SusanJean

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  1. Lidocaine for Migraines

    SusanJean posted a topic in Pain Management

    Has anyone here heard of using lidocaine (4 percent, compounded into a nasal spray) for use in the relief of pain from migraines? Any info (clinical experience, personal experience, etc.) would be...

  2. BS w/RN vs BSN vs BA w/ BSN

    SusanJean posted a topic in Nursing Career

    Hi All!! I'm so glad to find this group. I'm 27, er, um, I mean, late-30's and want to go into nursing. I have a degree (BS) in psych, plus 40 hours (recent) in bio and chem. My goal is to become a...

  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. 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...

  5. 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...

  6. 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:

  7. 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.

  8. 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...

  9. "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....

  10. 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

  11. 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...

  12. 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...

  13. 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...

  14. 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...

  15. 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...

  16. 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...

  17. 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

  18. Weird, Odd Nurses Behavior.....

    SusanJean replied to cre8tivRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have never, ever, let my kids play w/ the tempting toys that are out in the pediatrician's office. Never. They learned to not even ask.

  19. Weird, Odd Nurses Behavior.....

    SusanJean replied to cre8tivRN's topic in General Nursing

    Groc. stores in my area have put disinfecting wipes in several locations, including near the carts, so you can wipe the handles down. Love it! Now I don't have to shop w/ gloves on :chuckle .

  20. Deet & seizures?

    SusanJean replied to sdrn04's topic in Pediatric

    He is doing well, thanks. No diabetes. Just needs to keep those blood levels constant. (A little harder now that he is 12-teen and getting those teen inclinations.)

  21. Deet & seizures?

    SusanJean replied to sdrn04's topic in Pediatric

    My son was given something to eat/drink before he got his blood tested, so I did not have a "relavant" lab value to work with. I know how hard it is to think there might be no explanation at all for...

  22. Deet & seizures?

    SusanJean replied to sdrn04's topic in Pediatric

    We have used products w/ DEET w/ no ill effects. His seizure, however, was around the same age as OP's son and also, no obvious causes. The best we could do was conclude that it was a severe...

  23. Deet & seizures?

    SusanJean replied to sdrn04's topic in Pediatric

    Stephanie, My son had a grand mal seizure at about 7 y/o w/ no previous probs. We had him kept overnight at the hosp w/ eeg, mri, etc. and nothing to really explain what had happened. Some kind of...

  24. Aleve good for fever?

    SusanJean replied to SouthernLPN2RN's topic in General Nursing

    How high is the fever? Your body is trying to fight off a bug... I think, rather than trying to medicate the fever away, you should see your PCP for a consult. You are only hiding the symptoms, not...

  25. Opinions on Crocs

    SusanJean replied to BowlerRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I decided to buy a pair of Crocs - have heard so many good things about them re: comfort. Unfortunately my feet are too narrow to wear them - didn't work at all for