GHGoonette BSN, RN

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    Sigh. Is this really how we are graded?

    GHGoonette replied to eriksoln's topic in General Nursing

    Erik, never shorten your posts! You have a quirky sense of humor which ensures that your posts are entirely worth taking a little time to read through! I hope you're not stressing about this, as you...
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    I accepted a job offer but now I want to change my mind?

    GHGoonette replied to ninaricci's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, by all means retract your acceptance, and be honest about your reasons; they are valid and perfectly understandable. I would phone them so that they are aware ASAP that you are no longer...
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    Another Five Star Management Decision!

    GHGoonette replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    True; I'm thinking in kilograms, and 25kg would put a bit too much strain on my back, although for a normal, reasonably supple person, it's easily doable. But 25 pounds, that's only 12.5kg; I pick up...
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    My Microbiology Teacher told me I can't become a Nurse

    GHGoonette replied to louis345's topic in General Students

    With a microbiology background, such treatment would warrant a little food poisoning in response; Clostridium, for
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    My Microbiology Teacher told me I can't become a Nurse

    GHGoonette replied to louis345's topic in General Students

    OP, to your original question; as a student, no no-one ever told me I wouldn't pass, or were too stupid to complete the course. However, when I was a recently-appointed PACU RN, the UM called me into...
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    Another Five Star Management Decision!

    GHGoonette replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    Five stars? Sounds more like a bunch of black holes to me.... Or perhaps brown A classic example of how meetings keep minutes and waste hours. Seriously, OP, the only way to tackle this idiocy is...
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    PTO/Sick Leave for Nurses

    GHGoonette replied to zem2002's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not 100% sure of what type of leave you're referring to. My company gives 36 days sick leave over a 3 year period, and a maximum of 5 days "family responsibility" every year; this is for occasions...
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    "I'm A Good Nurse" Syndrome

    GHGoonette replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

    I believe that regardless of how good we think we are, if we don't acknowledge that there's always room for new information and improvement, we can't call ourselves "good" at whatever it is we do. As...
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    New job!! Any book recommendations?

    GHGoonette replied to tdncRN's topic in PACU

    What's the name of your book, Snarky? I'd like to find out if it's available on the local
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    Narcotic Counting Book

    GHGoonette replied to NurseKate16's topic in General Nursing

    I think the US has moved away from the kind of schedule drug register such as we use in South Africa. Certainly when I read about narcotics and "wasting", the reference seems to be to a computerized...
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    What to say?

    GHGoonette replied to Gladnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Awaywego got the jump on me -I would suggest exactly the same thing. Central Sterilizing is an excellent learning opportunity, not only for learning the packs and instruments, but for Infection...
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    So angry and annoyed!

    GHGoonette replied to SweettartRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sweettart, I do agree with those who have pointed out that it is difficult for you to be entirely objective, given your strong emotions and fear for your dad. I cannot blame you for that, and I...
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    blood pressure cuff allergy

    GHGoonette replied to rdsxfnrn's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, I agree. There are many causes of what may appear to be an allergic reaction -I occasionally develop one from handling ice- and pressure is one of
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    Has anyone been in trouble at work over what they posted in allnurses.com

    GHGoonette replied to Blackcat99's topic in General Nursing

    I just looked up hidemyass and it took me to the .com one; I'll remember that about logging out if I use the computer at work, though. I never bother logging out at home, but maybe I
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    Has anyone been in trouble at work over what they posted in allnurses.com

    GHGoonette replied to Blackcat99's topic in General Nursing

    There's a site my hubby told me about (after I asked him if he knew about whatsmyip) that conceals your identity. It's called hidemyass, if anyone's
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    New job!! Any book recommendations?

    GHGoonette replied to tdncRN's topic in PACU

    Don't have any books specific to PACU, but I have this link for you: http://www.icufaqs.org/ I have a book at work, but it focuses more on assisting with anaesthetics. Do you perhaps have a Theater...
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    Sexy nurse image in Hooters ad

    GHGoonette replied to Jonathank's topic in General Nursing

    I don't normally correct spelling mistakes, but braziers are actually meant for burning, as in burning things in; like brassieres, for
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    Sexy nurse image in Hooters ad

    GHGoonette replied to Jonathank's topic in General Nursing

    Canes....no really, Canes....you found it funny? Here's funny.......
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    What are the contents of a Patient's chart? Nurses most used parts?

    GHGoonette replied to newbiekenobe's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I can't really answer your question, because I only use those charts that deal with OR, PACU, fluid balance and medication. As for my most-used parts, I'm not telling
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    Nurses in Japan

    GHGoonette replied to EDrunnerRN's topic in Emergency

    For those interested in the scientific comments regarding this disaster, here's an article:...
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    Nurses in Japan

    GHGoonette replied to EDrunnerRN's topic in Emergency

    All the people in Japan and surrounding areas are in need of our prayers. The aftershocks continue, and the news report I heard this morning described them as "constant." I pray for all those working...
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    blood pressure cuff allergy

    GHGoonette replied to rdsxfnrn's topic in General Nursing

    How long does it take to go away? Does she need to take an antihistamine for
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    Has anyone been in trouble at work over what they posted in allnurses.com

    GHGoonette replied to Blackcat99's topic in General Nursing

    Ha! I'm still trying to get someone at work to take an interest in AN! So far, I've only encountered one other South African member, but she doesn't live here anymore.... Seriously though, this is an...
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    Sexy nurse image in Hooters ad

    GHGoonette replied to Jonathank's topic in General Nursing

    One thing we don't see much of in South Africa is the negative portrayal of nurses, except in occasional news investigations targeting specific incidents and hospitals. This thread prompted me to...
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    Sexy nurse image in Hooters ad

    GHGoonette replied to Jonathank's topic in General Nursing

    Ah, found one! Now this is what a low-budget ad should look like!