Herman66

I had almost the same issue. Anterior spinal fusion L4-5. Had a ton of anxiety over this. Was leaning towards ommission, but wanted to protect myself in case of re-injury (as well as ...I just don't like to be dishonest). I answered the questions honestly, went to the pre-employment physical armed with a letter from my Ortho stating that I had no limitations (it's been a few years). Had absolutely no problem, been there a year now. Hope this helps, and good luck!

Thank you, it helps to know that others have done this :/

Thank you :) I just hope that the night shift RN doesn't get in trouble for not catching my mistake

Just finished probationary period. Found out yesterday that I had overlooked a 24* creat. clearance order on a pt. We have Computer Physician Order Entry, where I have a "flag" pop up when my pt. has a new order. Somehow, I acknowledged the flag & didn't see the order. Probably grouped with several other orders, but no excuse. Of course, I'm beating myself up. The Hospitalist drew my attention to this, and ordered a STAT urine proteine & creat, as the pt was going home. I apologized to the hosp. & the Nephrologist. (I should apologize to the Pt. for being such an idiot). Waiting to see if I'm disciplined. Definitely learned a lesson. This ever happen to anyone else? Hoping I don't get fired :/

Hi all, Scenario: Your Pt. has one peripheral line w/PPN going in. To give a med such as protonix via IV push, would I pause the pump, pinch the line above the port, flush, give meds, flush again, stop pinching & restart the pump? Or would one pause then disconnect & cap the pump/line entirely?