mariebailey MSN, RN

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    Is it ever ok to stand up to a doctor?

    This post brings a great quote from a very wise man to mind: "Sometimes I think you have to march right in and demand your rights, even if you don't know who you're talking to, or what you're talking...
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    skin tear stings, decubitus does not?

    I just read your post for a 2nd time. Please disregard my 1st response; I don't think I grasped your concerns initially. I totally agree that it shouldn't be reverse-staged. I do like the "stings or...
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    Flu Vaccine, enough already!

    I received my flu vaccine today; 1 hour post-administration, all vital signs are WNL & no signs of cognitive impairment or impending death. By the way, the intradermal is great - it's only 0.1ml,...
  4. There are clearly multiple nursing diagnoses applicable here, but her "risk for infection" would be #1 b/c: 1) She is a diabetic. 2) She is on prednisone. 3) She is not getting the nutrition she needs...
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    skin tear stings, decubitus does not?

    I can't say with certainty that it is true, but I do know that there are many terminal nerve endings and pain receptors in the layers of the skin, especially the basal layers, that are not found in...
  6. I had a very similar situation happen, and I did not acknowledge the comments. I just continued my assessment. I wanted to express my opinion and enlighten (ha!) the patient with my own personal...
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    Do you think the CDC is biased?

    I understood the point, & I agreed with majority of the statement except for that line. The word "immaterial" comes across like they have some sort of utilitarian rationale, whereby they readily...
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    Things interviewees have said...

    During a group interview, when there were multiple interviewers in the room, a candidate requested that the interviewers go around the table and disclose their astrological sign. No
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    5 interviews no offers.NEED HELP

    Are you doing any follow-up post-interview, such as thank you notes &/or f/u letters or phone calls to inquire about the status of the position? Making it clear that you are truly interested in...
  10. I once responded to this question by stating that I have a weakness for cheap, domestic beer and NASCAR drivers. I'm totally making this
  11. Thank you for this
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    1st RN job interview... TIPS???

    Here's mine: I was over an hour late to an interview one time b/c the GPS wouldn't work and I drove all over DC and Virginia. Oddly enough, I was offered the position. My advice: Arrive VERY late ....
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    ABSN vs MSN-CNL...which would be better?

    I want to clarify some misconceptions regarding the role of the CNL: The CNL is not an administrative/management role. The CNL will practice at entry level in a variety of settings right alongside...
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    Nclex questions...

    Google "Bloom’s taxonomy for the cognitive domain". The questions are coded according to the level of cognitive ability they require. A low-level question may be something that you just recall from...
  15. Saunders: b/t $60-70 Hurst: $300 Kaplan: a/b $400 Others: Don't
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    Tardive Dyskinesia

    I would promptly and directly notify the physician if there's no documentation that he/she is aware of any Hx of TD -& document that notification. You could document that you observed tongue...
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    Skills assessment exam for RN employment???

    I bet a med cal review wouldn't
  18. I think it kills you anyway... 1800 QUIT NOW: call them & they may be able to provide free nictotine patches, which are as expensive as cigs Smokefree.gov: Frequently Asked Questions about...
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    HOLMES & DR. WATSON

    I love that; I can relate to Watson. I over-analyze the h#$l out of situations, often causing me to overlook the strikingly obvious, most deterimental
  20. 1) Are nursing professionals lifelong learners? It varies from nurse to nurse. 2) Are you a lifelong learner? Yes. I am working towards a certification, & I've completed over 100 CNEs in the...
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    ABSN vs MSN-CNL...which would be better?

    Absolutely do the CNL program!!! Here's why: When you go on to become a psych NP, you'll only be required to obtain a post-master's certificate, not another master's (which means you'll only have to...
  22. Ha. Agreed, but I think we're stuck with it. Obama's own campaign staff occasionally refer to it as "Obamacare". I just had to google the word moniker; it will be a nice addition to my limited...
  23. In my last interview I told them I have the tendency to second-guess myself. In retrospect, I'm not sure I should have told them that. (The 2nd sentence is a joke.) I offered an honest answer, and,...
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    concerns about wearing N95 mask..

    They'll prob do a full Respirator Medical Evaluation Questionnaire that will be reviewed by an MD prior to fit testing. As mentioned, the PAPR should be an option available for you. It provides you...
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    How the HELL Did They Get Into Nursing School??

    I was that airhead student!!! When I had to demonstrate taking a pulse on a fellow student in my health assessment class, I went for the opposite side of the wrist from the radial artery. I've never...