Sun0408 ASN, RN

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    Phenergan dilution

    Sun0408 replied to EDnatasha's topic in Emergency

    I don't think it's safe to do it that way. The pt would not get relief as fast as they should nor do you have the time to watch the whole NS L go in to make sure the site is good etc. Also you run the...
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    Phenergan dilution

    Sun0408 replied to EDnatasha's topic in Emergency

    Are you a RN? Doing that in a 1000cc bag, why? 50cc bag or even a 100cc bag I could see but not 1000. Depends on hospital policy, many have moved away from IVP because of the dangers. Look it up if...
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    Will you answer all the dumb questions I should already know the answers to?

    Sun0408 replied to StudentNurseYr3's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Hospital policy vary greatly from hospital to hospital. For the safety of your pts and the care you render, you need to get over your fear and ask your preceptor!!! The charge nurse and nurse manager...
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    Want to swap to ICU but I cry during codes

    Sun0408 replied to Aliareza's topic in MICU, SICU

    If you can't handle codes, don't do it. Codes don't bother me but the pts that are rotting from inside out, or outside in. Laying in the bed crying, on the vent, pressure to soft to medicate are the...
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    I love a nurse

    Sun0408 replied to johnsbro's topic in Emergency

    Oh and you will get better with
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    I love a nurse

    Sun0408 replied to johnsbro's topic in Emergency

    Nope, I'm not your wife lol. I'm sitting beside my hubby right now. Trust me, it's the small things that mean the most!!! It cost you nothing to do any of the thins that I listed and trust me, she...
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    Where can I find Royal Blue Scrubs in Houston?

    Sun0408 replied to ant123's topic in Texas Nursing

    Don't buy the koi royal blue scrubs!! They fade so fast. I bought a pair with several other brands and they are almost light blue
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    I love a nurse

    Sun0408 replied to johnsbro's topic in Emergency

    Cook, clean, do the laundry without me having to ask, take out the trash. Ya know, do things around the house so it all doesn't fall on her, if you don't already!!! Nothing better than coming home...
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    Treating Respiratory Failure With Ativan/Lorazapam

    Sun0408 replied to shellyscorner's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    How did the pt respond?? You wrote so much but wrote nothing about how the pt responded. Not saying this lady was not experiencing a true issue, but I've seen some crazy things people do to get...
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    Giving up my dog

    Sun0408 replied to Bsb5685's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This has got to be a troll post!! Just joined, first post and gone. OP if you are real and this did happen shame on you. I had 3 kids small while in nursing school, a husband a dog a cat and 3 yes...
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    Does having a medical coding cert give you a better chance to get in nursing school

    Sun0408 replied to KZ2016's topic in General Nursing

    CNA's typically work 3 12 hour shifts per week. This leaves plenty of time for nursing school and your home life. The course is very quick. Coders work typically M-F 8a -5p. Plus the 2 semesters and...
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    does it take longer to update if you failed?

    Sun0408 replied to strawberryblonde's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's possible your results are on hold. Until the hold is lifted, your BON won't get any
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    Best practice for unused med in amp

    Sun0408 replied to Amanda739's topic in Patient Medications

    If they are not giving the whole vial, why are they not wasting it?? Seems like a BON nightmare. Not to mention the issues you already stated. I would pull out what was ordered, waste the remaining...
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    Seeking real assistance here

    Sun0408 replied to EstrellaAzul's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't see anyone judging you. Employers do not care why you left. Most don't really care about you at all. Their only concern is are you dependable and can you do the job. In two cases you didn't...
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    Multi-dose insulin vials

    Sun0408 replied to Sunshine716's topic in Patient Medications

    We did the pens about 4 years ago and stopped. I miss them but I guess it became to expensive for the hospital to continue. Back to the multi vials for SS. We don't have to have a
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    Hi I can't decide if I should do a 2 year or a 4 year program

    Sun0408 replied to kh88's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It really depends on your area. Some areas prefer BSN while others require BSN. I've been a ADN RN for 6+ years and have had no issues finding a job. I work in the ICU also so before someone says well...
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    Multi-dose insulin vials

    Sun0408 replied to Sunshine716's topic in Patient Medications

    We do it this way also. Wow OP, this must be expensive and wasteful for the pt and
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    TNCC

    Sun0408 replied to floridaRN38's topic in Emergency

    That's not right. They should give it to you at least a month before the class. Dang, I was hoping for a true re-cert
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    TNCC

    Sun0408 replied to floridaRN38's topic in Emergency

    Did they not give you a TNCC book? They should. I'm due to take mine again but haven't yet. I didn't think TNCC was a re-cert?? It was my understanding you have to do both days just like if you had...
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    switching ICUs?

    Sun0408 replied to CritcareRN13's topic in MICU, SICU

    Previous posters hit it on the head!! I love trauma but sometimes it's a very sad place to be. We cant save them all and sometimes we are there for end of life and to help the family memebers left...
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    Would I be ready to leave to another floor after 6 months?

    Sun0408 replied to NURSEJSS's topic in Nursing Career

    I would rethink leaving the hospital. Short staffing chronically is usually hospital wide. Also, those violent pts you talk about go through the ED first and then the floor after they leave the ICU....
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    New Nurse; To start a New IV or not?

    Sun0408 replied to carebear1980's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It happens, move forward and get lots of practice [emoji6]. I've seen new grads do the same, not because they didn't want to do it but they lacked confidence and skill. I've done the same thing. My...
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    New Nurse; To start a New IV or not?

    Sun0408 replied to carebear1980's topic in First Year After Licensure

    OP, the fact that you posted so much back information on your IV skills or lack there of makes me think you avoided changing it. It's a skill that takes practice. If a pt complains of pain with a IV...
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    Loss of a parent and finishing preceptorship

    Sun0408 replied to freshoftheboat's topic in General Students

    If I misread you, I'm sorry. Student or new nurse, I would still say the same
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    Loss of a parent and finishing preceptorship

    Sun0408 replied to freshoftheboat's topic in General Students

    I think it's a combo of both. As a student any area will be difficult and there is a lot you don't know and won't know until you experience it first hand. After graduation and you become a nurse you...