curiosity, how many male RNs are former military veterans?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to egypshun03's topic in Men in Nursing

    Uhhh...the OP. Second sentence of the original
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    To extend your duty or not?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to Mshealthness's topic in General Nursing

    So she's just not coming in? You need to tell your cousin to tell the management. That is
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    Hey nurse, why do you smoke?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to emtb2rn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If it were as easy as making a logical decision, no one would smoke. That'd solve a lot of other problems with the world,
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    Out of curiosity, how many male RNs are former military veterans?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to egypshun03's topic in Men in Nursing

    It doesn't surprise me that a good number of civilian sector RNs started out in the military given that 1/3 of nurses in the military are men compared with the 10% of male nurses in the civilian...
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    Poop in nursing

    SoldierNurse22 replied to KATRN78's topic in General Students

    Actually, all that means is that she hasn't seen many patients play with their own poop. That has no bearing on whether or not she's assisted with changes. I was a CNA before I was a nurse. I think...
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    Are Canadian Nurses happier?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to Robar's topic in Canada

    You're welcome! Keep in mind that when you go to interview for a job, like EVERY job, you are also interviewing/observing your future workplace/manager/coworkers. Ask good questions, keep an astute...
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    Are Canadian Nurses happier?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to Robar's topic in Canada

    This study is a little old, but it's the best thing you'll probably find. You can get a lot of anecdotal stories here, but that is far from indicative of what you'll experience in nursing yourself....
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    Will I actually like this?

    SoldierNurse22 replied to strawberryswing's topic in General Students

    I didn't like nursing school. I enjoy nursing. Nursing school does not equal nursing by any