GHGoonette BSN, RN

PACU, OR

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    Why are patients scheduled for operation not allowed to eat?

    GHGoonette replied to ms.pebbles's topic in General Nursing

    Another aspect of the frequent stool problem; open reduction internal fixation is open orthopedic surgery, and asepsis is particularly strict in orths. Contamination can lead to infection within the...
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    Let's hear how awesome nursing is!

    GHGoonette replied to SummitRN's topic in General Nursing

    In South Africa we get a whole hour lunch break-by law! I think that's pretty positive, don't
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    Post Arrival Gait Disturbance Syndrome(PAGDS)

    GHGoonette replied to patrice meursault's topic in Emergency

    This "phenomenon" is not restricted to patients. Do you have those staff members who come limping on duty, complaining about how sore their backs/feet/knees are? So brave, so determined not to let...
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    Within the scope of practice

    GHGoonette replied to GRUNGE's topic in General Nursing

    Dead right, it's like asking your husband to fix the
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    Small nose piercings at work?

    GHGoonette replied to SarahAnn10's topic in General Nursing

    Apart from that, a nasty cold will make you cringe, never mind anyone else! Definitely not allowed where I work, also no visible tattoos. Small ear studs and plain silver or gold neck chains
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    A worn out topic

    GHGoonette replied to artistnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I just give 'em the laaaazy
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    Why did you if you hate it ?

    GHGoonette replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, these are the harpoon jabs-as opposed to pin pricks-that harry many youngsters of real potential out of the profession. TV shows, recruitment drives, medical-theme novels, none of them really...
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    Why did you if you hate it ?

    GHGoonette replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing

    We had one (thank goodness-only one!) like that; appointed as ICU Unit Manager no less! This lady (we'll call her Madame Fifi) believed the only uniform for her was the mini dress; she also believed...
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    Question how much do you love this site?

    GHGoonette replied to MsbossyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I live on the other side of the planet from you, and I find it fascinating to read about nurses' experiences in different countries. I am not a paid member as yet, but I intend "officially" joining as...
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    Why did you if you hate it ?

    GHGoonette replied to johnny depp23's topic in General Nursing

    This is exactly what we are currently experiencing. Top brass refusing to appoint more staff even though doctors' and patients' complaints are going through the roof. Delaying tactics when motivated...
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    GOAL -- Weight Loss and healthier living

    GHGoonette replied to AKFLIGHTRN's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Back in 2007 I weighed 106kg; I did a conversion to lbs and was horrified to see it equals 233lbs! At a "towering" 5ft 1in I was starting to look like a bath plug. By June the next year I was 66kgs,...
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    need advice - meeting with HR

    GHGoonette replied to Lola77's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with this, if it's possible. Ever thought of checking out
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    What Is Your Most Gross, Yucky, Disgusting Nursing Horror Story?

    GHGoonette replied to yazisizit's topic in Nursing Humor

    This isn't so much of a horror story but I still laugh about it after nearly 30 years-and the joke was well and truly on me! In my student days I nursed a very sweet old gentleman who had been...
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    You know you're dedicated to your patients when...

    GHGoonette replied to CaitlinLiz's topic in Nursing Humor

    We have a burglar alarm, the control box is just outside our bedroom door. We also have an elderly lady who stays with us and her bedroom is next door to ours. Hubby and I were in bed and asleep the...
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    am I crazy to even think about this?

    GHGoonette replied to Lola77's topic in General Nursing

    You don't have to answer this if it's too personal, but why did your husband drag you 200 miles away? Did he have a job offer himself? I'm just asking, is it fair to call him stupid? I'm sure he...
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    Quick rant

    GHGoonette replied to MinnieMomRN's topic in General Nursing

    I've also heard the comment, "If I do this for them now, tomorrow it's my job.."
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    Great article on hospice/end of life

    GHGoonette replied to catlvr's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank you. I have copied this article and will place a copy in our in service training folder. This is something all of us have to think of, in order to develop our own ars
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    Is this a Hipaa Violation?

    GHGoonette replied to JWEMT's topic in General Nursing

    Then I go along fully with others who have advised OP to report
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    Transferring from ICU to PACU

    GHGoonette replied to Hoozdo's topic in PACU

    Howdy to you too! (I presume that's what Hoozdoo means!) I've been in a PACU for 20 years, but in my country (South Africa) we still call them Recovery Rooms. Reading some of the posts of American...
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    Is this a Hipaa Violation?

    GHGoonette replied to JWEMT's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not an FB member, and if I were I'd only use it to communicate with my children and grandson. However, I do have various colleagues who are members, and I will speak to them about the kind of info...
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    Leading (or best) practice

    GHGoonette replied to JulieBoolie's topic in General Nursing

    Relax! People are just asking for more info on the type of thing you're looking for! I suppose you've already tried the AN search engine; list the things you've been asked to research so people can...
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    If I had a dollar every time I heard....

    GHGoonette replied to bobber's topic in General Nursing

    With a built in shock function every time they're late for their theater lists! Just push the button and zap! I love
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    I need help...keep forgetting to waste narcs

    GHGoonette replied to BabyLady's topic in General Nursing

    Whew, when I read some of these posts I realize how far behind the times we are in my country! We don't use computers or "med machines" to record our administrations, our opiates and other scheduled...
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    First big nursing mistake....need some support

    GHGoonette replied to KSU-SN's topic in General Nursing

    Nobody's gonna beat you up, honey-if they try, just send 'em to ME! And no-one's gonna talk about you behind your back either-they're too busy worrying about the mistakes THEY made, or the things THEY...
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    Headaches the day after work

    GHGoonette replied to moonischasingme1's topic in General Nursing