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    Nurses Who Don't Want to be Nurses

    mariebailey replied to mindofmidwifery's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The fact that you have another degree & then went to nursing school doesn't mean you failed pursuing another career. I obtained a BA in political science before going to nursing school & was...
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    Withholding Medication

    mariebailey replied to Helen_'s topic in Patient Medications

    I'm sorry you're upset. Try not to stress out too much! We all make mistakes, & I'm sure your employer has seen much worse. You could seek clarification from the other nurse at work. Have a happy...
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    whats so good about working in a hospital?

    mariebailey replied to OnlinePersona's topic in General Nursing

    I know what you mean! I did my 1st 6 years in public health nursing, where I gained invaluable skills with regard to critical thinking, teamwork, the healthcare system, & patient relationships....
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    Withholding Medication

    mariebailey replied to Helen_'s topic in Patient Medications

    It's really the clinician's discretion, not the nurses, to hold a med. I imagine that there is a very good reason why she's getting charcoal that likely makes the GI distress an acceptable side...
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    Fiscally responsible care?

    mariebailey replied to dannygirl04's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Compliance with preventive safety & infection control policies is an example of where you can find potential cost savings. Hospital acquired infections (HAI) cost us billions annually in this...
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    Stethoscope covers OK for men?

    mariebailey replied to leftysoftball's topic in Men in Nursing

    I do see what your saying, but: he can still clean the diaphragm/bell, which is the only part touching the patient. I wear scrubs from room to room, but hospital policy doesn't dictate that I should...
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    Stethoscope covers OK for men?

    mariebailey replied to leftysoftball's topic in Men in Nursing

    Who cares whether anybody else on the planet approves of your stethoscope cover?!? If your sensitive skin needs it, assume any naysayers will get over it when they realize there are more important...
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    Mocked by teacher in post conference.

    mariebailey replied to dmena14's topic in General Students

    Uh huh. Take it straight to Barack
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    White pants concerns

    mariebailey replied to YourLocalAsian's topic in Men in Nursing

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    What is your opinion on getting the flu shot?

    mariebailey replied to Surg-OncRN's topic in Holistic

    That excerpt is not a/b the efficacy of the flu vaccine; it is about the quality of the study you're quoting. They are saying that the research that states flu vaccines are worthless is not very high...
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    What is your opinion on getting the flu shot?

    mariebailey replied to Surg-OncRN's topic in Holistic

    The author of that article was incorrect; the RCTs were conducted only in long term care facilities, not hospitals. They studied if vaccination of HCWs alone would protect patients without considering...
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    Growing Up Unvaccinated

    mariebailey replied to wtbcrna's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Anaphylaxis following immunizations rarely occur; we're talking less than 1 in a million. On the other hand, up to 10% of the US population is allergic to PCN. I don't see a bunch of angry moms...
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    Growing Up Unvaccinated

    mariebailey replied to wtbcrna's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Vaccines: Vac-Gen/What Would Happen If We Stopped
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    HIPAA in Corrections

    mariebailey replied to DawnJ's topic in Correctional

    It looks like correctional institutions are specifically addressed in the law, & it works in your favor. 45 CFR 164.512 - Uses and disclosures for which an authorization or opportunity to agree...
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    What is your opinion on getting the flu shot?

    mariebailey replied to Surg-OncRN's topic in Holistic

    You included a link to an NVIC source, which is an anti-vaccine organization created by an angry mom who believes vaccines cause autism. Not very legitimate if you ask me....
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    What is your opinion on getting the flu shot?

    mariebailey replied to Surg-OncRN's topic in Holistic

    No one claims there is a fool-proof strategy to prevent the flu on this planet, but there is plenty of evidence to support the claim that the flu vaccine is the best means of preventing the flu or at...
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    A&P - Visual learner vs powerpoint slides

    mariebailey replied to Natasha A.'s topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I liked to display study material on dry erase boards, poster paper, & note cards all over my home.They contained bullet lists & major points from lectures & text using multiple colors of...
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    Charge nurse unnecessary comments

    mariebailey replied to thevez's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The next time something like that happens, maybe you could gently remind her that, the more she helps you become independent & competent, the better off she, patients, & co-workers will be in...
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    Parents send med in pre filled syringe

    mariebailey replied to maryen's topic in School

    I agree with the other posters; it would be ideal to have a bottle from the pharmacy to keep at school. The parents could work w/their pharmacy to get 2 bottles to divide up doses or try to get their...
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    The flu vaccine & GBS

    mariebailey replied to emtb2rn's topic in Disaster Preparation

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    The flu vaccine & GBS

    mariebailey replied to emtb2rn's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Following Esme's lead! This clown was found with his litter in a cardboard box on the side of the road & was an orphan kitten until I rescued
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    Study tips for visual leaners??

    mariebailey replied to AngPartridge3's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I'm a visual learner too. I got through nursing school with dry erase boards, poster paper, note cards, & multiple colors of markers. Make lists/bullets in different colors, & put them on...
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    Im terrified of elevators and im trying to be a nurse...

    mariebailey replied to nurselou04's topic in Nursing Humor

    I think these things can be overcome. Before I went to nursing school, I feared blood & guts; I also passed out almost every time I had blood drawn or got an injection. A wise doctor told me not...
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    Low self-esteem ....HELP!

    mariebailey replied to dmena14's topic in General Students

    Sticking with nursing & therapy may help you work through it; I've struggled with the same issues, so I feel ya. Don't sell yourself short! You can excel in nursing if you have compassion &...
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    The flu vaccine & GBS

    mariebailey replied to emtb2rn's topic in Disaster Preparation

    You really need to look up what conditions weaken your immune system. As for screening, I've never worked anywhere that vaccinated people without first providing them a health questionnaire, like this...