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The hcg weight loss program participants have labs done at another facility before starting, but no labs are done on the people who just want the b12.

They have an HCG weight loss program and thr shots are in conjunction with that. They also offer the b12 if people just want it for the boost. An MD is associated with the office as they also own/run a non narcotic pain management program though he is not physically at the location I work at. I know they are places in the area such as "Any Lab Test Now" facilities that you can go to in the area that offer b12 shots and you don't need a script for it so I don't think there is any legal issues with administering it.

They didn't necessarily "make" me give it in the deltoid. I asked how B12 was given (prior to this the only injections I have done are a few pneumo vaccinations). The chiro I worked for said we give 3mls in the deltoid. That's why I administered it that way. Once I got home, I was looking online to make sure I was using the correct needle size for IM injections and that is when I realized that I maybe should not be giving 3mLs in the deltoid. The office I work for does not have any kind of policies or procedures manual which is why I asked how they usually give the injections. It is a very small office that does mainly chiro stuff. Am I putting myself at risk by giving 3mls in the deltoid? Can you all suggest any resources to show the chiro why I should not be giving 3mls in the deltoid when I bring it up? I just want to have something to back me up when I bring it up beacuse I don't want to "rock the boat" as it is a very low stress nursing job, with awesome hours and a decent salary.

Hi All, I am a new nurse that just started a new job. It's in a chiro office so it's a lot of administrative stuff but I will also be doing alot of b12 injections. They had me giving 3mls of B12 in the deltoid today. I came home to brush up on my injections skills and realized I should not be giving more than 1ml in the deltoid! I'm assuming their past nurses have been doing this also or I'm sure it would have been brought up...Anyways, my question is-Is is OK to give 3mls in the deltoid? No one complained of it hurting today. Also, isn't b12 supposed to be given in a z track method? How the heck do you do the z-track method on the deltoid easily? Thanks in advance for any help!

I worked at the Red Cross (and got my certification through them) and when I started school they made me take the AHA class. Actually my Red Cross class was a lot more hands on, we actually had to breathe through a mask into the mannequin and make the chest rise and fall. With my AHA class we just said breathe, breathe for the breaths. I also had to take a written test with Red Cross in order to get my card. The school said we have to have AHA because that is what the hospitals require and they want everyone taught the same way?

I just learned this at school and they tell us 1-2 inches after urine, inflate balloon and then tug.

I am just halfway through my first quarter to becoming an LPN and I wanted to get recommendations for a good NCLEX practice questions book. I plan on going straight into the RN program (if my grades are good enough) but would like to go ahead and take the PN NCLEX when I am able to. Do you have any suggestions that you feel help you a lot or others to stay away from? Thanks!

Being the Mom of a child that requires private duty nursing care, (we go through an agency and our insurance pays for it), my advice would be to go through an agency. I would think the majority of parents that have a child that requires nursing care could not afford to pay out of pocket. Also with an agency, you can get benefits and they will have back-ups should you become unavailable.

I am considering filing bankruptcy due to credit card and medical bill debt. I am not yet a nurse but I was curious if I was too file would it be an issue when I go to get a job as a nurse. I know most employers these days have you sign paperwork allowing them to look at your credit history among other things. I am worried because I know the job market is already hard and I do't want to make it harder for myself but filing for bankruptcy would lift a huge weight off my shoulders. Thanks in advance for any advice. P.s. Before any of you ********** say anything (I know you are out there), I have a very valid reason for being in this debt and not be able to pay these bills.

I appreciate every ones response weather I agree with what you have to say or not. It has made me really think more about it. I plan on moving forward with full time for the first quarter and then depending on how that goes decide what I want to do. I have the option of going part time at night (it will take twice as long to graduate that way) but if that is the better route for me then that is what I will do.

Thank you all for your kind expressions of sympathy. While I did ask for your opinions-I am feeling totally judged. To the person who told me to consider putting my child first instead of myself: Please come walk a few days in my shoes. I firmly believe that you must take care of yourself before you can take care of others. What good am I if I sit home depressed all day everyday? I feel that some of you (most of you) get the impression that my son is not my priority. Honestly, when it comes down to it I don't care what anyone thinks or assumes-no one can truly understand my situation. I just wonder if my friends and family who seem so supportive are really thinking these things in the back of their heads.

I understand your position when you say to spend this time with my son BUT while I enjoy every single second that I have with him I feel like if I sit home with him for the next who knows 3 months, 3 years, 6,7,8 years that I will become depressed and unmotivated. I already feel that I have become lazy and feel the need to be a part of society. I know I can fulfill that need though working part-time or volunteering but why not do something that I have always wanted to do? If he were to become ill, I will most definately put school on hold. I just feel like if I don't have something to focus on (outside of taking care of him) that I will sit at home depressed and feeling sorry for myself. That is something I want to avoid. I understand that school will be more than a full-time job but then I look at it like this- if his Dad was not in the picture I would have to work full time to support us.

Hi Everyone, I am new to posting although I have been reading posts on all nurses since I came across this site. I am 25 years old and will be starting school next month to become a nurse (2yr ADN program). I have worked in healthcare since I was 19, mostly as a phlebotomist but also as a CNA. I am very acquainted with the healthcare setting and feel like I know what I am getting myself into. With that being said, I feel like I might be crazy to think I can actually handle a career as a nurse. The reason I say this is because of some things that have happened in my life recently. Let me explain: About 19 months ago both of my children were diagnosed with a rare genetic condition (not obvious at birth). There is no cure and it is terminal. My oldest son (4 in December) started showing some signs of regression at about 18 months old after developing normally up until then. He now can no longer walk, talk, eat, etc. We immediately tested our then 6 month old son and he was also diagnosed. With this condition, it diagnosed before symptoms present, (which usually only happens in situations like mine when an older sibling is first diagnosed) then you have the option of doing an umbilical cord blood transplant. It does not cure the condition but it can delay onset of symptoms and slows down the normally rapid progression of the disease. At 8 months old (May 2009), our younger son had the transplant. He did exceptionally well with minor complications until about 6 months post transplant when his issues became more serious. 3 months later, 3 days shy of 18 months old our sweet baby boy passed away. Tomorrow will mark 6 months without him:( My 4 year old is currently stable, smiles all the time, and even attends pre-school for 3 hours a day. The thing is with this condition- he could have 3 months he could have 3 years. He will most definately, (unless they come up with a cure) not make it to his early teens. While this is a lot to deal with, the grief is and always will be there, I feel the need to do something. I left my last job when my son started his treatment and I am ready to start picking up the pieces and get my life back together because the reality is that life goes on without him. Let me also say that if my almost 4 year old developed ANY issues that I would drop out and put nursing school on hold-He is my #1 priority. Now that that is all out, Nursing is something I have always wanted to do. I actually started nursing school at 19 but was working full-time also and wanting to "just be 19" and then the kids came along and life happens. Now is the first time in my life that nursing school is an option again. I feel like eventhough my circumstances are rough that I can make it through school and do good at it. I am not a half-asser- I either give it my all or don't even attempt it. My problem is my heart is in pediatrics. I just wonder with my history is it something that I could REALLY do. Could I handle it? Who knows maybe I'll get into pediatrics and hate it and find a passion for something else. I've thought about even looking into being a flight nurse which I know would entail experience in critical/intensive care which are other fields I am also interested in. I guess there is really not a point in this post- I am just kind of thinking out loud. Your opinions would be greatly appriciated on this matter though. Another thing that I really worry about is the job market in my area. There are several nursing schools around so there will be lots of competition. I plan on furthering my education past ADN but with my situation, it could take me a long time to get to that point.

Nevermind...Got my acceptance letter today!

Is any attending the October class in Louisville? My friend and I applied and took the test at the same time. She got her acceptance letter a few weeks ago. After hounding them with phone calls, I was told I got in but I still haven't received my packet. I know there is a lot to take care of before class starts. Has anyone received or not received their acceptance/denial letter yet?