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    Refusing to dissect in A&P or Microbiology?

    mariebailey replied to joel.mercado's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was curious as to how animals were selected for dissection, and I came across this: Q: What states have dissection laws, resolutions or policies? A: The following states have laws upholding a...
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    Nursing Diagnosis help for 7 year old pt

    mariebailey replied to FlyMurse's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Random thoughts: I think "Dysfunctional gastrointestinal motility" would be an appropriate nursing Dx b/c it covers constipation,diarrhea,& the wierd status quo you are describing....
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    Obamacare: Should I get out while I still can?

    mariebailey replied to TexasAbby's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I do not understand the interest in comparing Obamacare to Romneycare. Is it truly a matter worthy of debate? The healthcare policies Romney planned on implementing at the federal level did not...
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    Can Risperdal Consta be given in ventrogluteal site?

    mariebailey replied to Raldo's topic in Psychiatric

    The "upper-outer quadrant of the gluteal area" is the ventrogluteal site.Those instructions I quoted were directly from the manufacturer's
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    new nurse needing guidance

    mariebailey replied to Katt505's topic in General Nursing

    What was your orientation like? Do you have a very detailed job description? Request some clarification on your functions as a nurse in their organization or ask for additional training if you feel...
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    Can Risperdal Consta be given in ventrogluteal site?

    mariebailey replied to Raldo's topic in Psychiatric

    This is a quote from a brochure you can download on the manufacturer's website: "Gluteal injection should be made into the upper-outer quadrant of the gluteal area."...
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    Where is my license number??

    mariebailey replied to mejajo08's topic in General Nursing

    Don't be afraid to call again & again if more time passes. I don't think you can be denied a license for calling the BON too
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    Is it possible to get the holidays off?

    mariebailey replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    It is possible to get the holidays off, assuming there are no communicable disease outbreaks or natural disasters requiring shelters staffed by nurses during the holidays. Public Health
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    Squeamish Students?

    mariebailey replied to mofomeat's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Venipuncture was my hardest one to overcome. I volunteered at a health fair drawing blood on a couple dozen people when I first graduated. I recommend this strategy! That was a turning point. Other...
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    How do you pronounce "centimeter" ???

    mariebailey replied to shermrn's topic in General Nursing

    Franglais is so darn sophisticated, I think I'll start pronouncing it "sontimeter". Merriam Webster's audio pronunciation:...
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    Obamacare: Should I get out while I still can?

    mariebailey replied to TexasAbby's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Did your cat run across your
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    Is the first semester really the hardest?

    mariebailey replied to leekaye's topic in General Students

    My 1st semester was my worst. If you lost 20lbs in a semester and had pneumonia, maybe your body needs a semester to recover/rest. You can only take so much. Have you considered taking a "leave of...
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    Squeamish Students?

    mariebailey replied to mofomeat's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I had a weak stomach prior to nursing school. I cannot tell you how many times I passed out when getting injections or blood drawn. I was told not to let it hold me back from pursuing a career in...
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    Mandatory Flu Vaccines- How do you feel?

    mariebailey replied to Snowbird17's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Responses to some of your comments in no particular order: The Nat'l Vaccine Injury Compensation Program has a trust fund to compensate those who experience serious adverse events following...
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    Obamacare: Should I get out while I still can?

    mariebailey replied to TexasAbby's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Regarding your first statement - NO, that is not what I stated. Nurses advocate for their patients, so I do have a hard time understanding why a nurse or aspiring nurse would be opposed to legislation...
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    Mandatory Flu Vaccines- How do you feel?

    mariebailey replied to Snowbird17's topic in Disaster Preparation

    That vaccine was never licensed for use in the United States. The CDC receives its funding from the Prevention & Public Health Fund & ARRA, not pharmaceutical companies. Their recommendation...
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    A quick question. Thanks everybody.

    mariebailey replied to sharonlee941's topic in General Nursing

    I know that if you apply for a license in another state, they will call to verify the degree you listed with the SBON of original licensure. Therefore, my guess is yes. Just shoot them a quick email...
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    Obamacare: Should I get out while I still can?

    mariebailey replied to TexasAbby's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    SC_RNDude, I know your reservations a/b Obamacare. I thought we agreed see how it all plays out (as if it was optional). Those of us who believe in the potential of Obamacare to provide access to care...
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    Obamacare: Should I get out while I still can?

    mariebailey replied to TexasAbby's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    There 2 bolded sections of your posts are red flags to me. If you think it's a bad thing that more people will have access to healthcare, you may not make the best patient advocate as a nurse. If what...
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    Taking things personally

    mariebailey replied to Tobygo2's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't know why people are saying "it's not all about you" when you acknowledged this in your original post. I am very sensitive to other people's moods/emotions as well. While I'm not always...
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    shots to peds

    mariebailey replied to rebels25player's topic in Emergency

    That was a tool developed primarily as a guide for administering immunizations, although it may be helpful with other meds. I just want to re-emphasize that you NEVER administer immunizations in the...
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    Nurses, how are you going to vote? 2012 US Presidential Election

    mariebailey replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Some of the richest, healthiest countries in the world also have the highest tax rates & socialized medicine. Take a look at Northern/Western Europe (Denmark is a great example) Comparing the...
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    Advice on how to interview

    mariebailey replied to Mari27's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I will tell you some things that worked for me: - Browse career websites, like the career section of this one, for potential interview questions, and contemplate some potential responses. Even...
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    Facebook while on the clock?

    mariebailey replied to maureen924's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    That is a pet peeve of mine, browsing social networking sites & shopping online at work. It lowers morale. Earn your keep,
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    Discrimination & Whistle blowing - Would you hire this nurse again?

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

    No, it is not "reasonable accommodation". Reasonable accommodation is a part of the ADA that applies to people with disabilities and allows for changes in the work environment to meet their needs. It...