LuckyRN07

LuckyRN07

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  1. "We want a nurse who speaks CLEAR English"

    :yeah: Annoying and ridiculous.. Very nice... Keep it
  2. Vit A is also good for wound healing, Vit E is beneficial for the skin, however, both are fat soluble and if taken in excess can be toxic. Vit C is water soluble and wouldn't hurt. Not that this is...
  3. "We want a nurse who speaks CLEAR English"

    I didn't call anyone selfish or a bigot.. I said his comment was rude...Like I told someone else, I am not here to make enemies. Sorry for giving my honest opinion of his post, maybe I took it too...
  4. "We want a nurse who speaks CLEAR English"

    I didn't call anyone selfish or a bigot.. I said his comment was rude...Like I told someone else, I am not here to make enemies. Sorry for giving my honest opinion of his post, maybe I took it too...
  5. Funny things patients say !

    A 93 yr old lady who was a sundowner would always want to ho home after 6pm. She always asked if I knew what time the bus was passing by. I tried explaining that it was too late for the bus and that...
  6. :ancong!:
  7. when a male patient pulls foley out..

    The nurses figured out how he managed to do it... I only worked every other weekend and my job was to do the meds (we call it here medication aides) so I just used to mind my own business passing all...
  8. when a male patient pulls foley out..

    I wasn't a nurse yet, but believe it or not, we once had a confused male pt managed to deflate the balloon first and pull his foley out. He didn't know what was going on, but I thought it was smart of...
  9. Vitamin C... It is sometimes ordered to be giving with Zinc for a few weeks for tissue
  10. pet peeves when nursing students arrive

    one won't make you puke.. we'll stick with the beer then. just playing, i'm not a drinker.
  11. OMG...I Love AN!!!!

    I enjoy AN also.. Sometimes my daughter asks me, mommy what are u laughing about? And I try explaining but only nurses would understand and find it funny. XTXRN is one of my
  12. You Know You Are a Nurse When...

    :yeah: Too
  13. Need motivation

    Cardiacnurse, I think 100-150 before going to bed is a lot, especially if you read ALL the rationals which I highly recommend. Why don't you try another technique. I don't know what your schedule is...
  14. Need motivation

    Lisa, I can't imagine how you feel. It must be frustrating but you need to start by refocusing. Start of by getting a good night sleep. Make a list of your weak points and also why are you NOT...
  15. "We want a nurse who speaks CLEAR English"

    I am not here to make enemies. The way he expressed himself was rude, maybe not to you. He doesn't sound bad to you, then I respect your opinion. When I read his reply the only thing I thought of was...
  16. pet peeves when nursing students arrive

    I have to admit that if you come well prepared to clinicals, follow the unit's rule, look up what you don't know, ask questions, have a positive attitude, and most important BE PRODUCTIVE then you...
  17. pet peeves when nursing students arrive

    ok, how about you teach me good, safe nursing practice and i'll get you a blue moon and a green sun along mixed together "sunrise tequila". is that a deal? nothing like learning from the...
  18. pet peeves when nursing students arrive

    ruby, i'll buy you a beer or two if you teach me some of your skills!!
  19. "We want a nurse who speaks CLEAR English"

    This description is not only for people that feel entitled, but I will not argue. It sounds racist and rude. "My country, My
  20. "We want a nurse who speaks CLEAR English"

  21. Kaplan Questions

    If you are talking about the decision tree, yes, I found it difficult for everything even Kaplan. I hardly used the tree. When I started studying for the NCLEX I promised myself not to go crazy using...
  22. "We want a nurse who speaks CLEAR English"

    Royal Prince, It is sad to know the way you feel... My father and I came to YOUR USA less than 20 yrs ago, my mother joined us 11 yrs ago. I DO NOT have an accent at all, but my parents DO NOT speak...
  23. pet peeves when nursing students arrive

    As long as you follow the unit's rules, you shouldn't have a problem. For example leave a note whenever you take a chart, do not sit around, offer to help, be friendly and smile. Have a positive...
  24. Kaplan Questions

    Iamblessed2011, Your scores are perfectly fine. My highest score was 72% on a good day, lowest 50%. I passed the NCLEX with 75 quest. The MOST important part is for u to read ALL the rationals, even...
  25. Congratulations!!! The trick really works!!! The anxiety that you feel is normal until you see the word PASS. Good luck in your new career!!!