Devon Rex ADN, BSN

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    Vein transilluminators

    Devon Rex posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello everyone! I have a difficult time starting up peripheral IVs. Has anyone used any of the vein transilluminators that are in the market (Veinlite, Venoscope, etc..)? What has been your...
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    Vein transilluminators

    Devon Rex replied to Devon Rex's topic in General Nursing

    I know!!! They're expensive for what they are... that's why I'm asking for advice and I'm glad for your suggestions. I'm going to look into it.
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    Vein transilluminators

    Devon Rex replied to Devon Rex's topic in General Nursing

    Hello! I've been a nurse for 3 years now, but it has been until the last 5 months that I have worked in an unit where IVs are needed (I did Psych and Correctional before... no IVs were allowed)....
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    dumb nbm question

    Devon Rex replied to GE90's topic in Patient Medications

    I think she means "I remember" when writing "i
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    dumb nbm question

    Devon Rex replied to GE90's topic in Patient Medications

    For those who are NPO before surgery... usually it's ok to take medications with a little bit of water. However, if they are having GI problems, you would most likely administer them via IV (but you...
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    Is this request unreasonable? Diabetic question.

    Devon Rex replied to SilleLu's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I wouldn't have asked for a new glucose reading under those circumstances, just done one myself upon receiving the patient along with vitals. Now... if it had been the SBP @ 220... THEN it would've...
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    Meaning of your username?

    Devon Rex replied to Flightless Bird's topic in General Nursing

    Two of my cat's breed.
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    Nclex

    Devon Rex replied to chiggybaby45's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hi there! Don't get discouraged. Mine turned off at 85 too and I passed. Now that was 3 years ago. Also, 3 years ago... if you tried to register again for the NCLEX and it lets you... then you know...
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    Nursing School on 2nd year probation?

    Devon Rex replied to Oceanblu's topic in General Students

    I was going to say that passing rates are based on how many people graduated and passed the NCLEX. Some schools are very difficult, thus many people end up dropping out, and those who survive have a...
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    Nursing School on 2nd year probation?

    Devon Rex replied to Oceanblu's topic in General Students

    Hello, If your school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), then you should be good with the program. Concentrate on applying yourself to the curriculum and...
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    Fentanyl Patches

    Devon Rex posted a topic in Patient Medications

    I'm a new nurse... my question is... When I dispense and apply a Fentanyl patch to a patient I do not need another nurse to witness it. But when I discard the old patch, I need a witness. Why is...
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    Accreditation question ...

    Devon Rex posted a topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Hello. I'm currently a student nurse @ Herzing University (Winter Park, FL) and plan on continuing on all the way to DNP once I graduate. They are NLN accredited and they also offer a bachelor's...
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    Need advice about a dishonest teacher!!

    Devon Rex replied to ipour14u's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Consider contacting the state's Department of Education or an
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    A & P pre requisites - need advice

    Devon Rex replied to ElizabethH736's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You may also find helpful this post from polka-dot...
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    A & P pre requisites - need advice

    Devon Rex replied to ElizabethH736's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Check out this post by X_Factor...
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    Accelerated Programs Vs 4 year programs

    Devon Rex replied to Lewist1016's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello Lewist1016, Nursing has many different levels of practice. It all depends on how far into it you want to go. Here is a list of nursing degrees: Undergraduate Studies: 1) Certified Nursing...
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    Any NPs here who are Surgical Nurses as well ??

    Devon Rex posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello, I am a new RN who is pursuing BSN starting next month. My long term plan is to become a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), specialize in Urology, and include surgery. My dilemma is that I do...
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    Any NPs here who are Surgical Nurses as well ??

    Devon Rex replied to Devon Rex's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    @ subee ... There are several surgical procedures related to urology and with the newer DNP degree I thought maybe some of the minor urological procedures would/might fall under their scope of...
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    OR Nurse

    Devon Rex posted a topic in Operating Room

    Hello, Is there a difference between an OR Nurse and a Circulator Nurse? If so, what are those?
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    Pause!

    Devon Rex replied to WonderousIvy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Are thinking of staying within the healthcare field? Since you have been living in Tennessee (according to your profile), I suggest looking into online programs offered by the University of Tennessee...
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    What I'm most worried about!!

    Devon Rex replied to collegegirl101's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello! Your feelings are normal and the good news is that it only takes some practice. Usually the lab has a plastic arm that you can practice with (although it's a lot tougher than a real arm), but...
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    Struggle with GPA

    Devon Rex replied to goal001's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Apply to UCF anyway. Also, have you thought of looking into Valencia College? Seminole State College? They both offer associates degree in nursing, you could then pursue the RN-BSN bridge program at a...
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    Pause!

    Devon Rex replied to WonderousIvy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    An associates degree in Nursing takes anywhere from 14 to 24+ months... depending on where you take the classes. This program is full of clinicals, so you have to be available in the town you take...
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    Ugh, Chemistry..

    Devon Rex replied to Idiosyncratic's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, I don't know which Chemistry you're taking, but in Florida I was able to squeeze by with Introduction to Chemistry. I didn't like it either, but made it through. As for me, Microbiology was...
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    To disclose or not to disclose ... That is my question.

    Devon Rex posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I'm currently taking an Ethics class and our discussion question has to do with disclosing private information. Please read below, then my comments as to what I think and what others in our group...