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  1. "Why does a nurse have to go to college?"

    bookwormom posted a topic in General Nursing

    "Why can't she just work with another nurse and learn what she needs to know?" This is the question posed to me by a friend whose children are homeschooled and live somewhat "off the grid". (The teen...

  2. "Why does a nurse have to go to college?"

    bookwormom replied to bookwormom's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not really sure how to respond to some these posts. I will not argue about my friends' lifestyle,but I will note that the kids are well cared for, well educated, play sports, and are active in...

  3. "Why does a nurse have to go to college?"

    bookwormom replied to bookwormom's topic in General Nursing

    My friendship with this family goes way back, and I am very fond of the kids, who are just delightful. I don't want to go into details of their choices or their lifestyle. I do appreciate the...

  4. "Why does a nurse have to go to college?"

    bookwormom replied to bookwormom's topic in General Nursing

    I appreciate all the great responses. Yes, you are correct that my friend is rather closed in his perspective, but I sure would like to see that kid get a chance at a nursing education! I may present...

  5. They want me to teach developmental math!!!

    bookwormom replied to bookwormom's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Thanks for the encouraging words!! It is possible that the (higher)powers that be will not let me teach math--I hope it turns out that way. The position usually requires a masters degree in math or...

  6. They want me to teach developmental math!!!

    bookwormom posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    The nursing program I teach in is undergoing monumental change, and I only have 3 credits of nursing to teach this semester. I also have administrative responsibilities. The dept chair has asked me...

  7. Need help selecting education consultant to start new program

    bookwormom posted a topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    Our institution is considering initiating a new BSN program, and I've been asked to submit names of possible consultants. Is there a registry or centralized list for this? Or is it just a matter of...

  8. PLEASE HELP,Need to renew license by end of month

    bookwormom replied to Yulie's topic in General Nursing

    I use Net CE: NetCE - 30 Contact Hours for only $39 You do have to read the material, but I find it generally well written and interesting, as well as reasonably priced. you can print out your...

  9. Sigma Theta Tau: worth the money?

    bookwormom replied to muesli's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    You might check out the costs you were quoted? does that include the pin? I did without one for many years. I do believe that membership confers a certain prestige, especially in the academic setting....

  10. Toileting issues in 2nd Grade

    bookwormom replied to Purple_Scrubs's topic in School

    My guess is that the parents have done what they could do, and that they are seeking some assistance in problem solving. I don't think it is realistic for him to have assistance every time he uses...

  11. Teaching plan HELP!!??

    bookwormom replied to septembernurse14's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Is this a real patient, or are you trying to come up with a patient scenario just for the teaching plan? If it is a real patient, of course, you need to look at the total patient assessment, and then...

  12. Does anybody use sterile technique anymore?

    bookwormom replied to bookwormom's topic in General Nursing

    The studies cited above are great, but I'm not sure they entirely address the issue of wound care in the current hospital environment, especially with the increase of resistant bacteria. The first...

  13. Does anybody use sterile technique anymore?

    bookwormom replied to bookwormom's topic in General Nursing

    I guess I should state what I am seeing: use of clean gloves, sterile 4x4s etc , picking up 4x4 with gloved hands, never forceps, using one's own scissors to cut tape and packing (e.g. iodoform...

  14. Does anybody use sterile technique anymore?

    bookwormom replied to bookwormom's topic in General Nursing

    So, it looks like the reasoning for those who do not use sterile technique to change dressings in the hospital is: Too expensive Too time consuming Unnecessary because skin isn't sterile...

  15. Teaching nursing school

    bookwormom replied to dakotageorge9's topic in General Nursing

    If you want to teach nursing, pursue a master's degree in nursing. There would be specific courses you would take if you were on an education track. If you want to focus on a specific content area, of...

  16. "Tainted" nursing experience?

    bookwormom replied to NottaSpringChik's topic in Correctional

    I can't see how your experience could possibly "taint" you. You might have to make it clear, though, to possible a future employer , that you had experienced a broad range of nursing, if that...

  17. Why do nurses chart in 3rd person?

    bookwormom replied to Cobweb's topic in General Nursing

    As we move more into electronic medical records, I believe we'll be doing less and less narrative charting--mostly just clicking on boxes. The assumption will be of course, that "I" am the only one...

  18. Why do nurses chart in 3rd person?

    bookwormom replied to Cobweb's topic in General Nursing

    I have used first personat times and I think it is appropriate, especially for clarity. If you say:"Called physician..." it is not crystal clear that you personally did so; the unit clerk could have...

  19. nursing schools without accreditation

    bookwormom replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    Schools may not be nationally accredited, but they must be approved by the Board of Nursing in the state in which they operate. (I could be wrong, but this is my understanding.) National...

  20. Encouraging social interation in elderly.

    bookwormom replied to Capp's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Are you referring to community members or nursing home residents? My mother lived in several nursing homes. Some of the activities were ones she had no interest in (sports related, especially), and...

  21. Tips and Tricks: Language Barriers

    bookwormom replied to Scrubrpn's topic in General Nursing

    Many years ago I worked in a facility which cared for children from other countries at times. I found that "poo poo" and "pee pee" were sometimes understood by little children from different...

  22. current issues with CRNA's

    bookwormom replied to snifny1983's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Possible Issues (may or may not be relevant in your state): 1) Do CRNAs qualify as Advanced Practice nurses with prescriptive authority ? 2) Do CRNAs earn a Nursing Masters degree or a non nursing...

  23. Do you discard the first drop of blood on an accucheck?

    bookwormom replied to privatelabelRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'd follow the manufacturer's

  24. Help, I am very conflicted about turning peer into nursing board

    bookwormom replied to auntie72's topic in General Nursing

    Have you talked to your administrator? The process of termination may have been set in motion. I would hold off just a bit until you understand where your administration is coming from. And I'd...

  25. Is Becoming a Pediatric Nurse Difficult??

    bookwormom replied to Bassaboy's topic in General Nursing

    I 'd say, pursue your nursing education, and you will learn about pediatric nursing as part of your program. You can't just study Pediatric Nursing only, and that is just as well, because if you do...