Double-Helix BSN, RN

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    Tested positive for TB 1 step test?

    Double-Helix replied to Anon101's topic in General Students

    It's honestly more likely that you became exposed at the grocery store than one of your clinical rotations. As the others have said, as long as you have a negative x-ray, it won't affect your
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    Going out with your co-workers (Mixing Business with pleasure)

    Double-Helix replied to Plumrose15153's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I go to lunch or dinner with co-workers (and significant others) occasionally. I work M-F, so the majority of my social circle is made up of co-workers. Unless it's a work-sponsored event, though, we...
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    Do they still teach nursing history?

    Double-Helix replied to DiplomaNurseRN's topic in General Students

    I went to nursing school in 2007. My Fundamentals of Nursing course covered nursing history and nursing
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    Would love to pick your brain for an idea for my Leadership & Management presentation

    Double-Helix replied to kimberlyr41280's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The most important thing to me as a new graduate nurse was acquiring the skills and knowledge needed to practice safely. Having a supportive preceptor and nursing staff who were willing to teach was...
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    Should drug diverters be prosecuted?

    Double-Helix replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I wonder if the stigma associated with an indicted employee plays a factor in a hospital's decision not to prosecute drug diversion. Since hospitals are often competing for business, I imagine there's...
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    Might get kicked out of program...

    Double-Helix replied to qteebug's topic in General Students

    Out of curiousity, is it facility policy to crush and mix all medications together in one cup? This is not best practice, because of exactly the scenario you experienced. If the patient refuses...
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    Metabolic Acidosis

    Double-Helix replied to IvyRN2017's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Part of the function of the kidneys are to promote excretion of acid anions and produce bicarbonate in order to achieve acid/base balance. When the kidney is damaged and not fully functioning, acid...
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    I just want to be a stay at home mom!

    Double-Helix replied to Lavendergal's topic in General Students

    Agreed. My point was that the OP never said her husband makes her feel
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    Are you about to graduate?

    Double-Helix replied to SaltySarcasticSally's topic in General Students

    This is pretty much the feeling of every final-semester nursing student. It will go away in 4-5 weeks. Hang in
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    PMI Nursing

    Double-Helix replied to krv52's topic in General Students

    I don't know what NAU or PMI are, but if you have a full scholarship, than ride it out as long as possible. Complete all your prerequisite courses. Apply for the nursing program and at least see what...
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    I just want to be a stay at home mom!

    Double-Helix replied to Lavendergal's topic in General Students

    I think we need some more details before we can pass judgment on the OP's marriage and advise her she should be getting divorced. The only thing she stated was that he, is not the best with my...
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    Placement if ND tube

    Double-Helix replied to rnpete's topic in Pediatric

    An x-ray at placement is imperative. For subsequent placement checks, you would follow your facility's policy. You will check the measurement where the tube is taped at the nare and compare it to the...
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    Will nursing wreck my hands?

    Double-Helix replied to BookishBelle's topic in General Nursing

    My hands are constantly dry from all of the alcohol based sanitizer. Winter is worse. I carry lotion with me and apply several times throughout the day. I find that gel based sanitizer with aloe works...
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    Help me choose!

    Double-Helix replied to skydancer7's topic in General Nursing

    If the stress of your current job comes from being busy and out of your comfort zone, then I think you need to continue to work with your therapist and develop some coping strategies. Job-related...
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    Are nurses actually people too???

    Double-Helix replied to FuturePN's topic in General Students

    Well, yes, you probably do. But that's only because it's kind of silly to wear your school uniform when you're a nurse. And when you've just graduated and starting out, buying new scrubs is part of...
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    Is my hospital trying to push me out?

    Double-Helix replied to etakstat's topic in General Nursing

    How is your scheduling done? Is it self-scheduling? Are the assignments just randomly made? Are requests granted based on seniority? If you do self-scheduling and/or seniority and you feel that your...
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    NCLEX result

    Double-Helix replied to marthy055's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That will depend on your state. Usually you'll get a packet in the mail detailing your score breakdown within a few
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    NCLEX result

    Double-Helix replied to marthy055's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Did you use a valid credit card? You can only get quick results from Pearson Vue. Otherwise you have to wait to get the results from your state BON. Honestly, it's $8 to get the quick results. Just...
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    VA Hiring Process

    Double-Helix replied to scorprn114's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like they just move very slowly. They may have had turn over in management or HR that resulted in a temporary freeze on hiring. I've pretty commonly heard of employers contacting applicants...
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    Lewd & Lascivious Citation - Can I Be A Nurse??

    Double-Helix replied to Kyle10's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    A citation can, and will show up on background checks. Even after it's sealed, the BON will almost definitely still have access to it, and it may still be part of several private criminal record...
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    If I failed out nursing program, will it affect my chance of doing well in a DPT program?

    Double-Helix replied to Aekju46's topic in General Students

    Just to clarify, the OP is using "NP" as an abbreviation for 'nursing program' not nurse practitioner. He/she does not yet have a bachelor's degree, but is on the way to completing a degree in biology...
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    MSN for a vascular access RN

    Double-Helix replied to NTurley's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    It sounds like you're looking at becoming a Clinical Nurse Specialist. But while a CNS can specialize in any area of nursing, most degree programs you'll find will offer only specific concentrations...
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    Family member died in the hospital...too many questions

    Double-Helix replied to CoffeeRTC's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry for your loss. It is always difficult when a loved one dies, and even more so when they die unexpectedly in what is supposed to be a "safe" place. It's also normal to want answers. It...
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    Fleet enema for a confused dementia patient

    Double-Helix replied to Sjade's topic in Patient Medications

    Why was she given an enema if she had just had a large bowel
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    Canceled Patient Morphine Allergy

    Double-Helix replied to RNlife6's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Or an allergy to fentanyl because it causes