LPNweezy

LPNweezy

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  1. The chance they'll touch you is inversely proportionate to their hygiene level...

    LPNweezy replied to ByTheLake's topic in Emergency

    I think this may be Murphys law. "Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong". Like your thinking to yourself "please don't touch me..." and here comes murphy's law and they feel the need to touch you....

  2. Calling residents affectionate names?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    This is exactly how i feel. i agree 100% very good!

  3. Calling residents affectionate names?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    excellent point!!!

  4. Calling residents affectionate names?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    Oh i completely 100% agree! I'm not one to say "take your pills honey" its more of a greeting for me like "how are you feelin' hun?" I definitly call the by their proper name in other situations,...

  5. Calling residents affectionate names?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    These are some fantastic opinions! i'm loving the diversity, keep em'

  6. Calling residents affectionate names?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    i love Canada so much

  7. Calling residents affectionate names?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    Do you think that its accepted for female nurses to do, but strange if a male nurse does

  8. Concerned About Drug Screen

    LPNweezy replied to RNMarie's topic in General Nursing

    If they do, thats illegal. They cannot discriminate against you for this. if you have a prescription, bring it in asap so they can get a copy for your files. You will be fine. if your not hired...

  9. Calling residents affectionate names?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    Do you live in the north? what area do you work in? I'd love to hear your opinion on this! thanks!

  10. Calling residents affectionate names?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in General Nursing

    I think that it makes the nurse and patient relationship stronger, and more trusting. (as long as the patient is okay with the professional

  11. Combative/Violent patients - NO MORE OF THIS!!!

    LPNweezy replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Putting grandma in "time out" is mistreatment. they are not children. let the law punish them. you don't need to be involved with a violent patient, it's your right. That sure is scary what you must...

  12. Would YOU recommend to a friend/family member, etc..

    LPNweezy replied to digoe74's topic in Nursing Career

    "There is always a need for

  13. Doctors orders

    LPNweezy replied to new_worker's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Maybe the person has a liver issue and they are using only half of the 500mg

  14. Doctors orders

    LPNweezy replied to new_worker's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Is there anyone at your place of employment who can help you with this? i think your boss may have the best advice for you on the policy of your facility.

  15. Hospice CNA seeking answers!!

    LPNweezy replied to michelle4698's topic in General Nursing

    LOL

  16. Hospice CNA seeking answers!!

    LPNweezy replied to michelle4698's topic in General Nursing

    I think a good wipe down focusing on key areas such as the peri-area is needed daily. I think you've got the right idea. soiled or not, even if they had a shower the day before. Try to give your...

  17. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Wow thanks everyone, I haven't been in a lot of situations like this so i do not know the consequences of some of these. This thread has taught me a lot, actually. I'm glad i learned some of this...

  18. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I just don't understand how on earth i could be dragged down too as some of the other posts have been saying? can someone please clarify? How could i get in trouble for reporting behavior? All answers...

  19. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Not being rude, but can u explain why this would be a bad idea? I'm not going to report anything, i just would like to know for future reference. thank

  20. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you everyone who posted the respectful responses. I decided to Ignore what they said about nurses because there is nothing i can do. also, i am appalled at all the rude responses this post...

  21. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Thank you very much for this post, it was exactly what i needed to hear.

  22. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I do know that the people making the comments are actually med students, i just know i will feel guilty either way if i ignore it or if i do something. i feel like this was personal, because they...

  23. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    So i'll just leave it alone. I'm just really conflicted. I have come to realize that people really look down on other people who try to get involved in these kinds of issues, even if it is the "right"...

  24. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

  25. Why do some Medstudents love to belittle nurses?

    LPNweezy replied to LPNweezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Usually i just ignore things like this, but i couldn't turn a blind eye this time. I had to stand up for what i know is right, so i'm going to report their behavior to the dean. Me allowing this...