AnonRNC

AnonRNC

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  1. Freaking out about my PPD!

    AnonRNC replied to Kuniklo's topic in General Nursing

    PPDs are meant to be read 48-72 hours after placement. The swelling you have now may be resolved by

  2. I was speechless for the first time....

    AnonRNC replied to That Guy's topic in General Nursing

    Parents are ALWAYS thinking that - tho they rarely verbalize it. I work in NICU. I say things like: "Most babies of this gestation require a lot of support in the beginning, but do well." or "Babies...

  3. Nursing and sexual abuse history

    AnonRNC replied to leekaye's topic in General Nursing

    My heart goes out to you. I was sexually abused, albeit for 'only' a few months, and I don't believe it ever completely leaves one. Three thoughts * talk to your therapist about your newly surging...

  4. CEUs and the Peace Corp

    AnonRNC replied to tamale29's topic in General Nursing

    There are CEUs available online and via snail mail. I know little about the PC, but congratulations & thank you for serving

  5. Single dose vial meds

    AnonRNC replied to curtiv's topic in Patient Medications

    Are you suggesting that you draw up 100mcg of fentanyl in ONE syringe and then "just" push 25mcg at a time? If so, that sounds like a dangerous practice....too much risk that you'll accidentally push...

  6. Is it worth travelling 4 hrs to work?

    AnonRNC replied to RNHURT's topic in General Nursing

    I'm glad to hear this. Your earlier postings did not convey your caring, but sounded more like it was a contest. I hope your friend can work out what is best for

  7. Is it worth travelling 4 hrs to work?

    AnonRNC replied to RNHURT's topic in General Nursing

    Upon reading your original post, my first thought was: It's not your business. After reading the above, it's STILL not your business. Are you seriously soliciting strangers on the internet to help you...

  8. Which diagnosis is the best to go with?

    AnonRNC replied to rntj's topic in General Nursing

    I think anxiety is less stigmatized. People understand fear & panic. "Major depressive disorder" paints a picture that is ... worse ... than just "depression". Good luck to you; you sound like...

  9. Respiratory Therapy vs. Nursing

    AnonRNC replied to rgodfrey's topic in Nursing Career

    RT school (and I have NOT been to one) teaches you a lot about one (important) body system. RN school teaches you a little about all the body systems. Do you work better knowing a lot about one thing...

  10. New grad applying to acute floor after just a week working LTC

    AnonRNC replied to mell260's topic in General Nursing

    Do NOT put it on your resume. You will look like a job-hopper and they'll wonder if you're going to abandon them when a better offer comes along. Keep work, keep applying, keep the two separate unless...

  11. Time Frame for Med Administration

    AnonRNC replied to Unknown member's topic in Patient Medications

    I recall the 1/2 hour rule from nursing school 830 - 930 for a 900 med, and my first hospital followed that rule. However, my current hospital give us an hour either way 800 - 1000 for a 900...

  12. Attaching hand sanitizer to Giraffe beds

    AnonRNC replied to oldrobness1's topic in Critical Care

    I'd be concerned about noise for the baby when the nurse pumps the

  13. Is 31 too old to start a nursing career?

    AnonRNC replied to dannygurl84's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    31 is NOT too old. I was a "mature" student in my ADN program - graduated when I was 29. In my BSN program in my early 40's. I was definately a better student at 29 than I was at 19. Also at 40,...

  14. Nursing Skills Check-Offs for current RN's (not nursing students)

    AnonRNC replied to jeangirl928's topic in General Nursing

    Some "competencies" that are demonstrated at Skills Fair are JCAHO mandated. On my unit, we also DO review less-frequently seen skills. For example, we might have 6 chest tubes in a year, not enought...

  15. Nursing Skills Check-Offs for current RN's (not nursing students)

    AnonRNC replied to jeangirl928's topic in General Nursing

    If you have a clinic-based educator, I'd start with her. If not, then the facility's central education dept is managing your skills fair. In that case, I'd go to your manager with your concerns, say...

  16. You Know You're A Nurse If...

    AnonRNC replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    i read that as "dog" (not "dogs") and when i saw "both pooped" on the walk, i thought you meant the dog and the

  17. Transfer advice please

    AnonRNC replied to ninja-nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Then I would look for high acuity. (I'm that way myself. Run of the mill is B-O-R-I-N-G!) Are you in a major metropolitan area? Would you relocate to one? That's where you can get into the very...

  18. Transfer advice please

    AnonRNC replied to ninja-nurse's topic in General Nursing

    If you're bored, I would look for higher acuity, not volume & busy-ness. ICU, CVICU, Trauma, Burns. That was my impression from your original post. You're not being intellectually challenged,...

  19. My beautiful self..

    AnonRNC replied to youshallbehealed's topic in General Nursing

    You sound like you don't have confidence in your ability to speak English. Do something about that! Find a group to practice conversational English (check your library system). Elicit a friend to...

  20. Transfer advice please

    AnonRNC replied to ninja-nurse's topic in General Nursing

    What are you sick of? Are you bored? Is it the patients? The families? Management? Answering those questions may help you find

  21. Need advice Nurse or Doctor

    AnonRNC replied to confusedstudent_88's topic in Nursing Career

    Why do you think you want to be nurse? Why do you think you want to be a doctor? Have you written pros & cons? Can you shadow a doctor, a nurse and a nurse practioner? Have you read extensively...

  22. Single Mom Nurses,,teens and NOC shift?

    AnonRNC replied to bratmobile's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, I thought you were asking about going to straight Nocs - which is more of a commitment. I think picking up extra Nocs is just fine. You have structures in place to keep them safe (alarm, dogs,...

  23. Should I pay or should I wait?

    AnonRNC replied to pnkgirl25's topic in General Nursing

    Are you sure your financial aid would NOT cover the more expensive option? Typically, they determine how much tuition, etc. that you are expected to contribute toward your education. If the expensive...

  24. Neonatal nursing career background and stories!

    AnonRNC replied to laronicavan's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    You haven't said what interests you about the field. It is NOT all cute Gerber-babies in the NICU. Many of our patients are downright frightening in appearance. Go to You Tube and look at videos...

  25. Nursing Student Considering NICU

    AnonRNC replied to Squarestate's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I don't know Bortaz. I fed a 4 kg baby the other day and my wrist hurt from supporting his head for, like, 20