Hawkeye-RN

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1. Blood pressure spikes and bp accuracy questions

   Hawkeye-RN replied to mcd24RN's topic in Critical Care

   hypotension, desaturation, oliguria/anuria = MODS-multi-organ dysfunction syndrome from severe sepsis from pneumonia. You did great, but this pt needed to be admitted sooner for aggressive management....

2. Is there less cattiness/gossiping/laziness in the ICU environment?

   Hawkeye-RN replied to tRiguN's topic in Critical Care

   I see a bright future for you. You're what this profession needs; smart, hardworking, independent, critical thinkers. ICU might not be an answer, but worth exploring. Or you could work with your...

3. Pharmacology

   Hawkeye-RN replied to ashonman's topic in Critical Care

   Aah! Drug calcs!! Know the math before you kill your patients-yeah right! With all the smart infusion pumps, who needs drug calcs? 1. a. If 250ml of D5W contains 2mg, it follows therefore that 30ml/hr...

4. Need help, answer on job offer due tomorrow!

   Hawkeye-RN replied to IHEARTCCNSG's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

   Here is my advice-follow your heart. Nursing is fluid. Whatever decision you arrive at tomorrow, you can always change your mind on what and where you want to practice.