RNGriffin

RNGriffin

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  1. Raises after annual review where you work

    RNGriffin replied to 1fastRN's topic in General Nursing

    Raise? What's

  2. Pulse heard over RUQ & LUQ?

    RNGriffin replied to here_we_stand's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Great

  3. Do you like your job?

    RNGriffin replied to Toomanyhatsforme's topic in General Nursing

    I love my job! I love being with my patients, and that is my job. Do i like the mountains of paperwork that I have to complete, no. But, would I give up those moments to educate the patient, family,...

  4. forced to come in on days off?

    RNGriffin replied to nursebag's topic in General Nursing

    I am fulltime float, and I often get calls saying you must come in. I politely excuse them and state, "I work here to have a life, not the other way around". My point, you are not obligated to go in...

  5. Pulse heard over RUQ & LUQ?

    RNGriffin replied to here_we_stand's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    More commonly than the faint pulse, you will hear what is consider bruit. Depending on the location of your stethoscope you may hear renal or aortic stenosis. More than likely faint bruit is an...

  6. Pulse heard over RUQ & LUQ?

    RNGriffin replied to here_we_stand's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I am so happy we were here to assist someone with obtaining knowledge he/she never considered. You're going to be a great Nurse,

  7. Pulse heard over RUQ & LUQ?

    RNGriffin replied to here_we_stand's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This is a great example why you will hear pulses in the RUQ and LUQ, also the patient may/will c/o of pulsating sensation in the

  8. Question about accepting a job offer

    RNGriffin replied to Kaligirl02's topic in Nursing Career

    I wouldn't decline an offer. If you interviewed for the position, there was some interest from both parties. Also, hiring managers generally make offers immediately but continue with the formality of...

  9. My nursing program couldn't find us preceptorships!

    RNGriffin replied to Abby481's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I graduated my program and never had a single precept experience. I actually volunteered to be one of the students to forgo the preceptorship due to, I knew I would be taking the NCLEX soon and I...

  10. Pulse heard over RUQ & LUQ?

    RNGriffin replied to here_we_stand's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Isn't this a shame. We're bringing up a generation dependent on technology and the hard work of others. This question could have been a great teaching tool for other students. Shame, shame

  11. HELP I NEED ADVICE

    RNGriffin replied to nette1022's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This is where you are making the mistake. I both sympathize and empathize with your lost of a job. But, you can not intertwine your worth in a job. It's okay to take time to grieve the loss. But, the...

  12. confused

    RNGriffin replied to Tesfanurse's topic in Nursing Career

    You should apply, and if offered make them aware of your preplanned trip. There are nurse managers who may decide this position needs to be filled right away. Then there are those who may say, hey,...

  13. Would you hold Metformin fot a BS level of 149

    RNGriffin replied to Nola009's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I don't care if my patient's blood sugar was 59/dl I would not hold Metformin. Did you ask your supervisor why she thought holding metformin was a good idea? You are the nurse and it's your license....

  14. Why are nurses not paid more?

    RNGriffin replied to XcrMat's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Of course we are not paid what we are worth. But, I would never compare my salary to that of a physician. You will always make a huge mistake if you compare your skill set with a physicians

  15. HELP I NEED ADVICE

    RNGriffin replied to nette1022's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    This story has all kinds of loops and holes, or possibly you aren't the best conveyer. Because, I have not connected any dots in this story that would warrant termination. Contact an attorney( as you...

  16. Can nurses collect unemployment?

    RNGriffin replied to dsanto3's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is a profession, so yes you can file unemployment. Will you receive unemployment post this termination, likely not. The reason being, the employer followed a progressive disciplinary plan with...

  17. In Dire Need of Advice / Help.

    RNGriffin replied to cmistretta87's topic in General Nursing

    Have you considered MDS coordinator? The answer to this thread should be, there isn't a single job you'll have within or outside of nursing that doesn't come with its form of stress. My advice, look...

  18. Pulse heard over RUQ & LUQ?

    RNGriffin replied to here_we_stand's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The Aorta is audible in the abdomen in the presence of another condition. But, please never abbreviate DA, as it is not an approved abbreviation & the nurse coming behind you would never...

  19. Pulse heard over RUQ & LUQ?

    RNGriffin replied to here_we_stand's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Your explanation is a possibility( though I've never experienced this upon auscultation of the abdomen). But, there is another structure in the abdominal area that could be causing an audible pulse,...

  20. Pulse heard over RUQ & LUQ?

    RNGriffin replied to here_we_stand's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You tell us....where are pulses normally heard?...if you said veins, arteries, and the heart you're on the right track... what's in the abdomen that could be pulsating (granted your finger wasn't on...

  21. Dropping tele cables on floor before cleaning

    RNGriffin replied to tonytayag's topic in Cardiac

    Wendy Williams Voice....How you

  22. Most common (+ overlooked) reasons for abnormal vitals?

    RNGriffin replied to SoCal student's topic in General Nursing

    The actual cuff not aligned to detect the korsakoff sound. I've seen many CNAs bring in a bariatric or thigh cuff for my tiny 95lb

  23. Hospital staff/no weekends/holidays

    RNGriffin replied to finallyRN7's topic in General Nursing

    Only if you work with same day surgery, if the surgeons have elected not to work holidays/weekend/nights ( highly unlikely). I wouldn't look at your friends situation, as it's obvious both will be...

  24. Lactated Ringers VS 0.9% Saline

    RNGriffin replied to Bmg609's topic in Patient Medications

    There is a key component in your clinical data that you are missing. The patient is losing fluid due to heat exposure from being outside. What happens if the patient is exposed to excess heat without...

  25. Lactated Ringers VS 0.9% Saline

    RNGriffin replied to Bmg609's topic in Patient Medications

    I know this can be difficult so I will help you solve it clinically. Your patient has dehydration 2/2 to excessive heat exposure. Your patient is at risk for shock... what do you suspect will be seen...