Thunderwolf MSN, RN

Med-Surg, Geriatric, Behavioral Health

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  1. Thunderwolf

    I need advice about cocaine addiction

    Thunderwolf replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Psychiatric

    He coughed up $130...just the next day? Hmmm. Interesting. Please note this...Addicts can be very resourceful when they choose to or should I dare say, when confronted. Glad you were able to...
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    I need advice about cocaine addiction

    Thunderwolf replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Psychiatric

    DutchgirlRN, by the way, I'd still hold him responsible for the $130 phone bill made on your bill. I'd hold something of HIS (that is in your house) for collateral till he cough's up the cash...even...
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    I need advice about cocaine addiction

    Thunderwolf replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Psychiatric

    Frosty, you are so right. It often comes down to making better choices, despite the difficulties, and sticking with them. If you are out of control and can't help yourself out of injurious behavior...
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    No Overtime Pay after Forty Hours

    Thunderwolf replied to Town & Country's topic in General Nursing

    As a side note, NannaNurse, I totally agree with you in that I wouldn't assist her in her "suck up" time either. On the clock and past her shift like that, it interferes with MY time. "If you find it,...
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    college

    Thunderwolf replied to TheNewDino's topic in Psychiatric

    Buddy, I wish you the best in your
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    No Overtime Pay after Forty Hours

    Thunderwolf replied to Town & Country's topic in General Nursing

    After 40 hours...you're on MY time now...so you'd better comp me for it, buddy. If I'm salary...well, that's MY
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    I need advice about cocaine addiction

    Thunderwolf replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Psychiatric

    DutchgirlRN, I am also very proud of you. You have given your daughter the role model she needed...to set a healthy boundary, especially with a little one on the way. We can only hope that she will...
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    I need advice about cocaine addiction

    Thunderwolf replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in Psychiatric

    DutchgirlRN, I'm also sorry for the chaos you're placed in. I very much agree with Bluenote's, NurseRatchet's and CharlieRN's observations and recommendations. In a nutshell, with addicts like...
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    Did I jump the gun?

    Thunderwolf replied to estrogen's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Also agree, you did the right thing....you did what any PRUDENT nurse would have
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    Roll Call

    Thunderwolf replied to Tweety's topic in Men in Nursing

    Geez guys, who cut the cheese? Come on bros...if your reading and haven't signed in...do so. Pass me another Michelob. How's nursing in your part of the
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    I DID IT I PASSED NCLEX!!!!!ON 2ndTRY!!!!!

    Thunderwolf replied to msnicole418's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats...congrats!!!!!!!!!
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    do you think it is okay for a nurse to have bipolar and still be working

    Thunderwolf replied to navywife757's topic in General Nursing

    Having a disorder, such as Bipolar, does place you at risk for relapse when working in very stressful environments. Nursing is very stressful, so you need to take care of yourself. I have known many...
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    I told you guys I failed.

    Thunderwolf replied to ocb_dave_ocb's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You can do it, Dave. We are behind you all the way! Keep
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    Study: Nearly 16 million insured adults lack adequate health coverage

    Thunderwolf replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    yes, they do...but, do they care is another story all together. if so, it wouldn't be like this. it's corporate and governmental greed. oh, and they don't mind at all outsourcing our jobs overseas...
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    Ptsd

    Thunderwolf replied to GrnHonu99's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    By saying this, you have shown me that you have gained more insight about THAT disorder and broadened your own knowledge base in general. This is good, because disorders are not neat little packages,...
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    265 questions for the second time HELP!!!

    Thunderwolf replied to msnicole418's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good luck!! Welcome to
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    Inexperienced RN

    Thunderwolf replied to Bentley's topic in Nursing Career

    Welcome to
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    Well I guess I failed.......

    Thunderwolf replied to ocb_dave_ocb's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sorry to hear, but you are right...take it again. Keep posting, pal. I wish you the
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    Ptsd

    Thunderwolf replied to GrnHonu99's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Insight is very helpful but only half of the coin. Half of most counseling or therapy is trying to gain it in order to really understand the disorder and how it impacts self. The other half of the...
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    Why did you choose psych nursing?

    Thunderwolf replied to Keely-FutureRN's topic in Psychiatric

    I agree, sayitgirl, the stronger psychiatric nurse clinicians are the ones who can wear BOTH
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    Well I guess I failed.......

    Thunderwolf replied to ocb_dave_ocb's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Buddy, you know we family are here for you...pass or not. Just keep talking. We'll get you through
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    Did you ~EVER~ feel this way??

    Thunderwolf replied to vanillabloom's topic in General Nursing

    Self esteem and self efficacy (having the belief that one can perform) often go hand in hand...but, it quite often takes placing yourself in that experience first and seeing it happen for yourself....
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    doctor with unprofessional personal life

    Thunderwolf replied to heart2nurse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Totally
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    anyone work 16 hours?

    Thunderwolf replied to Ms.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I usually sign up for 2 doubles each week...extra dough. Hey, it's not too bad. But, I guess it depends on where you work and the
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    Ptsd

    Thunderwolf replied to GrnHonu99's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Krisssy, BPD usually refers to the personality disorder. The Bipolars are usually written shorthand as Bipolar I or Bipolar II in order to not confuse with BPD. ELKMNin06, congrats on your paper and...