SusanJean

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1. Retractable syringe - use of

   SusanJean replied to SusanJean's topic in Nursing Career

   Good point, Chip. This was not brought up as an issue w/ the syringe, just the fact that it was suppose to increase safety. My concern was that they did not consistently work as they should - and to...

2. Retractable syringe - use of

   SusanJean replied to SusanJean's topic in Nursing Career

   Pipsqueak, Thanks for your reply...I will ck out the link. Seems to me that if they do not retract consistently (when they are suppose to) that removing them from the site, then retracting would be...

3. Retractable syringe - use of

   SusanJean posted a topic in Nursing Career

   Is the retraction suppose to take place after the injection and the needle is removed from the pt? Or, do you retract the needle while still in the pt after the medication is delivered? My first...

4. Drug addicted teen? Not my kid!

   SusanJean replied to Haunted's topic in General Nursing

   Have to agree this may be a possiblilty. Call the surgeon so your son can be evaluated. Hope he is feeling better soon. :balloons:

5. Low BP

   SusanJean replied to Rhonda V's topic in General Nursing

   While it is unusual, it is possible. My bp tends to run on the low side and I have had readings similar to what you stated in your post - and I know this is not the norm, tho.

6. Human musculature vs. the Cat

   SusanJean replied to artistnurse's topic in General Nursing

   Agree w/ above posters - let us know what you find out. And I would hit up a vet board - not that they are that familiar w/ a human body... I know the clavicle is free standing or floating - has to do...

7. "VIP"s in labor

   SusanJean replied to RaeT,RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

   My good friend was in similar situation for her last delivery - dh is cardiothoracic surgeon. She registered under her maiden name so no one in his large practice would even know she was admitted....

8. picket line

   SusanJean replied to natsangel's topic in General Nursing

   I would not let this interfere w/ my education. Interesting that your instructor gave you the

9. at school and need answer for question

   SusanJean replied to 46yrsbacktoschool's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

   You have 2 questions here. 1. Medication may irritate the stomach if empty. Certain meds can alter the pH of the stomach. 2. Depends on the medication. Some will need an empty stomach , others need to...

10. at school and need answer for question

    SusanJean replied to 46yrsbacktoschool's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You have 2 questions here. 1. Medication may irritate the stomach if empty. Certain meds can alter the pH of the stomach. 2. Depends on the medication. Some will need an empty stomach , others need to...

11. pelvic congestion syndrome & migraines

    SusanJean replied to seanymph's topic in General Nursing

    I have not heard of this correlation, nor was I able to find any literature on it. As a long time sufferer of migraines, I have heard more antedotes as to what causes them and what should relieve...

12. What Nursing Organizations are you in?

    SusanJean replied to sguiloff's topic in General Nursing

    At my school it is mandatory for students to join and become involved w/ the student nurses' assoc. No problem w/ that since I think we can learn about "corp. politics" in this arena. Also think...

13. Looking to relocate to wisconsin

    SusanJean replied to admorn03's topic in General Nursing

    While I cannot address the pay in Madison, I do know that it is a wonderfully diverse city w/ lots to offer. Taxes are high in WI, but you get what you pay for - good schools, great parks, etc. I...

14. Organ Donation

    SusanJean replied to missboo622's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The Catholic Church used to forbid cremations because it did not leave the body "intact" for Judgement Day - when Jesus returns and souls are reunited w/ their bodies. Then the Church decided if...

15. Radiology Question: What is a "wet" read?

    SusanJean replied to Tweety's topic in General Nursing

    To add to this. The image is visible on the wet film, but not all the fine details - so something may be missed w/ only a wet read, but the "big picture" is