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    Why are so many nursing related things childish?

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

    i think i would handle this like the mature woman i am, and request a sit-down meeting with the ceo. very discretely, i would place a whoopie cushion on my seat, and watch his/her face as a loud and...
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    Disappointing news, what can I do?

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

    wannabe, i just had to jump in here, to commend you on your grammar, punctuation, and spelling skills. you really impressed me, especially being 14. and no text speak!! keep up the excellent work, and...
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    Colace and Senna BAD drugs???

    leslie :-D replied to looking_2_head_south's topic in General Nursing

    sounds like the dr. is fixated on getting his kickback.
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    Do acute care nurses look down on LTC nurses

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

    i agree, that those who judge, speak from an ignorant perspective. they haven't a clue as to what the job entails. if ltc nurses are looked down upon, i seriously believe it's r/t an aversion to...
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    I would like to be a nurse in the entertainment industry...where to get started?

    leslie :-D replied to HeatherGurl84's topic in Nursing Career

    only naughty nurses need apply.
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    Need some advise....PLEASE!!

    leslie :-D replied to scrublifenurse10's topic in General Nursing

    i would take the ltc job in a heartbeat. it may be a little overwhelming at first, but one you get your routine down, and get to know the staff/residents, it'll be much easier. also, you'll hone in on...
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    "The Code Blue Disturbed The Other Patients" - Shame on you bad nurses!

    leslie :-D replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    hahahahahahahahahahaha (aka the elmer laugh)
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    what to do with reference letter with poor grammar?

    leslie :-D replied to birdie22's topic in Nursing Career

    i'd have no problem using the letter. it reflects upon him poorly, not you. and we all know people who lack grammar and spelling skills. *shrug* i can't see you being penalized for having an untaught...
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    Contstructive discussion

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

    ew....who wants to have "civil, thoughtful discussion"? personally, i won't participate unless i can b**ch and moan, argue, aggravate, and take out all my anger and frustration on my fellow...
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    New Grad Co-worker driving me NUTS!!!!

    leslie :-D replied to dinah77's topic in General Nursing

    dinah77, anytime you want the thread closed, all you have to do is let a mod know. much luck to you, hon.:)
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    Man Dies While Performing CPR on wife

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

    yes, it's sad... but i'm glad they went together. bittersweet.
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    Best way to lift a sagging breast for apical pulse

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

    i ask my saggy breasted pts, to stand on their heads. voila! no need to touch at all.
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    "The Code Blue Disturbed The Other Patients" - Shame on you bad nurses!

    leslie :-D replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    whispering back, "yes, everybody's here. why are you asking about attendance???". nope, wouldn't advocate whispers during a code.
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    New Grad Co-worker driving me NUTS!!!!

    leslie :-D replied to dinah77's topic in General Nursing

    yes, all duly noted, dinah. and they are concerning. but. this nurse got promoted by her being friends with someone from mgmt, was it? whoever it is she knows, sadly, she will be protected until she...
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    New Grad Co-worker driving me NUTS!!!!

    leslie :-D replied to dinah77's topic in General Nursing

    ok, you asked, so here it is. it sounds like you just don't like her. that it's more of a personal aversion, than a professional one. keep in mind, that many new grads are very literal... and if count...
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    Terminated over the phone.

    leslie :-D replied to hellokitty9's topic in General Nursing

    either way, it sounds like a hallmark moment.:flwrhrts:
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    morphine sulfate given even though has an "allergy" listed in chart

    leslie :-D replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    dermatitis can also occur, but that is the least of our concerns. we see the true anaphylactic s/s, angioedema, shocky, faint, etc.
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    morphine sulfate given even though has an "allergy" listed in chart

    leslie :-D replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    "mildly erythematous" drug reaction? how about laryngeal spasms and edema that will suffocate the pt to death...and not nearly fast enough. hospice or no hospice... dying should be comfortable to...
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    "The Code Blue Disturbed The Other Patients" - Shame on you bad nurses!

    leslie :-D replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    if whispering doesn't work, there needs to be a mandate that everyone learns sign language. i'll even throw in a few ceu's for you.
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    "The Code Blue Disturbed The Other Patients" - Shame on you bad nurses!

    leslie :-D replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    me thinks every pt's room, needs to have ear plugs at the bedside.
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    Nurse Called Police/CPS on Parents over Jaundice

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

    i don't understand how the nurse's report, trumped the orders of the dr... and who responded to the nurse's complaint, if the sw at cps found the case ridiculous? the police? this story just doesn't...
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    HR recruiter sending me friend request on FB??

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

    i agree with this...no excuses whatsoever. you haven't done anything that warrants defending yourself. besides, if you did play dumb, i.e., "i didn't know it was you", then you're still in the...
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    Coming to work after taking a narcotic?!

    leslie :-D replied to cherryblossom88's topic in General Nursing

    i would like to see her bring a note from her pcp, clearing her for duty....without the vicodin.
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    Is hospital work like an abusive relationship?

    leslie :-D replied to jimmy the P's topic in General Nursing

    who beats you over the head on a daily basis? and you put up with it...why? perhaps if you nipped this pesky, little obstacle out of your way, you'd actually be happier where you are.
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    improper charting vs backstabbing?

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

    agree w/others, about reporting to nm. just to cya, you might consider writing your own note about pt being upset r/t delay.