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    Is this a good idea?

    leslie :-D replied to JennyNurse2B's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    i do think it's a good idea. volunteering always looks good on a resume... and, as a volunteer, you could always offer your help with nsg assistants when they're in the pt's room. great way to...
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    Failed pre-employment drug screen

    leslie :-D replied to OlderRNinGA's topic in General Nursing

    he had it 1 time. and i wouldn't have given it to him if he had a cardiac hx. the next time he got the same type of ha, i told him he needs to see his dr. i don't do this randomly, and i research any...
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    Nurse's getting younger

    leslie :-D replied to Keepstanding's topic in General Nursing

    i would have blown off some old lady too, when i was 20. don't misunderstand, i'd be respectful, but would still think it sucks to be old. now that i'm here/old (53), it's not half-bad. thanks,...
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    Nurse's getting younger

    leslie :-D replied to Keepstanding's topic in General Nursing

    i agree with you. however, age (usually) does correlate with maturity. sometimes, it really is helpful to have that blend of experience and wisdom. as we all know, there's nothing black and white...
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    Failed pre-employment drug screen

    leslie :-D replied to OlderRNinGA's topic in General Nursing

    i hope you stay. when you come on a public forum, you need to expect all sorts of input. most often, you're going to hear stuff you don't want to hear. thick skin, applies here as well as in our...
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    Failed pre-employment drug screen

    leslie :-D replied to OlderRNinGA's topic in General Nursing

    you know i agree with your stance, nc...but seriously, there's no need to leave. people are the same, no matter where you go. hope you hang around, and take your stands.
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    Failed pre-employment drug screen

    leslie :-D replied to OlderRNinGA's topic in General Nursing

    i am fully aware of the risks involved, thanks. and i'll take my chances with the very few people i do this with.
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    Failed pre-employment drug screen

    leslie :-D replied to OlderRNinGA's topic in General Nursing

    yep, i hear you, meri. it's nothing i do frequently or casually. but hell, i do it and i'll do it again. op had a fracture and took darvocet. she will now likely suffer the consequences of her...
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    Failed pre-employment drug screen

    leslie :-D replied to OlderRNinGA's topic in General Nursing

    like you, i'm sitting here with my mouth hung open. within my family, nope, absolutely no problem sharing. never said it's habitual, did say "in a pinch". and yes, i'm aware of side effects. it comes...
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    Exaggerations and Lack of Accountability

    leslie :-D replied to Despareux's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    meticulous and thorough documentation, is your friend. always remember that.
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    Failed pre-employment drug screen

    leslie :-D replied to OlderRNinGA's topic in General Nursing

    i gotta ask: are all you people for real?? when it comes to a uds, i know it's wrong. but in real life? yes, i have my husband take one of my son's migraine pills for when he has a migraine ha. if...
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    do you make sure your pts

    leslie :-D replied to juzme's topic in General Nursing

    yes, i do make sure pts are groomed... it contributes to their sense of well-being. has absolutely NOTHING to do with feeling morally superior - not even a consideration. just part of the damned job,...
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    Anyone else dealing with anxiety/emotional issues?

    leslie :-D replied to rntj's topic in General Nursing

    i agree. if anxiety is such that it affects work performance, then a properly-dosed anxiolytic would only make you function better. same as those who take narcs for their (chronic) pain...it helps...
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    Something I Wanted to Share

    leslie :-D replied to AICU RN's topic in General Nursing

    that's what it's all about, susan. thanks for the smile, your story warmed me.
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    DNR Grey Areas

    leslie :-D replied to RNtoThe3rd's topic in General Nursing

    it sounds like you did awesome...for yourself and your patient. even though you verbally explained your case, i'd still follow up in writing so this idiot resident has something in his file. it really...
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    Johnson & Johnson commercials

    leslie :-D replied to Fribblet's topic in General Nursing

    wow...and thank you, kris. i hope you hang around here, as we have a few chronic "patient-perspective" members. wishing you much success in your book... and welcome aboard.:)
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    Nurse's getting younger

    leslie :-D replied to Keepstanding's topic in General Nursing

    maybe i'm wrong, but the op likely associated older nurses with more nsg experience... which we know is not always, or now, even usually the case. however, and this is to you young whippersnappers...
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    Do you ever get tired of hearing this phrase?

    leslie :-D replied to Double-Helix's topic in General Nursing

    while some nurses may be a bit more paranoid than others, i find the concern valid. whether it is warranted or not, anyone can file a complaint against us, if only for the reason that we looked at...
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    Need some opinions on my dilemma

    leslie :-D replied to PavementRN's topic in General Nursing

    personally, i think you're underestimating the experience you'd be gaining in ltac. you'll learn many, many skills where you are now, and am not convinced that yale would be able to offer you...
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    All nurses do is wipe butts

    leslie :-D replied to MyUserName,RN's topic in General Nursing

    wheni was studying for nclex, one of my children asked me what nurses do. dad responded with something smart-alecky, about wiping butts. i showed him my nclex practice questions... and enjoyed...
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    What was wrong with my patient??

    leslie :-D replied to Dazglue's topic in General Nursing

    if all patho has been r/o, then it's time for a psych eval.
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    How bolus infusions of NaCl may affect low sodium levels...?

    leslie :-D replied to Xsited2baNurse's topic in General Nursing

    great info here. Hyponatremia Clinical Presentation http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/242166-clinical#showall
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    Thinking of leaving management to return to bedside nursing

    leslie :-D replied to bboopRN4's topic in General Nursing

    i've known sev'l mgrs who returned to bedside... the pressure and bs was just too much. i know bedside nsg has its own set of pressure, but it can't be compared with trying to placate upper mgmt and...
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    What is my legal and Ethical Obligation?

    leslie :-D replied to tripletsgranny1's topic in General Nursing

    you have no obligations, because you simply do not know the full story. as advised, stay out of it.:)
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    What was wrong with my patient??

    leslie :-D replied to Dazglue's topic in General Nursing

    i was thinking of an undx'd mental illness, delerium, hypoxia, steroid/med reaction, or taking own stash of drugs. would also be interested in knowing adm dx, along w/other comorbids.