SusanJean

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  1. Oh No its happening again in London

    SusanJean replied to uk_nurse's topic in International Nursing

    Thoughts and prayers to all of you in London. Anyone work at the UCH? News reports made it sound as though it were quite exciting there

  2. Change in BSN requirements

    SusanJean replied to texan's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Post

  3. That's why they call him "The Streak"

    SusanJean replied to Nurse Ratched's topic in Psychiatric

    Ditto on the advice. Had similar situation, but this one pt thought he (yes, he) was also pg. Fortunately, he "delivered" the "baby" in a private setting (tho the sound-proofing on the walls left a...

  4. bipolar

    SusanJean replied to lpnstudentin2010's topic in Psychiatric

    What you describe is not atypical for a manic phase for bipolar disorder. While the medication did not work, at least she has responded to an alternative form of therapy. The downside is memory...

  5. Who else is starting clinicals in the winter?

    SusanJean replied to RosesrReder's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No, the class will be in Chile. While it is offered during the regular semester, they also offer it in May -- working in an underserved area -- tho I'm sure they could have found one here in the...

  6. Statistics...how did you survive?

    SusanJean replied to SLH522's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't really consider this a "math" course, tho you do use some basic math in it. I recommend going to ALL the classes, working ALL the problems and asking for help as soon as you don't understand...

  7. Who else is starting clinicals in the winter?

    SusanJean replied to RosesrReder's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have some classes that will put me in the hospitals/clinics in the fall, but my "real" clinicals start in the winter. I have 3, but one won't take place until May, and that will be done in Chile....

  8. DX with Fibromyalgia - concern about going forward with nursing.

    SusanJean replied to SLH522's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Welcome to Allnurses!! I, too, was dx w/ FM about a month ago - tho I have long suspected that I have had it. I will be seeing a specialist in a few weeks to help me manage this syndrome, tho have...

  9. My best friend's nightmare

    SusanJean replied to Antikigirl's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Thank you for the update, as grim as it is - I'm glad she is at least getting medical treatment. I will pray for her, and for family.

  10. Health Concerns

    SusanJean replied to Allioop's topic in Nursing Career

    Also, your body has an immune system that is incredible. Granted, it will not take care of the real bad stuff, but for the everyday germs, sure. Have you had micro yet? Those little buggers are...

  11. Military PAs

    SusanJean replied to adh_09's topic in Government, Military

    I'm sorry I cannot answer all of your questions, but have just a little information. My neighbor's (cardiothoracic surgeon) PA was in the reserve's and was called up. He is now in Iraq and is in the...

  12. My best friend's nightmare

    SusanJean replied to Antikigirl's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    My prayers are w/ your friend's family. I am furious that this young woman was discharged w/out a referral to another facility, at the very least (if they were not going to admit her.) They should...

  13. APA Paper Formatting - Anyone using commercial templates?

    SusanJean replied to rosendalemj's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I did the same. We have so many papers to write - the manual is essential - there are rules for everything. It is not too hard to format your processor for the basic template and go from there. Also,...

  14. back pain

    SusanJean replied to nursemelly's topic in Holistic

    I worked w/ a man that was facing surgery for severe back pain. As a "last resort" he agreed to physical therapy which included excercise to strengthen his stomach muscles. After several months he was...

  15. Our baby was stillborn... Please help me understand

    SusanJean replied to nurse_wannabe's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am so sorry for your loss.

  16. Private/Parochial vs. Public school nsg.

    SusanJean replied to southernbelleRN's topic in School

    Good luck w/ your new job!! I can only speak as a mom w/ kids that have moved from public schools to private - the public school nurse had to follow guideline and policies set by the district (very...

  17. Rn to Pa????

    SusanJean replied to wildflower05's topic in Nursing Career

    Certainly is possible, tho most PA schools are grad school now - require a higher level of bio/chem classes than NS. So, if that is your goal, plan accordingly. Good luck.

  18. suicide

    SusanJean replied to surreal's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    While many times there are s/s that indicate a pt is suicidal, if someone is bent on committing suicide, there is nothing that can be done. They will tell no one, and just go off and do it. In fact,...

  19. Generic Drugs compared to Brand Name Drugs.

    SusanJean replied to Swedenboi6's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Bio-equivalent is just that - equivalent. Here in the US, the FDA allows for a percentage of "error" (my word) from the original preparation. So, while a generic is safe and equivalent, it may be more...

  20. This is why I rarely go in for physicals...

    SusanJean replied to jkaee's topic in General Nursing

    Amen to

  21. How Many is Too Many

    SusanJean replied to Fiona59's topic in Ob/Gyn

    There are pros and cons to both small and large families... . These parents truely believe they are doing what is best for all. A child's reality is whatever they are raised with -- if having tons...

  22. This is why I rarely go in for physicals...

    SusanJean replied to jkaee's topic in General Nursing

    You are absolutely correct...nicotine is as addicting as heroin, more so than cocaine or most other substances. And it is not the nicotine that is harmful (per se) it is the other stuff in the cigs...

  23. Nurse doing cocaine HELP

    SusanJean replied to llgrn1987's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with this statement. Please do so, for the good of the patients, and so she may get some help.

  24. How Many is Too Many

    SusanJean replied to Fiona59's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I saw the episode of The View - They didn't say, but I believe it was the same family (I saw TLC's special.) Looked the same. I think family size is a personal decision, as long as the family is able...

  25. Generic Drugs compared to Brand Name Drugs.

    SusanJean replied to Swedenboi6's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I have been out of the pharm business for a few yrs, but will try to give you the gist on generics. Some of my percents might be off, sorry. Generics are "bio-equivalent" to branded products. With...