hodgieRN

hodgieRN

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  1. What is the correct title?

    hodgieRN replied to Redriver's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    We do it all the time. You may not like it, but that doesn't mean that should be applied to everyone else. I know lots of people that like having miss-first name. I think it is a respect for your...

  2. Without Orders

    hodgieRN replied to Apollo8933's topic in General Nursing

    I am saying by doctor's order is calling the primary and getting an order and placing it on the chart. Of course some computerized signature is locked away on some file in the basement of the hospital...

  3. Do doctors have any idea what we nurses do? lol

    hodgieRN replied to missladyrn's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I don't expect docs to know exactly what I do. I have no idea what they do. I may hear bugging or complaining, but I'm not seeing 70 different pts in the hospital, or have nurses page me every 5...

  4. What is the correct title?

    hodgieRN replied to Redriver's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I know one other way. I see it on the floor...you can say Miss, and their first name. Like " Hey Miss Nicole." Some nurses like that. It's a way of showing respect while also staying on a first name...

  5. Without Orders

    hodgieRN replied to Apollo8933's topic in General Nursing

    There's usually an order to insert a PIV, and then the system will automatically reorder it every 96 (on EMR). As long as the the admission orders have an order for an IV, any reinsertion is covered...

  6. Obamacare and Nursing.. what do you think?

    hodgieRN replied to OKNurse2be's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Have you seen how much insurance premiums have gone up before Obama even took office? "Since 1999, health insurance premiums for families rose 131%, the report found, far more than the general rate...

  7. sequester...huh?

    hodgieRN replied to lkulmann's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    The rich may pay more than 70% of the taxes, but that money was made by subsides, laying off the middle class, and lobbying congress in their favor. I would have no problem paying 80% of my taxes...

  8. Considering ICU/CCu

    hodgieRN replied to martymoose's topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Another thing is codes don't happen as much as people think. The number of ICU codes is nothing compared to the number in the ED. Sometimes, we will have 3 codes in a day or 3 codes in a 6 month...

  9. Primary Prevention Ideas

    hodgieRN replied to Da-ved's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    STD prevention and condom usage. Pts go to the ER or clinic every single day for an

  10. Are nursing schools really competitive? How did you get in?

    hodgieRN replied to BabyBao's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Nursing schools are very competitive. It depends on the school and the area. Highly populated areas will see more applicants. Talk to an academic adviser for prospective students and ask how...

  11. Recommendation for RN handbook (pocket guide)

    hodgieRN replied to tnguy31's topic in General Students

    Here's a web search I got. But I know what you are saying...there are too many out there and what guides are the best. Check this search here..........

  12. Math help!!

    hodgieRN replied to swiles1252's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    A question may ask you to prepare a solution that equals a certain amount. Like how many mg/ml. For instance, if you had a vial that had 10 mg and it wanted you to reconstitute it, the best thing to...

  13. smart pump issue

    hodgieRN replied to MendedHeart's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I have a theory. I don't know if you are using the pumps that load the tubing in a vertical manner, but if the tubing is loaded straight up and down, I've had the tubing kink. Actually, it usually is...

  14. Do you have to be great in math to be become a RN?!?

    hodgieRN replied to Paris_milan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I so hated

  15. Advice on Writing a Resume without Healthcare Experience

    hodgieRN replied to peachshan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Honestly, I would google resumes. Resumes are very involved and structured (well you already know that since you have a job), but the internet is probably the best resource for information. Definitely...

  16. Medical Terminology

    hodgieRN replied to studentbear's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You will actually be able to understand what you are reading and not spend hrs looking up terms. Reading a medical book while learning the terms at the same time can be frustrating. You will be glad...

  17. How long does oral Kayexalate continue to work in the body?

    hodgieRN replied to meglp17's topic in Cardiac

    No problem! A little IV K and some IV calcium and the pt's good to

  18. How long does oral Kayexalate continue to work in the body?

    hodgieRN replied to meglp17's topic in Cardiac

    That's why the potassium dropped. He was on a bicarb gtt. It's not from the kayexalate. Bicarb gtts are notorious for dropping K. Bicarb causes potassium to shift out of the serum and into the cell....

  19. Clinical Question About Bone Disease

    hodgieRN replied to sergel02's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Your calcium levels need to stay in a normal range. The body is constantly using different mechanisms to keep all sorts of levels normal. Your potassium, sodium, chloride, and calcium all have to stay...

  20. Struggling in Anatomy & Physiology 2, what do I do?

    hodgieRN replied to sc.gomez91's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you still have 3 exams and some quizzed left, you call totally bring your grade up. Especially, if your final is worth 25-30%. If one exam was dropped, that means you have two D's. If you rock on...

  21. struggling student needs advice

    hodgieRN replied to ms2010's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Keep your grades up and keep moving

  22. Keep trying, or give up :(

    hodgieRN replied to andreaslick50's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was in the exact same boat as you. I did not do well my first time in college. The first 4 years was all fraternity parties and football games. I came back home and dug myself out of the hole. It...

  23. Releasing information to police

    hodgieRN replied to hodgieRN's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thank you

  24. Releasing information to police

    hodgieRN posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    I was just wondering what you guys do... We often have pts that are under arrest or under investigation. There is usually a detective that leaves a card with a name, phone number, and case number....

  25. Med surg vs icu

    hodgieRN replied to Nurseinthemaking20's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Oh, here we