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Thanks for replying, Just wondering now how doc writes an order for the use of maggots in a wound. Does doc indicate how many of the little critters he wants in the wound?, if so how do you keep track of them if they are microscopic? I would be comfortable administering this sort of Tx, but it worries me that 1 may not get accounted for when providing this type of wound care. :balloons:

i found a website for lizzy b http://www.lizzy-b.com/ aswell just wanted to mention that for flared scrub like pants i love modrobes! (they're not "really" uniform pants, but who can tell the difference) super comfy, and they are long! http://www.modrobes.com/

I am also a tall nurse (5,10 between 155-165lbs). I have never had much of a problem finding scrub pants that are long enough. (I wear a size small uniform). I would try a specialty uniform shop if you are having trouble finding pants that are long enough. My fave uniforms are made by lizzy B, and maple sheild (Canadian). Inseam in size small is 33.5" exactly. (Go figure). I always thought that I was better off being tall, as I hear the shorter girls talk about having to hem their pants. I have purchased a few uniforms from eBay from the USA and the length has always been near perfect. (nursemates...i think). Drawstring waist pants I have found are usually longer too for some reason. :rotfl: Happy Shopping!!

Hi Deb, A tape recorder is a great way to absorb the information especially from A&P (That was like learning German) Advanced Pathophysiology (Russian). My instructor did not allow tape recorders in the classroom, so I found re-writing my notes, and reading the text helped with my learning. As well there are many websites dedicated to A&P. If your teacher doesnt mind the tape recorder...go for it. Try using rechargables or write the cost of batteries off as school supplies. Cheers!:balloons:

Hello, I wanted to let you know that I failed to pass my clinical rotation as well d/t being unable to achieve math at the "mastery" level. We were expected to get perfect on 1 of 4 calculation quizes that were expected to be written in the clinical setting. (a busy medication room). A week before my semester was over my boyfriend dumped me this increased the stress of school and achieving mastery. As well, I had care plans and portfolios due which I put my heart and soul into, and I did really well on. OH well. I am planning on returning to school in the fall to re-do that rotation and obtain math at the mastery level. I was in contact with the dean regarding this situation, unfortunatly she was unhelpful inregards to letting me have another opportunity to write the quiz, and was empathetic in regards to the environment that students were given to write these quizes. I explained to her that if obtaining mastery was the key to passing the rotation, the instructors should have provided an ideal place for writing the math quizes. She told me that this may change for future nursing student, but that myself and the others would have to re-do the rotation. (sOL) I have worked as a nurses aid the last 5 years and am competant with medication administration, but perfect on the quiz is essential. Dont let this change your mind of becoming a nurse, nursing school can be challenging as a mature student, if I were you I'd continue and finish. Good Luck!!:)

Sharps Container! Better to be safe than sorry...... _____________________________ "once in a while you get shown the light, in the strangest of places if you look at it right" -The Grateful Dead

We use care plans very consistantly in the LTC facility where I am employed. They each get up dated regularly, goals are realistic and individualized for each resident. We use a web based careplan program, and it prints the finished hardcopy. Much easier then reinventing the wheel.

Forgot too mention, this website indicates maggot and larvae therapy. Just out of curiosity how many nurses have practiced this? Personal experiance with this form of therapy would be appreciated. Thanks in Advance!

Try -----> http://www.medicaledu.com/staging.htm I found a lot of useful information there when I was researching stages of wounds and wound care. Best Regards, :-)

Hello, The facility I work in uses a multi-dose dispensing sytem for medication administration. (pouches) Routine meds are dispensed in pouches with the name of the resident, as well as the name of the medication and the doses. The pharmacy is responsible for administering the medications into the packages, but ultimately the nurse is responsible for following the rights of med administration and checking that the pouch is accurate. Medications that are not packed in the multi-dose package include all PRN medications, Narcotics, and digoxin due to assessments that must be made before administrating these meds, as well digoxin has the potential for being broken down and less potent when stored with other medications. Have fun with your research!!