MrsMig

MrsMig BSN, RN

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  1. Sinus tachycarida?

    MrsMig replied to EricaSAFJAF's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Yeah - I know what it does (and your heart rules your BP/output)...but you just don't administer when someone is tachycardic. It's a long-term script med and it's not used

  2. Sinus tachycarida?

    MrsMig replied to EricaSAFJAF's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Digixon is for BP & HTN - would never administer w/o apcial & MD order AND would NEVER be for a sinus some-thing-arouther..... W/o knowing the other question option, I'm wondering the...

  3. pls help me..with my nursing issue and goal

    MrsMig replied to heart_ielnyl's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You lack 411 to help you - but this what I can attribute: Distrubed sensory percetion R/T sensory reception AEB documented loss of vision. Allowing patient to voice fears aid accepted of vision loss....

  4. how do i calculate intake and output?

    MrsMig replied to onlyj's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What course are you in? Fundie's typically coveres I&O extensively...along w/other "basic" care." I&O is all in and out - reglardless of cath or not. You use a 'hat' or a 'catch' when they...

  5. LPN PROGRAMS, is it worth it?

    MrsMig replied to RNHealer08's topic in General Students

    Oh it's definitely worth it! I, too, am in a 10 month LPN program and did it this way because I'd like to finish by August 2011 - work for a year - then enter into the ADN program and finish up w/2...

  6. Withdraw from nursing 1 or stay in?

    MrsMig replied to jy8686's topic in General Students

    In my opinion, I would NEVER consider withdrawing,

  7. Who's taken the teas v?

    MrsMig replied to sch1109's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    It's different at every school. My school allows 1 test per addmission period - i.e. you have 1 shot to pass all parts just once a year! Talk about pressure!! To others......

  8. Awkward situation

    MrsMig replied to Student7881's topic in General Students

    It sounds like her problem - not yours! Stay away from her and if others comment, I'd just say you have no problem and shrugg it off and move on. As long as you are professional and she's acting like...

  9. 2 colors in hair as a new graduated during interviews

    MrsMig replied to Michelle Nicole's topic in General Students

    I couldn't agree more! Wait, it won't hurt you to wait - but it could hurt your chances if you did it! Think of it that way!

  10. Remembering Lab Values!

    MrsMig replied to jellybeany's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Oh I like this! I also agree w/other posters, repitition, repitition, repitition! lol Also, be aware that lab values vary in small degrees and you won't always see the exact ranges everywhere so find...

  11. Anybody have a night PCT job & school/clinicals during the day?

    MrsMig replied to 2011NursingStudent's topic in General Students

    Nope - no experience so they will start you out on the lower end of payscale. Also, most places do their own formal training of new hires. It's a win-win for everyone as the employer gets out of...

  12. Help with prioritizing please.

    MrsMig replied to usplusthree's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Always

  13. Anybody have a night PCT job & school/clinicals during the day?

    MrsMig replied to 2011NursingStudent's topic in General Students

    I am working 2-3 nights 3-11 as a CNA per diem. Per diem is a "as needed" basis so you can accept or refuse depending on your school schedule. Tip: It's a lot...but it's do-able. My only suggestion...

  14. help with priority nursing dx

    MrsMig replied to nursemom63's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Try to think of it this way.... when you walk into the patient's room and he's complaining of pain and has a wound w/an infection. What's the priority and what can you address and rectify the...

  15. NANDA nursing dx. for postpartum

    MrsMig replied to student422's topic in General Students

    Acute pain R/T postpartum physiologic changes aeb giving birth Interrupted family process R/T shift of roles to include new member aeb birth of newborn Here's a couple I could think of. Regardless if...

  16. Need help with Nursing diagnosis

    MrsMig replied to michelle0781's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What clinical setting are you in? I'm assuming Pshyc? I think it sounds good. I've written tons of medical dx's but not psychosocial as Pshyc is our last rotation this Summer so I'm not 100% if that's...

  17. Am I the only one?

    MrsMig posted a topic in General Students

    I've been in nursing school since September and I just realized that I have gained 20lbs Good gawd molly - I have always been an active person - but w/school, family & work (and stress poss?? )...

  18. Need help with Nursing diagnosis

    MrsMig replied to michelle0781's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Lol - so much for reading quickly! Sorry - just re-read your post and obviously I only skimmed it and thought the paralysis was from a stroke. Now that I have read it - I think your dx is good. Why...

  19. Need help with Nursing diagnosis

    MrsMig replied to michelle0781's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Personally? Since she's had a stroke & obese - although she may/does have low selfesteem - to me, this would not be a priority to her health, kwim? If I had to choose 1...just 1 dx I would go...

  20. help with priority nursing dx

    MrsMig replied to nursemom63's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I agree - I would have selected the same as the PP. Acute Pain Impaired skin integrity Knowledge deficit That's how I'd prioritize -

  21. Just started Pharm

    MrsMig replied to closer2mydreams's topic in General Students

    Yes, this is very helpful and I agree! Also, it's hard to answer your question w/o knowing specifics since there is sooooo much involved. Try to narrow it down and I'll try to help any way I can!...

  22. Am I the only one?

    MrsMig replied to MrsMig's topic in General Students

    Lol - you have opened my eyes! This is me to a

  23. Can't get over my anxiety in clinicals, and this is my 3rd semester

    MrsMig replied to bella65's topic in General Students

    Don't do that to yourself! You need to find ways to recharge and not let the pressure or comments get to you! Hard work is not easy.... hang in there

  24. Can't get over my anxiety in clinicals, and this is my 3rd semester

    MrsMig replied to bella65's topic in General Students

    I feel for you honey...we all panic...but if it's to the degree that you are saying, maybe you should look at alternatives - i.e. medication or meditation?? I mean no disrespect, but women chemical...

  25. Am I the only one?

    MrsMig replied to MrsMig's topic in General Students

    Lol - No, I never heard of it but now I'm living