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    We have a long way to go as health care providers

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

    I cannot believe that is possible! You can be living with a mental illness, but if it is managed properly, it should not affect your competency/performance. How can they deny a license due to a...
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    Diagnoses you never thought you'd see?

    mariebailey replied to KarafromPhilly's topic in General Nursing

    Sad. I take it Social Services paid a
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    New Grad trolling for advice...please

    mariebailey replied to chiromed0's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Do these ads recruiting say "BSN required" or "BSN preferred". I almost did not apply for several jobs b/c "bilingual preferred" deterred me. I was hired for one of those "bilingual preferred"...
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    Have you ever witnessed this situation?

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

    Pharmacies are covered entities. It sounds like they just need better training or common sense...or
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    Depression/Anxiety Medications A Possible Hinderance to Getting a Job?

    mariebailey replied to rnsheri's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I totally understand your concerns. There is more stigma associated with some health conditions than with
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    What is your definition of nursing research and evidence based practice?

    mariebailey replied to hanshinn81's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Can you be more specific? Are you referring to evidence-based practice, research utilization, or actually doing our own
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    New Nurse Interview Scenario Questions

    mariebailey replied to iRNman's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I’m sure these can be re-worded & made applicable to a new grad, but here are some questions I was asked (paraphrased): 1. Tell me about a time when you did not agree with your supervisor...
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    Depression/Anxiety Medications A Possible Hinderance to Getting a Job?

    mariebailey replied to rnsheri's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Those aren't medications that would show up on a drug test and mistaken for illicit drug use. None of those medications are viewed as having a high potential for abuse. There is no reason to disclose...
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    I've decided to go into nursing at 32. Is this a good choice?

    mariebailey replied to violetrays's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Go for it! Just take advantage of scholarships and grant programs: http://www.careerinfonet.org/scholarshipsearch/ScholarshipCategory.asp?searchtype=category&nodeid=22 Home | Federal Student Aid...
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    Would you do this?

    mariebailey replied to TX.RN.Shannon's topic in General Nursing

    Absolutely. Yes, I am saying Tylenol can be a dangerous drug. It's misuse is the leading cause of acute liver failure in this country. However, that was far from the main point I was making. I think...
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    Would you do this?

    mariebailey replied to TX.RN.Shannon's topic in General Nursing

    Woo, come on, the point was that OTC meds weren't necessarily safer than prescribed ones & should not be given more leniency when it comes to following MD or NP orders. It was a response to a...
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    Would you do this?

    mariebailey replied to TX.RN.Shannon's topic in General Nursing

    It’s not what could happen in this particular situation with this particular drug & route of administration that matters in this discussion. Decisions like this can set a precedence that...
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    Nursing Diagnosis: Disorganized Thought Processes

    mariebailey replied to PennyWise's topic in General Nursing

    I love Kant's categorical imperative, & I think it provides a framework for making the right choices when we are presented with ethical dilemmas as nurses. As for the contradictory conversations...
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    benadryl inj, in anaphylaptic shock?

    mariebailey replied to 7feetunder's topic in Emergency

    We kept it in stock for immunization clinics at my previous place of employment. The Colorado Immunization Manual lists in Section 4, p.4-5 the appropriate syringes, needles, & dosage (by body...
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    Mistakes... Feel like there is no coming back from it

    mariebailey replied to babysteps25's topic in First Year After Licensure

    This craziness is temporary, and your 1st big mistake could have been much worse. I am telling you what I have to remind myself all the time. Surely your manager won't draw conclusions a/b your...
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    Flu Vaccine, enough already!

    mariebailey replied to Bklyn_RN's topic in Disaster Preparation

    Most vaccines are in pre-licensing phase for at least a decade b/f they hit the market. They’ve been using the same trivalent vaccine in the U.S. since the 1980s, monitoring the vaccine’s safety...
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    Why would you do this?

    mariebailey replied to wish_me_luck's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I attached a pretty CDC poster for you. The front of the mask is considered contaminated, but you are right; the elastic strings are not. I concur w/Morte - hand hygiene is always last. In the real...
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    Would you do this?

    mariebailey replied to TX.RN.Shannon's topic in General Nursing

    Wait...I think I found a simple solution
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    Financial aid for laid-off workers

    mariebailey replied to Guttercat's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm clueless re: unemployment benefits, but there are a lot of resources out there to help you pursue an advanced degree. I lived solely off of student loans for a long time, & now I'm literally...
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    Would you do this?

    mariebailey replied to TX.RN.Shannon's topic in General Nursing

    I think we have very different views on what "nursing judgment" & "using your brain" truly mean. Operating within your scope of practice & following the rules & regulations dictated by...
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    New RN, looking ahead; MPH?

    mariebailey replied to RNuninformed's topic in Public, Community Health

    RN-MS here who works as a PHN mainly in the disease control and prevention area of public health. I do some surveillance, disease investigations, outbreak response, TB case management/program...
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    DNR bracelet with DNR written on it. HIPAA???

    mariebailey replied to FireStarterRN's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    While procrastinating next to a pile of laundry in need of ironing, I came across a great article: DNR in the OR: A Goal-directed Approach : Anesthesiology I agree that there must be a much better...
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    think I might be depressed?

    mariebailey replied to cantdoit's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Make an appointment with your PCP and get a referral to a counselor, and, as the other poster stated, take advantage of an EAP program if your employer provides one. Tomorrow. Don't put it off ma'am!...
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    Did i really do anything wrong?

    mariebailey replied to lizzyreg's topic in General Nursing

    I really don't know the answer to your question b/c I'm not sure a/b the protocols for PRN nursing in LTCFs, but I do know how to be assertive and confront situations directly. The DON does not!!!...
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    Probably looking for a new job

    mariebailey replied to amzyRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Stay there forever if your boss and co-workers are that