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    I know nursing notes have been mentioned before, but....

    eatmysoxRN replied to Garethaus's topic in General Nursing

    In addition to the assessment which is separate from notes in my facility, I always write a note specific to diagnosis. If they came in with chest pain, I'll write "pt c/o cp x1. Relieved with 1 nitro...
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    RN who has an idea to do CNA skills only, for nurses pay.

    eatmysoxRN replied to IowafemaleRN's topic in Nurse Entrepreneurs, Innovators

    I think if that was an option, we would all do it. Less responsibility and stress would be amazing. Have you considered a different type of nursing? Maybe case management? ~ No One Can Make You Feel...
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    Doctorates of Nursing Practice Etc.

    eatmysoxRN replied to ace_casabar's topic in General Students

    There have been other posts here regarding the issue about being called doctor as a nurse practitioner. While having a doctorate in nursing, it can be confusing to patients to hear both doctor and...
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    Can't turn off "nurse mode"...

    eatmysoxRN replied to krnpynmlr's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    I'd never run cardizem as a piggyback. It gets its own module every single time. I would be upset as well, if it were running when it werent supposed to. It sounds like the nurse needs some more...
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    Fear or anxiety about Nursing?

    eatmysoxRN replied to kjrobinetteSN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Have you considered why it is nursing you want to pursue? Mysteries of the human body would be better understood by going the medical route, such as a PA, DO, or MD. ~ No One Can Make You Feel...
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    How much do LPNs make in louisiana?

    eatmysoxRN replied to caharris's topic in Louisiana Nursing

    I have a friend who lives around Baton Rouge and works in a clinic making $16 an hour. She has been a nurse for almost a decade though. ~ No One Can Make You Feel Inferior Without Your Consent...
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    Is there a good way to wear a tie with scrubs?

    eatmysoxRN replied to Bruce_Wayne's topic in Men in Nursing

    When I read the title I pictured the strangest thing in my head... I wish I could draw it and show you guys. As for your question, I don't think that would look presentable unless all the other staff...
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    Pathologically lying new colleague - any advice?

    eatmysoxRN replied to ddb19's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What else did she lie about to deem her worthy of the title of a pathological liar? If she is also new to the job, I imagine she feels stressed as well. Unless she lies about something related to...
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    Supplies/Tips for LPN School

    eatmysoxRN replied to countercharm's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I agree with previous posters that nclex review books are an awesome resource in helping to understand nursing test questions. I think one of the hardest parts of nursing school is adjusting to the...
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    Getting closer

    eatmysoxRN replied to ImDaMan11's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Congrats and best of luck on starting your prereqs that are somewhat related to nursing. It is overwhelming but good preparation for nursing school. Happy new year! ~ No One Can Make You Feel Inferior...
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    Does previous college experience have to go on a college application?

    eatmysoxRN replied to sss83's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was told by an admissions counselor that by neglecting to list the University I attended during junior high and high school, I was potentially ineligible to attend the community college. They said...
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    When to choose a specialty

    eatmysoxRN replied to aliciat22's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am currently in a telemetry / icu stepdown position. I wanted ER or ICU when I graduated but quickly realized that I couldn't be too picky. My job requires I float so I've experienced many types of...
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    Anyone else find nursing school not as tough?

    eatmysoxRN replied to FLNurse2015's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    At my school most of the students would enroll in the lpn program after failing the rn program and get mostly high As.although practice can be similar, education was utterly different at my college...
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    this is a true story ..vent .. wowzers .. crazy

    eatmysoxRN replied to ohmeowzer RN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would have given you a funny look and probably a loud sigh if you had one and wanted me to take a third. Not because I'd have trouble accepting a third but because as "charge nurse" you should split...
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    If you could start over...

    eatmysoxRN replied to mariaberry19's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would have shadowed a nurse before I even
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    Becoming a nurse with scoliosis

    eatmysoxRN replied to MsPebbles's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    I have severe scoliosis as well. I wore a Boston brace for multiple years as a young child. I experience little pain (I also ignored the pain when my wrist was broken in half so I wouldn't miss a...
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    IM injection too high up?

    eatmysoxRN replied to lawrence4656's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I always feel for the muscle in addition to using landmarks and go into a meaty portion.I'm glad you aspirated and realized there was blood. I don't think you did anything wrong. It
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    Who were you in high school

    eatmysoxRN replied to Dezy's topic in General Students

    I was on drugs and into exploring my sexuality while simultaneously taking college classes starting when I was 12. At school I was known as a smart kid who didn't do anything wrong.. Ever. However, my...
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    I cannot believe a nurse did this......

    eatmysoxRN replied to shellybsn's topic in General Nursing

    When I saw the title of this thread I was excited to read the contents. Until I saw someone complain about a nurse tickling a child with cotton. Really? Are you going to report to the medical board...
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    Hipaa violation?

    eatmysoxRN replied to strawberryfields's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    I think it may be time for a policy to outline proper caregiver check in. It is a risk to the patient (what if a caregiver was just in the wrong room and the patient they were supposed to be with was...
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    Chest Pain and DNR status

    eatmysoxRN replied to MissRN7's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I'd get an order for nitro and treat it like I would anyone else with chest pain. I wouldn't sit there and let them have cp or a MI that nitro or morphine could have prevented. A DNR is only relevant...
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    Doctor vs Nurse

    eatmysoxRN replied to anne919's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    In the hospital setting I've seen nurses document "pt showing sx of flu. Will request blah blah from md..." personally I always document and inform the md of any sx or distress and never document a...
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    Intralipid (20%) infusion administration

    eatmysoxRN replied to harryalexx's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    I always put ppn and lipids on different modules and hook the lipids to the lowest port on the ppn line. Change all lines every 24 hours. I always program my pump to exactly 24 hours later too... I've...
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    What did you get for Christmas?

    eatmysoxRN replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I got a tattoo
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    Funny/embarassing situations with the DR.

    eatmysoxRN replied to Anna-s's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Haha! I love