AnthonyD

AnthonyD

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  1. Mens nursing shoes?

    AnthonyD replied to BumbleBuddy's topic in Men in Nursing

    I've found that the most important quality for me in work shoes is light weight, especially for 12 hour shifts. Most modern running shoes are super light weight, very comfortable, and provide enough...

  2. Nurse Recruiter and HIPAA violation?

    AnthonyD replied to SookieBSN's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    If it is a Nurse Recruiter, he or she may in fact also have a clinical role in the hospital system, which would warrant their EMR access. To the OP. I'm sorry to hear this happened to you, and I...

  3. Blood color with IV starts

    AnthonyD replied to Matt8700's topic in Patient Education

    Yep, I've seen this too. Literally fat globules or white material floating to the top of the tube.

  4. Win $100! May 2015 Caption Contest

    AnthonyD replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Bet that will be last time he forgets to set the brakes on a patient's

  5. EPIC

    AnthonyD replied to Grasshopper11's topic in Medical-Surgical

    EPIC the only EMR system I've used, so I have nothing to compare to, but I love

  6. Calling an MD during night shift

    AnthonyD replied to stepwintention's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Lots of good advice has been given, so I'll be concise and also reiterate some of what has been said. 1. Have all the pertinent information on hand when you call. SBAR should help with this, but...

  7. New to the Surgical ICU - Searching for Free Education

    AnthonyD replied to robinha's topic in MICU, SICU

    I also recommend Mark Hammerschmidt's site www. icufaqs.org, as well as joining AACN (joining a local chapter is great too - they often host free educational offerings such as dinners and

  8. Win $100! May 2015 Caption Contest

    AnthonyD replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    You think he's practicing for Code Team

  9. DKA help

    AnthonyD replied to Alisonisayoshi's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yes, while the patient's ABG shows and alkalemic state, they are still in DKA as evidenced by the anion gap

  10. How to prepare for new grad ICU position

    AnthonyD replied to nursepeaches's topic in MICU, SICU

    I second this, and have been reading a recommending Mark Hammerschmidt's page for years (even before I became a nurse - when working as PCT/secretary in the

  11. Starting an IV with Lidocaine or Not?

    AnthonyD replied to hayest's topic in Patient Medications

    I've never seen an IV placed with

  12. Obesity: A disease or a lifestyle

    AnthonyD replied to TexMex22's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I found your entire post offensive, but particularly this part. I do not share your beliefs, and I'm sure there are many other nurses that don't have the same "Universal" thoughts that they hate...

  13. RNs with a Bachelor's in another field

    AnthonyD replied to TwistaKrista's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    How about if I have a Master's Degree in a non-nursing field, say Music? Should I still need a Master's in Nursing to become an advanced practice nurse? Or will my Masters in Music with an...

  14. Medical or cardiac?

    AnthonyD replied to Justbelieveit's topic in General Nursing

    All other things also being considered, Tele experience will likely better prepare you for the ED (or other higher acuity

  15. Becoming a nurse is ruining food!

    AnthonyD replied to Red Kryptonite's topic in Nursing Humor

    Well it IS

  16. I can't do this anymore . . .

    AnthonyD replied to CamillusRN's topic in Nursing Humor

    Even on non-medical shows I end up arguing with the TV. "Bloodlines" on Netflix had a guy in the ED after an assault, and he had some broken ribs. The MD handed him and incentive spirometer on...

  17. Do comfort care patients get oxygen?

    AnthonyD replied to quirkystar's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    If the patient has been on O2, or is baseline O2 dependent, I leave it on. If the patient or family requests O2, I will put it on; it can certainly be a comfort. If they don't tolerate the cannula,...

  18. Watching my friends leave :( Question about future.

    AnthonyD replied to Levitas's topic in Medical-Surgical

    You could see if there are opportunities to shadow in the ED and ICU, it will maybe give you a little more insight into which would be a better fit for you. They are extremely different, almost...

  19. Win $100! May 2015 Caption Contest

    AnthonyD replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Looks like Joe forgot to give report on one of his patients

  20. Win $100! May 2015 Caption Contest

    AnthonyD replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    Someone told him there was a pharmaceutical rep giving out free

  21. Bedpan? Why not a Poise pad?

    AnthonyD replied to TryVeganToday's topic in General Nursing

    There are female urinals. There are a few different styles, but they basically look like

  22. Bedpan? Why not a Poise pad?

    AnthonyD replied to TryVeganToday's topic in General Nursing

    Have you looked into the option of female urinals? Could be a good option for your

  23. is using an old nclex book a bad idea?

    AnthonyD replied to direw0lf's topic in General Students

    Yes, that is going to be far too outdated at 15 years old. Since you haven't even started the program yet, it will be even more out of date by the time you are ready to take the NCLEX. You can...

  24. I failed my preemployment drug test :/ what now...?

    AnthonyD replied to Juankiters08's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This really happens?? For every time someone miscounts?? Does your floor get drug tested a

  25. Transition to ICU...Residency?

    AnthonyD replied to WndrlstRN's topic in Critical Care

    I think it depends on the individual, but honestly I can't see any reason NOT to do the residency. It sounds like a really great opportunity. You will see a variety of patients in different...